By Thomas Grant Jr. The start of the Coastal Plain League season is still three months away. However, the Lexington County Blowfish remains active in their involvement in community activities. This past week’s luncheon at the VIP room saw co-owner Bill Shanahan talked about the number of upcoming events theyContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo Events Committee turned up the heat on Saturday, January 25, with its annual chili cook-off at Moore Park, located at 7473 Church Street. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The park buzzed with activity as attendees sampled a variety of chili con carne entries from localContinue Reading
Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed January 26 – February 1 as School Choice Week in South Carolina, coinciding with the 15th annual National School Choice Week celebration. The week highlights the importance of providing families with accessible and diverse education options to meet the unique needs of their children. TheContinue Reading
Volunteers and members of local American Legion Posts teamed up with Wreaths Across America to place Remembrance Wreaths at 10 church cemeteries across the Midlands. The event began with an opening ceremony at Chapin Christian Community Church at noon on December 14. Afterward, volunteers placed wreaths at cemeteries of theContinue Reading
This holiday season, A Magical Cirque Christmas returns with its enchanting blend of acrobatics, magic, and festive charm, delighting audiences across the U.S. The show will stop for one night only at the Koger Center for the Arts on December 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased through theContinue Reading
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce invites local business owners to its next Business Bites education series on Thursday, December 12, at 11:30 a.m. The event will take place in the Steve Padgett Honda training room, located at 750 Western Lane in Irmo. This month’s session will feature Beth SmithContinue Reading
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has announced an exciting lineup of fall and winter events, featuring adult-oriented programs, Halloween festivities, conservation initiatives, and the return of its Wild Lights holiday display. Special Animal Events: Marsupial Swap: Riverbanks is saying goodbye to Coedie, a beloved male koala, who will be relocated toContinue Reading
School District Five’s Candidate Forum and Chapin Area Lunch & Learn, both scheduled for Tuesday (tomorrow) have been postponed to a later date. There is no school on Tuesday, Oct 1. Wednesday will have a 2-hour delay.Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – SC Career Kids held its annual Safety Town event this week at Union United Methodist Church, offering a unique learning experience for young children. The event took place from July 8 to July 11, catering to 4-year-olds and rising kindergarten students. The children engaged in purposeful playContinue Reading
Leesville – The 19th Annual Weekend With The Pros is set to return to Lake Murray at Captain’s Choice Marine on June 7 and 8. This exciting, family-friendly event will feature world-class wakeboarders Bec Gange and Parker Swope, offering attendees the chance to experience the thrill of wakeboarding up close.Continue Reading
The annual South Carolina Ag + Art Tour is back in Richland County on June 8-9, featuring a free self-guided farm and art tour. Now in its 13th year, the tour has expanded to include nine new counties, bringing the total to over 200 tour sites in 2024. Will Culler,Continue Reading