Irmo, South Carolina facts for kids
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Irmo, South Carolina
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| Motto(s):
"Gateway to Lake Murray and Home of the Okra Strut"
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Location in Richland County and the state of South Carolina.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | South Carolina | ||
| Counties | Lexington, Richland | ||
| Incorporated | December 24, 1890 | ||
| Named for | C.J. Iredell and H.C. Mosely |
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| • Total | 6.86 sq mi (17.77 km2) | ||
| • Land | 6.86 sq mi (17.77 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 11,569 | ||
| • Density | 1,660.54/sq mi (641.10/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
29063
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| Area code(s) | 803, 839 | ||
| FIPS code | 45-35890 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 1231420 | ||
| Demonym | Irmite | ||
Irmo is a town in South Carolina, United States. It is located in both Lexington and Richland counties. Irmo is a suburb of Columbia, the state capital. It is about 12 miles northwest of Columbia's city center. In 2020, about 11,569 people lived in Irmo.
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History of Irmo
Irmo was officially started on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1890. The town was founded because a new railroad, the Columbia, Newberry and Laurens Railroad, was opening nearby. The name "Irmo" was created by combining parts of the names of two important people who helped start the town: Captain C.J. Iredell and Henry Moseley.
Geography of Irmo
Irmo covers a total area of about 6.86 square miles (17.77 square kilometers). All of this area is land. The town is located near Lake Murray, which is a popular spot for outdoor activities.
People in Irmo
In 2020, the town of Irmo had a population of 11,569 people. There were 4,686 households and 3,327 families living in the town. Irmo is a diverse community with people from many different backgrounds.
Arts and Culture in Irmo
Irmo is well-known for its annual Okra Strut festival. This festival started in 1973 as a way to raise money for a new library. It is named after the okra plant, which is a popular vegetable in the South.
The Okra Strut festival includes many fun events. These have featured a charity golf tournament, a street dance, and live entertainment. There are also carnival rides, cycling and running races, and displays of arts and crafts. A big parade is also a highlight of the festival.
Irmo has two public libraries for its residents. One is part of the Lexington County Public Library system, and the other is a branch of the Richland County Public Library.
Education in Irmo
The schools in Irmo are part of Lexington School District 5. This district serves all parts of the town.
Schools within Irmo Town Limits
- Irmo Elementary School (grades K-5)
- H. E. Corley Elementary School
- Dutch Fork Elementary School
Schools Near Irmo
Some schools are very close to Irmo or have "Irmo" in their names, but they are not officially inside the town limits. These include:
- Crossroads Intermediate School (grade 6)
- Irmo Middle School (grades 6-8)
- Irmo High School (grades 9-12)
- Dutch Fork Middle School (grades 7-8)
- Dutch Fork High School (grades 9-12)
Notable People from Irmo
Many talented people have connections to Irmo. Here are a few:
- Tyler Bass (born 1997): An NFL kicker for the Buffalo Bills. He went to Dutch Fork High School.
- Ben Bridwell (born 1978): A singer for the band Band of Horses.
- Alaina Coates (born 1995): A professional basketball player for the Chicago Sky.
- Danny Efland (born 1988): A racing driver.
- Leeza Gibbons (born 1957): A famous talk show host.
- Jalin Hyatt (born 2001): An NFL wide receiver for the New York Giants.
- Dustin Johnson (born 1984): A professional golfer. He also attended Dutch Fork High School.
- B.J. McKie (born 1977): A former minor league basketball player for the University of South Carolina.
- Courtney Shealy (born 1977): An Olympic swimmer who won a Gold Medal in 2000.
- E. Lee Spence (born 1947): A pioneer in underwater archaeology and shipwreck history.
- Auden Tate (born 1997): An NFL wide receiver for the Atlanta Falcons.
- Ian McCurdy (born 1971): An A&R Representative for Atlantic Records/Mammoth Records, who worked with bands like Seven Mary Three and Squirrel Nut Zippers.
See also
In Spanish: Irmo (Carolina del Sur) para niños
