Meetings This Week: District 5 Board, Irmo Town Council

Here's a look at local government/school meetings this week.

Town of Irmo to Annex District 5 Office

Irmo Council members approved first reading of an ordinance to annex the Lexington-Richland 5's property at 1020 Dutch Fork Road.

Irmo Council to Discuss Budget, Annexing District 5 Property

The budget session begins at 6 p.m. today at the Municipal Building, 7300 Woodrow Street.

Tips for Taxpayers Who Can't File On Time

Here are four tips from the IRS.

Police Substation Proposed for Chapin Town Hall

Chapin town leaders are planning to move into a new building, which is 15,600 square feet, as early as September.

No Salary Increase for Irmo Council

Council members unanimously voted against first reading of the ordinance to increase council salaries by $1,800 per member, per year

Irmo Community Market to Start in May

The market, which will be located on Carlisle Street near the Irmo Town Park, will run from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays beginning in May and ending in October.

Grant Enables Mammograms for Women in Need

In 2012, the grant allowed for more than 1,300 mammograms to women in need.

Irmo Council to Consider Salary Increase, Community Market

The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Municipal Building, 7300 Woodrow Street.

Lexington County Utility Asks for Rate Hike from SC Supreme Court

Carolina Water Service is asking the Supreme Court for a rate hike to reduce billing errors and upgrade facilities, according to The State.

Unemployment Rates Down in Lexington, Richland Counties in February

Total employment across the state reaches the highest in more than four years.

Citizens 'Frustrated' with Government, Taxes Move Forward with Birch County Plan

Some local residents in both Richland and Lexington counties are looking to form a new county in the Midlands.

Rep. Nathan Ballentine Named 2013 Legislator of the Year

The South Carolina School Improvement Council awarded Ballentine with the award at its annual meeting on March 23.

Gov. Haley Signs Bill Banning Sweepstakes Cafes

Previous laws were vague about what was legal and what was not and where.

Lexington County Republican Precinct Reorganization Meeting Thursday

A makeup session has been scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 1430 North Lake Drive, Lexington.

Meetings This Week: Irmo Town Council Budget Workshop

The budget session begins at 6 p.m. Tuesday followed by a regular meeting at 7 p.m.

First Meeting on Proposed Birch County Scheduled

The meeting is scheduled from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, at The Cotton House in Irmo.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for Irmo, Chapin Neighborhoods

The city has issued a boil water advisory for residents of several subdivisions in the area.

Hey, Irmo! Goose Creek's Mayor Pays Up on Championship Bet

The mayors of Irmo and Goose Creek made a friendly wager on the state championship game. With Irmo's win, Goose Creek's mayor had to pay up.

Speak Out: Whom Do You Blame for Sequestration?

As across the board cuts loom, everyone seems to be blaming everyone else.

Republican Precinct Reorganization Meeting Scheduled for March

The purpose of the meeting — held at 6:30 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church — is to select people for leadership positions in the precincts that makeup the Northern District.

Irmo Council Seeks Name for New Park

The 14-acre park, located on Eastview Drive, will feature walking trails, a playground, amphitheater and picnic areas.

This Week's Meeting: Irmo Town Council

See what's on the agenda for council's regular meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday.

SC Revenue Department Announces Safeguard for Filing State Tax Returns

A letter will be mailed to taxpayers asking them to provide additional information either online or by telephone in order to complete the return if forms are suspected of fraud.

Irmo Named an Outstanding Traffic Safe Community

Irmo, a repeat winner, was one of 15 communities recognized during the 9th annual Traffic Safe Communities awards luncheon on January 31.

Irmo Council to Address Parking Ordinance, New Tow Park Contracts

The meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Municipal Building, 7300 Woodrow Street in Irmo.

Hearing Set in District 5 Residency Dispute

The hearing, which is open to the public, will be held at 10 a.m. on February 15 at the district office located at 1020 Dutch Fork Road in Irmo.

Rep. Jim Clyburn Votes Against Debt Ceiling Measure

Passes anyway, buys the federal government three more months.

Lexington County to Live Stream Meetings

The first live stream will be today at 4:30 p.m. for the Lexington County Council meeting.

Jobless Rates Increase Slightly for Richland, Lexington Counties

South Carolina's unemployment rate increased to 8.4 percent in December from 8.3 percent in November.

Ordinance Amendment Could Restrict Parking to Driveways, Street

Council members address problems with parking at some homes in Irmo.

State of the State: What Do You Want to Hear from Gov. Haley?

The governor will address the State at 7 p.m.

When Can I File My 2012 Tax Return?

The IRS has announced a delayed start to the 2012 tax filing season

State Agencies Offer Free Identity Protection Webinars

Learn how to minimize the possibility of identity theft.

This Week's Meetings: District 5, Irmo Town Council

A list of meetings in the Irmo-Seven Oaks area.

Congressional Update - Rep. Jim Clyburn

A look at the Democrat representing the 6th Congressional District.

Speak Out: Do You Want to Live in Birch County?

Some Lake Murray residents including those in Ballentine, Irmo and Chapin want to form a new county. Would you want to live in Birch County?

Haley Tells Ballentine Elementary Students 'Cool Kids Don't Bully'

The governor spoke about bullying at Ballentine Elementary Thursday afternoon.

DEW Website Back Online After Defacement

The state unemployment agency's website, which was defaced this weekend, is back online after an image appeared on the home page stating the site had been hacked.

DEW Website Defaced, No Personal Information Compromised

The Department of Employment and Workforce's website homepage was defaced, but no personal information was breached.