October 1 - October 7, 2026

| 9/3/25 11:14 AM

Wingard Park to open in Lexington County Sept. 5

Wingard Park will open to the public Friday, Sept. 5, offering a place to relax and connect with nature. Located at the intersection of Old Chapin and Old Cherokee roads, the park spans … more

By Sophia Sousa

| 9/3/25 11:13 AM

New Augusta Road collection and recycling center to open Sept. 5 in Lexington County

The new Augusta Road Collection and Recycling Center, located at 4765 Augusta Rd., will open to the public Friday, Sept. 5. The project, first introduced in 2016, has been nearly a decade in the … more

By Sophia Sousa

| 9/3/25 11:07 AM

Meet Lexington Town Council challenger Doug Leonard

The Town of Lexington council race has three incumbents and two faces who may be new to some. First elected over two years ago in a special election, Gavin Smith is running for his first … more

By Bryn Eddy

| 9/2/25 12:47 PM

Meet Lexington Town Council challenger Greg Brewer

The Town of Lexington council race has three incumbents and two faces who may be new to some. First elected over two years ago in a special election, Gavin Smith is running for his first … more

By Bryn Eddy

| 9/2/25 12:44 PM

Chapin Labor Day Festival welcomed great weather and local fun

The Chapin Labor Day Festival began on Saturday, Aug. 30, and continued to Monday, Sept. 1, on Labor Day. The beautiful cooler weather brought out a record number of attendees. Labor Day weekend … more

By Val Augustine

| 9/2/25 11:22 AM

Lexington Town Council incumbent forms steering committee

Election Day is about two months away, and the Town of Lexington has five names in the running for seats on town council. Incumbent Gavin Smith has been on council for a little over two … more

STAFF REPORTS

| 9/1/25 09:29 PM

Cayce declines $21.75M grant application for stormwater infrastructure that would require $7.25M match

Cayce City Council declined to move forward with a hazard mitigation grant application on Aug. 20 that would go towards stormwater infrastructure in the Avenues of Cayce. Council’s decision was … more

By Hayden Davis

| 9/1/25 09:06 PM

Helene repairs now complete, West Columbia Riverwalk now 1 of many good walking trails in Lexington County

The City of West Columbia announced the full re-opening of the West Columbia Riverwalk and Amphitheater just in time for some of the best kind of weather for walking. After repairing … more

By Bryn Eddy

| 9/1/25 04:58 PM

New South Carolina hands-free driving law took effect Sept. 1

South Carolina drivers now must follow a new law that requires them to go completely hands free behind the wheel. The "Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act" was signed into law by Gov. Henry … more

BY ALAYSHA MAPLE alaysha@theitem.com | 9/1/25 02:04 PM

Batesburg-Leesville reviews comprehensive plan amid growth

The Batesburg-Leesville town council and planning commission gathered to revise the current comprehensive plan. The comprehensive plan acts as a guide to help the development of the town and is … more

By Sophia Sousa

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| 9/1/25 01:20 PM

Mental Health Matters: Life balance, Part 2

In “Life balance, Part 1,” I shared with you some thoughts about the challenges of maintaining a balance when life becomes hectic and overwhelming. This week, I will circle back around to … more

By Shirley J. Huisman, MSW, LISW-CP/S, PhD

| 8/31/25 01:00 PM

HOLY COW! HISTORY: Daring Jules’ gift to clothing and song

From the moment he learned to walk, Jules was a daredevil, always pulling off feats of derring-do. He came by it naturally. His father was a gymnastics instructor who also operated a swimming pool in … more

By J. Mark Powell

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| 8/31/25 12:34 PM

Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Sept. 4

FRIDAY, SEPT. 5 Wolfman String Band (concert) Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St.) brings the Wolfman String Band to their Friday night concert stage. The … more

By Vincent Harris

| 8/31/25 12:06 PM

Handgun found in Brookland-Cayce student's backpack, district said

A search of a Lexington County School District Two student's backpack on Friday morning revealed a hand gun, according to a statement from the district. After receiving a tip about it, … more

STAFF REPORTS

| 8/29/25 03:14 PM

Lexington-Richland 5 won’t pay ransom following breach

Lexington-Richland School District Five Superintendent Akil E. Ross said the district will not be paying hackers a ransom who disrupted operations in June. While an investigation is still ongoing into the breach, Superintendent Akil E. Ross, along with Jack Jupin, a security expert, provided more insight on the incident. more

By Sophia Sousa

| 8/29/25 03:01 PM

SCDPS increases DUI enforcement ahead of Labor Day weekend

COLUMBIA- The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) is increasing enforcement and education on impaired driving as part of its Sober or Slammer campaign for Labor Day Weekend. The … more

SCDPS | 8/29/25 12:48 PM

Lexington 1 superintendent shares student growth, opportunities at Lexington Chamber event

Lexington County School District One Superintendent Keith Price highlighted student opportunities when he was the guest speaker at the Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center’s Community Conversations series. more

By Sophia Sousa

| 8/29/25 12:44 PM

Central S.C. Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers to build 2 Cayce houses

Central S.C. Habitat for Humanity is calling on individuals and groups from the community to volunteer in the construction of two new homes for future homeowners Sierra and Ra’Shawn. The … more

By Catharine Barone

| 8/27/25 09:45 AM

New Irmo lice center offers free head checks for teachers during August and September

Carolina Lice Center, Irmo’s newest lice treatment facility, officially opened Aug. 18 and is offering free head checks for teachers during August and September. With the fall school … more

By Catharine Barone

| 8/27/25 09:42 AM

Lexington Police Department begins school zone enforcement campaign

Chief Terreance Green of the Lexington Police Department announced a new weekday enforcement campaign with Lexington County School District One schools within the town of Lexington limits. … more

By Catharine Barone

| 8/27/25 09:36 AM

ElectroWire Medical breaks ground on new Lexington County facility

ElectroWire Medical celebrated the start of construction for its new facility in Lexington with a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, Aug. 18. Founded by local cardiologist, Dr. Robert … more

By Catharine Barone

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| 8/27/25 09:33 AM

Lexington County archer breaks barriers to pioneer inclusion

Carson Vroegindewey raises his arms, draws his Olympic recurve bow and stands still, facing his target, knowing what he has overcome in his young life. ADHD, dyslexia, social anxiety and a … more

By Jacob Phillips

| 8/26/25 03:29 PM

State Department of Natural Resources headquarters now in Lexington County

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources headquarters now officially calls Lexington County home. Gov. Henry McMaster, new SCDNR Director Tom Mullikin and SCDNR Chairman Mark Hartley … more

By Bryn Eddy