The fight to expand educational freedom, protect and empower our children, and promote fiscal responsibility continued in full force this week at the State House. My colleagues and I in the took bold steps to strengthen school choice, close dangerous loopholes in our child exploitation laws, and advance a conservative,Continue Reading
IRMO, SC – South Carolina BLUE has officially opened its new retail center in Irmo at 7467 St. Andrews Rd, Suite 9 in the Kroger Shopping Center. The grand opening on Friday, February 28 featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce, with local dignitaries inContinue Reading
For the past 40 years, McGregor Presbyterian’s Preschool has served the Irmo community and will celebrate that milestone March 22 from l – 3 pm. The celebration will be in an open house where all rooms and projects will be open for public tours. McGregor’s Preschool has long enjoyed widespreadContinue Reading
Dutch Fork high School students earned several awards at the South Carolina Division: Senior Beta State Convention. National Beta State Convention allows students the opportunity to compete in various academic and STEM-based, virtual, and performing arts competitions. The State Convention was held February 7 and 8 in Myrtle Beach. TheContinue Reading
Career exploration is a key component in helping students discover different paths to a successful future. On February 5 students at Dutch Fork Middle School (DFMS) went out into the community to participate in the annual DFMS Job Shadowing Day. Through this opportunity, students were able to experience a realisticContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – Joshua Dykes, a student at Seven Oaks Elementary, has been recognized as the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Club’s February Student of the Month. Principal Dr. Angie Slatton praised Joshua’s leadership and positive attitude, stating, “Joshua is one of our amazing students who shows support for his classmates. HeContinue Reading
The Dutch Fork High School Astronomy classes had at the Astronomy Night Observation February 6. Around 19 students and parents came out to observe a host of celestial objects in the night sky. The stargazing group was able to check off many items on their Astronomy bucket list. Several studentsContinue Reading
Rising multi-sport athlete Luke Sevilla of Irmo achieved a milestone by securing his 300th career wrestling victory at this year’s Carolina Invitational Middle School State Wrestling Championships. Representing Irmo Middle School, Luke was the only boys’ wrestler from the program to qualify for the event. Sevilla scored two victories beforeContinue Reading
My insurance agent requested our investigative assistance concerning an unusual issue and my findings were stunning. His rural client, who had an excellent driving record, was upset that her automobile rates spiked 22 percent. Upon contacting insurance brokers, he learned third parties mysteriously determined her speeding, braking, and driving exceededContinue Reading
Mary’s Mobile Market has announced its 2025 Artisan Market dates. Mark your calendars for a season of local artistry, treats, and fun. The kickoff event will be held March 2, at Moore Park at 7473 Church Street, Irmo. They’ll be setting up shop near Shelter 1 and the Prisma HealthContinue Reading
On February 7, the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo welcomed as speaker Dr. Kaaren Wells Hampton. Hampton is the Principal of Irmo High School International School for the Arts. Highlights of Hampton’s presentation included a snapshot of the school’s current status and a look into future projects and goals. Hampton previouslyContinue Reading