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It’s a Dog’s Life

When we watch the television news, we find that our highways aren’t safe, our streets aren’t safe, our parks aren’t safe… but under our arms we’ve got complete safety protection. … more
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Second printing of WWII vet stories planned

The third Wednesday of the month is a highly anticipated day for me. It is the day the Dutch Fork Chapter of the South Carolina Genealogical Society meets. During the summer the group met at the … more
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Business fee drives business to Irmo

Lexington County business leaders are concerned about the impact of taxes. They pay more because of a state law exempting homeowners from some property taxes. They pay business taxes in … more
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DEATH NOTICES

Maggie Irene Bedenbaugh “Billie”, 88, of Irmo died May 23, 2019. Thompson Funeral Home was in charge. Ray Donnell “Don” Borders, 80, of Batesburg died May 22, 2019. Elmwood Funeral … more

Lady Eagles defeat Fort Mill 9-6 for 1st state title

UNDEFEATED CHAMPIONS Chapin High students, teachers and alumni express this adage to describe their athletics program. “You can’t spell Champion without … more
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History’s saddest dog was named Joy

HOLY COW! HISTORY Of the many sad stories scattered throughout history, few are sadder than the tale of the Romanovs. Driven from the throne their ancestors had occupied … more

Ruritan learns about Patriot Guard

Around pelion Agood crowd attended the January meeting of the Pelion Ruritan Club. The guest speaker was Mr. L. Z. Harrison with the SC Patriot Guard Riders. He spoke about … more
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5 ways to raise a confident child

From taking steps toward the stairs to learning that bubbles don’t taste good, exploration is a part of development for babies and young children. While it’s an exciting time, it also can be … more
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Critics appealing PSC decision

Opponents will appeal SC regulators’ ruling in the SCANA case. They were to appeal the decision this week on numerous grounds, said SC Small Business Chamber CEO Frank Knapp, an intervenor in … more

Family storytellers leave a legacy

Local author Kathy Widener has just published the 2nd volume of stories about early days in southwest Lexington County. In this Q&A, she tells Chronicle Editor Emeritus Jerry Bellune about her … more

Lexington County among most generous in state

Take a bow, Lexington County charity donors. You are among the most giving counties in South Carolina. A study by online Smart-Asset ranked Lexington County 7th in the state for charitable … more
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Peanuts and parades

Blast from the past at Brooklyn-Cayce

Folks at Brookland-Cayce High School had been trying to guess for weeks its contents. A mysterious box was found behind the “Class of 1931” brick during auditorium renovations. The … more

DEATH NOTICES

David Lee Andrews, 76, of Cayce died Sept. 24, 2018. Barr-Price Funeral Home was in charge. Steven H. Barnes Sr., 67, of Lexington died Sept. 24, 2018. Thompson Funeral Home was in charge. … more

Time to reset for fall

Now that summer is essentially over, we are all getting back into more of a routine. It’s time to think about what we want to achieve with our new “normal.” This is a perfect time to … more
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School started with a Prayer Walk

AROUND GHAPIN & IRMO Welcome back to the adventure of a new school year to all students and teachers! A big thank you for all those who came out for the Back to School prayer … more
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The Little Miss & Teen Miss South Carolina Pageant

The Little Miss & Teen Miss South Carolina Pageant was held this month in Hartsville, SC. The pageant had 153 contestants from across South Carolina compete during the week. The winner of SC’s … more

Woman’s Club to sponsor market

AROUND PELION The Pelion Woman’s Club will sponsor a Farmers & Craft Market June 23, 8 am-1 pm. If you are interested in obtaining a table for this event, contact … more
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Regulators: What has SCANA got to hide?

nuke fiasco aftermath Regulators say SCANA Corp. is hiding the truth. Office of Regulatory Staff officials want what SCANA and its SC Electric & Gas subsidiary gave … more
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Lexington survives the revolution

lexington yesterday Amovement was afoot in the colonies. The king was an ocean away. The colonial government was on the coast and the backcountry was filling with settlers … more

DEATH NOTICES

Annie Holland (Leesville, 84), Theresa Lacy (Chapin, 72), Thomas Clark (Columbia, 76), Richard Wooten (Columbia, 76), Deborah Book (Lexington, 63), Andrew Philson (Lexington, 52), Doris Monts (Irmo, … more

County best in low unemployment claims

Lexington County has the lowest number of unemployment claims – 43 – of the state’s 5 largest counties in October’s 1st week. The state had 1,157 initial unemployment claims filed for … more

Robert Joseph Ciehanski

Robert Joseph Ciehanski, 94, of Lexington died Sept, 20, 2021. Caughman-Harman Funeral Home was in charge. more

Take the heat or try another country

I want to complement you 200% for your comments regarding the reader who wasn’t renewing his subscription. If he can’t take the heat, he needs to try another country and see how he likes it. … more

WEEK 0 HS FOOTBALL IN CHRONICLE COUNTRY

Lexington High running back Jonah Hall against West Florence this past Friday. He finished with 107 rushingx yards and 2 touchdowns in the 42-33 loss to the Knights in non-region play. PHOTO | … more
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