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Bonnie Jean Northcutt Blanks, 67, of Lexington died June 20, 2018. Moseley Funeral Service was in charge. Christopher John Bradstreet, 39, of Lexington died June 16, 2018. Kornegay & … more

W. Columbia considers $16 million in spending

The City of West Columbia has initially approved a $16 million budget for the coming year. “This has been a long process the city has gone through,” said City Administrator Brian Carter. … more

White’s field goal lifts South Carolina to 20-17 win over East Carolina

Parker White’s 36-yard field goal as time expired gave the University of South Carolina a 20-17 victory over East Carolina Saturday in Greenville, NC. It was the senior placekicker’s 5th … more

Blowfish honor combat veteran with deep ties to Pelion

Master Sgt. David Mills, Jr. was honored for his 23 years of military service at the home game of the Lexington County Blowfish. Ironically this was also retired MSG Mills’ 60th birthday. … more

The American Legion Post 7

The American Legion Post 7 held its first official Flag Disposal Ceremony in nearly a year and a half earlier in July with more than 100 flags honorably burned. About 45 members, friends, and … more

Good times at Gilbert High

Congratulations to the Gilbert High School Class of 2021. Last week the graduation ceremony was held on the school’s football field Congratulations to the AAA State Championship GHS golf team. … more

Mildred Faye Keisler Shealy

Mildred Faye Keisler Shealy, 90, of Leesville died May 17, 2021. Barr-Price Funeral Home was in charge. more

Taylor, Hall receive top honors from SCBCA

As Will Taylor seeks to add baseball to his football state title won this past year school year, the SC Baseball Coaches Association bestowed him a special honor. The Clemson signee was named … more

SC opposes Biden sex crimes action

The Biden administration has postponed deporting convicted sex offenders in the US illegally. SC Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a coalition of 18 state attorneys general to urge the … more

Town mourns long-time mayor

This week’s Quail’s Roost has both sad and good news to report. 1st, the sad news. The Town of Salley’s longest serving mayor has passed at age 94. Nathan “Bob” Salley served for 25 … more

Help for our veterans

Hundreds of thousands of military members have selflessly dedicated their lives to serving our nation. A little-known way that veterans have made the ultimate sacrifice is by unknowingly putting … more

Be wary of covid, ID theft scams

Now that vaccines are a reality, the FDA is again warning the public about covid-19 related scams. The agency worries that misleading products may keep Americans from seeking treatment or getting … more

Wagener Fire Dept. faces scrutiny

Wagner’s Fire Department did have bank accounts, the town’s mayor says. The accounts are being called into question after a breach in security with 2 town bank accounts. The Lexington … more

Coming Attractions

Our Coming Attractions section allows churches and non-profits to promote their upcoming concerts, revivals, fundraisers, spaghetti suppers and more. Contact me at 803-348-0243 or email … more

Burglary, vandalism suspects sought

Lexington police need help identifying suspects who broke into the Golden Hills Golf & Country Club on Oct. 5. Unknown individuals broke into several buildings on the property and damaged golf … more

Coming Attractions

O ur Coming Attractions section allows churches and non-profits to promote their upcoming concerts, revivals, fundraisers, spaghetti suppers and more. Contact me at 803-348-0243 or email … more

In the beginning

Heap sees, but few knows.” These were the words of Godfrey “Uncle Josh” Harmon. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Lexington County Chronicle & The Dispatch News. The … more

Strength and conditioning

September Major Golf Championships are wonderful. The 2020 US Open was extraordinary and fun. The final round featured 2 of the most interesting players in the game today. Their styles and … more

Football coaches highest paid SC employees

What is a college football coach worth? Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney hauls in a modest $9.3 million a year. Carolina head coach Will Muschamp gets an even more modest $4.2 million. … more

PPP saved 65K jobs here

South Carolina banks closed $5.7 billion in Paycheck Protection Program loans in a just over 90 days. Those loans helped save 650,000, or 1 in 4 jobs. “Our bankers helped 63,000 small-business … more

4 named women of influence

Mayor, airport and non-profit leaders chosen 4 local leaders have been named 2020 Women of Influence. They come from elective office, non-profits and transportation: • Elise Partin, … more

The number’s game in golf

The “Golf Index” is a number used in golf that reflects a golfer’s skill level. Lately I have entered into several intriguing, but rather technical conversations on the topic of math and … more

Support property owners’ rights

Property owners are entitled to the right to decide if they want nuisance cats on their property. You can legally have trespassers or stray dogs removed. You can even have squirrels, raccoons and … more

A child’s hard life

JuJu Ready’s teenage mother gave her to a couple simply not cut out to be parents. JuJu’s saving grace is her Grandma Jean, but even her prayers and unconditional love can’t overcome the … more

Obituaries

James Earl Attaway, 86, of Leesville died April 11, 2020. Barr-Price Funeral Home was in charge. William Robert “Robby” Bates Jr., 64, of Lexington died April 3, 2020, Moseley Funeral Service … more
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