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Irmo event aims to encourage empathy using role-play Aug. 5

Community members are invited to take part in Empathy in Action: A Walk in Our Shoes, a role-play simulation designed to deepen understanding of the challenges faced by individuals dealing with … more
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Batesburg-Leesville Brew Fest happening Aug. 9

A new summer event featuring craft beer, food trucks, live music and vendors is set to debut Aug. 9 in downtown Batesburg-Leesville. The inaugural Batesburg-Leesville Brew Fest will take place … more
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Former Columbia PD officer charged with impersonating a SLED agent booked in Lexington County

David Stuckey, 77, of Lexington County, has been charged with two counts of impersonating a law enforcement officer. Arrested on July 24 and booked into the Lexington County Detention Center, … more
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Lexington’s Todd Carnes will run for re-election to town council

Town of Lexington Councilman Todd Carnes will run for another term on town council, a seat he first took up more than 10 years ago. He told the Chronicle the biggest highlights from his current … more
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Lake Murray may be source of infection that led to Midlands child’s death

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) was made aware of one case of Naegleria fowleri in the Midlands region the week of July 7. The exposure to the organism likely … more
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Cemeteries beneath Lake Murray holding Lexington history honored on land with memorials

Lake Murray is affectionately known as the sparkling gem of the Midlands. Aside from attracting water lovers, boat enthusiasts and avid fishers, Lake Murray is also valued for the history she keeps … more
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West Columbia considers ‘3RVRS’ brand to boost tourism, economic development across Midlands

West Columbia City Council held a special meeting on July 21 to discuss a proposed brand for the Columbia area with the goal of attracting tourism and economic development. Midlands Business … more
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Swansea's new mural is the 1st in a Keep the Midlands Beautiful project series

If you plan to visit or reside in Swansea, you’ll find a new mural created in collaboration with the “#DoBeautifulThings” campaign from Keep the Midlands Beautiful. Funded … more
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The songs of summer

Nature blessed my boyhood summers with music. Cicadas’ rising-falling singsong gave days rhythm. Katydids chimed in evenings with a nightshift song backed by cricket twitter. The call of a … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: Bread’s big break

We must confess, right at the start, this summer has been overflowing with so much big news that we missed it. We just plain missed it. Sliced Bread Day has come and gone. It probably … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of July 31

FRIDAY, AUG. 1 Kylie Sackley & Kenny Foster (concert) The “Nashville Nights” concert series rolls on at Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St.). The shows are dedicated to rising … more
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SCDOT Commission approves updates to bridge program with additional $200 million in funding; 5 bridges in Lexington County included

COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission approved updates to the bridge program, including directing an additional $200 million to bridges following the … more
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Centerville Elementary School welcomes new principal

Centerville Elementary School has announced Lauren Vann as its new principal, bringing in over a decade of experience to the role.  Vann’s appointment was officially approved by the … more
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Mayor's Uplift Initiative in Irmo helps families in need

Town of Irmo Mayor Bill Danielson has partnered with the Irmo Police Department Community Foundation for a new initiative that has already raised $70,000. The new … more
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Lexington-Richland 5 plans ahead amid federal funding delays

At a recent board meeting, Superintendent Akil E. Ross said more than $680,000 in federal funding could be withheld from Lexington-Richland School District Five. During the 2024-25 school year, the district received … more
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Lexington Tap House closes after 2 months in business

Lexington Tap House, formerly known as Krafty Draft, has closed its doors.  “ We made the difficult decision to close Lexington Tap House as of yesterday,” the business … more
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Cayce Police Department to host Back-to-School Bash July 31

The Cayce Police Department will host its free Back-to-School Bash on Wednesday, July 31, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, located at 1804 Wilkerson St. in Cayce.  The … more
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Dining on the Dam rescheduled for Sept. 21

Presented by Palmetto Renovations, Dining on the Dam is set to return Sunday, Sept. 21, for an evening of community, cuisine and entertainment. Originally scheduled for April, the event was … more
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7K Native American artifacts documented, studied at Cayce Museum

The Cayce Historical Museum has completed an extensive inventory of more than 7,000 Native American artifacts, a project that began last spring.  Elizabeth Lumsden, the museum’s … more
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Prisma Health Urgent Care opens in West Columbia

Community members gathered to celebrate the opening of the new Prisma Health Urgent Care, located at 2510 Augusta Rd. in West Columbia near the Walmart Supercenter and I-26. According to a … more
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Rotary Club of Lexington announces annual golf tournament Sept. 8

The Rotary Club of Lexington announced the return of the Frank Mogan Cup Golf Tournament, which brings together golfers, sponsors and community members.  The event will be held Monday, … more
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New craft shop opens in Irmo

A new arts and crafts store, Searsport Rug Hooking, has officially opened its doors in Irmo.  The shop is located inside the Big Red Barn, formerly Bechman’s Barn, at 1751 Kennerly … more
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Lexington’s Gavin Smith to seek 2nd term on town council

The Town of Lexington’s youngest councilmember, Gavin Smith, is running for reelection. It’s been more than two years since he was elected to his seat in a special election at age 31 … more
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Town of Lexington coloring contest lets kids get to know the town

Lexington town council member Gavin J. Smith is inviting children to show off their artistic talents in a fun, community contest. Smith has created a Town of Lexington Coloring Book, with each … more
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Lexington 2 administrator receives national award

Angela Cooper, Lexington County School District Two’s chief human resource and organizational development officer, has won the 2025 Herb Salinger Personnel Administrator of the Year Award. … more
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