By Thomas Grant, Jr. Early Signing Day was a significant milestone for several student-athletes committing to play at the collegiate level: Irmo High School Dutch Fork High School River Bluff High School These signings highlight the dedication and hard work of these student-athletes as they advance to the next levelContinue Reading
By Robin All 1. Avoid Bending Your Head Down at Address: 2. Allow Head Movement for a Full Backswing: 3. Embrace a Natural Swing: 4. Stay Motivated: These tips can help senior golfers play more comfortably while maximizing their performance on the course.Continue Reading
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis People with a disability and their families know that simply navigating life can come with a high price tag. On average, the cost of living with a disability is 28 percent higher than without. Needs such as medical care, specialized equipment, assistive technology, adaptive housing,Continue Reading
By Eileen Renders Weight has always been a touchy subject with much of the population. Many of us are overweight, or obese. Some are underweight while others are a good weight, yet not physically fit. Factors that can predetermine one’s weight might be genetics, and inheriting fat genes from parents.Continue Reading
By Mike DuBose Most Americans don’t understand Climate Change – I didn’t. As an unbiased researcher, I write without private opinions but want to review the facts – not what politicians, government, and media promote. With open minds, please allow me to share my in-depth studies from many reputable sourcesContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The road to the state championships in Class 5A will go through the town of Irmo. Dutch Fork and Irmo high schools will play host to state semifinals Friday night. The undefeated and defending Class 5A champion Silver Foxes will face Spartanburg in the Division IContinue Reading
This holiday season, A Magical Cirque Christmas returns with its enchanting blend of acrobatics, magic, and festive charm, delighting audiences across the U.S. The show will stop for one night only at the Koger Center for the Arts on December 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased through theContinue Reading
SASEBO, Japan – Information System Technician Seaman Dimitri Clay, from Irmo, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) performs corrective maintenance on the ship’s hull, November 5. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.Continue Reading
On December 1, Angela Valvasori, representing Westinghouse SURE, presented a generous $1,300 donation to Liz Harris of Seven Oaks Presbyterian Church. Westinghouse SURE, an organization of retired Westinghouse employees, is dedicated to supporting local charities through community involvement. The donation will directly aid Seven Oaks Presbyterian’s mission to provide warm,Continue Reading
Ryan Taylor, Executive Director of the Nancy K. Perry Children’s Shelter, spoke to the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo on November 15. Taylor, pictured with speaker sponsor Steve Odom, received a copy of the Optimist Creed during the meeting. The Nancy K. Perry Children’s Shelter, located in Lexington County, providesContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The She Got Next event at Lexington County high schools served as opening weekend for Irmo girls basketball. The preseason ranked Lady Yellow Jackets defeated Richland Northeast 45-34 last Friday at Lexington High School. Abby Livingston scored 16 points, Laliah Singletary finished with 11 and JaylaContinue Reading