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Lexington’s beloved camel, Abraham, dies at 29

Lexington’s furry icon, Father Abraham the Camel, passed away on Oct. 7 following surgery for an intestinal blockage.  Abraham was the only camel resident of Lexington County, … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: Urban myths and a boy called Beaver

Exactly 68 years ago this month, Americans were introduced to an everyday kid. While TV viewers loved Lucy, the same eventually proved true for plain, impish Theodore “Beaver” Cleaver. … more
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COLUMN: Lexington’s pickiest eaters take on Southern Living’s No. 1 pick for best BBQ joint in the South 2025

Southerners pride themselves on their cooking, especially when it comes to barbecue. Having lived in South Carolina my whole life, I’ve had my fair share of “the best” barbecue over … more
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Cayce settles 4-year legal battle over revoked permit

Cayce City Council met on Oct. 7 to confirm the membership of its election commission, and to settle a four-year legal battle over a permit revocation. A real estate broker and owner of a … more
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Lexington 4 Early Childhood Center shows academic growth

Lexington County School District Four’s Early Childhood Center highlighted students' academic growth at a board meeting, showing gains in reading and math. While there isn’t much … more
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What to know about the upcoming District 88 election

A special election for the South Carolina House District 88 seat, which covers parts of Lexington County, is coming up, with four Republican candidates and one Democrat having filed to run.  The seat became vacant after former … more
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Alternative certification programs open new doors for Lexington County teachers

As schools across the country continue to face teacher shortages, alternative certification programs are helping to fill classrooms, including those in Lexington County schools.  A 2024 … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Oct. 16

FRIDAY, OCT. 17 Boo at the Zoo It's that time again at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (500 Wildlife Pkwy.). That’s right: Boo at the Zoo is back. Bring your costumed kids to Riverbanks’ … more
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Father of slain 22-year-old wants federal prosecutors to handle daughter’s murder case

COLUMBIA — The father of slain 22-year-old Logan Federico — who was murdered in a downtown Columbia neighborhood while visiting with friends at the University of South Carolina — … more
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‘It was very unusual.’ Some Lexington candidates criticize each other at town forum

The Town of Lexington’s five candidates for town council seats on this year’s Nov. 4 ballot spoke to the public about their goals if elected at the Oct. 7 Lexington Town Council Candidate … more
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League of Women Voters promotes VOTE411 for Richland and Lexington counties

The League of Women Voters of the Columbia Area is participating in the national VOTE411 initiative, an online resource that provides voting information for local, state and national elections.  … more
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Irmo to host Trunk-or-Treat Oct. 31

Attention, Halloween lovers! The Irmo Events Committee will host a family-friendly Trunk-or-Treat event on Friday, Oct. 31.   The event begins at 6 p.m. at Moore Park, located at 7473 … more
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Archaeology Fall Field Day to be held Oct. 11

The Archaeological Society of South Carolina will host its annual Archaeology Fall Field Day on Oct. 11 at the Cayce Historical Museum.   The free event will be held from 10 a.m. to … more
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Hooves-on help: Cayce’s miniature therapy horse makes history in Midlands mental health care

Muffin, a miniature therapy horse with the City of Cayce, has joined an initiative to promote emotional wellness and healing at Prisma Health through a partnership with the Cayce Fire … more
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Lexington County 2025 local election candidate Q&As Pt. 3

Election Day is Nov. 4. Early voting for local 2025 races is from Monday, Oct. 20, to Friday, Oct. 31, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lexington County Voter Registration and Election Office, located at … more

Lexington 2 highlights ‘I Love U Guys’ emergency protocols following hazardous material situation in Cayce

After a Lexington County School District Two school underwent a "hold" protocol due to Thursday's hazardous material emergency in Cayce, the district urged parents and the community to learn more … more
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Midlands mother-daughter duo brings gourmet cookies — and a dash of adult humor — to Lexington and beyond

Jessica and Jeneene, a mother-daughter duo, opened The Sweet Spot COLA last year, driven by their shared love of baking. But behind the flour, sugar and eggs lies the story of a man who inspired it … more
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From 86 to 159 spirit rocks: Lexington artist marks 1 year

In June, The Chronicle interviewed Samar Mouawad Harik, a Lexington County resident who had been painting spirit rocks for local schools.  At the time, she had painted 86 rocks. Now, Samar … more
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Lexington-Richland 5 2026-27 rezoning plans include new elementary school

At a recent lunch and learn hosted by Lexington-Richland School District Five, attendees received updates on rezoning plans and bond referendum projects.  The district’s rezoning and … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: How 1 cannon shot changed history

Of all the forgotten tales brought back to life in this column, this one may be the most obscure of all. You’ll have to dig deep into the history books to find it. Though forgotten today, it … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Oct. 9

FRIDAY, OCT. 10 A Night Under the New Moon (ballet) The Lexington Two Performing Arts Center (3205 Platt Springs Rd.) and the Palmetto Ballet Theatre invite you to an enchanting program called … more
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Former Lexington County Rep. RJ May pleads guilty to sending ‘disgusting and depraved’ child sex abuse videos

COLUMBIA — Former Rep. RJ May told a federal judge Monday that he used an account under the name joebidennnn69 to send videos of children being sexually abused. May, acting as his own … more
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Lexington County 2025 local election candidate Q&As Pt. 2

Election Day is Nov. 4. Early voting for local 2025 races is from Monday, Oct. 20, to Friday, Oct. 31, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lexington County Voter Registration and Election Office, located at … more

Lexington County 2025 local elections candidate Q&As Pt. 1

Election Day is Nov. 4. Early voting for local 2025 races is from Monday, Oct. 20, to Friday, Oct. 31, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lexington County Voter Registration and Election Office, located at … more

UPDATED: S.C. rural road safety, paving, bridges, interstates named key pillars in DOT secretary talk in Lexington County

When South Carolina Department of Transportation Secretary Justin Powell spoke to Midlands locals at the Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center Business Over Lunch event on Sept. 29, he provided … more
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