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

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

The Chapin Middle School Volleyball team has won the PAC Championship for the third year in a row. In 2019 the team was 9-3 going into playoffs and the tournament, dropping eight sets, losses were to DFMS and Fulmer, they took Busbee in the playoffs in three, then went fiveContinue Reading

I was glad to learn that Barb Waldman is running for a seat on the Irmo Town Council.  She’s just the kind of person who will benefit the work of the Council.  I’ve known Barb for over ten years and I know her to be dependable, honest, thoughtful about whatContinue Reading