Donald Bruce Gilbert (“Don”), 77, of Chapin, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on October 18, surrounded by his loving family. Don was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, businessman, and friend whose life was defined by faith, family, generosity, and service to others. Known for his warmContinue Reading
Katie Brave brings experience supporting children, teens and families COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) has added Katie Brave, a licensed professional counselor, to its team. Brave specializes in supporting women, children and teens through mental health challenges, using psychotherapy approaches based on cognitive behavioral and family systemsContinue Reading
A rare sight today, the burn barrel By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net We had one. It stood on bricks near a tangled thicket of fragrant honeysuckle. I remember its strangely pleasant smell of burning paper, melting plastic, and blazing trash. I still hear the pop of exploding aerosols. TheContinue Reading
By Danielle McNaughton The Town of Irmo has named South Carolina artist Kimberly Hunt as its Featured Artist of the Quarter, recognizing her paintings inspired by coastal wildlife, landscapes, and historic architecture. Selected by the Greater Irmo Art Guild, Hunt’s artwork is currently on display in the front lobby ofContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose In 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) seems to be everywhere, built into countless products and all over the media. How does it work, and what will it mean for us, our children, and grandchildren? The technology is advancing at lightning speed. Are we witnessing another Industrial Revolution? WhenContinue Reading
By Robin All Timing is the final step in achieving consistent contact, direction and distance in your golf swing. Look closely at the photo. The wrists have not quite released, and the club is approaching impact on the downswing. The hands are reasonably square to the clubface, suggesting a straightContinue Reading
Shatter the Myth program set for Oct. 27 at Irmo Middle School IRMO — Lexington-Richland School District Five will host Shatter the Myth: Substance Use on Oct. 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Irmo Middle School, 6051 Wescott Road in Columbia. The event is open to all district familiesContinue Reading
Plastic film collection earns school a Trex bench through recycling challenge IRMO — The Lake Murray-Irmo Woman’s Club recently presented a recycled Trex bench to Dutch Fork Elementary School after collecting 1,750 pounds of plastic film through the NexTrex Recycling Challenge. The collection was made possible with support from clubContinue Reading
State and federal representatives visit school cafeteria, farm and greenhouse IRMO — School District Five recently welcomed representatives from the South Carolina Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Agriculture for a visit focused on school nutrition best practices. The team observed lunch service at Spring Hill High SchoolContinue Reading
By Radley West Hello. It’s Tipsy. I’ve been observing the humans again. And I have a question. Why do humans make plans if they are just going to change them? I have watched this happen repeatedly. A human will say, “Tomorrow we’re going to do this.” Then tomorrow comes, andContinue Reading
Pictured above: District Five member Scott Jones, WLTX Erika Glover, Dr. Matt Boyeson Annual fundraiser supports teacher grants and student food assistance IRMO — The District Five Foundation of Lexington-Richland School District Five held its annual Groovin’ for the Good gala Oct. 17 at the River Center in Saluda Shoals Park.Continue Reading
Free, anonymous disposal available Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. IRMO — The Irmo Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the police department, 1230 Columbia Ave. The eventContinue Reading
By Ken Gasque, Public Image Chair Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo The American Legion does more than honor veterans. It helps them access healthcare, benefits, housing assistance and other services they may not know are available. Steve Turner, Sergeant at Arms, and Plashette Murray, Assistant Commander, recently spoke to theContinue Reading
Nursery Road Elementary School-Arts Magnet (NRES-AM) has received a $12,600 Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) grant for the project Excellence in Arts at Nursery Road Elementary Integration from the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE). DAP grants provide funds for one-year projects and funds from this grant award must be expendedContinue Reading
Youngs Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church will celebrate its 129th Church Anniversary October 25, at 3 pm at the church, located at 7336 Carlisle Street in Irmo. This year’s anniversary theme is “A Legacy of Faith: Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Present, Inspiring Our Future,” based on Joel 1:3 andContinue Reading