Had Jeff Bezos been around early in the last century when the auto industry was in its infancy – and the buggy business going out – he might have taken 2 steps: 1. Start making B-Model cars, … more

The Columbia International University School of Business plans 2 international business conferences next month.  The Faith-Driven Entrepreneur Live Conference will be Sept. 8 and the … more

A relatively new trend in retailing is to open in Lexington this fall. A cosmetics retailer is counting on an established store's customers to kick start its business here. Sephora will open … more

Do you want a prime prospect to go for your latest offer? Aristotle taught that there were 3 keys to persuade yourself or someone else to do something important. The great thinker’s 3 keys … more

As the job developer for Lexington Two Schools, Susie Day presents students to businesses. Her effort is to find employment for the students after high school. The students she works with are high … more

South Carolina is making a record-setting recovery. Last week’s unemployment claims were lower than the week before, the best of all 50 states.  Last week’s claims also were lower than … more

The 2021 Tax Free Weekend, presented by the S.C. Department of Revenue, begins Friday (Aug. 6) and ends Sunday (Aug. 8.) During the tax-free weekend, many items that are traditionally associated … more

Lexington Medical Center has been recognized as the top hospital in the Midlands. It is also ranked No. 5 among all South Carolina hospitals, according to U.S. News & World Report. “Proud to … more

The dollar of a tourist does not see the Congaree River as a line that divides Lexington and Richland County. Be it the rodeo in South Congaree and Riverbanks Zoo or Cayce Historical Museum and … more

Special to the Chronicle Local businesses have used social media effectively during the covid-19 pandemic. It is amazing to see their resilience and creativity in surviving for 15 months, … more