Irmo Yellow Jackets Fall to Rock Hill in Season Opener
The Irmo Yellow Jackets faced a 24-14 defeat against Rock Hill in their 2026 high school football season opener on August 22, 2026, at W.C. Hawkins Stadium. The game, a matchup of highly-ranked South Carolina teams, saw Irmo rally in the second half but ultimately fall short. Rock Hill established a 17-0 lead by halftime. […]
Stars and Stripes Editor Fired Amid Censorship Fears
The editor-in-chief of Stars and Stripes, Erik Slavin, has expressed concerns about censorship after being dismissed by the US Department of Defense (DoD) for alleged insubordination. Slavin, who had worked for the military newspaper for 21 years, believes his termination stems from an interview where he stated that censorship would be a red line in […]
Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Sets Digital, 4K Release
Christopher Nolan’s epic film, The Odyssey, will be available for rent and purchase on digital platforms starting November 17. The movie will also launch on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on the same date. This home release follows its theatrical debut on July 17, marking a four-month exclusive theatrical window, which is a longer period than […]
Iran vows resistance as US plans new sanctions
A close ally of Iran’s supreme leader stated that Tehran will not submit to the United States, as the US prepares to announce further economic sanctions against Iran on Monday. This comes as President Donald Trump has threatened an Economic D-Day against the country. Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, vowed to […]
USS Lincoln Deployment Woes Highlight US Navy Strain
Reported conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier during its extended deployment have brought renewed scrutiny to the US Navy’s capacity for prolonged conflict, particularly in the ongoing US-Israeli war with Iran. Experts indicate that issues of crew morale, basic supply shortages, and maintenance problems on the USS Lincoln underscore the limitations of US […]
UAE Halts Iran Trade After Missile Report
The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade and financial transactions with Iran, following reports of two ballistic missiles launched from Iran toward UAE territorial waters. The UAE stated that while both missiles fell into the water without causing damage or casualties, the incident marks an unwelcome return of conflict to the Gulf economy after […]
Actress Hayden Panettiere Dies in Greenville, South Carolina at 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in television series such as Nashville and Heroes, has died in Greenville, South Carolina, at the age of 36. Authorities responded to a report of an unresponsive woman at the Judson Mill Lofts on Easley Bridge Road on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at approximately 1:51 p.m. Upon arrival, […]
SC Fishing Regulations Every Angler Should Know: Bag Limits, Size Limits, Seasons
A plain-language summary of South Carolina’s key bag limits, size limits, and seasons for Irmo anglers fishing Lake Murray — from bass and crappie to redfish and flounder — with links to the official SCDNR rulebook.
How to Fish Lake Murray: A Complete Guide to South Carolina’s Premier Fisheries
A Irmo angler’s guide to Lake Murray, with the five SC lake and river tactics — from herring-fed stripers to full-moon shellcracker beds — that work across every season on SC Midlands waters, plus gear basics, boat ramp etiquette, and where to find current SCDNR stocking data.
South Carolina Freshwater Fishing License Guide 2026-2027: Fees, Permits, Where to Buy
Everything Irmo anglers need to know about SC fishing license fees, the combination hunting-fishing option, senior and disabled veteran discounts, and the fastest ways to get licensed before you hit Lake Murray.