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For Fulmer Middle’s 8th grade families, planning for future begins now

For Fulmer Middle School eighth graders and their families, the future is here — and there’s no time like the present to plan for it. That was the goal of the West Columbia school’s Eighth … more
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School District 5 plans career, tech talent summit, CATS open house

School District Five Career and Technical Education will host a Talent Summit for businesses and community organizations from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15. The event will provide an … more
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Cayce assistant principal represents South Carolina in Mrs. American event

Cayce Elementary Assistant Principal Ashley Caulder is representing her state as Mrs. South Carolina American in the Mrs. American competition. For Caulder, the opportunity to represent South … more
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Lexington teen featured on Times Square billboards

A picture of Lexington teen Dylan “Pickles” Morton is scheduled to appear in Times Square on Saturday, Sept. 12, as part of the annual National Down Syndrome Society Times Square Video … more
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Coroner identifies pedestrian killed in Cayce crash

Authorities have identified a 37-year-old Cayce woman as the victim struck and killed by a car in an Aug. 23 hit-and-run crash. Janyne Renee Mbeng, 37, was walking in the road when a vehicle … more
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Mission Lexington breaks ground on new campus

Mission Lexington ceremonially broke ground on its North Lake Street campus Friday, Aug. 28. "This day represents far more than the start of a construction project," Amy Reeves, CEO of Mission … more
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Lexington Chamber honors Blowfish owners

Whether it’s becoming Coastal Plain League champions and hoisting the Petit Cup or launching Lexington’s popular Shamrock Parade, Lexington County Blowfish owner Bill Shanahan attributes his … more
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MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS: Delving further into neurodivergence and mental well-being

In my last column, I shared a general overview of neurodivergence, sensory processing disorders and mental health. Today, I want to look at how these conditions can lead to the classification of a … more
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GILBERT NEWS: September is Library Card Sign-Up Month

A library card hits all the right notes! September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. Kelly R. Poole, director of the Lexington County Library, said libraries are for everyone and that this year’s … more
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Cocktail sandwiches: A Charleston recipe circa 1960

These are wonderful small-bite sandwiches that are easy to make and a hit with everyone. There are various recipes for Charleston cocktail sandwiches , some of which I have shared in this column … more
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Artist visits Cayce as city moves forward with SC’s 1st troll installation

The city of Cayce welcomed internationally recognized artist Thomas Dambo last weekend as the city moves into the next phase of bringing South Carolina’s first Thomas Dambo troll installation to … more
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As $2.7B interchange project advances, federal officials praise SC for clearing up congestion

LEXINGTON — A major Columbia-area interchange project to unsnarl a notorious bottleneck is a prime example of the work states should be doing to improve roadways, a federal highway official said … more
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Removal of sugary snacks and drinks from SC grocery benefits delayed after court order

COLUMBIA — South Carolinians who use grocery assistance can continue to buy candy, sodas and other sugary drinks until at least November following a federal court decision voiding the program in … more
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SC legislators approve $350M in earmarks, agree to changes next year

COLUMBIA — The General Assembly  passed a deal Aug. 25 spending $350 million on a long list  of legislator-sponsored spending that includes parks, building renovations, water and sewer … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: One businessman’s loss saved countless lives

Not all pain is equal. Some hurts cut deeper, burn hotter than others. Yet more than 100 years ago, one man reached beyond his own suffering and found a way to spare others his experience. This is … more
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Knife, gun found days apart at middle school

Authorities say two Carolina Springs Middle School students were caught with weapons on school grounds in the same week, a frequency that Superintendent Keith Price called “concerning.” … more
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District 5 holds Harbison-West Elementary wall-raiser ceremony

Lexington-Richland School District Five celebrated a wall-raiser ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 27 at Harbison West Elementary School Gifted and Talent Development Magnet. The renovation project … more
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Labor Day festival salutes USA at 250

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, the town of Chapin invites residents and visitors to join the 2026 Labor Day Weekend Celebration scheduled Saturday, Sept. 5 through Monday, … more
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College Plan announces 10 new $1K academic scholarships

The College Plan has announced the launch of the all-new Bob & Yvonne Maris National Scholarships for the 2026- 27 academic year, expanding opportunities for students pursuing higher education … more
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Lexington country singer snags Josie Music Awards nomination

Country artist Catoe White of Lexington has earned a nomination at the 2026 Josie Music Awards for his single “90 Something Country,” which has been named a nominee for Song of the Year – … more
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2 District 5 schools earn Magnet Schools of America recertification

Two Lexington-Richland School District Five schools have received national recertification by Magnet Schools of America, the national association for magnet and theme-based schools. H.E. Corley … more
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Irmo Middle honors chorus selected to perform at Columbia conference

The Irmo Middle School Honors Chorus has been selected to perform as a featured ensemble at the South Carolina Music Educators Association’s Professional Development Conference in Columbia on Feb. … more
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LETTER: County’s land sale ignores Chapin residents’ concerns

Chapin residents spoke — clearly and repeatedly. They showed up. They participated in good faith. They voiced serious concerns about the future of their community. Yet, five members of the … more
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PELION NEWS: Attend public hearing on Pelion’s comprehensive plan

Mark the date on your calendar: On Monday, Sept. 21 at 6 p.m., there will be a public hearing on the 10-year comprehensive plan for the town of Pelion. This is the plan that guides Pelion’s future … more
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3 USC grads start policing career together in Lexington County

Every year, thousands of students walk across the stage at the University of South Carolina and step into the job market. Most head for offices. A few head somewhere very different. This spring, … more
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