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Mary Ann Wade

Mary Ann Wade, 86, of Lexington died Feb. 16, 2020. Woodridge Funeral Home was in charge. more

Despite brain tumor, chamber chairwoman carries on

Tina Washington has had a tumultuous year. Just over 4 months ago, Washington had brain surgery to remove an oligodendroglioma tumor. “It was Sept. 23, during Hurricane Dorian,” … more

Pay for Play

Should promoters profit from athletes’ names and likenesses but not the athletes themselves? Frankly, it makes no sense to let people make money off athletes without the athletes getting paid … more

Celebrate at museum holiday open house

AROUND LEXINGTON COUNTY As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we are thankful for many blessings. John F. Kennedy says “as we express our gratitude we must never forget that … more

The Rev. Gary R. Farmer,

85, of West Columbia died Nov. 9, 2019. Barr-Price Funeral Home was in charge. more

Like working from home?

LINDA SAuLS & ChuCk MCCurry More companies are letting their employees do their jobs remotely. That has prompted some workers to move to Lexington County. The South … more

Irregular weather on tap in Chapin

Around ChApin & irmo Is the Fall season here? If you are new to the Palmetto State, you will discover that from October to December we can experience three seasons … more

West Columbia opens Interactive Art Park

Lexchront@yahoo.com It was a testament to West Columbia’s revitalization. The city cut a ribbon opening the new Interactive Art Park last week. West Columbia Mayor Bobby Horton … more

2 more schools threatened

3 school threats were reported in Lexington District 1 within 10 days. On Aug. 12, an unnamed 16-year-old White Knoll High student made online threats to shoot up the school and kill himself. … more

Fireflies in danger of extinction?

We saw some twinkling in the woods the other night. It was a rare and welcome sight, although we used to see hundreds of them in summer just after dark. Whatever we call them, fireflies or … more

LEXINGTON COUNTY BASEBALL STADIUM ACTION

ALL PHOTOS BY THOMAS GRANT JR. | CHRONICLE more

Beekeeping is a sweet job

Around ChApin & irmo Oh , honey! I spent a part of one day playing with honey and hungry honeybees! My sisters are 4th generation beekeepers. I got to participate … more

How to get rid of email spam

TECH TALK The best scam email I’ve ever gotten read as follows: Dear beneficiary, I have been mandated to inform you that, “Yvonne … more

Are you sitting your way to an early death?

Then stand, and take a walk. It’s better for you. We sit more than ever, and the habit starts young. A national study found computer use has contributed to a more sedentary lifestyle over … more

Residents revolt against runaway growth

A proposed ordinance to restrict high density development is gaining support. Over 200 people filled the Lexington County Council chambers last week to support Ordinance 19-03. Its sponsor, … more

Who says women can’t compete in highland games?

JerryBellune@yahoo.com Competing sounded like a good idea to Katie and Diana Hall of Red Bank. Katie’s husband David last year decided he wanted to compete in the Tartan Day … more

Career fair at B-L High School

The B-L Rotary Club sponsored its annual Career Fair at B-L High School Feb. 5. More than 40 businesses and agencies participated in the event, which was a collaborative effort between Rotary … more

Lexington Medical Center

Lexington Medical Center employees dressed in red Feb. 1 to support heart disease awareness. To test your heart health knowledge, go to www.LexMed.com/know . more

Ease into your fitness goals

Setting new health and wellness goals is pretty popular in January. All of those “New Year - New You” campaigns can get you pumped up and off the couch. If you find yourself motivated … more

The Old West’s last outlaw

HOLY COW! HISTORY Mark Powell is on family leave. This columb is reprint from 2016. You know Jesse James and Billy the Kid. You’ve watched “Butch … more

A decision that changed her life

our readers write Ashlee Hayes has a job she loves as a software developer and a paycheck larger than what she used to make. That’s due to graduating from Midlands Technical … more

Congaree river walk Saturdays

The City of Cayce offers guided walks along the Congaree on Saturdays. In 1 square mile you’ll see cultural and natural evidence of 12,000 years of life on the river’s banks. National … more

An afternoon for redfish

Down South Down South It’s been at least 40 years since I last fished. That drought ended August 22. Out onto Port Royal I went with Beaufort fishing guide, Capt. Tuck … more

Furry Friends

There are a lot of myths about housetraining a new puppy. I hope to give you some tips to make it easier. The nice thing is that nature has helped make your puppy receptive to house … more
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