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Sumter County chosen for Murdaugh retrial

Alex Murdaugh’s double-murder retrial scheduled for April 2027 will be held in Sumter County, the presiding judge ordered today, Tuesday, Sept. 8. The new courthouse venue, in the town of Sumter, … more
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Red Cross schedules blood drives in Lexington County

The American Red Cross urges people not to wait to make a lifesaving impact this fall by scheduling a blood or platelet donation appointment in September. The blood supply remains vulnerable after … more
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Dominion Energy to lower Lake Murray water level this fall

In consultation with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, Dominion Energy says it will begin a drawdown of Lake Murray this … more
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Builders break ground on 2nd ‘Michael’s House’ charity home

The Mungo Homes Foundation, with the support of Mungo Homes and McGuinn Homes, broke ground Monday, Sept. 8 on the second annual Michael’s House, a home built for charity in the Canary Woods … more
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Lexington County student awarded Oklahoma State scholarship

STILLWATER, Okla. — A Lexington County student was honored by the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture on Tuesday, Sept. 1, with academic scholarship support for the 2026-27 … more
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How many South Carolina college grads stay in state for work?

COLUMBIA — Over the past decade and a half, more than 60% of South Carolina college graduates went to work in the Palmetto State in the year after receiving their diploma. But by year three, … more
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Here’s what happened to the late Sen. Graham’s leftover campaign dollars

COLUMBIA — As Sen. Darline Graham prepares to take on Democrat Annie Andrews in November to keep the seat for the next six years, she’ll do so having inherited much of her late brother’s … more
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ACLU can share execution records already made public, SC Supreme Court says

COLUMBIA — A civil rights group can’t face punishment for releasing certain information about the execution process, the state Supreme Court said Wednesday. The opinion from the state’s … more
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LEXINGTON HAPPENINGS: ‘Week of Restaurants’ and a fond farewell to Dolly Parton

Heat and football dominated the news last week. Above-normal temperatures, including humidity, were an everyday occurrence. We were most thankful for a shower or two. Even breaking records … more
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Lexington teen plays Carnegie Hall concert

How do you get to Carnegie Hall? A classic joke substitutes “Practice, practice, practice” for turn-by-turn directions to the Manhattan mainstay, but River Bluff High School freshman … more
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Chapin draws Labor Day crowd

Thousands of people flocked to downtown Chapin to celebrate the unofficial end of summer with a Labor Day parade on Monday, Sept. 7, capping off the three-day Chapin Labor Day Weekend Celebration. … more

Pumpkin cheese ball a centerpiece for tabletop or buffet

This is a delicious, seasonal cheese ball that features some unusual ingredients as well as those you would expect. This will serve up to 24 and is something you can make a few days ahead. … more
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GILBERT NEWS: Lake Murray VFW plans Karen Zaledzieski fundraiser

A special fundraiser and dinner will be given by Lake Murray VFW Post 6740 for Karen Zaledzieski on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. Karen Zaledzieski is a member of the VFW Post 6740 Auxiliary. … more
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District celebrates wall-raiser ceremony at Nursery Road Elementary

Lexington-Richland School District Five celebrated a wall-raiser ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 4 at Nursery Road Elementary School-Arts Magnet in Irmo. The renovation project will enclose existing … more
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PELION NEWS: Make plans to attend annual Pelion Peanut Party

The 45th annual Pelion Peanut Party will be held Nov. 6-7. Applications are now available for craft and business vendors. Email peanutpartycrafters@gmail.com for your application. All information you … more
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NFL star boosts Irmo schools with $30K donation

Lexington-Richland School District Five students and staff received an unforgettable surprise when former Irmo Yellow Jacket and current Seattle Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori returned to his … more
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Wood Elementary marks 50-year milestone

Herbert A. Wood Elementary School in West Columbia is marking a big milestone this year, and the community will have a chance to join in. The school will celebrate its 50th year as a place where … more
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Irmo High student council launches suicide prevention awareness campaign

The Irmo High School Student Council is recognizing Suicide Prevention Month throughout September with a series of Wellness Wednesday activities designed to increase student awareness of suicide … more
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SC troopers ramp up DUI enforcement ahead of Labor Day weekend

COLUMBIA — With increased traffic expected on roadways over the Labor Day weekend, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is stepping up enforcement and education efforts to save lives as … more
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Register by Saturday for 2026 Lake Sweep/River Sweep

Registration is due Saturday, Sept. 5 to get a T-shirt and participate in Lake Sweep/River Sweep, an annual cleanup of Lake Murray and surrounding waterways. This event is coordinated by Keep … more
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‘Guns to garden tools’ firearm disposal event planned

Owners of unwanted firearms will have a chance to see how they can be turned into garden tools, art and jewelry at a free “Guns to Gardens” event on Saturday, Sept. 26. Hosted by McGregor … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: Sex scandal deployed to blackmail blind senator

Sex, scandal and politics have been an unholy trinity throughout America’s history since day one. In 1792, three members of Congress quietly investigated Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton’s … more
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COMMENTARY: Drinks with Buffalo Bill

I’ve drifted far from home ... Dearly Departed, they call this Denver bar. With good reason. Joseph Bona pumped embalming fluid into Buffalo Bill here. Plus, they sold caskets in this bar once upon … more
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Murdaugh’s defense eyes Midlands as venue for double-murder retrial

Alex Murdaugh’s defense team has shifted its focus on the Midlands as a venue for the disgraced attorney’s murder retrial given the judge’s apprehension over its Charleston County … more
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USC enrollment nears 42,000 at flagship campus

The University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus is welcoming thousands of new college students from across South Carolina, the nation and the world.  With an increase in overall enrollment, … more
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