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Looking back: Batesburg-Leesville Mayor Lancer Shull reflects on 8 years in office

After eight years as mayor of the Town of Batesburg-Leesville, Lancer Shull is approaching the end of his term. He is not running for re-election.  Born and raised in Missouri, Shull moved to … more
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Sons of late Chapin mayor endorse candidates

Chris and Ryan Koon, the sons of late Chapin Mayor Al Koon, have released a statement regarding the upcoming Nov. 4 town election. Koon, first elected mayor in 2021, died Oct. 17, surrounded by … more
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Mental Health Matters: Social media’s impact on youth mental health

When I think of technology, I often think of my maternal grandfather, who was born in the first decade of the 1900s.  He was born, raised and lived on the prairie of the central United … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: Unsinkable Sam, the world’s luckiest cat

You’ve heard about the Unsinkable Molly Brown, the brassy, nouveau riche millionaire miner’s wife who made it safely off the sinking Titanic. As incredible as that was, she had nothing on … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Oct. 30

FRIDAY, OCT. 31 Irmo Trunk or Treat Moore Park (7473 Church St.) hosts the Irmo Trunk or Treat on Halloween. Bring the kids for this safe, family-friendly event with candy, costumes and … more
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Here are the unofficial results from the District 88 election

The results are in for the vacant South Carolina House District 88 seat, which covers parts of Lexington County.  Former Rep. RJ May, a West Columbia Republican, held the seat, but resigned … more
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Of the five candidates for election to three seats on the Lexington Town Council, three are incumbents, two of whom are Todd Carnes, on Council for 11 years and Mayor Pro Tem Ron Williams for 11. In … more
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Ex-Rep. RJ May failed to pay income taxes for years, SC House Ethics investigation finds

COLUMBIA — Investigators could find no evidence former Rep. RJ May paid taxes for himself or his campaign consulting business during at least three of the years he spent in the House of … more
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Lexington man dead after I-20 accident Oct. 20

George Woodrow Stoudemire III, 55, of Lexington, has been identified as the person who died in a single-vehicle crash on Oct. 20 at 6:12 a.m.  The accident occurred near the 42-mile marker … more
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Cayce's ‘Tales on the Trails’ event happening Oct. 25

Families and residents of all ages are invited to attend Tales on the Trails event on Friday, Oct. 25, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Granby Gardens Park, 1800 12th St.  The event will feature … more
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1 dead, 1 injured in Lexington County house fire Oct. 14

Donna Jones Hunter, 66, of Lexington, has been identified as the woman who died in a house fire, according to Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher.  The fire occurred at 6 a.m. on Oct. … more
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Lake Murray Dam named Historic Civil Engineering Landmark

Lake Murray Dam has been recognized as a Historic Civil Engineering Landmark by Dominion Energy and the American Society of Civil Engineers, joining fewer than 300 sites worldwide to receive the … more
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Grand Slam at The Lex featured Palmetto Championship Wrestling for a unique event

The Lexington County Blowfish and Palmetto Championship Wrestling partnered on Friday, Oct. 17, to bring locals an exciting event. “For years, PCW has been the place where fans see … more
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Did you watch the Lexington Town Council forum? Here’s some additional information on topics discussed

Lexington Town Council’s attendance at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s July 2025 annual meeting, town staff raises and bonuses, candidates’ roles on the Central … more
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Lexington-Richland 5 awarded $30K for Lake Murray Elementary sensory room

Jordan Nelson, a certified occupational therapy assistant with Lexington-Richland School District Five, received a $30,000 grant from Leo’s Pride Foundation.  “I just want to … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Oct. 23

FRIDAY, OCT. 24 Tokyo Joe 5 th Annual Fundraiser (benefit concert) Popular local rockers Tokyo Joe return to the Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) for the fifth annual edition of their … more
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S.C. Ethics Commission upholds ruling against Batesburg-Leesville mayor

The state Ethics Commission has upheld a decision that found Batesburg-Leesville Mayor Lancer Shull guilty of state ethics law violations. Shull must now pay $1,300, which includes a reduced … more
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Chapin Mayor Al Koon dies at 74

Described in his obituary as a “man of service in many ways,” Chapin’s mayor, Albert “Al” R. Koon, Jr., 74, died on Oct. 17, a few days after it was announced he would … more
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Chapin mayor to enter hospice care

The Town of Chapin announced that Mayor Al Koon will enter hospice care in a recent Facebook post.  “Mayor Koon has devoted many years of unwavering service to the people of … more
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Lexington County man charged with carrying weapon on college campus

Jimmy Lee Thompson, Jr., 18, of West Columbia, has been charged with carrying a weapon on school property by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).  Thompson was arrested … more
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Irmo launches interactive map showcasing economic development projects

Residents of Irmo can now explore all the developments and projects across town through a new interactive economic development map powered by Google Earth.  The tool allows users to … more
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Nearly 30 Lexington County officials endorse Alan Wilson for governor

Twenty-eight Lexington County officials have announced their endorsement of Attorney General Alan Wilson for governor of South Carolina. The group includes mayors, town officials and county council … more
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Voodoo Brewing in downtown Lexington to open Oct. 18

Voodoo Brewing, located at 102 W. Main St., Suite A in downtown Lexington, will open its doors to the public on Saturday, Oct. 18.  The brewery’s menu will feature pretzels, nachos, … more
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UPDATED: Mission Lexington to expand services with new facility

Almost every crevice of Mission Lexington’s current home at 216 Harmon St. is flooded with pantry items, home essentials, clothes, pet food and more, each destined to find the hands of … more
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Village Square Theatre has worked to bring the arts alive for 65 years

Sixty-five years ago, some parents in Lexington wanted a variety of productive activities for their children. What began as the Lexington County Recreation Committee, where kids could participate in … more
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