A Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting was held for the JITSU Academy this week by the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce. The JITSU Academy is owned by Danilo and Jessica Cherman who are Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt instructors. Danilo has titles from many competitions from around the world asContinue Reading
Harbison West Elementary School’s Joanna Neal and 5th grader Laken Williams have been named the Irmo Chamber of Commerce’s September Teacher and Student of the Month. “Joanna Neal is our Teacher of the Year because she goes above and beyond her duties,” Principal Randy Norman said. “Mrs. Neal has been teachingContinue Reading
A candidate forum was slated for Wednesday, October 20 but had to be canceled due to a lack of response from two of the candidates. The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the New Irmo News, planned to hold a forum for the candidates running for the two Town CouncilContinue Reading
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce held a rededication for their building on June 29 celebrating the end of an extensive facelift over the past few months. The building was refurbished both inside and out with fresh paint, repairs and new fixtures. The celebration included a DJ, plenty to eatContinue Reading
Carrie Cronan and Jenny Gauna R.N. of Rose Kove Teeth Whitening Med Spa & Aesthetics held a ribbon cutting with the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce at 7825 Broad River Rd. in Irmo. The spa features Maui Whitening for your teeth and the spa will soon be giving botox andContinue Reading
Chuck Larsen (93) on the left and John ‘Doc’ Holiday were seen talking together at the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting held on Wednesday, June 9. Chuck Larsen is the President Emeritus of the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce and John is still going strong at 96 andContinue Reading
Wild Flower Salon held a ribbon cutting with the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce on their one year anniversary Wednesday, May 19. The full service salon is owned by Deni McMillion. “We are so thankful for our patrons sticking with us through this challenging year,” said Deni. “We’re a wonderfulContinue Reading
Each year, the Irmo Chamber hosts their Awards Night and Gala to recognize partner businesses and members of the community for accomplishments and contributions during the previous calendar year. The Large Business of the Year award recognizes a business in the Irmo community with more than 25 employees who hasContinue Reading
Bob Morris and his family, along with his grandson Parker, held a ribbon-cutting for Ziebart of Irmo. The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce sponsored the ribbon cutting on March 9 marking the opening of his automotive appearance protection service facility. Located at 10070 Broad River Rd. in Irmo, Ziebart willContinue Reading
On Friday, March 5, 2021, the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce honored outstanding Chamber partners at the 2021 Irmo Chamber Awards Night and Gala, presented by Steve Padgett’s Honda of Lake Murray, hosted by the Doubletree by Hilton. Honorees included the 2021 Ambassador of the Year, Diplomat of the Year,Continue Reading
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce has recognized River Springs Elementary’s Phyllis Griggs as their Teacher of the Month. River Springs Principal Matt Gams said, “Mrs. Griggs is an outstanding kindergarten teacher, arriving early and leaving well after the students depart. She comes in with positive energy and enthusiasm for what she does.Continue Reading