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
Irmo, SC – On Tuesday, October 8, Richland County Councilman Jason Branham spoke to members of the Lake Murray Irmo Rotary Club as part of his re-election campaign for District 1, which covers portions of Richland County in Irmo and Ballentine. Branham, a lawyer with Tide Law in Irmo, highlightedContinue Reading
Congratulations to Selah Smith-Galloway, a fifth grader at Dutch Fork Elementary School Academy of Environmental Sciences, for being named Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary’s September Student of the Month! Dutch Fork Elementary Principal Rebecca Dilley praised Selah, saying, “Selah is a creative, outgoing student who quickly caught the attention of her teachers.Continue Reading
Richland County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), an organization dedicated to advocating for abused and neglected children, recently benefited from a generous donation of school supplies through its back-to-school drive. These supplies will help ensure that the children CASA supports are well-prepared for the upcoming school year.Continue Reading
Stephanie Yandle, the Customer Experience Manager for Research & Information at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, has been elected as the 2024-2026 chair of The Cooperative Ministry’s board of directors. Her election was confirmed at the board’s June 18 meeting. Yandle has been a member of The Cooperative Ministry’s boardContinue Reading
Columbia is set to host the first of three fundraising events for Sistercare, an organization dedicated to helping victims and families recover from domestic violence. The inaugural event will take place during the Soda City Market downtown, aiming to raise funds and awareness. Visitors can look forward to a varietyContinue Reading