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Here are Market at Icehouse dates for the 2026 season

The Market at Icehouse, located at 107 West Main St. in downtown Lexington, will return May 3 and run through late September. The market will be held Saturday’s from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. … more
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Lexington County can deny housing developments based on school enrollment data

In a 6-3 vote, Lexington County is moving forward to resume school concurrency, allowing school districts to provide enrollment and capacity data related to new housing developments in the area. The vote … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: 2026 Lake Murray Polar Plunge happening Saturday

Thursday and Friday, Feb. 12 and 13 Valentine’s Bouquet Night at Hazelwood On Thursday and Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hazelwood Brewing in Lexington, you can get your hands dirty with bouquet … more
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Thomas Dambo troll to bring magic, upcycled art to Cayce

Upcycled art, nature and a Denmark artist will merge for an announced art sculpture coming to Cayce. The city, home to the River Arts District, recently approved negotiations for a Thomas Dambo … more
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Lexington appoints 10 to vision plan advisory committee

Ten new members were appointed to the Town of Lexington’s Vision Plan Advisory Committee, which provides citizens input during implementation of the town’s vision plan.  In total, 16 … more
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1 dead, another injured after plane crashes in Lexington County

A plane crashed in the Gilbert area of Lexington County on Friday morning. "Two people were onboard the small plane when it went down," a Facebook post from the county read. "No one was injured … more
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Irmo creates ‘Heart of Irmo’ award to honor community contributors

Irmo Town Council members have approved a resolution establishing the Heart of Irmo award, a new recognition aimed at honoring individuals, businesses and organizations that contribute to the town. … more
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Lexington County man sentenced to federal prison on firearms charge

A West Columbia man has been sentenced to more than six years in federal prison after being convicted of possessing a firearm and ammunition as a felon. According to authorities, agents with the … more
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Lexington Police Department accepting 2026 Citizens Police Academy applications

The Lexington Police Department is now accepting applicants for its annual Citizens Police Academy, a program designed to give residents an inside look at law enforcement operations. The academy … more
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport exceeded 1M travelers in 2025

Columbia Metropolitan Airport leaders say the airport set a new passenger record in 2025. The airport served 1,371,977 passengers in 2025, exceeding the previous record of 1,326,374 travelers … more
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Lexington Chamber to host 'LEXPO 2026: Lexington’s Largest Business Expo' Feb. 12

LEXPO, the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center’s annual business trade show, brings together more than 90 businesses of all sizes and local restaurants to connect with consumers and network. … more
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Irmo's Archers Lane bridges project nears completion of 1st bridge, 2nd bridge to undergo construction soon

A bridge on Archers Lane in Irmo, between Treeslope Court and Shadetree Court near Irmo Town Park, is nearing the end of its replacement and reconstruction.  Part of the Archers Lane Bridge … more
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Road conditions in Lexington County cause deadly wreck during Winter Storm Gianna, coroner's release shows

Elaina Lynn Valencia, 39, of Batesburg, has been identified by Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher as the woman who died after a two-car crash during Winter Storm Gianna.  The accident … more
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South Congaree selects new police chief

The Town of South Congaree in Lexington County has selected a new police chief after going a few months without one. Carl "CJ" Quinlan was appointed as the town’s new chief of police during a … more
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Weekend snowfall in Lexington County was mostly powdery and sparkly

'We need everyone in our community.' S.C. Superintendent talks state of education at Lexington County event

At a  Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center Business Over Lunch event on Jan. 30, state Superintendent Ellen Weaver shared insights on vacancies, goals and key statistics regarding the state of … more
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Irmo designates Juneteenth as official town holiday

The Town of Irmo has officially recognized Juneteenth as a town holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned about their freedom, … more
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Mental Health Matters: Relationships

The winter months are upon us! Over the holidays, I had the opportunity to spend time with friends visiting from out of town. It had been over a year since we had any time to meet face-to-face. We … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: A reporter’s big goof

We hear a lot these days about “fake news.” Don’t worry—we’re not going to wade into the partisan divide over which news is, and which isn’t, “fake.” The problem isn’t new. One … more
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UPDATED: Snow expected this weekend in Lexington County

The National Weather Service station in Columbia says, as of Friday morning, there is a near-100% chance of snow on Saturday in Lexington County. A winter storm warning is in effect starting 10 … more
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Tropical Smoothie to open in Red Bank near Lowes Foods

Tropical Smoothie is coming to the Platt Springs Crossing development in the Red Bank area of Lexington County, but opening dates have not been announced.  The popular smoothie chain, which … more
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2 killed in I-20 Lexington County crash Jan. 24

Murray Kenneth Paxton of Lexington, 90, and Emery Thomas Woody of Augusta, Ga., 22, have been identified as the two killed in a Lexington County crash on Jan. 24.  The two-vehicle collision … more
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The Hangar Provisions in Lexington to open Mondays starting in February

The Hangar Provisions, a cafe with an all-day menu near downtown Lexington, will start opening on Mondays, according to a social media post from the establishment. Located at 109 Old Chapin Rd., … more
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Rules for vendors of Lexington's Market at Icehouse may change ahead of 2026 season

Rules and regulations changes for Market at Icehouse vendors could soon take place, impacting attendance requirements, vendor categories and more, Town of Lexington Parks and Community Services Director Jeff Metz recently outlined during a town council workshop. more
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Chapin ordinance could give mayor authority to fire, hire department heads

An ordinance, which received its first reading could potentially give Chapin Mayor Bill Mitchell the ability to hire and fire town department leaders. In a 3-2 vote at a recent meeting, town … more
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