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3,000 school children unaccounted for

More than 3,000 children have not been heard from since schools closed in March. The Department of Social Services is enlisting the help of law enforcement to find those that schools have been … more

Veterans work for veterans’ families

The American Legion Riders are veterans and families of veterans who are motorcycle enthusiasts with a desire to give back to their communities and fellow veterans and families. They have 21 … more

A safe time was had by all

W> ere you at the 2020 Lexington Chamber of Commerce Business Lexpo last Thursday, at River Bluff High? This annual event was a different due to the corona virus. All safety precautions were … more

How will your child’s school reopen?

Lexington County school officials are weighing the safest ways for students to return this year. Public health authorities recommend schools maintain 6 feet social distancing in classrooms, … more

And the winner is ...

Congratulations to Chapin native Charli Wessinger who won the election for Lexington County Council District 6. Local elections are where you can make your voice heard at the polls. WE … more

90-YEAR-OLD HERO UNMASKED

Chronicle Advertising Manager Linda Saul’s 90-year-old mother, Vienna Lundy, has made it her mission to join Seamstresses With a Purpose. She has made 100 masks for family, medical workers, school … more

Corona-cation

Maddilyn Hull entertains her family with a juice pouch during the corona virus isolation period. Remember to have a laugh or 2 during these times of uncertainty – it will keep you sane. Send … more

Police chief celebrates 35 years

Last week was a big week for West Columbia Police Chief Dennis Tyndall. He received his 35-year pin at the West Columbia City Council Meeting, Jan. 7. Last Thursday, Jan. 9, was National … more

Walter Columbus Smith Jr.,

98, of Lexington died Dec. 7, 2019, Caughman-Harman Funeral Home was in charge. more

State tries again to get Malfunction Junction bidders

YOUR TAXES AT WORK State transportation officials have been forced to adopt a new Malfuction Junction strategy. They sought design-build bidders unsuccessfully for the … more

Irmo women’s fellowship hosts luncheon

The Salvation Army Church of Irmo recently hosted their 2019 Annual Luncheon for the church’s women’s fellowship club. They are known in 130 countries as The Home League. The guest … more

MTC to UofSC made easier

AROUND TOWN Midlands Tech students will now have an easier time transferring to Uof-SC’s Darla Moore School of Business. In the first 2 years, MTC students will earn … more

Come out and hear me speak!

Around ChApin & irmo Welcome to the 2019-2020 school year!   Students everywhere, public, private, and homeschoolers, have started school! No more sleeping late and the … more

A welcomed homecoming

Gunners Mate 1st Class Lawrence Threatt, of Lexington, talks with his daughter during a homecoming at Naval Station Mayport, Fla. Threatt is assigned to the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock … more

City crews cleaned up storm damage

AROUND CAYCE, SPRINGDALE & WEST COLUMBIA After storms blew down trees and caused a power outage, members of the Westover Acres Community Crime Watch issued “a big thank … more

Don’t miss the Golf Cart Parade

AROUND CAYCE, SPRINGDALE & WEST COLUMBIA Springdale is offering a lot of activities to get you outside this summer.   Planning is in full swing for the Springdale … more

Time to upgrade your entire system?

Do you have an older computer using Microsoft Windows software? You’ll need to update your computer.   On May 14, Microsoft announced a computer bug it had just patched. Hackers had not … more

Saluda River theater group earns ‘Superior’ rating

The Bobcat Players Principal Cast from Saluda River Academy For The Arts brought home top honors from the South Carolina Theatre Association. The group earned a superior rating during the … more

A traffic nightmare in the making

Where can you build a much needed middle school in fast-growing Lexington? We would like to think there is enough open land in the district that you would not have to build it on one of the … more

New senator faces GOP challenges

Statehouse Republicans don’t seem to be giving up on Sen. Dick Harpootlian. The former Democratic prosecutor beat Republican Benjamin Dunn to win Republican Sen. John Courson’s seat … more

It’s a Dog’s Life

Are you making a bucket list? If so, be sure to put these all-American places on your places to go before you die. Beer Bottle Crossing, Idaho Whynot, North Carolina Chicken, Alaska Satan’s … more

State repairs fewer potholes

Who do you believe about pot hole patching? State officials claim they patched about 411,000 potholes statewide in the 1st year of the gas tax hike. If accurate, that’s an average of … more

New school going up in Gilbert

Around gilbert & summit Anew elementary school will be built in 2019 in Gilbert on U.S. 1. The land that was purchased in September 2017 is now being cleared for the new … more

Gilbert golf story Part II

GOLF Dru Nix had an idea. It was simple. She wanted to start a Gilbert High School girls’ golf team. The challenges were plentiful. There was no … more

Boost in brawn and brain power

It was tough being away from family and friends for 10 weeks. But Lexington Police Lt. Matt Timmerman aced the FBI National Academy’s rigorous training. Timmerman was excited to be … more
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