Fresh on the Menu has introduced the People’s Choice Awards to honor restaurants across the state that prioritize local ingredients and support South Carolina farmers. Fresh on the Menu is a sister program of Certified South Carolina, created by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, and was designed to promoteContinue Reading
By Eileen renders You may know someone who has recently had stomach flu. It is also called gastroenteritis. Notice the ending “it is” that always indicates inflammation. This norovirus can have a sudden onset and can cause intense pain with stomach cramping pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. It is important toContinue Reading
Columbia, January 28th, 2025 — GOAT Development Group is proud to announce that John G. Manjounes, Principal and Certified Maxwell Leadership Coach, Trainer, and Speaker, has been recognized as one of Columbia’s Top 15 Coaches by Influence Digest, marking this the forth time in the past five years. This prestigiousContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The road to reach the state championship in Class 5A Division I goes through Dutch Fork. What has proven true for football is now the case in basketball. Having clinched Region 4-5A titles, both the boys and girls earned top seeds in the Upper State bracket.Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. A tournament that sends its champion to the Junior League Softball World Series is coming to Irmo this summer. The Junior League Softball Southeast Region tournament will take place July 10-14 at Friarsgate Park. District Administrator Brian Weseman made the announcement on the Irmo Little LeagueContinue Reading
Golf Tips for Seniors By Robin All Looking to improve your short game? The chip and run is an essential shot for golfers of all levels, helping you control the ball and roll it smoothly onto the green. To execute this shot: Stance & Setup: Keep a square stance withContinue Reading
Juanita Wilson turned 80 years old on Friday, January 24. Juanita and Joel Wilson were co-owners of The Cutting Point which was located at 7467 St. Andrews Rd. in the Kroger shopping center and established in 1977. Later their daughter Angela joined them in the business. Juanita had the salonContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo is in the latter planning stages of a 10,000 sq. ft. municipal facility to replace the current outdated town hall at the corner of Woodrow St. and Columbia Ave. “The house has served us well,” said Town Administrator Courtney Dennis. “We’re struggling here for room in orderContinue Reading
IRMO –Schools from Lexington-Richland School District Five recently announced their 2025-26 Teachers of the Year & Support Employees of the Year. Teacher of the Year winners from each school include: Kamela Oxner-West (Academy For Success), Leigh Carpenter (Adult Education), April Siders (Ballentine Elementary), Jessica Hidalgo (Center for Advanced Technical Studies),Continue Reading
IRMO, SC – Marc Turner, a dedicated educator at Spring Hill High School, has been chosen for a distinguished opportunity with National History Day® (NHD) and the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC). Turner is one of only 55 educators nationwide selected for the Researching Silent Heroes webinar series. This programContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Lauren McClain, owner of Express Employment Professionals, is celebrating five successful years in business with an exciting move to a larger location at 6169 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29212, right next to Zorba’s. McClain and her team of dedicated recruiters specialize in Skilled Trades, Light Industrial,Continue Reading