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What will regulators make us pay SCE&G?

The $9 billion nuclear fiasco Since July 31, 2017, when SC Electric & Gas abandoned its nuclear plant project the BIG question has been how much of the $4.7 billion in … more
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Chamber calls Dominion sale a bad idea

A statewide business group has accused Dominion Energy of trying to buy state regulators. “The South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce labeled the highly touted Dominion offer what … more
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Is this why USC tuition is rising $2,831?

Let’s think about this. University of SC officials say they need more of our tax money. The legislature will not give them as many of our tax dollars as they say is needed. So they are gong to sock … more

One-way street plan starts Saturday

elyssavondra@gmail.com Don’t be shocked by downtown Lexington’s first one-way streets. The one-way project will go live Saturday, June 23. This is the first traffic and … more

Graham protects $5.2B MOX project

Sen. Lindsey Graham has won a vote to continue a $5.2 billion nuclear fuel program. His amendment prohibits the Department of Energy from terminating the mixed oxide (MOX) fuel program at the … more
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District 5 may raise taxes

It’s up to state lawmakers now. The Lexington-Richland District 5 School Board’s $187.3 million annual budget includes no tax increase. But that will depend on what state lawmakers do … more

It’s that time of year

Late spring is a great time to get outside and enjoy sunshine and warmth. The heat and humidity of summer will kick in before you know it. We have some great places to get outside in the Lexington … more
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Dam History Download

In the late 1920s, Thomas Williams and William S. Murray had an idea: a hydroelectric power plant in the middle of South Carolina. That idea turned into a reality, now officially known as the … more
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Fall Back Fest

The City of West Columbia’s annual Fall Back Fest took place on Nov. 5, bringing a big crowd to the closed-down 100 block of State Street. There were live sidewalk painters and opportunities for … more

Teaching students about gardening

W alter P Rawl & Sons has generously supported the Lexington 1 Educational Foundation for 8 years. This provides support for schools to create and maintain school gardens. Gardens … more
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STATE CHAMPIONSHIP RECOGNITION

The Gilbert High School baseball team were awarded their 2021 Class 3A state title rings Saturday during halftime of the Sept. 4 home football game between the Indians and Lexington. Led by head … more

Old Cayce gets a new life

Cayce Mayor Elise Partin’s vision is closer to reality. She envisioned the original downtown Cayce becoming the River Arts District. Mayor Partin told the Chronicle that for decades the … more
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Swansea council members oppose closing town hall

Secrecy at Swansea Town Hall continues even after its mayor was indicted. Mayor Jerald Sanders had closed Town Hall to 2 Council members, Doris Simmons and Michael Luongo, before his indictment … more

Is it time to sell your home?

Local home sales rose 21% from June 2020 to May 2021, according to the SC Association of Realtors. The overall median sales price climbed 14.2% to $257,000. Available singlefamily homes fell … more
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SC high court halts upcoming executions

The SC Supreme Court halted the upcoming executions of 2 inmates until the state can come up with a way to create a firing squad. The high court on June 16 issued the order 2 days before the 1st … more
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Watch out for impersonators

Have you heard of impersonation scams also known as imposter scams? These scammers pretend to be someone else. They impersonate an agency you trust so you will disclose information or send … more
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Is your student loan debt higher than $38,000?

South Carolinians face the 6th-highest average student debt in the nation. The website Vox reported 45 million US students and their parents owe $1.7 trillion in student loans. That’s an … more
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Young authors publish 1st works

Lexington County schools are not only growing readers but published authors. A dream has become reality for Cayce Elementary’s Daniel Allen and Dutch Fork Middle’s Kylie Pittman. The … more
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Erma Laruth “Ruthie” Flewell

Erma Laruth “Ruthie” Flewell, 85, of Chapin died March 1, 2021. Dunbar Funeral Home was in charge. more

School c-19 cases in question

SC health officials and at least 1 Lexington County district disagree on covid cases in the schools. District 1 lists 27 schools with student infections. In 20 of those schools at least staffer … more
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A rainbow on your table

These beautiful crystal cups and saucers were made in the 1840s by Baccarat. They are most unusual as they were made in rainbow hues of lavender, purple, blue , pink and green. They were made to … more
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It’s a Dog’s Life

New Years jokes for kids are a great way to get the little ones in your life excited about celebrating the big day. They’re also perfect for having a little fun. New Year’s resolutions: In 1 … more
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How to spot romance scammers

Here are a few things to look out for when checkingout a potential lonely heart fraudster: • Did they express feelings quickly? If they said they love you before you met or claimed to have an … more
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When we made our own clothes

H omespun cloth was a source of pride for many Lexington County families in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Often, the spinning and weaving of this cloth was done in a building called a “loom … more
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Helping kids with hearing challenges

The Lexington Sertoma Club recently invited me to speak about Latin American mission trips. We gathered at the picnic shelter in Virginia Hylton Park as it provided a place to safely distance. … more
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