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Coming off historic season, Gilbert looks to build on success

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL The Gilbert High School football team took to the field for their Spring Game at Leonard Price Field on May 23. Spring games are always a chance to … more
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Get on the Peace Train

It was 50 years ago this past November in 1971 that Cat Stevens wrote his famous song “Peace Train.” What is it about trains that are so peaceful? I got a train set for Christmas when I was … more
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Francis Marion Sturkie

Francis Marion Sturkie, 80, of Gaston died Sept. 28, 2021. Culler-McAlhany Funeral Home was in charge. more

September’s strange Straw Hat Riot

Fashion fads come and go. But rarely do they lead to violence. Rarer still do they trigger a riot. Yet that’s exactly what happened exactly 99 years ago this month. It’s a tale both hard to … more

Charles Edward “Eddie” Taylor Jr.

Charles Edward “Eddie” Taylor Jr., 76, of West Columbia died July 17, 2021. Caughman-Harman Funeral Home was in charge. more

How should your child return to school?

Health officials are offering parents guidelines for a safe return to school. The Centers for Disease Control issued its advice for K-12 schools 2 weeks before Lexington County schools begin … more

SPORTS GROUCH: NCAA loses case - now it’s time to play

Don’t bet the NCAA won’t resist a little thing like a Supreme Court ruling. NCAA boss Mark Emmert said he will appeal to the US Congress for help in refusing to pay college athletes. It … more

District 5 announces Teacher, Support Employee of the Year

Lexington-Richland School District 5 announced its new Teacher of the Year and Support Employee of the Year during a May 25 ceremony. Jennifer Metts, a school counselor at Oak Pointe Elementary … more

Is ignorance really bliss?

Whoever said, “What you don’t know won’t hurt you”? This adage usually holds only a temporary truth. Once when we were on vacation, we did not know that a pipe had burst in our … more
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Isabell Lydia Ritnour Protheroe

Isabell Lydia Ritnour Protheroe, 98, of Irmo died May 4, 2021. Temples-Halloran Funeral Home was in charge. more

COLLEGE SIGNING

Pelion’s Rebekka Braziel signed to play tennis at Converse. PHOTO | GILBERT HIGH SCHOOL more

GRAY COLLEGIATE BOYS WIN AT NIKE PALMETTO CUP

The Gray Collegiate boys soccer team was crowned Group A champions of the Nike Pelmetto Cup held April 5-7 at Saluda Shoals Park in Irmo. The War Eagles placed 2-0-1 and finished with 23 points. … more

Lexington man charged with arson

Deputies have arrested a Lexington man accused of intentionally setting fire to 2 abandoned buildings last week. Corey Wayne Roscow, 28, is charged with 2 counts of 3rd-degree arson, according … more

Pair arrested on gun charges

A Columbia man and woman were arrested last week on multiple charges after detectives said the pair conspired to steal guns while employed by a shipping company. Keith Alexander … more

Vaccines are waiting for most of us

Are you registered for your covid-19 vaccination? This virus continues to be a concern for most of us. Last week I felt so fortunate to receive the 1st dose. I commend Lexington Medical Center … more
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$65M awarded in SC CARES grants

Nearly 3,000 SC small businesses and nonprofits will receive federal corona virus relief funds. The SC Department of Administration announced 2,970 applicants for the SC Cares Act Relief Grant … more
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Runners honor fallen friends

SAFE runners continue day 3 of a 7-day running and cycling marathon. The group SAFE Lexington, which stands for “streets are for everyone,” formed last spring after Lexington County runners John … more

5 downfalls of probiotics

I f you are taking a probiotic, you may experience unwanted symptoms. Side effects are normal when dealing with gut health. Probiotic supplements and foods may lower risk of infections, … more
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SC HIGH SCHOOL LEAGUE COMPETITIVE CHEER ACTION

The Gilbert High School competitive cheer team in the SC High School League Class 3A qualifier for Midlands and Lower State schools held Monday at Lower Richland High School. The Lady Indians, along … more

Eagle Scout donates to covid-19 response

A Lexington County Eagle Scout is helping in the fight against covid-19. Christopher Blake donated $1,492 for the Lexington Medical Center Foundation Covid-19 Response Fund. Christopher is … more

Kennedy Fair of

Kennedy Fair of Lexington wins Little Miss South Carolina 2020. She is the daughterof Russ and Kimberly Fair. The Little Miss & Teen Miss South Carolina Pageant was held recently in Hartsville, … more

11 reasons to eat more watermelon

Watermelon is a summertime staple. While it’s well-known for its ability to keep you cool and hydrated, there are tons of other health perks associated with this popular fruit that are not as … more
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24-hour crockpot barbecue

You don’t need to stay up all night feeding chips into your smoker to enjoy this. 2 medium onions 4 to 5 pound Boston butt pork roast 2 cups water 6 cloves 16 oz bottle … more
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Pictures out of our past

Do you remember Deluxe Cleaners in, West Columbia? Margaret Causey is the owner of Old Mill Antique Mall. Her mother bought the building at 310 State St. more than 36 years ago. Upstairs in the … more
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Clemson’s Swinney still belives in collegiate model

Last week, the NCAA paved the way for the landscape of college athletics to be changed forever in approving a path for athletes to earn compensation through their name, image and likeness. … more
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