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2 killed in Christmas Eve crash in Lexington County

Gloria Martinez Alonso, 24, and Elisa Martinez, 1, of West Columbia, have been identified by Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher as the two who died in a wreck on Christmas Eve.  The … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Attend First Day Hike at Lexington County's Pine Island State Park Jan. 1

Lexington County  Thursday, Jan. 1 First Day Hike Shake off the couch potato cobwebs from last year and get moving with a First Day hike to kick start those New Year's … more
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Irmo High students gain courtroom experience at Justice Department training center

Students from Irmo High School took part in a hands-on legal learning experience in December at the National Advocacy Center, the U.S. Department of Justice’s premier federal training facility in … more
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COLUMN: Meet Leo: Big paws, bigger personality

Earlier this month, I welcomed a puppy into my life and officially became a dog mom! Little did I know a golden retriever would make my days feel instantly brighter.  Now my … more
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Midlands pastor wins seat to succeed ex-Lexington County Rep. RJ May in special Statehouse election

Three Republican candidates sailed to victory in special elections two days before Christmas, winning two seats in the South Carolina state House and one in the Senate. All three were ruby red … more
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Former S.C. prisons director confirmed as state’s U.S. attorney

COLUMBIA — Bryan Stirling is officially the state’s U.S. attorney after a vote to confirm him succeeded Thursday evening. The U.S. Senate  voted 53-43  along party lines to make … more
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1 dead after I-26 West Columbia area crash Dec. 17

Daniel James White, 60, of Landrum, S.C., has been identified by Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher as the person who died in the Dec. 17 Interstate 26 on-ramp collision.  The … more
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Lexington man killed, another injured in head-on collision Dec. 20

Michael Leon Rather, 62, of Lexington, has been identified by Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher as the person who died in a head-on collision on Saturday, Dec. 20.  The two-vehicle … more
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Gaston man charged with threatening Newberry County official

A Gaston man was charged and taken into custody after allegedly threatening a Newberry County official, authorities said. Levar Markeith Kenderson, 38, was charged Dec. 15 in connection with a … more
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Lexington County man charged after child sexual abuse material found

A Gaston man was arrested in connection with the sexual exploitation of minors following an investigation prompted by a CyberTipline report. According to investigators, the report led … more
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Scoop of Heaven’s 2nd location to open in Lexington

Scoop of Heaven is planning to open its second location at 312 Columbia Ave. in Lexington, near Clutch Coffee. Set to open in Lexington in summer 2026, the ice cream shop’s first location is … more
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Dutch Bros Coffee to open in Irmo

Dutch Bros Coffee, a drive-thru chain known for its coffee, energy drinks, tea and more, is planning a location in Irmo. The shop is set to be built on Broad River Road, between Wendy’s and … more
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Special elections to fill 3 Statehouse seats include replacement for RJ May

COLUMBIA — Voters in parts of Lexington, Greenville, and Spartanburg counties will fill three vacancies in the Statehouse on Tuesday. But ballots for only one of the three special elections … more
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Locally-owned smoothie bowl cafe coming to Lexington early 2026, reflecting acai’s growing popularity

The Daily Blend will open Jan. 5 near Lowe’s Foods at 5230 Sunset Blvd. The smoothie cafe will occupy the former Clean Juice storefront, located between Club Pilates and Orangetheory Fitness. The … more
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Cold, Cold, Cold

A 13-year relationship was dying. The song seemed written for us. Here comes one of those songs that arrives at a hurtful time. You grieve, heal, stumble into new entanglements, regret and vow never … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: A teen’s daring 'date' with the King of Hollywood

A new word was entering America’s vocabulary 90 years ago: teenagers. True, adolescents have been around since the dawn of time. But surprisingly, they weren’t called “teenagers” until … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Dec. 25

FRIDAY, DEC. 26 Wild Lights Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (500 Wildlife Pkwy.) invites you and the kids to enjoy Wild Lights. Take a walk through the zoo and check out more than 60 … more
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Lexington 4 breaks ground on Frances Mack Intermediate School renovations

Lexington County School District Four held a groundbreaking ceremony at Frances Mack Intermediate School for renovations and additions aimed at helping meet the school’s current needs. … more
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Lexington 1 parents raise concerns over grading and testing

Parents at a recent Lexington County School District One board meeting raised concerns about grading and the fast-paced learning environment their children are facing in schools.  In … more
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: John Lastinger for S.C. House endorsement

Dear Editor, John Adams wrote, "public Virtue cannot exist in a Nation without (private virtue), and public Virtue is the only Foundation of Republics." He meant that Virtue is derived from a … more
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Take a look at Christmas in Batesburg

Christmas in Batesburg was held on Sunday, December 14 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Batesburg business district. Many of the businesses were open to celebrate … more
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Cayce police announce arrest of man wanted in connection with 2021 homicide

An individual wanted in connection with a Cayce homicide that happened in 2021 has been arrested. According to the City of Cayce Police Department, Alberto Osorio Mendoza, the individual taken … more
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Lexington County Animal Services to host 'Meet Santa Paws' event Dec. 21

Have a pup that has been wanting to meet Santa? Lexington County Animal Services will host a Meet Santa Paws event on Sunday, Dec. 21.   Beginning at 11 a.m. and going until noon at … more
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3 Lexington County towns celebrate Arbor Day with tree plantings

The towns of Irmo, Lexington and Batesburg-Leesville each celebrated Arbor Day by planting trees earlier this month. Arbor Day honors the planting, care and preservation of trees.  South … more
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15 tons of illegal products seized in ‘Ganjapreneur’ investigation, authorities announce

COLUMBIA — Authorities seized more than 30,000 pounds of marijuana joints, edibles and various other THC products sold illegally in South Carolina stores as part of a drug trafficking investigation … more
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