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Main Street gas station stirs controversy

Grapevine gossip has some in Lexington upset about a new convenience store. A Murphy USA gas station will soon open at one of the busiest intersections in town. It will take over the former … more
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The World Outdoors: Mountain Biking Poinsett

Poinsett State Park near Wedgefield is one of my favorite state parks in the Midlands. The park is home to a wealth of trails and other amenities all while sitting on one of the most unique … more
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3,417 boat ‘Trumptilla’ sets world record

lt wasn’t the America’s Cup or the Spanish Armada, but it broke a world record. The July 5 “Trumptilla” brought over 30,000 people and 3,417 boats to Lake Murray to show support for … more
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WHO’S THAT UNDER THE MASKS?

State Sen. Dick Harpootlian and Irmo Mayor Barry Walker wanted to see for themselves. They visited the covid-19 testing site at Crossroads Middle School on Saint Andrews Road last week. They … more

Airport anticipates summer recovery

Traffic is slower, but Columbia Metropolitan Airport officials say they have encouraging reports. By the end of June and early July they expect to be providing full service for all of their … more

Did your polling place change?

Many Lexington County precincts will be combined for the June 9 primaries. Check the following list to see if your precinct votes at a different place. • #2 Mims will vote at #1 … more

The news TV doesn’t want you to know

TV newscasts take delight in citing the latest perils of the popular press. They keep us informed on how many newspaper companies are laying off employees, cutting their pay, abandoning printed … more
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10 years for drive-by shooting

A Batesburg-Leesville man has been convicted in a 2018 drive-by shooting incident. Trevor Devon Morris, 20, was convicted of attempted murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of … more

A pastor makes a hero from a lie

MARK POWELL’S HOLY COW! HISTORY Keeping all of February’s presidential birthdays straight is a big headache. Ronald Reagan was born on February … more
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Chronicle Country teams open playoffs Saturday

HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING A year ago, 5th ranked Gilbert and 2nd ranked River Bluff claimed Lower State titles before losing in their respective state finals. Both … more
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What do you like?

Do you love a book you would want others to read and enjoy as you have? Join us in the Book Club by sending Jerry Bellune your own recommended books for other readers. Please send him a … more

Veterans were really celebrated this year

AROUND CAYCE, SPRINGDALE & WEST COLUMBIA The Brookland-Cayce High School JROTC marched in the 41st annual City of Columbia Veteran’ Day parade Nov. 11. Also in the … more

Decorate with cake stands or just make a special cake

Entertaining with THE CHARLESTON SILVER LADY The tankard-shaped flagon pictured was crafted circa 1850. It was handcrafted at the end of the era when silver was made by … more

Lawmakers take care of their own

Public Service Commissioers aren’t the only full-time jobs lawmakers have given ex-colleagues or relatives.  Lawmakers made: • Ex-Rep. Mike Pitts a Laurens County magistrate. He makes … more

SET YOUR GPS

for bargains when the youth of Pilgrim Lutheran Church have a yard sale Oct. 5, 7-11 am. Dawn Robinson will sell her “Precious Moments” figurines from the 80s and 90s, along with her porcelain … more

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Knuckleballs

The Sports Grouch It’s really too bad – and sad – that no one throws the knuckleball any more. It’s among the few skills that can take a pitcher without professional-grade … more

MOMs plan children’s clothing sale

Multiples of the Midlands will host its bi-annual consignment sale 7 am to noon Saturday, Aug. 17. The event will be held in the Health and Wellness Center at Brookland Baptist Church, 1066 … more

Irmo hires new AD

Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Ray Canady Jr. the new athletics director of Irmo High School. A Yellow Jacket alumnus, Canady has served as assistant athletic director for the … more
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Cacye foundation to build K9 memorial

AROUND CAYCE, SPRINGDALE & WEST COLUMBIA The Cayce Public Safety Foundation is one of the nonprofits selected for the 2019 Midlands Gives project. Each year, … more
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Lexington County Blowfish, military to work together in special events

The Lexington County Blowfish held its April installment of their monthly luncheons on Wednesday.  The luncheon had a noticeable Veteran theme, with co-owner Bill Shanahan and General … more
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Two county schools have been named Palmetto’s Finest

The SC Association of School Administrators named Lexington School District One’s River Bluff High School and Lexington-Richland District Five’s Spring Hill High School were the two Midlands … more

HOOPS FEVER: NCAA Tournament arrives in Columbia

A couple of familiar teams with familiar faces will make their way to the Midlands this weekend. The NCAA men’s basketball tournament tips off Friday at Colonial Life Arena. The action starts … more
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How hungry are you?

BEHIND THE MIKE It is hard to be hungry when you are well fed. How do we motivate ourselves and others? That is one of the big challenges that managers everywhere face … more
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It’s a Dog’s Life

More Arkansas HS Test Questions Q: What is a terminal illness? A: When you are sick at the airport Q: Give an example of a fungus. What is a characteristic … more
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