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A new danger to our school children?

We are fortunate. A super-spreader covid strain has been reported in Georgia Flordia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New York and Texas. So far, Lexington County schools have … more

SPORTS IN 2021

THE RETURN OF SPRING SPORTS The Lexington High School baseball team winning the 2020 Naturchem Invitational was among the final sporting events for the 2019- 20 school year to take place before … more

Nido’s story

As our days grow shorter, nights longer and weather colder, all of us need added inspiration. Here is another story that will inspire you. Nido Qubein and I met years ago as fellow members of … more
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Let your voice be heard

The 3rd annual On the Table aims to move the community forward through conversation Oct. 4-10. With safety in mind, the initiative has been expanded to a full week. Discussions will take … more
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Interstate project to take 15 years, cost $1.6B

Things at malfunction junction are going to get worse before they get better. Construction on the Carolina Crossroads Project is scheduled to begin next year. The 14-mile corridor where … more
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A lonely boy waits for his dog

Valor Keane is love, laughter, kindness and joy wrapped up in a 2-year-old boy. His parents Madison and Kevin Keane of Lexington say he is sweet and always smiling. But sometimes it’s … more
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Covid-19 experts proven wrong

New evidence suggests covid-19 experts badly miscalculated cases and deaths. That led lawmakers, governors, health officials, bureaucrats and the media to frighten and mislead us. Draconian … more
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Want to see a comet?

Look up in the night sky. No, that’s not Superman. It’s Comet Neowise. Tonight – and the next few nights – should be a good chance to see it. Go outside just at sunset and … more

It’s a Dog’s Life

My friend John Parrish sent these knee-slappers from church bulletins and announcements to make your day and mine. Sunday’s sermon will be ‘What Is Hell?’ Come early to hear our choir … more
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DOT wants your OK to spend $71.5M

The SC Department of Transportation wants your input on its 2 latest spending plans. The SCDOT Commission approved a 21-day public comment period for budget and schedule changes to the Statewide … more
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Farmers Market helps the hungry

The SC Farmers’ Market in Lexington County has $25 food vouchers for low-income senior citizens. The offer is available through the SC Department of Social Services. The voucher is … more

Better news in bad times

M aybe he just needed some exercise – if you call fishing exercise. Maybe he was looking for dinner. I don’t know but MacLeod spotted him fishing beside our dock, fishing for our fish, maybe … more
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Deputies bust chop shop

A West Columbia man has been charged in connection to a chop shop deputies found this month. Terry Virgil Adams, 42, is charged with 4 counts of possession of a stolen vehicle, and 1 count of … more

New city flag has local connection

Around rEd BAnK Maybe you’ve seen the new city flag design that was announced recently in Columbia, but you may not realize it has a Red Bank connection. The winning … more
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DECISION TIME

Many of Chronicle Country’s talented senior athletes put their signatures on national letters of intent Wednesday. Among the most notable signees was Gray Collegiate quarterback Hunter Helms. After … more
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New rules open Legion membership

Around ChApin & irmo Thankfulness seems to be a lost art in today’s society. I want everyone to have a real Thanksgiving week. Are you a veteran in Ir-mo or … more
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Town parade honors veterans

AROUND LEXINGTON COUNTY On an ideal fall day with bright sunshine, the 17th annual Veterans Day Parade was held Sunday in Lexington. Leading the parade was the … more
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Senator sues state over secret deals with tax millions

YOUR TAXES AT WORK A senator wants to know how state officials use tax money as incentives. Sen. Dick Harpootlian is suing to force the Commerce Department to disclose … more
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Tigers see room for improvement

COLLEGE FOOTBALL The 3-0 defending national champions remain atop the college football polls, put up 600-plus yards of offense on 2 of their first 3 opponents but have … more
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Miss teen All-star crowned

Gracie Bowers of Lexington has won the national Miss Teen All-Star United States title. Gracie traveled to Savannah, Georgia to compete in the national pageant. She completed an interview, physical … more

THE RUN FOR 4

In claiming a 3rd consecutive Class 5A title, the Dutch Fork football team put together a season for the ages. The Silver Foxes’ performance earned comparisons to some of the best teams in S.C. … more

news in brief

Airport valet charged with taking Toyota A 27-year-old Columbia man faces charges of taking a woman’s car from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Shaquvis Marquise Darnell Dev Smith … more

RAINY DAY BLUES

Lexington County Blowfish general manager Theo Bacot sweeps a large puddle of water off the large tan field cover placed over the infield of Lexington County Baseball Stadium this past Monday. … more

Last week filled with fun events

AROUND LEXINGTON COUNTY There were many events in Lexington last week. Wellmore hosted Lexington Chamber of Commerce members Thursday with a margarita-themed party, … more
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LMS student to play national chess tournament

Lexington Middle School student, Grace Bajarias sat nervously amongst the competitors in the high school section of the 2019 South Carolina Scholastic Chess Championships. Grace and her mother, Liza … more
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