Wheels Harbison Area Transit, a non-profit founded in 1989, was created to serve HUD housing residents by providing free transportation to elderly and disabled individuals in the Greater Harbison Area. The service helps residents travel to medical and dental appointments, pharmacies, grocery and discount stores, and other essential destinations. InContinue Reading
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 Relief, a nonprofit that supports children affected by abandonment, abuse, or neglect. Community members are encouraged to donate new orContinue Reading
Columbia event to feature local bands, cornhole tournament, and holiday festivities The Babcock Center will host its second annual Jingle Jam Music Festival on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Steel Hands Brewing in West Columbia. This community celebration brings together live music, holiday cheer, and local engagement — all inContinue Reading
Middle school students from Gateway Baptist Church in Irmo spent part of their summer giving back during a community missions weekend known as Mission Ballentine. From Friday through Sunday in late July, students participated in six different service projects, both indoors and outdoors. One of those projects included volunteering atContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Cancer of Many Colors (CMC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting cancer patients and their families, has announced the appointment of Whitnei Jeffcoat Wingard as its new chief development officer. In her new role, Wingard will lead efforts to raise awareness of CMC’s mission, coordinate events, manageContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – United Way of the Midlands is launching their 4th annual Ready, Set, Supply. initiative, a drive aimed at stocking the classrooms of elementary school educators throughout the Midlands. The drive focuses on schools served by United Way’s Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC), their education initiative committed to fosteringContinue Reading
Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) has announced the appointment of Derek Stapleton as the organization’s new Vice President of Finance. With more than 25 years of experience in financial management, Stapleton brings expertise in strategic planning, organizational leadership, and fiscal oversight. His track record of implementing financial practicesContinue Reading
Mariah Bales, a student at Nursery Road Elementary School, has been recognized as the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary’s January Student of the Month. Fifth-grade teacher Jessica Erickson praised Mariah’s character and dedication, saying, “Mariah is a quiet, sweet soul. She is the first to help a student in need and staysContinue Reading
The Board of Directors of Sharing God’s Love (SGL) is thrilled to announce that Shari Selke will continue as Executive Director of the ministry. This update comes after a recent change in Shari’s personal life—her husband, who had planned to retire at the end of 2025, has decided to postponeContinue Reading
Fifth grader Anyalis Sifontes Lopez has been recognized as the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Student of the Month. Irmo Elementary Principal Shannon Fincannon praised Anyalis for her exceptional character and positive impact on the school community. “Anyalis is a gentle spirit that stands out in a crowd,” Fincannon shared. “She isContinue Reading
The Salvation Army of the Midlands is looking for volunteers to help spread holiday cheer by ringing bells at Red Kettles this Christmas season. The annual Red Kettle Campaign, which runs from November 29 through December 23, raises funds to support vital programs like rent and utility assistance, feeding programs,Continue Reading