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Nice guys

You can’t live as long as me without meeting some nice guys in sports. I’ve met my share of jerks, too. Most professional athletes are modest, generous and mature. They realize their talent … more

School cases left in doubt

A state lawmaker has joined the Chronicle in calling for specific covid-19 test report disclosure. In reporting on covid-19 cases among students and teachers in Lexington County, health … more

Help plan our city’s future

Do you want to serve the West Columbia Community? The City of West Columbia is looking for new members for its Planning and Zoning Boards. Apply online at: … more

Explosive growth leads to building changes

Future housing developments in Lexington County may be required to have larger yards and more parking. In January, Lexington County Council passed the 1st reading of Ordinance 20-03 that will … more

Vendors sell their wares

Vendors sell their wares at the Market at Icehouse Saturday. Chronicle photos | Mark Bellune more

Can you make $926 a week on unemployment?

Are you a laid-off employee, self-employed or a contractor? If so, you may soon begin receiving $926 a week in unemployment benefits. This has many small business employers worried that … more

Keep your immune system strong

W e are all taking a hard hit from this corona virus. Most of us are not used to spending this much time indoors and are going stir crazy. I have a plan for you. While we are all … more

A Georgia island reminiscent of a vanished past

MacLeod and Jerry Bellune are often asked about their favorite places. Tybee Island on the Georgia coast is one of them. It reminds them of what Myrtle Beach used to be like before the high rises … more

Luck won’t help you

St. Patrick’s Day brings about many parties and opportunities to have a few drinks. As we lead up to a big weekend for celebrating, LCSD deputies remind you not to drink and drive. If you … more

River flooding closes Cayce Riverwalk

Heavier than normal rainfall is affecting our rivers. The Congaree Riverkeeper reported the Congaree crested at flood stage Sunday morning at just over 29 feet. The water was so high from … more

Obituary Policy:

We accept obituary notices from licensed funeral service providers and from individuals when the notice is accompanied by a valid state death certificate. There are no exceptions to this policy. more

Get your BBQ while you shop

Jeff White has opened a new barbecue restaurant inside the Lexington Walmart. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is the fastest growing franchise in the US with a deal to put them in all Walmarts. … more

It was the first ‘March on Washington’

MARK POWELL’S HOLY COW! HISTORY Another presidential election year is upon us. And sooner or later, some group just may stage a march on Washington … more

Smart geese

the editor talks with you The Canada geese stop by our cove about this time each year. They migrate south for the winter without making airline reservations, standing in … more

Lone nuke reactor shut down

Dominion Energy has shut down its only operating Midlands nuclear reactor due to a leak. Dominion Energy spokesman Ken Holt told WLTXTV that the leak is small, did not escape the site’s … more

. District 5 students show goats

2 students from Lexington-Richland School District 5 took part in the State Fair’s goat showing competition October 20. Rianna Jefferson and Sydney Quattlebaum are seniors at the Center for … more

Candidates announced for open commission seat

Special to the Chronicle The window to apply to work for the Public Service Commission has closed. The PSC has jurisdiction over investor-owned electric and gas utilities, water and sewer … more

Kemper Allen Breeding,

79, of Chapin, died Sept. 26, 2019. Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home was in charge. more

Is your family prepared for hurricane season?

Do you have a plan in the case of severe weather? Severe weather events, like hurricanes, are powerful and can come on quickly, often leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Because … more

Lexington 2 raises taxes for improvements

Lexington District 2 approved a 4.26% tax increase in its $84.3 million budget. The $756,703 increase will go to the addition of 4 middle and high school teachers, elementary and middle school … more

DEATH NOTICES

Kenneth “Kenny” Charles Bogard, of Pelion, has died. Moseley Funeral Service was in charge. Wayne I. Boland, 76, of West Columbia, died April 23, 2019. Thompson Funeral Home was in … more

the editor talks with you

A bit of sage advice for those of us nearing the 2-minute warning. more

The Dec. 1 Authors

The Dec. 1 Authors for Literacy book-signing at the Lexington Main Library was a big success. Authors sold over 50 books for a donation of $360 going to the Turning Pages adult literacy program. … more

news in brief

Batesburg attempted-murderer sentenced Kadarian Rasheem Smith, 19, has been convicted for the home invasion, attempted strangulation, and sexual assault of a 65 year old Batesburg woman. … more

Tailyn’s Story: Thriving with Down Syndrome

health wanted This month is awareness for Down Syndrome. In our genes we carry the codes that help us inherit traits from our mother and father. The nucleus of each … more
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