Controversial Water Walk development raises concerns about Irmo overdevelopment
Town Council has given final approval to the $175 million project.
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Reigning champion Irmo coach reflects on 42-year journey
Tim Whipple has more than 800 career wins and six state championships.
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Local basketball teams hope to be crowned champions during high school title games
Four teams from Richland and Lexington counties will play for a state championship during this week’s playoffs.
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Gamecock club hockey continues to grow, build toward bigger future
There’s a club sports team at the University of South Carolina that has risen wildly in popularity.
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Proposed penny tax for roads fails to pass in Lexington County
Residents apparently decided they don’t want any more taxes — even one to fix roads.
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Lexington County poll reports glitch, Allendale man tries to steal sign-in device as polls open
The Carolina News and Reporter will keep you updated throughout the day on voting in the Midlands.
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Restaurants excited to welcome back bigger crowds for Restaurant Week 2022
Hungry? Check out the restaurants in the Midlands participating in Restaurant Week 2022.
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Stay-at-home moms face loneliness, often look for community online
Women taking care of children full time are dealing with isolation and shame in the aftermath of the pandemic.
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Irmo to welcome 25,000 to community park for annual Okra Strut
Okra Festival returns to Irmo for its 48th consecutive year.
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Treasury Secretary warns of rising gas prices, but Midlands experts aren’t as pessimistic
Fields recommends Midland residents continue with normal financial behavior. Photo by Holly Poag....
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Some Midlands’ fire departments prepare for increase in electric vehicle fires
An electric vehicle charging on Harrison Blvd. Photo by Holly Poag As electric vehicles become...
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FastCast for Thursday, Sept. 23
A look at local, state and national news in a fast format from your reporters at Carolina News & Reporter.
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