School District Five is in need of additional substitute teachers for the 2020–2021 school year. The COVID-19 pandemic has opened the door to first-time substitute teachers who can support students while starting a new career path. These roles are optimal for parents, unemployed professionals and college students, or anyone whoContinue Reading
The Salvation Army of the Midlands would like to express their deepest appreciation and thanks to the Midlands community for generously donating at the red kettles this past Christmas season! The Salvation Army of the Midlands Red Kettle Campaign raised a grand total of over $316,000 this past Christmas season.Continue Reading
The newsletter on my work in Congress as the Representative for South Carolina’s Second District. Coronavirus Resources Our country is still working to recover from the pandemic and it is important to stay healthy and safe. Please continue following Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines to help keep you, yourContinue Reading
Seeking to maintain its proficiency in emergency services during a pandemic,when routine in-person meetings cannot be held, Civil Air Patrol's South Carolina Wing is conducting a virtual tabletop mission exercise this Saturday, January 30, using on-line collaboration resources. The exercise simulates an active incident command center, coordinating disaster relief andContinue Reading
Lexington County arrested a man Thursday after finding more than 90 pounds of marijuana in his home. Javier Ayala, 26, is charged with trafficking marijuana and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest warrants. “We received a community tip drug activity was taking place at Ayala’sContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Lexington-Richland District 5 is moving forward with its plan to return to face-to-face learning five days a week on Feb. 1 despite protest demonstrations that took place just before the Jan. 25 board meeting at Irmo High School. The district has been observing face-to-face learning four daysContinue Reading
Lexington County deputies have arrested a Lexington man accused of fatally shooting a man at a business early Sunday morning. Regin Nicreis Oakman, 26, is charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest reports. The victim has been identified as 39-year-old Michael LewisContinue Reading
On Wednesday, the world watched the inauguration of the 46th President of the United States. Although President Biden and I may not agree on much, I was pleased to see the democratic transition of power happen peacefully. Overview of the week: This week, legislative committee meetings were held virtually. ThisContinue Reading
Two schools in Lexington-Richland School District Five have been selected to participate in the 2021 School Garden & Education Assistance Program. Harbison West Elementary School and Irmo High School International School for the Arts are among the 20 schools statewide selected to take part in the program. The program isContinue Reading
The International Food and Deli grocery opened at 7536 Woodrow Street in Irmo last month. The store offers meats, fish and cheeses from Europe, as well as crackers, candies, cakes, teas and other beverages. Fresh bread can be baked for you as you shop, to be ready as you checkContinue Reading
On Sunday, January 23, divers from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and South Carolina Department of Natural Resources found a military ordinance round which was identified as an 81-millimeter military mortar round by the United States Air Force EOD detachment. A fisherman using a casting net near Black’s BridgeContinue Reading