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PLAYING TO WIN

More than any other year, the last 2 weeks of this regular season are critical. Only 2 teams from each SC High School Football region will qualify for the playoffs. So far, 3 Chronicle … more
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Gilbert, Gray Collegiate, Dutch Fork earn post-season bids

In this shortened 2020 SC High School League football season, 3 Chronicle Country teams have already qualified for the playoffs. Dutch Fork, Gilbert and Gray Collegiate Academy are all 3-0 with … more
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Kim and Lorne

Kim and Lorne White’s 9/11 memorial is located at Keisler Road and US 378 in Lexington County. VAL AUGUSTINE| CHRONICLE more

The LEED racket picks our pockets

It’s a shame to see money wasted in the name of energy conservation. That’s what happens when sensible energy-saving measures are wrapped up in politically correct nonsense, gross exaggeration … more
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Summer time and the living is easy

The Summer Solstice came in on Saturday with a surge of heat and humidity. We are in our typical summer time pattern with an occasional shower to offer some relief. The early part of June was more … more
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Local Marines remember a modest hero

Overrun by enemy forces, Marine Sgt. Harold “Speedy” Wilson wouldn’t give up. Under intense enemy fire, he assisted survivors back to friendly lines and resupplied ammunition to the front. … more
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Mobile reading room brings smiles to students

Melanie Thornton got an idea while walking with her son through their Quail Hollow neighborhood. There were lots of children out in their yards, at home because of school closures to help stop … more

Your help is appreciated

It has never been more important than now for all of us to be aware of what’s happening. We thank the 39 people – readers, freelancers and staff – who contributed photos, news, columns and … more

Stay active during social distancing

Social distancing has emerged as a defining term of the corona virus outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention encourages Americans to keep a safe distance from others, generally … more
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Team, Coastal Plain League remain hopeful of starting season on time

A PHOTO | WWW.GOFLASHWIN.COM Liam the Leprechaun walks with youngsters during last year’s Irish Heritage Night celebration at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. The Lexington County Blowfish … more
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NEWS IN BRIEF

Lexington man accused of sexual contact with children Lexington County deputies have arrested a man as part of an investigation into encounters they said he had years ago with young girls. … more

Taxpayers, ratepayers foot the $9.2M cost

2 million electric cooperative member owners face a $4.2 million consulting bill. 8 private firms charged the state more than $9.2 million – $5 million of it covered by taxpayers – for … more
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Powerful group ties regulators to utilities

A powerful trade group serves regulated monopolies and their regulators. The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners is an $11 million non-profit that says it is “dedicated to … more
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DEATH NOTICES

Bradley Thomas Barrett, 33, of West Columbia died Jan. 18, 2020. Caughman-Harman Funeral Home was in charge. Rev. Joseph Daniel Beale, 96, of West Columbia, a Presbyterian pastor, died in … more

Cayce freezes large home development

Cayce City Council has approved 6-month moratorium on residential subdivisions. The moratorium includes applications and the administrative processing for new large-scale multi-family residences … more
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It’s a Dog’s Life

An old miser, because of his exceptional thrift, had no friends. Just before he died he called his doctor, lawyer and minister together around his bedside. “I have always heard you can’t take it … more
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The State wants a taxpayer bailout

Our readers write Why should the taxpayers bail out a privately-owned newspaper? I subscribed to The State newspaper many years ago. I used to write letters to the editor and they … more

Nov. 5 municipal election results

Lexington County residents headed to the polls Nov. 5. 10 municipalities held general elections for town or city council and mayor. Irmo residents voted on a 3-question referendum. That includes … more
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5 questions to ask when planning long-term care

You may not want to consider a time when you might not be able to fully take care of yourself, but the reality is there is almost a 70% chance someone turning 65 today will need some type of … more
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E-cigarette makers seek approval to continue sales

Vaping in Question Special to the Chronicle E-cigarette maker Juul is conducting clinical product trials for federal officials. It hopes the results will convince the … more

Jerome “Jerry” Frank Boykin,

76, of Lexington died Sept. 26, 2019. more

Free boat inspections on Lake Murray

Is your boat safe to launch this Labor Day? The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division will hold courtesy boat inspections ahead of next weekend’s Labor Day … more

Benefit for the children

Infertility awareness: The Oren’s story

health wanted My husband Cody and I got married in August of 2009. I was 20, he was 23. We knew we wanted kids pretty early on, so we began “trying” … more
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New school opens near the airport

Johnny Amous and Brandalyn Harper of Trusted King Transportation Drivers University held a grand opening in the Trade Zone Center across from Columbia Metropolitan Airport. The school prepares … more
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