In a show of gratitude and community support, Midlands Family Chiropractic provided complimentary massages to the firefighters of the Irmo Fire District on Saturday, April 19. “This is a small gesture of appreciation for the endless bravery and sacrifice they face on the job every day,” said Dr. Amanda Boyeson,Continue Reading
At the April 15 Irmo Town Council meeting, Dan Dolan, owner of Sipp Social, received warm congratulations from Mayor Bill Danielson and the Irmo Town Council as he was honored with the April Small Business of the Month Award. Sipp Social, located at 7524 Woodrow Street, opened its doors inContinue Reading
Mark your calendars—Irmo is preparing to celebrate global cultures in a big way at the 5th Annual Irmo International Festival on Saturday, April 26, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Moore Park. Admission and parking are free, making it a perfect family-friendly event for all ages. Organizers have packedContinue Reading
Three Dutch Fork High School students took their passion for the stars to the community on Saturday, April 5, by sharing their astronomy knowledge at the District Five Foundation’s annual SpringFest. Claire P., Gracey J., and Laylah T., all members of Dutch Fork’s astronomy classes, volunteered their time to teachContinue Reading
The South Carolina Philharmonic is ending its 60th Anniversary Season on a high note—welcoming home Columbia’s own Andy Akiho for a special evening of music at the Koger Center for the Arts on Friday, April 26, at 7:30 p.m. Akiho, a seven-time Grammy-nominated composer and percussionist, will take the stageContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Wide receiver Donovan Murph made a lasting impact in his two seasons at Irmo High School. Paired with quarterback A.J. Brand, he was a two-time All-State selection who helped the Yellow Jackets make two Lower State final appearances and finish Class 5A Division II runner-up thisContinue Reading
Irmo Town Council passed first reading on a pay raise for themselves at the regularly scheduled Town Council meeting on Tuesday, April 15. On the recommendation of Town Administrator Courtney Dennis and an independent study done by an organization that analyzes municipal compensation for all employees it was found thatContinue Reading
By Dee Griffin There has been an increase in popularity of meditation in recent years. It is a very powerful tool for managing stress and improving mental health. With our current society demands and a never ending to do list, there is no doubt that something needed to be utilizedContinue Reading
Free family event honors 250th anniversary of the American Revolution Families looking for a unique and educational way to spend their Saturday afternoon are invited to attend “The Shot Heard Round The World,” a free community event taking place Saturday, April 19 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at theContinue Reading
By Carmen Goulet CHAPIN, S.C. — The American Legion Auxiliary Chapin Unit 193 has proudly announced its five delegate selections for the 78th annual session of ALA Palmetto Girls State, set to take place June 8–14, 2025, at Presbyterian College in Clinton, S.C. This respected program, sponsored by the AmericanContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Barbecue fans, mark your calendars! The wildly popular Southeastern BBQ Showdown is set to make its return to Columbia on April 24–25, 2026, and this time, it’s moving to a new home at Gamecock Park, just outside the University of South Carolina’s Williams-Brice Stadium. Hosted by theContinue Reading