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The outhouse flower

I remember Mom talked of a flower with a strange name, hollyhocks. She talked flowers a lot mentioning dahlias, Cape jasmines, which go by jasmines, gardenia, and a fancy scientific name, … more
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10-digit calling in 803 area code

803 area code customers will need to use the area code in addition to the 7-digit phone number in making local calls. The move to 10-digit calling is due to the new 839 area code that will cover … more

Virus shuts down Senate

Lexington County senators got this week off. Senate President Harvey Peeler declared the Senate adjourned during the covid-19 pandemic. Peeler said he would call the Senate back into … more
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378 back open in Lexington

Lexington's Sunset Blvd (US 378) is now open after a gas leak closed it Friday afternoon. From the LPD: TRAFFIC UPDATE: Sunset Boulevard is now OPEN! Thank you for your patience and … more

4-H horse show is Saturday

Around rEd BAnK This Saturday, January 18, at the Red Bank Equine Complex (the horse side of the Red Bank Arena park on Nazareth Road) there will be a Country Springs 4-H … more
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Prodigal parents

the editor talks with you If you had loving, supportive parents, thank God or your lucky stars. Not all of us are so fortunate. I’m not complaining. I won the … more
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John Beryl Gaskins III,

66, of Lexington died Dec. 1, 2019. Moseley Funeral Service was in charge. more

Coming Attractions

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

Your family emergency plan

Koon's Watch Hurricane and storm season is at its strongest through October. Does your family have a plan in place? Don’t wait until it’s too late and you’re … more
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Water safe despite funny taste, smell

Your tap water taste or smell strange? You’re not alone. Residents of West Columbia, Lexington and other areas served by the Lake Murray Water Treatment Plant have complained that their … more
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Two people can run for town council

Around pelion The Pelion Town Council will have two openings when terms expire in November, 2019. Filing for the election opens at noon August 16 and closes at noon August … more
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It’s a Dog’s Life

Q: What does the Lone Ranger say when he takes out the garbage? A: To the dump, to the dump, to the dump dump dump. Q: How many books can you put in an empty backpack? A: One! After that its not … more
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Winning Peach Festival recipes

1st Place - Peach Cobbler Denise F. Birt 6 Cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced Peach Glaze 4 medium peaches, peeled and mashed … more

Local students get awards, scholarships

KAY COLLINGS kaycollings@earthlink.net Around pelion Forts Pond Elementary School held Awards Day for K-2 and grades 3-4 May 29 and 30. Fifth grade graduation was held June 4. … more

Attend a local memorial service

AROUND LEXINGTON COUNTY May has been a busy month with many happenings. We close out the month with three Memorial Day events to remember those who sacrificed for our … more
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COLLEGE SIGNINGS

Stagecoach Mary delivered the mail

HOLY COW! HISTORY The Old West seemed to breed larger than life legends. Wild Bill Hickock. Wyatt Earp. Billy the Kid. Calamity Jane. The list goes on and on. … more

Students treat seniors to party

Around gilbert & summit Gilbert High’s CREW class gave Gilbert-Summit Sneiro Center members a late Valentine’s Day party last week. GHS teacher Lark Widener, … more
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Beware of tax scammers

Koon's Watch Year-end tax documents are starting to arrive in your mailbox. That means tax scam season is also here. Tax refund fraud and scams are expected to cost … more

B-L High School students make history

A handful of Batesburg-Leesville High School students have made history. The Law II students became the first in Lexington District 3 to earn their Emergency Telecommunicator Certifications. … more
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A brother’s gift with a high price tag

our readers write Chronicle reader John Wayne Parrish emailed this for other readers. Many years ago, when I worked as a volunteer at a hospital, I got to know a little … more

Should you drink water or soda?

health wanted What should I drink? Most of us battle this decision every day. We may consider what flavor will quench our thirst or what we’re in the mood for. What if you … more

Sharing pearls of wisdom

BEHIND THE MIKE During the fall, I have the privilege of doing ball boy duties for my son Cory, who is a high school football coach in St. Cloud, Fla. Freshmen, junior … more

GO!

Commercial/Paid Events: We offer opportunities for promoters of paid ticket events to advertise in GO! listings and display advertising. GO! calendar entry for paid events is $20 for the first 20 … more

STRONG STARTS

THURSDAY MORNING QUARTERBACK The number 4 is pretty prominent this week. While it’s called Week 3, this is actually the 4th week of Chronicle Country … more
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