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School District 5 seeks to muzzle critic

The years-long battle between District 5 and a former board member hangs on a single thing – silence. Kim Murphy’s lawyer Paul Porter told the Chronicle a proposal to end the district’s … more
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Rainfall shortens Lake Wildcat Invitational

HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL Mother Nature won again Saturday. For the second straight weekend, excessive rainfall affected a local spring sports event on the diamond. … more
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A true Hall of Fame man

GOLF Charwood Country Club hosted the Irmo-Chapin Winter Youth Golf Tour’s season-ending gathering. Close to 150 people and close to 50 families participated this … more
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Are we stupid or what?

State lawmakers have their work cut out for them. At a SC Press Association legislative briefing this month, lawmakers promised they would make public education reform their top priority this … more
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Beloved District 5 director to resign

Lexington-Richland School District 5 Director of Secondary Education, Dr. Akil Ross, will resign in January to pursue speaking to and coaching educators. “During the past year, school systems … more
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SCE&G lawyers delay whistleblower’s testimony

An SC Electric & Gas lawyer’s complaints have shelved whistleblower Carlette Walker’s testimony. A new date for her testimony has not been set. The testimony of SCANA CEO Jimmy … more
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Blended Bakery open in West Columbia

A new food truck has arrived in West Columbia. The Blended Bakery pulled up to the Carolina Food Truck Court on Meeting Street, next to Good Wood Furniture in West Columbia, last Tuesday … more
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Lexington VFW delegate at national convention

Joanne Sullivan represented Lexington Auxiliary 8738 at the 105th National Convention of Veterans of Foreign Wars. Sullivan is president of the SC VFW. She led the state delegation held July … more
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Are you falling apart?

As a personal trainer, I meet a lot of people who experience pain. Sometimes it’s due to an injury or surgery. Sometimes it’s simply from lack of use. With today’s modern … more
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DEATH NOTICES

John Everett “Sonny” Aiken Jr., 84, of Irmo died July 27, 2018. Dunbar Funeral Home was in charge. Scott Alan bush, 56, of Chapin died July 16, 2018 in Huntsville, Ala. Louise … more

Boys State, Girls State teens provide reasons for optimism

students give us hope Hundreds of SC high schoolers get a close-up lesson in how government works as part of the Palmetto Boys State and Palmetto Girls State program. The … more
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Retirement’s downside

LINDA SAuLS & ChuCk MCCurry Local retirement and nursing homes face a new challenge. Retiring baby boomers are leaving them with fewer workers to care for the elderly. … more
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Teach children to love reading

AROUND CHAPIN AND IRMO Summer means more free time for relaxing, hobbies, and reading. Since books, are so important to a child’s education, here are a few steps to help … more
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Cayce doctor faces charges, wants to practice

Dr. Adam Lazzarini faces problems. The Lexington Medical Center hip surgeon is caring for his 5-year-old daughter while dealing with his wife’s death and charges against him. “It’s a … more
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Silver Foxes ‘Shoot for 6(60)’ in Finals’ Matchup with Indians

Getting six for 60. A season which started with the goal of winning an unprecedented sixth state title took on new meaning on Aug. 23 for Dutch Fork football. Senior offensive lineman Jack … more
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Katherine McCants DuBose

Katherine McCants DuBose, 97, of West Columbia died Oct. 14, 2021. Dunbar Funeral Home was in charge. more

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Your weekly Guide to Area Events To submit events, the absolute deadline is Friday before publication. However, it is best to send items at least 2 weeks before your event date by email to … more

Residents: Control growth in county

Lexington County Council heard from residents for 2.5 hours last week on growth issues. Many don’t want to see woodlands and Lake Murray replaced with subdivisions and pavement. Lexington … more
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Scandal that nearly killed Hollywood

Exactly 100 years ago this month, America was engrossed in a scandal. Not just any scandal, either. It was the mother of all Hollywood scandals. In September 1921 a young actress was dead, a major … more

A new team in Swansea

There is another incredible golf story underway and it is unique. This one takes root in Swansea. Cathy Hills, a former University of South Carolina and high school golf coach at several … more
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It’s a Dog’s Life

Labor Day celebrates us working stiffs by giving us a day off – with pay. Here’s a bit of humor to tickle your funny bone whil you cut the grass, do the dishes, walk the dog and clean out … more
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Service dog scam?

I don’t know the gent who was refused service at Five Guys because of his dog. US Service Dogs – I believe it was the name on the certificate he showed WISTV – is a questionable private … more

Meeting business language challenge

East Point Academy will offer students a Spanish Immersion program. Elaine Ruiz, a Spanish teacher with 15 years’ experience, will teach it. Ruiz has an Undergraduate degree from Bob … more
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Hardee Trudell Yonce Jr.

Hardee Trudell Yonce Jr., 85, of Lexington died June 13, 2021. Caughman-Harman Funeral Home was in charge. more
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