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April is Autism Awareness Month. This Midlands Tech student encourages individuality

One in 36. This is the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the number of children who have been identified as being on the autism spectrum disorder. more

Georgetown, S.C. superintendent Price selected for Lexington One superintendent-elect, superintendent positions

Keith Price has been selected as the superintendent-elect/superintendent for Lexington County School District One. “We are delighted to announce Mr. Keith Price as our new … more

Former Lexington 1 superintendent Little to be next Midlands Tech president

Gregory D. Little will be Midlands Technical College’s seventh president. The Midlands Technical College Commission made the selection after four finalists, including Vicky Wood, … more

S.C. Senate passes bipartisan proposal to decrease sales of illegal e-cigarettes

In light of increased numbers of e-cigarettes being confiscated from school-aged children, the South Carolina Senate has passed a bipartisan proposal that aims to crack down on the number of illegal … more

Lexington One superintendent finalists include current superintendents in S.C., Va., Iowa

The Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees has selected three finalists, all of them current school district superintendents around the country, for the position of superintendent/superintendent-elect. more

Riverbank Elementary students win Lexington 2 cooking competition

On March 28, 13 elementary students from across Lexington County School District 2 competed in the Future Chef Competition. more

Irmo looks to move from history-packed town hall to a new one

While eyes are set on a new town hall, Irmo residents and leaders have a plethora of history to reflect upon in the old town hall.  more

Lexington County Public Library welcomes ‘Nova’ to mobile library fleet

On March 25, the Lexington County Public Library system held a ribbon cutting for a new mobile library called Nova, bringing the system's fleet to two. more

Lexington School District Two arts facility opening soon

The new 103,400-square-foot performing arts center and district office for Lexington School District Two is opening soon.  more

Incumbent Wessinger and former fire fighter vie for Lexington County Council District 6 seat

A local resident fighting for public safety has announced his campaign for county council, challenging incumbent Charli Wessinger for District 6, which covers Chapin, parts of Irmo and Lexington. more

Batesburg-Leesville celebrates small town charm with annual Taste of the Town cookoff

Stuffed dates, pulled pork sandwiches, tortellini salad and more were on the menu for Batesburg-Leesville’s annual Taste of the Town.  more

Completed Old Mill Pond dam now has upgraded erosion control

The construction of the Old Mill dam, located next to the Old Mill that houses multiple restaurants and stores, was completed last summer, with the Old Mill Pond set to open this spring. more

Voodoo Brewing Company is coming to Lexington

The new owner of a key spot along Lexington’s Main Street has spoken out as to why he is helping bring a national franchise to the bustling downtown. more

Chapin’s newly renovated town hall comes with deep history

The town of Chapin has seen its town hall move around since its establishment. The newest building, located at 157 Columbia Ave., could be its permanent residence. more

Railroad work closed several key Lexington County crossings in recent weeks

A recent round of railroad maintenance within Lexington County is now complete, with CSX having completed the Lexington County portion of work at various crossings. more

Lexington reaches resolution for downtown sewer issue that has required 24/7 attention

Lexington has found a permanent solution for a downtown sewage issue that has necessitated a truck to be on site pumping 24/7 for almost a year. more

Following backlash, Lexington County approves new road maintenance agreement

In the wake of a backlash over Lexington County’s move in December to cancel a 40-year-old agreement to maintain roads in county towns and cities,  County Council has approved a new agreement that will continue to provide maintenance services but with some exceptions. more

Lexington County state representative at forefront of push to reform liquor liability

Local restaurant owners continue to push against rising insurance rates in South Carolina, described by many as a dire threat to their continued operation. more

Lexington mulls designated spots for rideshare pickup/dropoff, eyes financial transparency

The Town of Lexington plans to address financial transparency and implement designated rideshare locations along its bustling Main Street. more

With help from brewery fundraiser, Cayce adds another police K9

The Cayce Police Department has officially welcomed its newest four-legged member. more

Having recently set new post-COVID passenger mark, CAE to update master plan

Hard at work on a plan to take it into the future, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport hit another milestone in its recovery from the COVID-19 slowdown. more

Haley speaks to veteran issues during Irmo campaign stop

South Carolina is less than a week away from its Republican primary on Feb. 24, and former Gov. Nikki Haley is ramping up her bus tour around the Palmetto State.  more

Lexington County a hotspot for Republican presidential candidates. Why?

Lexington County has been a hotspot throughout the lead-up to next weekend’s Republican presidential primary.  more

Lexington District 5 hopes to build new school, secure $240M referendum, shift zoning

Lexington-Richland School District 5 looks to see major changes to their district’s schools and zoning, with help, officials hope, from a proposed $240 million bond referendum. more

Lexington District 1 board sued by former candidate for violating her freedom of speech

The Board of Trustees overseeing Lexington County’s largest school district is being sued by a former board candidate. more
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