On October 15, for the first time in the history of the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo, the club inducted four new members in one meeting. Pictured from left to right are member Don Keating administering the oath, sponsor Larry Blosser, inductee Darren Davis, inductee Grant Stouffle, sponsor AlanTaylor, inducteeContinue Reading
Staff from Richland County’s EMS team recently were recognized for saving the life of a 17-year-old. EMS staff performed CPR when the teenager went into cardiac arrest. Cpl. Theresa Douglass, EMT Nathan Miller, Lt. Andrew Fowler and two firefighters from the Columbia-Richland Fire Department were presented with the Phoenix AwardContinue Reading
Nominations are now open to honor persons or organizations in South Carolina who exhibit the highest levels of achievement, influence, or support of arts and folklife with the South Carolina Arts Awards. South Carolina Governor’s Awards for the Arts The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) is accepting nominations for theContinue Reading
The 2021 South Carolina State Fair closed the gates on the 152nd anniversary fair on October 24 after welcoming 348,701 guests during the 12-day run. “We could not be more pleased with this year’s fair after what has been a challenging year for everyone,” said S.C. State Fair general manager,Continue Reading
Myan Wright of Leaphart Elementary was honored as the Student of the Month by the Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo. He was chosen by his principal Courtney Sims because he exemplifies service above self and is an outstanding student in and out of the classroom.Continue Reading
More than 550 cadets, active duty and veteran students now wear The Citadel class ring. The Class of 2022 marched across Summerall Field, directly into Summerall Chapel, where the rings were presented October 1. Local cadets who received their rings include: Irmo Zachary Taylor, Dakota Durham, Evan Fish Columbia JamesContinue Reading
It is with honor that I endorse Councilman Bill Danielson for re-election. He has lived in Irmo for over 30 years and served this community in various capacities. “Service Over Self” defines Bill Danielson. Bill Danielson’s fiscal accomplishments in less than two years are unparalleled. He offers a wealth ofContinue Reading
Work has begun on Bennet at BullStreet, a 280,000 sqft community with 269 residences. The new, luxury apartment community will bring more than 500 residents to the BullStreet District. The anticipated opening for Bennet at BullStreet is 2023. Bennet at BullStreet will offer studio, one, two and three-bedroom units rangingContinue Reading
In honor of the Federation Center of the Blind’s 60th-anniversary celebration, Center Board Chair Ed Bible (left); Frank Coppel, past president of the National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina (NFB of SC) (center); and Jennifer Bazer, current NFB of SC president, sliced a special anniversary cake. Affiliated withContinue Reading
Senior Resources has announced a $25,000 grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation to support the organization’s meal delivery program. The program provides a critical, once-daily meal and wellness check for eligible Richland County seniors. This program seeks to address two of the biggest obstacles elderly community members face dailyContinue Reading
The SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble is performing a concert of all Beatles Music on October 30 at the Harbison Theatre. The SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble comprises 18 of the finest jazz musicians, soloists and band leaders from across the Carolinas. More information is at scjazz.org.Continue Reading