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Irmo will host a July 4 Laser Light Show at Moore Park. The event starts at 7 pm, with the lasers kicking off at 9:30 pm in the Prisma Health Amphitheater at 7473 Church Street, Irmo. There will be free hot dogs served by Cox Family BBQ, DJ Ronny LaneContinue Reading

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From the Irmo Fire District and the U. S. Fire Administration Keep Body Parts Away from Lit Fireworks: Never place any part of your body over a firework when lighting it. Burns really hurt and they hurt for a long time. Be Mindful of Pets Fireworks can frighten pets, causingContinue Reading

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Statewide award recognizes Columbia-based agency for excellence in marketing, public relations and strategic communications. COLUMBIA — MPA Media Corporation has been named the Best Marketing Firm in South Carolina for the third consecutive year by the Guide to South Carolina’s Best Awards. The Columbia-based marketing, public relations and strategic communicationsContinue Reading

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By Thomas Grant Jr. Along with providing summer college baseball, the Lexington County Blowfish are a community-oriented organization. Since arriving in Lexington in 2014, the team has participated in various fund-raising events and is devoted to honoring all military services. This past weekend saw the Blowfish hold their annual FortContinue Reading

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Consolidation creates state’s largest private water utility system, serving more than 70,000 customer connections. COLUMBIA — South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU) has announced the consolidation of Blue Granite Water Company into its Midlands operations, creating the largest water utility consolidation in South Carolina history. Approved by the South Carolina PublicContinue Reading

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LEXINGTON — Eight people were arrested Thursday following a multi-agency investigation into suspected drug activity and prostitution at residences on Edmund Highway and North Parsons Street, according to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Lexington County deputies, working alongside officers with the West Columbia Police Department, the South Carolina Law EnforcementContinue Reading

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By Robin All Years ago, Bobby Jones remarked during the Masters that Jack Nicklaus played a game of golf he was not familiar with. After watching this year’s U.S. Open, I know exactly how he felt. While most senior golfers can’t hit the ball the distances achieved by today’s professionals,Continue Reading

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Photo: A dirt road runs where an old locomotive steamed into Blackville. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net The road looks just like one on Granddad’s farm running into hardwoods where a spring bubbled in shade. Come sundown in Granddad’s battered old car, we’d ride that road through trees toContinue Reading

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Twenty-seven rising seniors selected for prestigious citizenship and government training experience Twenty-seven students from School District Five recently participated in the 2026 Palmetto Boys State and Palmetto Girls State programs, week-long leadership and citizenship experiences sponsored by The American Legion Department of South Carolina and the American Legion Auxiliary. TheContinue Reading

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By Captain Tyler Ryan “It all started with some hot dogs and a grill,” says Wacky Wednesday Foundation Founder Ken Jones says of the weekly party he now hosts every Wednesday during the summer at Sandy Beach, where it is not unusual to find a hundred boats. What started asContinue Reading

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For 78 students, the future is bright after graduating from the Adult Education program in School District Five May 28 at Irmo High School’s Center for the Arts. These graduates all have a unique story. During the ceremony, graduates were recognized for their individual accomplishments and the unique paths theyContinue Reading

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Richland County held a groundbreaking July 15 for a new fire house located in Ballentine. The new fire station will be located at 11809 Broad River Road. The facility will improve emergency response and public safety services in the Ballentine community and surrounding areas. The Columbia-Richland Fire Department will beContinue Reading