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Over 100 new jobs to come to Lexington County after 2 economic development projects approved

A heating, ventilation and air conditioning solutions company headquartered in North Carolina has been approved to build a new facility in Lexington County, expanding its existing operations and … more
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Lexington County led S.C. in number of criminal sexual contact cases, 2024 SLED report shows

The 2024 Crime in South Carolina Annual Report, released this month from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, details crime statistics reported by law enforcement agencies throughout the … more
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Town of Lexington looks to set standards for park safety

Some of the parks within the Town of Lexington may undergo some rule and regulation changes.  “ … more
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Wreaths Across America at Fort Jackson honored local veterans

Remember the Fallen, Honor those who Serve and Teach our children the value of Freedom. The 17th annual Fort Jackson National Cemetery Wreaths Across America Ceremony was held on Saturday, Dec. … more
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Lexington-Richland 5 reveals new Dutch Fork Elementary School plans

After 68.54% of Lexington County voters approved a $240 million bond referendum in 2024 for Lexington-Richland School District Five, board members received project updates, including plans for the … more
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Mental Health Matters: Parenting types and what we know about them

Our knowledge of human behavior is expanding all the time. Science opens new knowledge every day. At other times, research findings appear to proclaim the obvious, what most people find to be common … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: How a Jewish man created a Christmas classic

You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen. And yes, you still recall the most famous reindeer of all. But how did that red-nosed misfit become a principal character in Yuletide … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Dec. 18

FRIDAY, DEC. 19 Candy Cane Hunt Bring the kids to Crooked Creek Park (1098 Old Lexington Hwy.) for some holiday fun with a candy cane hunt. Santa and his elves are hiding candy canes all around … more
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1 officer struck by vehicle, 2 people shot in Batesburg-Leesville officer-involved shooting

An officer with the Batesburg-Leesville Police Department was hit by a car, and the two people in the car were shot after attempting to drive away during a traffic stop in Lexington County, according … more
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S.C. governor halts carve outs for minority-owned businesses in state agency contracts

COLUMBIA — South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster signed an executive order last week aimed at ending quotas in state law regarding contracts for minority-owned businesses, citing Trump … more
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S.C. parks department asks for $186M in ‘generational’ upgrades to keep up with demand

COLUMBIA — The state parks department is asking legislators for nearly $186 million to fund sprawling upgrades and renovations in what the agency’s director described as “a … more
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CAE expands checkpoint

Columbia Metropolitan Airport has expanded its checkpoint from two lanes to four lanes of screening, along with several new amenity rooms.  In addition, passengers can now access a business … more
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Cayce has new city attorney and assistant city manager

James Smith has been appointed as the new city attorney for the City of Cayce, bringing over three decades of experience, managing civil, business, real estate, land use, construction and … more
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SCDPH offers tips after rabid raccoon discovered in Lexington County

After a rabid raccoon was confirmed in Lexington County earlier this month, the South Carolina Department of Public Health shared safety guidance and said rabies is regularly found in wildlife, … more
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Lexington County Museum to host Christmas open house

The Lexington County Museum will host its annual Christmas Open House, allowing guests to experience Christmas traditions of the past.  The event will take place Sunday, Dec. 14, from 1 to … more
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District 88 special election set for Dec. 23

Republican John Lastinger and Democrat Joseph “Chuck” Hightower will face each other on Dec. 23 for the vacant District 88 seat, which covers parts of Lexington County.  The … more
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Here are some 2024 Lexington County crime statistics from SLED

The 2024 Crime in South Carolina Annual Report was released this month from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, detailing crime statistics reported by law enforcement agencies throughout the … more
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Chapin’s former Lake Murray Golf Center now open as BoHo Links

The community already knows Chapin native Benjamin Hooker through his Lexington restaurant, BoHo Pizza. Now, community members are additionally embracing his newest venture: BoHo Links. Formerly … more
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Annual Lexington Christmas Parade ushered in holiday spirit

Thousands attended the annual Lexington Christmas parade. The parade began at 3 p.m. Most of the attendees were wrapped in warm blankets. The Lions Club gave out free hot chocolate, which warmed … more
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Chapin eliminates town administrator position

In a special-called meeting, the town of Chapin council unanimously approved removing the town administrator role, a position held by Nicholle Burroughs since 2022. The town administrator was … more
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Off-leash dog park and sports bar to open in Lexington

Named after two four-legged friends, Macie and Milo’s Brew Pup is set to open March 1, 2026, offering off-leash dog parks, lawn games, drinks, food trucks and more.  “I began … more
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Dutch Fork Elementary awarded grant to support environmental projects

Dutch Fork Elementary School Academy of Environment Sciences recently received a $1,000 grant to use towards their school gardens and nature trail. The mini-grant provided by the Richland Soil … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: A jockey’s wild finish

It started pretty much like any other Monday at Long Island’s Belmont Park outside New York City. The weather was warming up as the annual spring horse racing season was winding down, tempting … more
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Column: Reflections on Christmas

Thanksgiving is over and now we are moving on to Christmas. Presents, Parties, Friends and Family - all kinds of Christmas cheer. We must remember: A family who was poor and trying to find … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Dec. 11

FRIDAY, DEC. 12 The Two Claras (play) The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College Blvd.) and Columbia City Jazz invite you to a delightful re-telling of “The … more
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