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‘Soaring to the Polls’ public forum to be held Sept. 7

The Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) sorority announced a new event to help facilitate and educate voters ahead of the 2024 elections. The public forum, called “Soaring to the Polls,” will be on … more
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Lexington County resident sentenced for daycare abuse

38-year-old Lexington County resident Shayna N. McKnight was sentenced to 12 years in prison after being convicted on multiple counts of child abuse. She was also sentenced to five years to be served … more
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K-9 Fletcher welcomes Lexington Two students back to school

He’s 19 months old. That’s 12 years old in human years. About the same age of many of the students he’ll get to serve in Lexington County. The Cayce Police Department has welcomed … more
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Zoning request rejected for new Lake Murray housing project

The Irmo Planning Commission rejected a zoning change Monday that would have cleared the way for the huge new development known as “The Water Walk” that would bring hundreds of new homes … more
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LIFTED: Boil water advisory issued for parts of West Columbia

After a water main broke, a boil water advisory has been issued for some parts of West Columbia. The areas affected are all of Janna Court, Chadwood Circle, Berry Drive, Plum Court, Cherry Grove … more
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Acclaimed trumpeter Mark Rapp to bring the jazz-funk to Lexington Aug. 15

If you don’t know Mark Rapp’s name, you’ve probably at least been to an event that he helped create. A multifaceted, nationally-acclaimed musician, Rapp is a trumpet master, a … more
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Sailor from West Columbia serves with U.S. Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command

MILLINGTON, Tenn. - Seaman Recruit Jonathan Anderson, from West Columbia, South Carolina, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command (NMRLC), Williamsburg, Virginia. … more
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GOoD Works helps rebuild lives in Lexington County community

GOoD Works, a faith-based organization in Chapin, has assisted community members since 2002. “The primary focus is to repair homes for those in need in our community, ensuring that our … more
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Chapin children celebrate reading with 'Adventure Begins at Your Library' party

Children celebrated the completion of their summer reading goals at the Chapin Branch Library on Aug. 6. The “Adventure Begins at Your Library” program promoted the joy of literacy with … more
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Final Toucan Tuesday ends a summer of discovery and giving at Riverbanks Zoo

If you’ve been looking for a chance to take the kids to Riverbanks Zoo & Garden before the summer is over, you’ll have a perfect chance to do so this Tuesday night. And even better, … more
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Veteran S.C. rockers The Blue Dogs to play at Icehouse Amphitheater

Back in the late 1990s and early 2000s, it seemed like South Carolina was going to become the Next Big Thing in the music industry. Thanks to the success of Columbia’s Hootie & The … more
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Thousands of foster children are in need of homes across state, including Lexington County

“Children need an advocate for them.” Former foster parent Allison Ellenwood has fostered for seven years and throughout those years, she says advocacy for foster children is what they … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Things to do in Lexington County, surrounding areas for the week of August 8

Friday, Aug. 9 LadyCouch (concert) The Nashville Nights concert series at Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St. Cayce) rolls on with a full-band performance by LadyCouch. This 12-piece Nashville … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: The tragedy you’ve never heard of

Transportation safety has made such incredible progress in recent years we now take it for granted. Yet there was a time (and not that long ago, either) when even the simplest trips carried risks for … more

Irmo charter school cancellation raises questions about permit process

In the aftermath of the abrupt permit cancellation of a new charter school in Irmo, questions have arisen about the permitting process. Ascent Classical Academy had planned to hold classes in a new … more
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Lexington County Museum undertakes projects to educate more youth

Nestled right into the heart of Fox Street in downtown Lexington, the Lexington County Museum sits as a resource and preservation of times past. Museum Director J.R. Fennell took over his role in … more
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Cash’s Chicken opens new Lexington County location

Cash’s Chicken recently announced the purchase of a new location in Irmo, S.C. The 1.16 acre land package will allow for the first drive-thru location of Cash’s and the second … more
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Spectrum launches new services for Lexington County

Spectrum announced that they are launching Internet, mobile, TV and voice services for more than 570 homes and businesses in Lexington County. This addition is part of Spectrum’s $5 … more
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New assistant principals named at 2 Lexington County schools

New assistant principal named at Brookland-Cayce High School Assistant administrator and current math teacher at Brookland-Cayce High School Ryan Van Omen has been named as the new assistant … more
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Cayce announces 2024 Fall Fest lineup

The City of Cayce has officially announced the lineup for this year’s annual Fall Fest. This year’s festival will take place on Oct. 5 from noon to 6 p.m. at Granby Gardens Park. The … more
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Lexington County resident fined and jailed for blocking clinic

68-year-old West Columbia resident Steven Lefemine was fined $1,000 and sentenced to 60 days in jail for violating the FACE or Freedom of Access to Clinics Act. Lefemine was found through many … more
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SLED investigates Lexington County officer-involved shooting

The South Carolina Law Enforcement division is investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened on Aug. 2 at Lexington Medical Center. Members of the Lexington Medical Center Department … more
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Touch-a-Truck event showed Lexington County kids a fun time

Touch-a-Truck was presented by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Held at Lexington High School from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Aug. 3, the turnout was good with over 100 people. It was … more
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Sunset Split project planning intended to improve section of U.S. 378 in Lexington County continues

The $36 million Sunset Split project designed to fix major traffic problems that have plagued the Sunset Boulevard and Corley Mill corridor for years appears ready to roll. The latest development in … more
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S.C. deer tags should be arriving in mailboxes soon

South Carolina deer hunters, keep an eye on your mailbox: Deer tags should be arriving soon. Deer hunters who have an annual or three-year hunting license and big game permit, combination … more
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