By Thomas Grant Jr. After a bye week following a season-ending epic clash, Dutch Fork and Irmo will open the playoffs at home in their respective Class 5A divisions. Winners of 17 straight games, undefeated Dutch Fork (9-0) starts its quest for an eighth state title in nine years FridayContinue Reading
Dutch Square Mall will host the Fall for Health Senior Expo on Thursday, November 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free event aims to promote health and wellness among seniors, offering valuable resources, screenings, and workshops tailored to their needs. Participants can benefit from free health and cancerContinue Reading
The 8th Annual Bountiful Harvest is set for November 20 at the Icehouse Pavilion in downtown Lexington. Hosted by the Lexington Police Department and Serve & Connect, this event is a day of giving to support community members in need as Thanksgiving approaches. Event Highlights: 9 AM: A news conferenceContinue Reading
This month’s Business Bites featured a talk by Bill Danielson, Chief Operating Partner of Datapay and Mayor of Irmo. He spoke to the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce about an important new government form called the Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR). Business owners are required to file this form byContinue Reading
Posture and setup are key elements in creating a consistent and effective swing. Here’s a breakdown of the key points to keep in mind: Start with Proper Alignment: While starting right doesn’t guarantee perfect impact, getting into the correct posture sets you up for success. Think of it as layingContinue Reading
By Radley West, Owner at Anytime Fitness We all know Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Depending on how you look at it, either Halloween or Thanksgiving marks the official start of what I like to call the “eating season.” I know, food isn’t technically the reason for the season,Continue Reading
Historic military organization traces its lineage to Francis Marion and a century prior By W. Thomas Smith Jr. THE SOUTH CAROLINA STATE GUARD, the Palmetto State’s all-volunteer state defense force (organized state militia) celebrated its 350-plus-year heritage during a Veterans Day “Salute to Veterans” ceremony paying tribute to one ofContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – The Town of Irmo has been honored as a Tree City USA, joining a prestigious network of South Carolina communities committed to enhancing quality of life through urban forestry. The recognition, given at last week’s Trees SC annual conference, celebrates communities that actively support tree care andContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce wrapped up its 2024 business luncheon series on Wednesday, November 13, at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. The event, marking the year’s final gathering, served as an opportunity to honor board members and past chairpersons who have significantly contributed to the chamber’sContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – During the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Wednesday, November 13, Irmo Fire Chief Mike Sonefeld recognized two prominent community leaders for their ongoing support of the Irmo Fire District. Irmo Town Administrator Courtney Dennis and Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce CEO/President Kerry Powers were presentedContinue Reading
Kathryn Morganelli’s lifelong dedication to the arts and community shines through her multifaceted journey. Starting with a passion for music, she now sings in the choir at Seven Oaks Presbyterian Church, where she served as an Elder for Worship after returning to South Carolina from two decades in Florida. Kathryn’sContinue Reading