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It’s a Dog’s Life

A fisherman lay on a beautiful beach, his fishing pole propped up in the sand and his solitary line cast out into the sparkling blue surf. He was enjoying the afternoon sun and the prospect of … more

Remembering lost loved ones

International Overdose Awareness Day at the Statehouse highlighted such themes as tragedy, sadness and hope. The 2nd annual remembrance event included family members speaking of lives lost to … more

Free Comic Book Day

Scratch N Spin invites the community to a Free Comic Book Day 10 am to 2 pm Aug. 14. This national event provides a way for readers to experience all of the excitement of reading comics at no … more

Cancel culture at it again

The National Archives and Records Administration takes care of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. A lengthy internal document never mentions critical race theory by name, but … more

Going more than you want?

Urinary Incontinence is common among older people. During urination, our bladder muscles tighten to move urine into a tube called the urethra. The muscles around the urethra relax and let … more

Carrie Muller Lewis

Carrie Muller Lewis, 86, of Cayce died May 13, 2021. W.B. Crumel Funeral Home was in charge. more

A salad everyone will love

This is the recipe I promised you last week. I have used over and over as it remains something I can count on to please everyone I serve it to. Using fresh lettuce (butter lettuce or any soft … more

NATIONAL SIGNING DAY IN CHRONICLE COUNTRY

GILBERT PHOTO | GILBERT HIGH SCHOOL Gilbert’s Bryce Smith signed to play football at Presbyterian College. PHOTO | GILBERT HIGH SCHOOL Gilbert’s Colt Mason signed to play … more

Motorcyclist dies on I-26

An Elgin man died Saturday morning on Interstate 26 in Lexington County. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the motorcyclist who died as a result of being struck by motor … more

Protect your cards from skimming

Have you heard of payment card skimming? This type theft involves thieves stealing your credit or debit card information. Thieves mount a special device on a card reader. When you make a … more

Middle schooler helps out homeless cats

A Beechwood Middle School student recently gained national attention for helping out some furry friends. Over the past month, 7th-grader Jocelyn Thompson has worked to find homes for shelter … more

Beware this employment scam

What do you think when you hear “unemployment scam”? Many of us think of those who quit their jobs and lie on applications to steal money from the government. The FBI and Identity Theft … more

Surviving a crisis

Normally I would rather talk with you about what’s on your mind. Since we are a 6 months into this pandemic, you deserve a progress report on whether this little newspaper is going to be … more

Who reads the Chronicle

Retired Lexington teacher and author Linda Maguire’s son was visiting recently and read the Lexington County Chronicle. “I wish we had a newspaper in Atlanta like this,” he said. That … more

SLED probes Pine Ridge police car burning

Late Friday night, July 31, someone intentionally set fire to a Pine Ridge patrol car at police headquarters. Pine Ridge’s Police Chief Vince Silano was notified and the investigation turned … more

Are you sitting your way to an early death?

Are you sitting? Then stand, and take a walk. It’s better for you. We sit more than ever, and the habit starts young. A national study found computer use has contributed to a … more

Build greater loyalty in a pandemic

Churches, civic and networking groups, book and garden clubs share a secret many business owners ignore at their peril. Which of these 2 customer groups would you prefer: Transitionals who only … more

The shaming media

Before I get into how our slanted media has helped divide us, I have a confession. Once I was young, naive and liberal. My heart bled for all of the oppressed and wretched of the earth. Sadly, … more

Teacher’s Pets

I’ll admit. I’m a lucky yahoo. Our kids were grown before the Chinese sent us a covid-19 gift. But sports writer Jason Gay is not. He and his wife have 2 kids, 5 and 7. His wife is a … more

An innovative Easter

E aster Sunday was different but many local houses of worship offerred services online with features to keep things as close to normal as they can be In lieu of an inperson choir to offer a new … more

Opinion

Faye died of asphyxiation

Faye Swetlik died of asphyxiation, but it was not revealed how. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher was visibly upset and said little about her death at a press conference Tuesday … more

News in brief

15 charges of child pornography A Lexington man has been arrested on 15 counts of child pornography. Fred Rufus Kerr, Jr., 54, faces charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a … more

LMC to sponsor Governor’s Cup

Lexington Medical Center will sponsor the 48th annual Governor’s Cup Road Race. The race is a half-marathon, 5K Run/Walk, Main Street Mile and Kids Main Street Mile on Feb. 21 and 22 in … more

It was a lunch money miracle

MARK POWELL’S HOLY COW! HISTORY Ilearned to appreciate old coins at a young age. My father was a serious and avid collector. He taught me early on … more
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