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Take Control: How managing blood pressure can help save lives

Posted 11/28/22

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Effectively managing your blood pressure can help reduce your chances of life-threatening medical events, even death. Gain confidence and learn how to take control of your blood pressure with these tips and resources.

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Lexington men arrested for attempted solicitation, sexual exploitation of a minor

The state Attorney General’s Office announced the arrest of two Lexington men on seven total charges related to attempted sexual exploitation of a minor.

Columbia man accused of breaking into Gilbert home

A Columbia man who allegedly broke into a home in Gilbert has been arrested.

For first time in 2023, Lexington County isn’t recommended to mask against COVID

For the first time in nine weeks, Lexington County is no longer recommended to mask against COVID-19.

Cadet with Lexington Sheriff's Department charged with DUI, wreck left victim with traumatic brain injury

A probationary cadet with the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department was arrested earlier this month following an off-duty vehicle collision that left a 20-year-old man with a traumatic brain injury.

Gaston holds election, ministry keeps working for those in need

The Town of Gaston just completed an election for two Town Council seats.

New service offers alerts about Lexington emergency calls, but isn’t endorsed by county

A new resource is seeking to inform local residents about emergency calls in real time.

Local sports

Lexington basketball gets sweep on Senior Night, Crawford returns for Irmo in loss

Senior night at Wildcat Gymnasium on Jan. 27 saw a doubleheader sweep performed by host team Lexington High School.

Chapin defeats River Bluff to claim Region 4-5A wrestling title

River Bluff and Chapin boys varsity wrestling teams met Jan. 27 in The Swamp to determine Region 4-5A.

Gray Collegiate Academy guard who collapsed on court set to make return Jan. 31 at home

The return to basketball action for Gray Collegiate Academy guard Mychael Mitchell took another step forward on Jan. 26.

Even players for champion Dutch Fork are struggling with recruiting challenges

Talented high school senior prospects are experiencing a “college squeeze,” increasing the challenge for those looking to play football at the next level.

Gilbert wrestling claims fifth straight Region 5-3A title

Those wrestlers who started as freshmen on the Gilbert High School have only known Region 5-3A titles during their varsity careers.

Gray Collegiate girls rout Class 5A number-one Spring Valley 54-23

The third time in eight days facing a number-one ranked team was the charm for the Gray Collegiate Academy girls’ basketball team.

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Lexington men arrested for attempted solicitation, sexual exploitation of a minor

Lexington basketball gets sweep on Senior Night, Crawford returns for Irmo in loss

Chapin defeats River Bluff to claim Region 4-5A wrestling title

Columbia man accused of breaking into Gilbert home