Local crime, high school sports, county politics, events tonight, and business closings — the daily Midlands report from HEREIrmo.
Sports
The landscape of college football continues its rapid evolution, underscored by the recent release of the 2026 Football Transfer Portal rankings. This comprehensive list features 50 players, detailing their high school affiliations, physical attributes, class years, positions, independent (IND) and On3 (ON3) ratings, and crucial Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)…
Sports
The 2026 football transfer portal rankings have been released, showcasing the top 50 enrolled players poised to reshape college football rosters. These rankings, which include detailed player profiles, positions, and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) valuations, offer a comprehensive look at the talent pool attracting significant attention across the nation. At…
Sports
A comprehensive golf etiquette manual, last revised in March 2013, serves as a foundational resource for both new and experienced players, providing guidance designed to foster player enjoyment, maintain optimal course conditions, and ensure safety on the links. The document addresses a wide array of topics, from pre-round preparation to…
Business
U.S. stock indexes posted significant gains on Monday, August 3, 2026, as optimism surrounding potential de-escalation in U.S.-Iran tensions drove crude oil prices down. The market's upward movement, coupled with robust corporate earnings reports, provides a snapshot of the broader economic environment that can influence local conditions in Irmo. The Dow…
Business
Cook Out is opening a new store at 1331 Roberts Branch Parkway in northeast Columbia. For Irmo residents, it is a cross-town drive — but it fills a gap on the region's late-night burger map that has been open since Steak 'n Shake left the site.
Business
Global financial markets reacted sharply on Monday, July 20, as Brent crude oil prices surged past $90 a barrel for the first time since early June, driven by escalating tensions and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Concurrently, Treasury bond futures slipped, pushing the 30-year Treasury yield above 5.0 percent,…
Health
Public agencies in Irmo are refining protocols for extreme heat events, focusing on how such conditions can affect community schedules, local transportation, and essential utility services. The comprehensive planning aims to provide residents with clear information regarding potential disruptions and available resources during periods of elevated temperatures. Understanding the potential for…
Health
A broad heat event has settled across large sections of the country this July, prompting public health officials and scientific bodies to reiterate warnings about the significant risks posed by sustained extreme temperatures. The current conditions have prompted a renewed focus on planning within health systems, workplaces, and households, as…
Health
Irmo is emphasizing proactive planning for extreme heat events, which can present significant public health challenges for residents. The focus is on ensuring the community has access to essential information regarding public facility operations, potential transportation impacts, utility planning, and available cooling options. Periods of extreme heat necessitate a coordinated community…
Home and Garden
A comprehensive guide detailing homeowner preparedness for severe weather events, updated in May 2026, offers a multi-phase approach for residents in Irmo and the surrounding Midlands region. The resource, initially published in October 2025, outlines steps from long-term maintenance to immediate pre-storm actions, emphasizing protection for both property and family…
Home and Garden
Maintaining a home in Irmo during the summer months involves addressing a variety of potential issues, from landscaping safety to structural integrity, according to recent guidance on seasonal upkeep. These recommendations aim to protect residents from common hazards and preserve property value. Landscaping and Outdoor Safety Proper landscaping practices are crucial for…
Home and Garden
Homeowners in Irmo and the surrounding Lexington County area are encouraged to familiarize themselves with a comprehensive storm safety guide designed to mitigate property damage and ensure personal safety during severe weather events. The guide, an evergreen resource, covers a broad spectrum of natural disasters, including hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, floods,…
Technology
Opponents of rapid data center expansion across the United States staged or planned coordinated protests in at least 125 locations over the July 18 weekend, marking what organizers described as the first national effort focused on the growing backlash against artificial intelligence infrastructure. The widespread actions, which spanned states from coast…
Technology
The escalating demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure has begun to reshape the landscape of technology development, with power supply emerging as a critical bottleneck. Industry analysts note a pivot in focus from the availability of advanced microchips to the sheer electrical capacity required to operate the burgeoning network of AI…
Technology
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure globally has introduced a critical new challenge for the technology sector: the availability of electrical power. What was once primarily a race for advanced computing chips has evolved into a scramble for sufficient energy capacity, placing unprecedented demands on existing electrical grids and…
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