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Batesburg-Leesville park to memorialize Black Army vet beaten, blinded by police chief

Small Southern towns are unified by having both good and bad history to look back on. Unlike some others, Batesburg-Leesville is looking to highlight a tragedy in pursuit of change. more

The Catch-Up: Columbia coal tar removed, Burlington store in Lexington sets opening date

Efforts to remove toxic coal tar from the Congaree River running through Columbia and West Columbia have reached their end, and a new discount retailer is set to open in Lexington later this month. more

Months after employees said they weren’t paid, Alodia’s fined by state

Following an exodus this summer that triggered temporary closures – first at its Lexington location, then at its Irmo location – Alodia's Cucina Italiana has been fined for not paying employees. more

Private EMS company contracted by Lexington County responds to DHEC violations

Some Lexington County residents concerned with ambulance response times question the county’s contract with the medical transport company. more

‘Prayer for Israel’ event held by Lexington GOP officials on steps of Statehouse

As Columbia’s Sunday traffic bustled on Gervais Street, dozens of South Carolinians gathered to pray for the nation of Israel in front of the Statehouse.  more

Lexington hires its first female town administrator

The Town of Lexington has found its new town administrator, the first woman to hold the post and the first outside hire for the job in a half-century. more

County considers tightened development restrictions, Red Bank mixed-use project takes shape

As growth continues to soar in Lexington County, elected officials are considering new control measures. more

Batesburg-Leesville plans extensive improvements for walkability

The town of Batesburg-Leesville is planning extensive upgrades for both of its twin downtowns. The improvements will include new sidewalks and pedestrian crosswalks.  more

Amid criticism, Lexington County details efforts to improve EMS response

Amid continued concerns from local residents about Lexington County ambulance response times, particularly in the Chapin area, the county provided some insight into how things are going. more

Lexington hopes small business committee will strengthen relationship with owners

Lexington is taking a step it hopes will improve the lives of small businesses within the town. more

Mayoral race spotlight: West Columbia’s prodigious development at odds in election

Talking to the two candidates running for mayor of West Columbia, the decision for voters might come down to their take on a simple question: more

Cayce mayor, challenger spar over public safety, other issues at forum

A candidate forum hosted by the Cayce Avenues Neighborhood Association featuring mayoral candidates Mayor Elise Partin and Abbott “Tre” Bray got a bit heated Oct. 5. more

Cayce receives results from survey to identify Black cemeteries

Cayce recently received the results from a project to identify and assess the preservational needs of Black cemeteries in the city of nearly 14,000. more

Irmo council clashes over contract considered for company co-founded by council candidate

Irmo Town Council continues to clash over the nature of a contract it’s considering with a company owned by a November council candidate. more

Gilbert restoring Old Bank building, could become Town Hall

Gilbert is restoring a downtown building, hoping to have it completed by the new year. more

Accomplished SC attorney who never forgot his hometown of Swansea dead at 47

The tributes were wide-ranging as South Carolina’s military and legal communities lamented the early departure of  Midlands attorney Stanley Myers, who made an impact statewide and in his hometown of Swansea more

Couple to transition long-standing Lexington salon into coffee shop

Downtown Lexington will soon have another spot to get caffeinated. more

Death of man stun-gunned by Lexington County deputies to be ruled accidental

The death of a suspect being apprehended by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department will be ruled an accident. more

Lexington County program gives young residents chance to kickstart EMS careers

Amid ongoing complaints about ambulance response times, Lexington County is looking to kickstart young residents’ interest in EMS careers with an ongoing program. more

Irmo council candidates want to move past downtown development, make citizens feel heard

Irmo gets set for Town Council elections that could install as many as two new members on the governing body. more

A year later, Cayce Police grow effort targeted at reaching Hispanic community

The impact and influence of a local effort to bridge divides between Hispanic residents and law enforcement continues to grow. more

With 2023 festival looming, Irmo Okra Strut considers big changes for 50th anniversary

Irmo’s Okra Strut Festival, the town’s signature annual event, is back again this year to celebrate its 49th anniversary.  more

Downtown Lexington sewer woes continue, more loosening of food truck rules considered

The Town of Lexington has issued an emergency ordinance due to ongoing sewage issues. more

Lexington 3 English and social studies teacher named district Teacher of the Year

One of Lexington County School District 3’s teachers has a new title. more

Departing longtime Lexington council member offers advice to voters for November election

Kathy Maness, who has served on Lexington Town Council for nearly two decades is departing her post.  more
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