September 19, 2024

| 11/22/23 10:04 AM

The Catch-Up: Pawmetto Lifeline seeks Midlands-wide requirement for microchip, spay/neuter

Pawmetto Lifeline is pushing to make the microchip requirement the status quo across the Midlands, along with making sure animals are spayed/neutered. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 11/22/23 09:35 AM

Lexington County’s first 18-year-old jail deputy talks about the experience

The now 19-year-old told the Chronicle that he had been taking classes during school that revolved around law enforcement, adding that upon becoming a detention deputy he was surprised by the difference between roadside law enforcement and detention. more

By Kailee Kokes

| 11/22/23 09:02 AM

Gaston man accused of attempting to kill man, endangering child

A Gaston man is accused of trying to kill another man during a Nov. 16 shooting. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 11/20/23 07:34 PM

Lane closures coming as I-20/U.S. 1 interchange work continues near Lexington

A closure is coming as the state Department of Transportation continues improvement work on a key interchange near downtown Lexington. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 11/20/23 07:01 PM

Pair of Lexington County teams win state cheerleading competitions

Two teams from Lexington County captured state titles on Saturday during the South Carolina High School League competitive cheer championships. more

By Jacob Phillips

| 11/20/23 01:49 PM

Why workers at a Lexington Starbucks joined last week’s national ‘Red Cup Day’ strike

A Lexington Starbucks was the only one in South Carolina to take part in a nationwide strike last week. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 11/20/23 09:20 AM

White Knoll’s remarkable culture shift on firm display as it clinches Lower State berth

With an undefeated season and now three playoff wins, the culture shift in White Knoll’s football program can’t be overstated. more

By Kevin Oliver

| 11/18/23 09:56 AM

Dutch Fork defeats Gaffney, advances to Upper State final

The Dutch Fork Silver Foxes advanced to the upper state final Friday night after a commanding 35-10 win over Gaffney, keeping the team’s hopes of defending its 2022 title alive. more

By Jacob Phillips

| 11/18/23 02:48 AM

Lexington County receives strong public support for new apartment, ‘tiny home’ restrictions

Lexington County Council’s move to put restrictions on new apartment complexes and multi-family housing projects received widespread support at a public hearing held Nov. 15. more

By Al Dozier

| 11/17/23 11:00 AM

Lexington Mexican restaurant looks to reopen, Irmo Hwy 55 explains closure

El Amanecer has been closed for a couple of months, according to the restaurant’s Facebook page. more

By Natalie Szrajer

| 11/17/23 10:02 AM

SC High School League approves multiplier to address competitive balance

Big changes are coming to high school sports after the South Carolina High School League executive committee approved a plan on Wednesday to address concerns over competitive balance. more

By Jacob Phillips

| 11/16/23 04:46 PM

FBI opens Lexington facility, consolidating area operations under one big roof

The FBI is officially operating out of the Town of Lexington. more

By Kailee Kokes

| 11/16/23 03:45 PM

Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Nov. 16

Things to do in Lexington County. more

11/16/23 01:59 PM

Chapin leadership group teaches skills for success on and off the field

Chapin football defensive coordinator Ryan Cole had always told his players they needed to be leaders, but one day two years ago, he realized they had never been taught how to do it. more

By Jacob Phillips

| 11/16/23 12:19 PM

Postseason football, cross country stars win Athlete of the Week honors

This latest Athlete of the Week honors go to two stars who led their teams with big performances in high-stakes contests, one in football and the other in cross country. more

By Jacob Phillips

| 11/16/23 11:49 AM

New mayors to take office in Lexington, Irmo, incumbents stay on in West Columbia, Cayce

Following Nov. 7’s municipal elections, two of Lexington County's four largest municipalities have new mayors. more

By Kailee Kokes

| 11/16/23 09:59 AM

New council members set to take office in Lexington, Cayce, Irmo and Batesburg-Leesville

Multiple municipalities saw shake-ups on their city/town council following elections on Nov. 7. Cayce, Lexington, Irmo and Batesburg-Leesville all saw seats change hands. more

By Kailee Kokes

| 11/16/23 09:38 AM

Lexington Police, Serve and Connect continue Thanksgiving outreach event

Six years ago, the Lexington Police Department first helped people in the community receive a Thanksgiving meal while als providing resources to live a better life. more

By Natalie Szrajer

| 11/16/23 09:09 AM

The Catch-Up: Officials commemorate early completion of coal tar clean-up

Governor Henry McMaster and other prominent officials marked the recent completion of coal tar removal from the bed of Congaree River Nov. 13. more

By Kailee Kokes

| 11/15/23 04:32 PM

James Williamson Athey

James “Jim or Jimmy” Williamson Athey passed away peacefully at home with his beloved wife, Bobbie and children at his side on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. Born in Breckenridge, Texas, on Dec. … more

11/15/23 04:24 PM

How to vote in Gilbert’s Town Council runoff

The Lexington County Registrations and Elections Office has announced details for the runoff election to decide the winner of the second of two seats on Gilbert Town Council that were up for grabs in the Nov. 7 election. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 11/15/23 03:46 PM

Handgun found in book bag of Irmo High student

A student was found with a handgun Tuesday, Nov. 14 at Irmo High School. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 11/15/23 03:20 PM

Lexington boys and girls finish with in Top 4 at SC cross country championships

Lexington High’s cross country teams finished just short of capturing state titles in both the boys and girls championship meets, held Nov. 11 at Newberry College. more

By Jacob Phillips