Business
Marketing Summit Set for Feb. 4 at Harbison Theatre
Columbia, S.C. — Marketing, communications and business professionals are invited to attend The Marketing Summit on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Harbison Theatre in Irmo. Presented by Capital City/Lake Murray Country and Experience Columbia SC, the half-day event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with registration opening at 8:30
Education
The Center to Host Open House and Student Showcase
CHAPIN — The Center for Advanced Technical Studies will open its doors to the community with an Open House and Student Showcase on Tuesday, February 3, from 5–7 p.m. at 916 Mt. Vernon Church Road in Chapin. During the event, parents, students, and community members will have the opportunity to
Sports
Dream Rookie Season Continues for Irmo’s Nick Emmanwori
By Thomas Grant Jr. Nick Emmanwori is enjoying a rookie NFL season many veterans only dream about. The Seattle Seahawks safety — and former Irmo High School and University of South Carolina standout — is one win away from claiming football’s ultimate prize: a Super Bowl championship. Emmanwori is also
Departments
Public Safety
Investigators Seek Suspect in Series of Vehicle Break-Ins
LEXINGTON, S.C. (January 15, 2026) — The Lexington Police Department is seeking information on the whereabouts of Christian Dominick Long, 33, of Lexington, in connection with a series of thefts
Community News
Jason Branham Will Not Seek Re-Election
Richland County Councilman Jason Branham announces he will not seek re-election to county council in 2026, concluding his current term representing District 1. “I grew up in Richland County with
Entertainment
Riverbanks Roars into 2026 with New Lions, Free Fridays, and Exciting Seasonal Events
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is kicking off 2026 with the arrival of two young African lions, the return of Free Fridays for local residents, and a full lineup of events
Civic
Clothing Drive to Support Midlands Orphan Relief
Donations Accepted at Irmo Branch Library Through October 31 IRMO, S.C. – The Irmo Branch Library is partnering with the Lake Murray–Irmo Woman’s Club to collect donations for Midlands Orphan

































