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Is she really only 12?

the editor talks with you As it is St. Valentine’s Day and you may be in the mood for a love story, please indulge me as I share one with you. I recall the day we … more

Monopoly system breeds corruption

It’s all right to applaud the Public Service Commission for reversing its bone-headed decision to hold SC Electric & Gas executives blameless. How they could do that after all the evidence … more

SCANA must sell property

SCANA’s sale will force it to sell up to $80 million in its properties. That’s required under a settlement with ratepayers’ lawyers, according to Ron Aiken of the SC Office of Regulatory … more

Are payment apps safe?

TECH TALK Have you ever used a payment app? There is no shortage of options. Whether you want to pay for goods from a small business or pay a friend back for lunch, there’s … more

Is it safe to worship in Lexington County?

Mass church and synagogue shootings have many here concerned. The recent one at a Jewish Synagogue in Philadelphia was another frightening tragedy. Some Chronicle readers wonder, “Could … more

HIGH STAKES

THURSDAY MORNING QUARTERBACK Because of Hurricane Florence, high school football season week 10 is not the end of the regular season. It will provide a … more

Stephanie Watson of East Point Academy

Stephanie Watson of East Point Academy was named Teacher of the Month at the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber September Breakfast. Watson is pictured with Richard Skipper, chamber executive … more

RECOGNITION

Special campers learn important skills

Four Lexington area children recently returned home from a week at Camp Sertoma. Located on Lake Hartwell at the Clemson Outdoor Laboratory, the camp puts special focus on children that may have … more

Couple fighting cancer receive new HVAC

AROUND TOWN Cool Care Heating & Air donated a brand new HVAC system to a deserving couple through their Comfort for Heroes campaign. Fire Marshall Terry Mueller of … more

DEATH NOTICES

Samir Bernard Atkins, of West Columbia, has died. Leevy’s Funeral Home was in charge. Valli G. Baker, 68, of West Columbia died July 2, 2018. Martha Ward Chapman, 97, of West … more

One-way streets to ease congestion

Lexington is experimenting with a $2.1 million way to relieve traffic congestion. Its One-Way Pair Project officially launched June 23. Drivers are still adapting to one way traffic on … more

ANNOUNCEMENTS

IRMO A basketball camp is scheduled June 18-21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the school gymnasium for boys and girls ages six to 14. The cost is $40 and the deadline is June 1. Payment … more

Lexington’s Snowball Festival Looks to Bounce Back after COVID-Altered 2020

If you need a little something to get you into the Christmas spirit, the Town of Lexington can help. The Snowball Festival returns this week in earnest after a COVID-altered outing last year. … more

Resolution to celebrate Religious Education Week

Religious Education Week emphasizes the importance of schools like Northside Christian Academy in Lexington. US Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-SC, has introduced a resolution designating this week as … more

WEEK 4 HS FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

SUBJECT TO CHANGE (All Games Start at 7:30 pm) (Friday’s Games) •Brookland-Cayce at Chapin •Dutch Fork at Greenwood •Gilbert at Cheraw •Gray Collegiate at … more

How will Swansea vote in Nov. 2 elections?

Swansea’s municipal election will be one to watch. Mayor Jerald Sanders has been removed from office and charged with embezzling town money. Interim Mayor Woodrow Davis does not plan to … more

Moving over isn’t a courtesy, it’s the law

Every day on roads across Lexington County, law enforcement officers and other first responders put their lives at risk in order to help save lives and keep people safe. Traffic-related … more

Cole Stilwell

Cole Stilwell, our own outdoors writer, recently graduated from Gray Collegiate Academy. He stands with his grandparents Lana and Chuck McCurry more

Betty Lue Hiers

Betty Lue Hiers, 82, of Lexington, died May 20, 2021. Dunbar Funeral Home was in charge. more

Local businessman Bill Mooneyhan dies

Bill Mooneyhan Sr., who owned and operated Mooneyhan’s Auto Service in West Columbia died Saturday, Feb. 27. Bill Mooneyhan Jr. posted on Facebook: “Last night I held my dads hand and … more

Lexington mom ministers to ‘hopeless’ women

Patricia England says Columbia International University’s Diploma in Women’s Leadership “takes you to another level.” England graduated from the program’s inaugural class in 2019. … more

Lawmakers can change Heritage Act

SC lawmakers can change a law that protects controversial monuments with a majority vote. That’s Attorney General Alan Wilson’s opinion. He told the Chronicle that contrary to an … more

Watch your step!

Over the past 4 months, I saw a rise in the number of friends injured from falling. There were so many I began to wonder if that’s why it’s called Fall! Now it’s winter, and I want my … 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
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