Mission Lexington helps Lexington family after house fire

Mission Lexington has provided instant assistance to a Lexington County single mother and her four children who lost their home in a fire. The Red Cross and Lexington School District One …

Lexington County considers new trash collection plan

Lexington County residents could soon see a new and improved trash collection plan. At the Oct. 8 meeting, Lexington County Council agreed to consider creating a special tax district in the …

Lexington One Superintendent Postlewait receives 'extremely effective' evaluation

Superintendent of Lexington school district one, Dr. Gerrita Postlewait received an “extremely effective evaluation” by board members on Oct. 8. The board conducted the evaluation …

Guardian ad Litem program offers free training Oct. 28 in Lexington County

On Oct. 28, The Guardian ad Litem (GAL) will provide a free virtual training for those interested in becoming a volunteer in Lexington County. Volunteers advocate on behalf of abused and …

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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Oct. 17

Resurrection

FRIDAY, OCT. 18 Resurrection: A Journey Tribute (concert) The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) brings back classic ’80s rock hits with Resurrection: A Journey Tribute. Expect to …

New mental health unit opening at Lexington Medical Center

Lexington Medical Center has announced the opening of a new unit dedicated to serving emergency mental health patients. The emPATH unit, which stands for Emergency Psychiatric Assessment …

Lexington man arrested after Lexington deputy ran over with car

Chief Terrance Green announced the arrest of Antwan Martel Jeter of Cayce, 36, on Oct. 8 after a Lexington deputy was ran over with a car. At 4 p.m., Antwan Jeter arrived at the …

HOLY COW! HISTORY: Hollywood’s first canine star

Back in the 1940s, comedian W.C. Fields had this advice for colleagues: “Never work with children or animals.” He knew what he was talking about because kids and critters can steal a …

Lexington’s Scarecrow Stroll returns

The Town of Lexington and the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center are bringing back the Scarecrow Stroll for the third year in a row. From Oct. 14-31, fall-themed scarecrows will be on …

Wagener man arrested after Lexington employee shot

Howard Fogle, 73, of Wagener has been charged after an employee was shot on Thursday, Oct. 10 at a Lexington County business. Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon in the press release said the …

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We celebrated over 300 of Lexington’s best at Best of Lexington 2024

Hailing from all over Lexington County, business leaders, professionals and locals gathered at Seawell’s in Columbia, S.C. on July 18 to celebrate many entities that make Lexington County as …

What’s old has become new again in presidential politics. And it’s been a mighty long wait, too. For the first time in nearly a century, there’s a candidate with facial hair on a …
Admittedly, it sounds like the start of a joke: “So a presidential assassin, a pioneering automaker and an Academy Award-winning actress walk into a bar…” But it’s not.  …
Known for its quaint community, southern charm and famous buffet style restaurant, Shealy's BBQ, the Town of Batesburg-Leesville is filled with historic landmarks from times past. This small town, …
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Lexington local crowned 2024 Miss South Carolina Teen 

Lexington local, Mary Elle Marchant, was crowned 2024 Miss South Carolina Teen on June 29, 2024. In addition to winning her new title, Marchant was also awarded a $20,000 scholarship from the Miss South Carolina Organization. With 14 years of dance experience, she danced a routine to The Chorus Line’s opening hit, “I Hope I Get It,” for the talent portion of the competition.

Lexington native, Mary Elle Marchant, 18, was crowned 2024 Miss South Carolina Teen on June 29, 2024. The daughter of Andy and Rhonda, Marchant is a recent graduate of River Bluff High School’s …

The teacher forum hosted the school board candidate forum for Lexington-Richland contenders on Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Throughout the forum, candidates were asked what the most critical issue is, …
Southern women are known for many notable attributes: their thick accent, tasty cooking and charming beauty. They are also known for their taste in fashion! Ladies from the South (especially within …
When Hurricane Helene ripped through the Southeast at the end of September, leaving many without power, Sabrina Peterson knew she wanted to help people out. After witnessing one of her friends, Jay …
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Warm weather did not stop residents from visiting the Market at Icehouse

Throughout the past few weeks, Lexington County has started experiencing the hot and humid summers we’re known for, but the outside activities continue to prosper. This past Saturday, the Icehouse Amphitheater held its weekly Market at Icehouse.

Parkland Plaza is gaining a couple of new tenants in its shopping center. The outparcel building in the plaza is being leased to Oak Street Health, a primary health care practice providing care for …
That familiar jingle of the highly anticipated ice cream truck on a summer afternoon ignites a feeling of excitement quite like no other. And while it's not exactly ice cream, Kona Ice strives to create similar memories one shaved ice at a time.
Rio Express Grill, located at 5594 Sunset Blvd. in Lexington is now open, offering a variety of Brazilian BBQ options for locals and visitors alike.
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Lexington County teams earn crucial wins while others postpone following Helene fallout

Last week was an abbreviated week of football around Lexington County as the state deals with the fallout from Hurricane Helene. 

Gamecocks struggle with discipline in loss to Ole Miss

It seemed as if nothing went right for the Gamecock football team in its most recent 24-3 loss to the Ole Miss Rebels. From the team’s first possession to the last, the mistakes kept piling on for the Gamecocks.  
The Dutch Fork football team marched into Chapin and handed the Eagles their second loss of the season. The Silver Foxes dominated en route to a 63-10 win. Running back Maurice Anderson had five touchdowns in the game as Dutch Fork remained undefeated. Despite the blowout, the Chapin faithful remained invested in the game, cheering their team on. 

Photos: Dutch Fork dominates Chapin to begin region season

The Dutch Fork football team marched into Chapin and handed the Eagles their second loss of the season. The Silver Foxes dominated en route to a 63-10 win.
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