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12/25/2025

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12/25/2025

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12/24/2025

Students Get Hands-On Legal Experience at DOJ’s National Advocacy Center

IRMO — Twenty-nine Irmo High School students stepped out of the classroom and into federal mock courtrooms December 11, gaining firsthand insight into the American justice system during a visit to the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Advocacy Center (NAC) in Columbia. The students represented several academic programs, including AP Government, taught by Eric Coleman, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, and the This is Escolares magnet program....

IRMO — Twenty-nine Irmo High School students stepped out of the classroom and into federal mock courtrooms December 11, gaining firsthand insight into the American justice system during a vis…

12/24/2025

You don’t need a gym (said the gym owner)

By Radley West As a gym owner, I’m about to say something slightly scandalous: you don’t need a gym to get strong. Yes, I just heard my dumbbells gasp. Truth is, there’s one humble piece of equipment that can help you build serious strength, tone your muscles, and even improve your balance and it fits in your sock drawer: the resistance band....

By Radley West As a gym owner, I’m about to say something slightly scandalous: you don’t need a gym to get strong. Yes, I just heard my dumbbells gasp. Truth is, there’s one humble piece of equipme…

12/24/2025

EMS Delivers Holiday Cheer Through Stuff an Ambulance Toy Drive

Richland County EMS staff delivered multiple ambulance loads of toys and gifts on December 15 as part of the county’s annual Stuff an Ambulance holiday toy drive. The delivery took place at the Richland County Judicial Center in downtown Columbia. The donated items will benefit children involved in Richland County Family Court, including those served by Richland County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and the county’s Guardian ad Litem program....

Richland County EMS staff delivered multiple ambulance loads of toys and gifts on December 15 as part of the county’s annual Stuff an Ambulance holiday toy drive. The delivery took place at t…

12/24/2025

Shop With a Cop Brings Holiday Cheer to Irmo Families

Fifty local families were recently treated to the annual Shop With a Cop event hosted by the Irmo Police Department. The program was held on two dates this year, December 11 and December 18, at the Walmart in Ballentine. Each participating family received a $300 gift certificate to use toward Christmas shopping, helping ensure a brighter holiday season. The event is sponsored by the Irmo Police Department Community Foundation and is designed to strengthen relationships between officers and the community while providing meaningful assistance to families in need.

Fifty local families were recently treated to the annual Shop With a Cop event hosted by the Irmo Police Department. The program was held on two dates this year, December 11 and December 18, at the…

12/24/2025

SCDNR Colonel Chisolm Frampton receives Palmetto Excellence in Stewardship Award

The award recognizes those who protect South Carolina’s lands, waters, and wildlife with exceptional dedication By Cheyenne Twilley Colonel Chisolm Frampton, S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), was presented the Palmetto Excellence in Stewardship Award — the first such award in SCDNR’s history: The Department announcing the presentation, Dec. 11, 2025. SCDNR officials refer to the honor as a fitting tribute for a leader whose career embodies the very principles the award seeks to celebrate....

The award recognizes those who protect South Carolina’s lands, waters, and wildlife with exceptional dedication By Cheyenne Twilley Colonel Chisolm Frampton, S.C. Department of Natural Resour…

12/24/2025

Realignment has Irmo back in Class 4A

By Thomas Grant Jr. After renewing a longstanding rivalry, it appears Irmo and Dutch Fork are headed towards separate classifications again. The S.C. High School League released its final realignment list for the period covering the 2026-28 school years. Its latest student count has dropped Irmo back to Class 4A. It was the only Class 5A school in Lexington County affected by realignment....

By Thomas Grant Jr. After renewing a longstanding rivalry, it appears Irmo and Dutch Fork are headed towards separate classifications again. The S.C. High School League released its final realignme…

12/24/2025

Dutch Fork, Irmo involved with holiday tournaments

By Thomas Grant, Jr. Both the Irmo boys and girls basketball team head into the holiday break on a roll. The Lady Yellow Jackets have reached 10 wins under new head coach Coretta Ferguson. This past weekend, they posted wins over T.L. Hanna (68-56) and Pickens (68-67) to win the Silver Bracket of the “She Got Next” Christmas Classic at J.L....

By Thomas Grant, Jr. Both the Irmo boys and girls basketball team head into the holiday break on a roll. The Lady Yellow Jackets have reached 10 wins under new head coach Coretta Ferguson. This pas…

12/22/2025

Andrea McKnight of H.E. Corley Elementary Named December Educator of the Month by State Treasurer

COLUMBIA — South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Andrea McKnight of H.E. Corley Elementary School as the December Educator of the Month for the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program. The initiative, established by Treasurer Loftis, aims to expand the number of K-12 educators teaching personal finance across the state. “Helping our youngest students learn the basics of money — from needs versus wants to the importance of saving — these are vital building blocks they will use throughout their life,” Treasurer Loftis said....

COLUMBIA — South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Andrea McKnight of H.E. Corley Elementary School as the December Educator of the Month for the South Carolina Financial Litera…

12/22/2025

Colonial Life Commits $75,000 to Support Junior Achievement Finance Program

COLUMBIA — Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina (JAGSC) has received a three-year, $75,000 commitment from Colonial Life to support its JA Finance Park Mobile program. JA Finance Park is Junior Achievement’s capstone initiative for personal financial planning and career exploration. Through a combination of classroom curriculum and hands-on simulation, students learn to manage income, expenses, savings, and credit, helping them build a foundation for lifelong financial decision-making....

COLUMBIA — Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina (JAGSC) has received a three-year, $75,000 commitment from Colonial Life to support its JA Finance Park Mobile program. JA Finance Park…

12/22/2025

Columbia Chamber Honors AgFirst Farm Credit Bank with Workforce Development Award

COLUMBIA — AgFirst Farm Credit Bank was recognized with the annual Workforce Development Award at the Columbia Chamber’s Breakfast Briefing on Dec. 10. Sponsored by MUSC, the award honors Chamber partners that demonstrate innovative strategies for retaining a skilled, resilient workforce and fostering inclusive workplace environments that support the needs of the Midlands region. “AgFirst Farm Credit Bank’s commitment to cultivating talent and strengthening our region’s workforce exemplifies the forward-thinking leadership that moves Columbia ahead,” said Carl Blackstone, Columbia Chamber President and CEO....

COLUMBIA — AgFirst Farm Credit Bank was recognized with the annual Workforce Development Award at the Columbia Chamber’s Breakfast Briefing on Dec. 10. Sponsored by MUSC, the award hono…