The New Irmo News

12/19/2025

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12/19/2025

Mayor Danielson Reads to First Graders at River Springs Elementary

IRMO — Irmo Mayor Bill Danielson spent time with first-grade students at River Springs Elementary School on Thursday, Dec. 18, reading Christmas classics as part of the school’s end-of-year celebration. The visit coincided with the students’ second annual pajama party, held on the final school day before the holiday break. Students arrived in pajamas, bringing teddy bears and blankets from home as they gathered to listen to the mayor read seasonal stories....

IRMO — Irmo Mayor Bill Danielson spent time with first-grade students at River Springs Elementary School on Thursday, Dec. 18, reading Christmas classics as part of the school’s end-of-year celebra…

12/19/2025

Town of Irmo Promotes Danielle McNaughton to Director of Communications and Special Events

IRMO — The Town of Irmo has announced the promotion of Danielle McNaughton to Director of Communications and Special Events. A resident of Irmo for more than 20 years, McNaughton brings both a strong personal connection to the community and extensive professional experience to her new leadership role. In her expanded position, she will oversee the town’s strategic messaging, brand awareness and the ex*****on of community-focused projects aligned with Irmo’s long-term vision of remaining a safe, distinctive and attractive community for families and local businesses....

IRMO — The Town of Irmo has announced the promotion of Danielle McNaughton to Director of Communications and Special Events. A resident of Irmo for more than 20 years, McNaughton brings both a stro…

12/17/2025

Columbia-Richland Fire Department Celebrates Firefighter Promotions

COLUMBIA — The Columbia-Richland Fire Department recognized 21 of its members who advanced to new leadership roles during a promotion ceremony held Dec. 1 at the Busby Street Community Center. The ceremony honored the promotion of 12 firefighters to senior firefighter, seven to fire captain, as well as the appointment of a new training officer and a new battalion chief....

COLUMBIA — The Columbia-Richland Fire Department recognized 21 of its members who advanced to new leadership roles during a promotion ceremony held Dec. 1 at the Busby Street Community Center…

12/17/2025

CATS Culinary Students Showcase ‘Taste of South Carolina’ at State Event

Several Culinary Arts students from the Center for Advanced Technical Studies participated in the first-ever Culinary Showcase held during the South Carolina African American History Calendar Unveiling ceremony on Dec. 2 at the Richland Two Performing Arts Center. Students Mary Anderson, Shaela Holland, Kairi Mayers, Harmony Soloman and Coryn Speight prepared and presented a “Taste of South Carolina” menu for attendees during the public reception....

Several Culinary Arts students from the Center for Advanced Technical Studies participated in the first-ever Culinary Showcase held during the South Carolina African American History Calendar Unvei…

12/17/2025

Feed an Officer Program Provides Lunches to Irmo Police

IRMO — Officers with the Irmo Police Department recently received Whataburger lunches through the Feed an Officer program, made possible by a sponsorship from Midlands Family Chiropractic. Serve & Connect, the organization behind the program, has provided more than 4,000 meals to law enforcement officers across the Midlands and distributed $20,000 in gift cards to off-duty officers for use at local restaurants....

IRMO — Officers with the Irmo Police Department recently received Whataburger lunches through the Feed an Officer program, made possible by a sponsorship from Midlands Family Chiropractic. Serve &a…

12/17/2025

The Power of a daily Green Smoothie

By Radley West In the whirlwind of our daily lives, finding time for a healthy, nutrient-packed meal can feel like a mission impossible. But what if there was a simple, delicious, and incredibly convenient way to flood your body with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants? Enter the green smoothie, your new secret weapon for a healthier you. For many, the idea of a "green" drink sounds, well, a little intimidating....

By Radley West In the whirlwind of our daily lives, finding time for a healthy, nutrient-packed meal can feel like a mission impossible. But what if there was a simple, delicious, and incredibly co…

12/17/2025

Red wine, leftovers, and… a red face?

When Holiday Meals Trigger More Than Fullness: Understanding Histamine Reactions You didn’t overeat. You skipped dessert and passed on the bread. Yet halfway through dinner, your nose starts running. Your cheeks flush. You feel bloated, restless or itchy. Maybe you wake up in the middle of the night feeling hot, anxious and unable to settle. These symptoms are often dismissed as random or stress-related....

When Holiday Meals Trigger More Than Fullness: Understanding Histamine Reactions You didn’t overeat. You skipped dessert and passed on the bread. Yet halfway through dinner, your nose starts …

12/17/2025

Cold, cold, cold

The snow of 2010 in Columbia. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net A thirteen-year relationship was dying. The song seemed written for us. Here comes one of those songs that arrives at a hurtful time. You grieve, heal, stumble into new entanglements, regret and vow never again, and before you know it three decades slip by. Life goes on....

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The snow of 2010 in Columbia. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net A thirteen-year relationship was dying. The song seemed written for us. Here comes one of those songs that arrives at a h…

12/17/2025

Smart ways to save on groceries – Part Two

By Mike DuBose Food is one of the largest family expenses. Rising food prices and busy schedules while providing economical meals are challenging In our earlier article, we examined the four largest South Carolina food chains (Kroger, Food Lion, Publix, and Walmart). We compared onsite prices using 21 of the most popular brands and products sold by grocery stores in a carefully controlled experiment....

By Mike DuBose Food is one of the largest family expenses. Rising food prices and busy schedules while providing economical meals are challenging In our earlier article, we examined the four larges…

12/17/2025

Firefighters Collecting Food for Annual Holiday Drive

COLUMBIA — The Columbia-Richland Fire Department has begun collecting donations for its sixth annual Firefighters Feeding Families Holiday Food Drive. Residents are encouraged to donate canned goods and other non-perishable food items, which will be distributed to families in need during the holiday season. Donations may be dropped off during regular business hours through Dec. 19 at fire stations throughout the City of Columbia and Richland County....

COLUMBIA — The Columbia-Richland Fire Department has begun collecting donations for its sixth annual Firefighters Feeding Families Holiday Food Drive. Residents are encouraged to donate canne…

12/17/2025

Free Community Christmas Dinner Set for Saturday on Broad River Road

COLUMBIA — Project Unity USA, in partnership with the Rivervettes of Columbia, will host a free Community Christmas Dinner this Saturday to support families and individuals in need across the Midlands. The event is open to the public and aims to provide a warm meal, fellowship and holiday cheer during the Christmas season, particularly for those facing financial hardship. The dinner will be held Saturday, Dec....

COLUMBIA — Project Unity USA, in partnership with the Rivervettes of Columbia, will host a free Community Christmas Dinner this Saturday to support families and individuals in need across the…