Gayle Whitlock, a teacher in Lexington Richland School District Five’s FIVE Virtual Program, has been named the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for December by South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis. “The South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program equips educators with the tools toContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. MYRTLE BEACH, SC – For only the second time, the “Mr. South Carolina Football” Award was given to a Northeast athlete. Richland Northeast quarterback Will Wilson received the top honor Saturday at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium. It was presented during halftime of the Touchstone Energy CooperativesContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. A week after winning a third straight state title, Dutch Fork running back Maurice Anderson closed out his high school career with an All-Star victory. He was the only Silver Fox player selected to the Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium. Anderson contributedContinue Reading
Irmo, SC (Dec. 18, 2024) — The South Carolina Philharmonic recognized the Town of Irmo with its prestigious Partner Award during the December 17th Town Council meeting, celebrating the town’s enthusiastic support of the Philharmonic’s inaugural “Music in My Neighborhood” program. Robin Hallyburton, the Philharmonic’s Development and Deputy Director, presentedContinue Reading
Thirty influential leaders recognized as “movers and shakers” for 2024 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott landed a lofty 3rd PLACE in the Post & Courier’s annual 30-person POWER LIST for Columbia, South Carolina, published Wednesday, Dec. 18. First place honors went to University of SouthContinue Reading
Irmo, South Carolina — InfraGard South Carolina is proud to announce the election of Mike Ward as its President for the 2025-2026 term. InfraGard, a partnership between the FBI and members of the private sector, is dedicated to safeguarding the nation’s critical infrastructure through collaboration, information sharing, and community engagement. InfraGardContinue Reading
Irmo, SC -J. Brian Pearson, a resident of Irmo, SC, has successfully completed his academic journey at the University of South Carolina’s Palmetto College, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership. Pearson’s dedication and perseverance have been central to achieving this notable milestone. His strong commitment to academic excellence isContinue Reading
Sensei Brian Pena of The Karate Dojo presented a plaque to Rosetta Leaphart who is the wife of the first African American Police Chief in Irmo, Frank Leaphart. Pena was joined by former police chiefs and mayors to honor the memory of Leaphart’s service to the town of Irmo. Leaphart servedContinue Reading
Major Jerry M. Free of Irmo, 86, was honored with the prestigious Order of the Palmetto on Friday, Oct. 25 at the Brookland Baptist Banquet and Conference Center. SC Representative Nathan Ballentine made the presentation in front of Free’s family, friends and neighbors including the Mayor of Irmo, Bill Danielson.Continue Reading
IRMO, SC – Dutch Fork High School’s senior football standout, Cayden McFadden, has been nominated as one of 17 candidates for the prestigious 2024-2025 Richland County High School Football Player of the Year Award, presented by the Richland County Recreation Commission and Foundation. As an offensive lineman and tight endContinue Reading
Congratulations to the players from Dutch Fork and Irmo High School who have made the Touchstone Energy Cooperative Bowl! Here are the players who earned the honor: Ryan Love – Offensive Lineman from Irmo High School Maurice Anderson – Running Back from Dutch Fork High School These athletes have demonstratedContinue Reading