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Free meal program announced at schools

Around pelion Lexington School District One has announced its policy for free and reduced price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program … more
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Lexington’s most wanted captured after year on run

A West Columbia man wanted since March 2017 in connection with a fatal shooting was arrested Thursday night. Kevin Lawrence Pearson, 26, is charged with murder and criminal conspiracy for his … more

Senior nutrition program returns to county

The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program improves the diets of low-income seniors with fresh produce and supports small, local farmers. Low-income seniors 60 and older may buy unprocessed … more

Lexington Town Council Special Election May 29

Voting is May 29 to fill the open seat left by long time-councilman Ted Stambolitis. The following candidates are on the ballot: • Todd R. Lyle • Jeremy Reagin Addy • … more
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9/11 firefighter shares his story in Wagener

What must it have been like for firefighters on Sept. 11, 2001? Retired New York firefighter Rick Doran shared his experience Saturday at the Wagener Fire Department’s 20 year anniversary … more
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Food, fun at National Night Out

The IGA parking lot was filled with people at the National Night Out Against Crime. The Pelion Police and Lexington County Sheriff’s Department were well represented. Lots of free food, music, … more
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Irmo’s Tim Whipple honored for 40-year service

A small surprise ceremony was held last month at Irmo High School International School for the Arts to honor Tim Whipple for his 40 years of teaching and coaching at the school. Whipple was … more
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Death penalty choice in SC

Without execution drugs, state lawmakers have turned to firing squads and the electric chair. Sen. Dick Harpootlian who represents the Irmo area introduced the change. Harpootlian is a … more
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Ronald M. Crosby

Ronald M. Crosby, 86, of Irmo died May 10, 2021. Woodridge Funeral Home was in charge. more

Santee Cooper investors’ big pay day

Debt-ridden Santee Cooper is $2 million poorer. The taxpayer-owned utility agreed to pay that to bond investors it misled in its nuclear fiasco meltdown with SC Electric & Gas. Santee … more
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Beamer adds to new coaching staff

After seeing 2 previously hired assistant coaches leave for Auburn University, new University of South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer quickly made 4 new hires. Clayton White (defensive … more
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Are you ready to get shot?

New Year 2021 rolls in with lots of hope that a “shot in the arm” will end pandemic 2020. As vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna and others roll out, recipients rush to receive this magical cure. … more
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DARING RESCUES IN IRMO APARTMENT FIRE

Irmo Fire crews along with area fire crews rescued 6 people including 2 children in an Irmo apartment fire Wednesday. Read more on this and other crime news on page A8. more

Voters oust District 5 leaders

A tsunami of change for the District 5 board came last week. Irmo and Chapin voters elected 3 new board members. Catherine Huddle, Rebecca Hines and Matt Hogan will replace incumbents, … more
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Gilbert overcomes challenges presented to claim region title

The Gilbert girls’ tennis managed to have a great season this year with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Lady Indians head coach Patti Spires’ motto this year was “Be a part of the … more
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Make the most of your time

T he Latin phrase tempus fugit is roughly translated as “time flies.” Time is one of those irreplaceable asset. like the unsold airline ticket or hotel room. That revenue is lost forever. My … more
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Poached pears a pleasure

This large, 3-lobed, heavy glass dish was crafted for serving fall fruits. You can see pears and apples highlighted and the recesses in the reverse of the glass that are highlighted with silver … more
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YOUR PROPERTY TAXES

Mom taught me to stand up for what is right. Never give up until you think your beliefs have been upheld. If you own real estate you should have received a Notice Of Classification, Appraisal … more
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The Mystery of Hugenot, Ga.

I grew up unaware as Huguenots go. That changed after I moved to South Carolina. Back in Georgia? I cannot recall one history teacher mentioning the Huguenots, so learning late in life that … more
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Lexington Police Chief Terrence Green

Lexington Police Chief Terrence Green receives the 2019 DUI Agency of the Year award. Special Programs Manager Brent Kelly and Law Enforcement Liaison Greg Griggs of the SC Department of Public … more

Brainwashing kids

Let me ask you a few more questions this week: What do your children tell you about what they are learning in their college classes? How much of it may be about leftist political philosophy and the … more
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Governor declares new state of emergency

Gov. Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2020-40, which declares a new state of emergency. It allows bowling alleys to open immediately and lifts restrictions on the occupancy of retail … more

The world’s largest palace

Naples, Italy A mere 30 minutes from my home here is perhaps Luigi Vanvitelli’s most grandiose master design. The Reggia di Caserta wears a salmon color coat smack in the middle of … more
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Enjoy the sounds of silence

I may get a deer cam to see what else roams through my yard! I may bait the wildlife with carrots and put Elmer Fudd on duty! While on lockdown, the men worked on yard beautifications and home … more
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Thank you for the cookies

M y thanks to Ms. Lainie Lewis of State Street Trading Co., and her granddaughters Addy and Reagan for dropping off delicious homemade chocolate chip cookies last Friday for the City of West Columbia … more
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