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Mental Health Matters: Stages of change

Each January, millions of people think about setting one or more goals to accomplish in the new year. Reaching these goals usually requires some sort of behavior change, if not a series of changes, … more
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Lexington's Paw Park aims to provide a controlled environment for area dogs and their owners

Looking for a place to exercise and socialize your furry friend in Lexington County? Here’s the paw-fect spot. The Paw Park, which opened in 2014, is located at 989 Hendrix St. in … more
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Local literacy nonprofit makes adult education more accessible than ever

COLUMBIA, S.C. - Each week in Richland, Lexington and Aiken Counties, adults quietly seek help with a skill many take for granted - reading. Some have hidden their struggles for decades before taking … more
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Prepare for the cold with winter tips from local, state agencies

We're in for a cold winter. And for South Carolina, that's a rarity. Ordinarily, temperatures are warmer in the Palmetto State, allowing residents to enjoy all the winter festivities in light … more
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People are moving to South Carolina from these places

South Carolina is attracting Americans from other states, with a net gain of nearly 33,000 households in just one year, according to the latest tax return data from the IRS. This accounts for 101,296 … more
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Riverbanks Zoo Free Fridays for Richland, Lexington County residents is back

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is bringing back free Fridays for residents of Richland and Lexington counties starting Jan. 3. Residents of both counties can receive free general daytime admission … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Jan. 9

FRIDAY, JAN. 10 Wild Lights The Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (500 Wildlife Pkwy.) invites you and the kids to take a post-holiday spin through their Wild Lights display. From polar bears to … more
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Collaboration and Progress: A year of collaboration and success for our town

It’s hard to believe that one year has already passed since I was elected and sworn in as your Mayor. Since taking office, I set out to foster a spirit of collaboration and bring Council … more
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Public is asked to provide input on water resource planning at WaterSC Listening Session

COLUMBIA - South Carolina residents are invited to attend an upcoming WaterSC listening session to provide input about protecting and managing the state's natural water resources. Public engagement … more
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How do school boards work?

School boards have been established since the 1600s, with community members overseeing the education experience for students, educators, staff and administrators. Meeting once a month, occasionally … more
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There is a growing demand for special education teachers

Special education teachers play a vital role in helping students with disabilities in achieving their academic, social and emotional success. Despite their crucial role, these positions are often … more
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Lexington 2 to host recruitment fair Jan. 14

Lexington Two will be hosting its annual recruitment fair on Jan. 14, offering individuals the opportunity to explore teaching career options in the district. The event will take place from 4 … more
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Lexington 1 to partner with Be SMART campaign to promote gun safety

At a recent Lexington One board meeting members approved Superintendent Gerrita Postlewait’s signing of a memorandum of understanding with the be SMART campaign. A memorandum is … more
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1 dead in single-vehicle accident on Charleston Highway

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the man killed in a single-vehicle crash that took place in the 2500 block of Charleston Highway. Terry Wainwright Mitchell Jr., 48, of … more
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SLED charges 2 in Lexington County with vehicle fraud

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division has charged Jack Randolph Ward Jr., 43, with 22 counts of forgery on Dec. 10, 2024. Denisse Clavijo, 25, was also charged with criminal conspiracy on … more
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Child killed in Harbison Boulevard shooting

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the identity of a child who was shot inside a vehicle on Dec. 24 in the 200 block of Harbison Boulevard in the Columbia area. Jah’el … more
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1 dead in Fish Hatchery Road vehicle accident

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the victim of a two-vehicle crash on Fish Hatchery Road in the Gaston area of Lexington County. William Frederick Orris, 73, of Gaston, … more
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Lexington County schools have lots of safety measures in place

Conversations focused on the safety of students, staff and administration have become prevalent across the United States... CNN reported … more
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Lexington 1 Educational Foundation reflects on 2024 successes

The Lexington One Educational Foundation is expressing gratitude and reflecting on its achievements throughout 2024. On Oct. 24, the foundation held its Golf Tournament, where participants … more
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Lexington-Richland 5 teacher named S.C. Financial Literacy educator of the month

Lexington-Richland District Five teacher Gayle Whitlock has been named the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the month by State Treasurer Curtis Loftis. … more
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Lexington women's shelter reopens with upgrades

Christ Central Ministries announced the reopening of its women’s transitional shelter, Samaritan's Well. Based in the heart of Lexington, Samaritan's Well has served the Midlands for over … more
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Beautiful Detritus

Why Do Homes Become Abandoned? Driving the backroads I see many an abandoned home. I feel a strange mix of sadness, admiration, and mystery when I happen upon forsaken homes. I get curious too. … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: The Jewish man who created a Christmas classic

You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen. And yes, you still recall the most famous reindeer of all. But how did that red-nosed misfit become a key character in Yuletide celebrations? He … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Jan. 2

FRIDAY, JAN. 3 Wild Lights The Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (500 Wildlife Pkwy.) invites you and the kids to take a post-holiday spin through their Wild Lights display. From polar bears to … more
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ALA student leadership team honors fallen heroes

The American Leadership Academy (ALA) Lexington Student Leadership Team (SLT) participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at Fort Jackson National Cemetery to honor fallen service members. These … more
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