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‘There's growth here … become part of it.’ New businesses in Swansea include an arts workshop, barber and more

Driving through the quiet streets of Swansea, you might not expect to discover a masterclass in an ancient artistry on West 3rd Street.  Inside Lapidary Arts Workshop, students young and … more
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‘Maintain our history.’ Site of segregated Lexington Rosenwald school receives historical marker

The robust tones of an African-American spiritual drifted out of a courtyard in Lexington on Saturday morning, sung by men and women who’d spent childhood days on those grounds.  Come by … more
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SLED will enforce new state nitrous oxide law

A new South Carolina law aimed at curbing the recreational misuse of nitrous oxide is now in effect, according to an announcement made by SLED on Tuesday, June 16. South Carolina's Nitrous Oxide … more
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Yonce wins Lexington 1 school board special election, official results show

Shelton Yonce, according to unofficial results, was the top vote-getter in the Lexington County School District One special election. Once votes are certified, Yonce will be Lexington County … more
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Fink Family Farm of Lexington County celebrates 115 years

The Fink Family Farm was established in 1911 in the Mims area of Lexington County. Since the year of its establishment, Fink Farm has been a working farm. Currently owned by Royce and Ann … more
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‘Examination of the body revealed no evidence of traumatic injury.’ Moore’s cause of death is still unknown, coroner says

Elena Katherine Moore’s cause of death is still unknown. She was reported missing on June 12, and her body was found on June 17. On Monday, June 22, 2026, at 4 p.m., Lexington County Coroner … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Car show happening in Cayce on Sunday

Lexington County Thursday, June 25 Hands-On History at Lexington County Museum Every Thursday in June at 10 a.m. is an educational event in Lexington County for children ages 4 to 12. The … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: The incredibly mixed-Up German tourist

They say getting there is half the fun. Almost 50 years ago, a visitor from another nation had plenty of fun thanks to not getting where he was going. This is the story of the incredibly mixed-up … more
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6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Irmo honored Black culture, provided community resources

The African American Historical Society of Irmo (AAHSI) hosted its 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Moore Park on June 19.  Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when it was announced … more
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Timeline: The disappearance of Elena Katherine Moore and the discovery of a body

Law enforcement found a body matching the clothing description of Elena Katherine Moore on Wednesday, June 17. Moore was reported missing on Friday, June 12; she was last seen on Thursday, June 11, … more
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Hearing for Murdaugh retrial to take place in Lexington with Chapin judge

The hearing for the retrial of alleged murderer Alex Murdaugh is scheduled for June 29 in Lexington County. Earlier this month, Lexington County Circuit Judge Debra R. McCaslin was selected by … more
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Body matching Elena Moore's clothing description found, police say

A body matching Elena Katherine Moore's clothing description was found, Lexington Police said at a press conference just before 6:30 p.m. today. The coroner has not yet positively identified the … more
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S.C. Primary Election results necessitate runoffs for some races on Lexington County ballots

According to South Carolina Election Commission data, of the 3,383,591 registered voters in South Carolina, 856,005 of them cast ballots in the 2026 South Carolina Primary Election, making for a … more
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Chronicle columnist presents 250 anniversary art at Lexington Town Council meeting

Longtime Chronicle columnist Dawn Corley presented two paintings at the June 15 Lexington Town Council work session to celebrate America marking 250 years of independence this year.  more

UPDATE: Search for missing Lexington woman continues as law enforcement searches more wooded areas

Lexington Police Department said Monday evening that the seach for 39-year-old missing woman Elena Katherine Moore in wooded areas was "not a recovery operation, but rather a precise effort to rule … more
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Tickets on sale for Lexington County Revolutionary War lecture series

As America's independence turns 250 years old this year, Lexington County locals have the chance to celebrate with learning, thanks to a series hosted by the Lexington County Museum.  "The … more
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Breathtaking fireworks

Have you enjoyed or heard about the breathtaking fireworks show that takes place on Lake Murray every year? Lake Murray’s Independence Day Celebration is a highly anticipate event, with a … more
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Elena Moore still missing; she was last seen leaving a Planet Fitness, not a CVS, police say

The search remains ongoing for a Lexington woman reported missing late last week.  Elena Katherine Moore, 39, was originally reported to have last been seen at a CVS on Sunset Boulevard, … more
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Mental Health Matters: The power of presence

“How we live out our days, is, of course, how we live out our lives. What we do with this hour, and that one, is what we are doing.” - Annie Dillard, “The Writing Life” My family got … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: 6th Annual Irmo Juneteenth Celebration happening this Friday

Lexington County Thursday, June 18 Hands-On History at Lexington County Museum Every Thursday in June at 10 a.m. is an educational event in Lexington County for children ages 4 to 12. The … more
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Want to vote early in S.C.’s primary runoffs? Here’s how.

COLUMBIA — For South Carolinians who want to vote ahead of the June 23 primary runoffs, early voting is open for two days next week. Polling locations across the state will be open from 8:30 … more
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1 officer and 1 man shot in West Columbia shooting June 10

One officer with the West Columbia Police Department was shot, hospitalized then discharged after a shooting in Lexington County on Wednesday; another man remains hospitalized “Officers with … more
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Pamela Evette, Alan Wilson advance to Republican primary runoff election for governor in South Carolina

Lt. Gov. Pamela Evettte and Attorney General Alan Wilson will face off later this month in a runoff after receiving the most votes in a crowded race for the Republican nomination for South … more
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What to know about inmate health care, monitored technology at Lexington County Detention Center

Inmates at the Lexington County Detention Center have access to health care and supervised electronic communication. During a recent Lexington County Council meeting, council members discussed a … more
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Proposed West Columbia short-term rental regulation changes may impact occupancy, parking, more

The City of West Columbia is considering a variety of new regulations on short-term rentals. The city council’s first reading of the ordinance was during the June 2 meeting. The city’s … more
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