‘Project Vision’ could bring 150 Lexington jobs
School board candidates address voters
Amick Farms to hire 40 in $54.8M expansion
Saluda County poultry processor Amick Farms will create 40 jobs as part of a $54.78-million expansion in neighboring Edgefield County, the South Carolina Department of Agriculture has announced. …
Lexington council divided on street light ordinance
Street lights remain a topic of discussion after the town council met on Monday, Oct. 19. After town officials presented the council with four options for updating Lexington’s outdated …
Lexington musician Jeff Smith introduces Parallel Lines
Lexington musician Jeff Smith is launching Parallel Lines with “You’ll Find Better,” a debut single arriving Friday, Nov. 6, on Spotify, Apple Music and other major streaming platforms. …
‘America’s Got Talent’ finalist Mike Stone coming to Harbison Theatre
For one night, a South Carolina favorite is coming home, and he’s bringing the party with him. On Friday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m., pianist and entertainer Mike Stone will celebrate a major …
Lexington 2 schools invite veterans to recognition events
Lexington County-area military veterans are invited to recognition events at Lexington District Two schools for Veterans Day. Following is a sampling of programs. Contact schools for additional …
Crossroads Middle teacher earns cash prize, Gamecocks tickets
Crossroads Middle School Academy for Innovative Learning teacher Wanda Pearson has been selected as a 2026 Teacher of the Game honoree. The program, presented by Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit …
District 5 breaks ground on new Dutch Fork Elementary
Lexington-Richland School District Five officially broke ground Friday, Oct. 30, on the new Dutch Fork Elementary School Academy of Environmental Sciences in Irmo, marking a milestone in the …
Midlands Tech breaks ground on outdoor welding lab
Midlands Technical College broke ground on an outdoor welding lab, funded in part by a $1.1 million grant from the Truist Foundation, on Thursday, Oct. 29. The facility, located on the …
The Farm 1780 to host free soil health day
Whether managing a backyard garden or scaling up a suburban homestead, local growers are invited to get their hands dirty alongside leading agricultural researchers and extension agents. On Saturday, …
Corley Elementary named Lighthouse honor roll school
H.E. Corley Elementary Leadership Magnet & Montessori Magnet School in Irmo has earned recognition as a 2026 Leader in Me Lighthouse Academic Honor Roll school. FranklinCovey’s Leader in …
Bowers Ace Hardware expands to 6 locations with Irmo store
Bowers Ace Hardware is continuing its growth across South Carolina with the opening of its sixth location on Broad River Road in Irmo. The new store marks another milestone for the locally owned and …
Wellmore of Lexington opens writing competition for high school seniors
Wellmore of Lexington, a Life Plan community, has announced that the annual Silver Pen Competition is now open for submissions, inviting local high school seniors to compete for awards while sharing …
Final walk-throughs set for Irmo High’s old east wing
Lexington-Richland School District Five is inviting community members to take one last walk through Irmo High School’s old east wing to honor its memories and celebrate its legacy. Community …
Families enjoy fall festival in Gilbert
JC’s Outdoors in Gilbert hosted the Derrick Team’s sixth annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 24. Hope Derrick from the Derrick Team of Keller Williams Realty organized the event with her …
SC inmate has a chance to leave death row, but lawyers say it’s the safest place for him
COLUMBIA — An order from South Carolina’s high court created the possibility that Donnie Council could leave death row. But in the 18 years since that ruling, his lawyers haven’t tried to get …
Trump rallies support for Graham in pre-election visit to Upstate
PENDLETON — President Donald Trump rallied in the Upstate to boost GOP support for U.S. Sen. Darline Graham’s campaign, while discounting polls suggesting the seat her late brother held for …
Annie Andrews explains her platform to end gun violence
WINNSBORO — The Democrat running for Senate in South Carolina responded Thursday, Oct. 22, to President Donald Trump painting her as an “anti-gun extremist.” Dr. Annie Andrews, a …
LEXINGTON HAPPENINGS: Fun fall events continue in Lexington!
Silhouettes of pointed black hats were seen strolling down Lexington’s Main Street at dusk on Thursday, Oct. 22. It was the annual Witches’ Walk, where sips and savings were offered in downtown …
LEXINGTON HAPPENINGS: Apple picking a highlight among local fall events
Have you been apple pickin’? It’s the “ripe” season now! Many travel to the Hendersonville, North Carolina area to fill their baskets with this annual fruit. But you might just find the …
GILBERT NEWS: Help bless others through Thanksgiving Blessing Baskets
Thanksgiving is a time for families, food and gratitude. Many this year will struggle to enjoy the holidays. The Derrick Team of Keller Willaims and the elementary school counselors in the area are …
GILBERT NEWS: Fall festivals, Halloween events planned in Gilbert, Summit
Halloween is the one night of the year where neighborhoods become playgrounds, a parking lot becomes a festival and every child’s imagination gets to lead the way. This week, I have information on …
PELION NEWS: Enjoy boiled peanuts to fund Pelion High scholarships
This cooler weather has been a welcome relief from the hot summer we had. Even the birds seem to like it, as they are very vocal each morning when I go outside. Remember: the annual South …
PELION NEWS: Annual SC Peanut Party returns next month
The 45th annual South Carolina Pelion Peanut Party will be held Friday, Nov. 6 and Saturday, Nov. 7. Friday’s events begin at 4 p.m. with the arrival of the food trucks. Dessert contest …
Sanford Stadium’s hallowed ground: A mascot memorial
I’ve met a few legends: musicians, writers, athletes, actors and a coach or three. Among the tops is University of Georgia Bulldogs football mascot Uga V. All Ugas have a following, but Uga V …
MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS: Seeking a therapist? Consider these professional credentials
It feels like fall outside today! The air has a crispness to it that is so refreshing and delightful. My air conditioner is not cycling on and off all the time. The seasons, they are a-changing! …
HOLY COW! HISTORY: A 1947 cereal’s radioactive surprise
1947 began on a wildly exciting note for kids. That January, enthralling ads popped up in comic books, Sunday newspaper funny pages and on the radio. What they announced was breathtaking. …
HOLY COW! HISTORY: The president’s stuff is missing!
Somewhere in America right now, someone may be walking around with LBJ’s class ring on his finger, Abe Lincoln’s telegrams in his pocket, Harry Truman’s swords in one hand and FDR’s portrait …
This home-canned cranberry base has a variety of uses
This drink base is wonderful as a surprising ingredient of many cocktails, appetizers, sauces and as a glaze. To make a batch that will fill about 10-pint jars, I use 3 regular sized bags of …
Cranberry slurry: A wonderful drink any time of the year
This drink is made with a few simple ingredients and is one of the best things you can serve any time of year. The basic recipe contains only two or three ingredients but can be tailored to suit …
Lexington County volleyball teams advance in playoffs
Young core leads Batesburg-Leesville to breakthrough season ahead of playoffs
Irmo, River Bluff players spread success, win Athlete of the Week
Lexington County football teams begin final push toward postseason
