Annual celebration features parade, peach treats, live music, antique cars and fireworks. The Lexington County Peach Festival returns to Gilbert on Friday, July 4, bringing a full day of family-friendly activities celebrating Independence Day and the county’s agricultural heritage. Hosted by the Gilbert Community Club, the annual festival is freeContinue Reading
Irmo will host a July 4 Laser Light Show at Moore Park. The event starts at 7 pm, with the lasers kicking off at 9:30 pm in the Prisma Health Amphitheater at 7473 Church Street, Irmo. There will be free hot dogs served by Cox Family BBQ, DJ Ronny LaneContinue Reading
From the Irmo Fire District and the U. S. Fire Administration Keep Body Parts Away from Lit Fireworks: Never place any part of your body over a firework when lighting it. Burns really hurt and they hurt for a long time. Be Mindful of Pets Fireworks can frighten pets, causingContinue Reading
Statewide award recognizes Columbia-based agency for excellence in marketing, public relations and strategic communications. COLUMBIA — MPA Media Corporation has been named the Best Marketing Firm in South Carolina for the third consecutive year by the Guide to South Carolina’s Best Awards. The Columbia-based marketing, public relations and strategic communicationsContinue Reading
Six-day 250 Bench Press Challenge continues throughout the week By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Five law enforcement officers with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) gathered at One Life Fitness-Sandhills, Monday morning, June 29, to record bench-press lifts of 250 lbs. for multiple repetitions including a remarkable 21-rep liftContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Along with providing summer college baseball, the Lexington County Blowfish are a community-oriented organization. Since arriving in Lexington in 2014, the team has participated in various fund-raising events and is devoted to honoring all military services. This past weekend saw the Blowfish hold their annual FortContinue Reading
(Photo by GoFlashwin.com) Irmo offensive tackle Nate Carson (55) against Chapin. By Thomas Grant Jr. One of five college football teams will celebrate more than Independence Day this weekend. On Friday, 4-star offensive tackle Nate Carson will announce his college choice from St. Matthews. The decision will be revealed onContinue Reading
Consolidation creates state’s largest private water utility system, serving more than 70,000 customer connections. COLUMBIA — South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU) has announced the consolidation of Blue Granite Water Company into its Midlands operations, creating the largest water utility consolidation in South Carolina history. Approved by the South Carolina PublicContinue Reading
LEXINGTON — Eight people were arrested Thursday following a multi-agency investigation into suspected drug activity and prostitution at residences on Edmund Highway and North Parsons Street, according to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Lexington County deputies, working alongside officers with the West Columbia Police Department, the South Carolina Law EnforcementContinue Reading
IRMO – Mayor Bill Danielson has been selected by the Nominating Committee of the Association of South Carolina Mayors (ASCM) to fill an unexpired one-year term on the organization’s Board of Directors. The appointment recognizes Danielson’s leadership in municipal government and gives the Town of Irmo greater representation in statewideContinue Reading
Youngs Chapel Level Up Summer Camp came to a close last Friday, June 26, with closing ceremonies for the campers. Held at Midlands Technical College Harbison Campus, the forty 6-12 year olds were subjected to art, dance, gardening and STEM activities. Mrs. Harriett Abraham was the camp director and worshipContinue Reading