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District 1 schools granted $27K

The Lexington 1 Educational Foundation recognized winners of the Innovation Grants for Elementary Schools recently. 6 schools received Innovation Grants for a funding total of $27,433, which … more

FBI watching SCANA CEO’s PSC testimony

Federal law enforcement is listening to what SCANA’s top brass tells the Public Service Commission. This suggests the Lexington County-based executives may face criminal charges for … more
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WEEK 10 H.S. FOOTBALL IN CHRONICLE COUNTRY

Eight named National Merit semifinalists

The National Merit Scholarship Program named eight Lexington County School District One students National Merit semifinalists, keeping them in the running for significant scholarship awards. … more
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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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The Masada choice: liberty...or death

Four of us had stayed up late the night before sharing war stories. That’s what old soldiers, sailors and journalists do when they get together. As we knew we were going to Masada the … 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

Primary runoff Tuesday

9 candidates are on the ballot in the SC runoff election June 26. The Lexington County polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Gov. Henry McMaster, in seeking his first full term, finished … more
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Staying home - and safe- this summer

Koon's watch With school out, I’d like to share some quick reminders with you about making sure your children stay safe around your home this summer. If you’re like many parents, … more
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Claims may cost SCE&G ratepayers

3 warning signs you’re having a stroke

Which of the following is a sign of stroke? Facial drooping? Arm weakness? Slurred speech? The answer? All of the above. If you see someone with the symptoms of a stroke, … more
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Robert Kyzer

Robert Kyzer (Murfreesboro, Tenn.; 95); James Bartley (Cayce, 89); Betty Rawl (Lexington, 86); Jeremy Brock (West Columbia, 39); Robert Gilbert (West Columbia, 77); Thomas Linn III (Lexington, 77); … more

VETERANS DAY

The Lexington Veterans Parade rolled through downtown on Nov. 7. The parade line was shorter than in years past, taking place in front of what looked to be a diminished turnout. 93-year-old veteran … more

DUTCH FORK HOMECOMING

(PHOTO) | WWW.GOFLASHWIN.COM) Dutch Fork High School held its “Homecoming” this past Friday. The late offensive lineman Jack Alkhatib was voted “Homecoming King” and his mother, Kelly, … more

Collards and BBQ this weekend

T he Quail is gonna be busy this weekend. Starting Friday night, the Quail will fly to 2 football games. Wagener-Sally is at home against Ridge Spring Monetta and Swansea is at home against … more
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Gilbert proud to finally have its own swim program

There’s a new high school swimming program in Chronicle Country. After years of teamming up with fellow Lexington School District 1 school White Knoll, Gilbert now has a boys and girls team of … more
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50 years of serving for Pine Ridge trooper

Master Trooper John Wayne Valdario Sr., of Pine Ridge has served 50 years on the SC Highway Patrol. What’s the secret to working over 30 years in law enforcement, retiring and then coming back … more
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Timothy Lee Ivey

Charlotte, NC— Timothy Lee Ivey, 68, of Lancaster County, SC, passed away Sunday, August 8, 2021 at Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. Services for Mr. Ivey were August 12th at … more

How successful businesses survived covid-19

Are you still in business? How is your bottom line? Is it showing improvement? Are your customers returning and revenue increasing? These questions concern all of us who were forced to shut down … more
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New Alzheimer’s drug approved

Here’s good news for any of us who fear we may have dementia. It’s good news also for anyone in Lexington County whose loved ones show early signs of it. The Food and Drug … more
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Riding with Dream Riders

Dream Riders on Sandy Hill Road near Gilbert is a non-profit for horseback riding for special needs children and adults. They have received a $10,000 match for Midlands Gives. Donations of $10 … more
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TENNIS REUNION

A group of local women who played tennis together for a couple of decades at Top Spin in Lexington had themselves a “post-covid” reunion in April to celebrate their friendship with more tennis. … more

It’s a Dog’s Life

Where is a basketball player’s favorite place to eat? Dunkin’ Donuts. What is striped bass’s favorite sport? Bass-get-ball. Why did Cinderella fail at basketball? Because she ran away from … more
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Louise McGee Drafts

Louise McGee Drafts, 80, of Lexington died March 6, 2021. Caughman-Harman Funeral Home was in charge. more

DHEC claims it gives more vaccine

The numbers don’t add up. SC health officials claim the state ranks 5th in the US for how quickly covid vaccine is given. They cite Becker’s Hospital Review, a national healthcare … more
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