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Jofreida Derrick Hooker,

85, of Irmo died Feb. 3, 2020. Dunbar Funeral Home was in charge. more

We welcome your letters

With letters to the editor, please include your name, address, and telephone number for verification. Your telephone number and address will not be published. Our deadline for letters is 2 p.m. … more

Girls to showcase talents

South Carolina Farm Bureau is the state’s largest general farm organization. It was established to help keep family farms in business, to keep rural lifestyles thriving, and to keep food … more

We gather together to ask the Lord’s blessing

Senior Living In 1863 President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national Thanksgiving Day to be held each November. In 1942 Congress proclaimed that Thanksgiving Day … more
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COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCORES AND WEEK 12 SCHEDULE

WEEK 11 RESULTS Shorter 37, Allen 7 Lane 30, Benedict 23 The Citadel 31, E. Tenn. State 27 Clemson 55, N.C. State 10 Louisiana-Lafayette 48, Coastal Carolina 7 Furman 60, VMI 21 Florida … more

Marking time

Whenever I talk to someone about a good story they are itching to share I tell them I write for the Lexington Chronicle and Dispatch News. “Oh, yes, The Dispatch News.” They exclaim. That’s … more
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We welcome your letters

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It’s a Dog’s Life

By Scoop Bellune ute there, I thought I’d gone deaf.” 10 Reasons that Beer is Better than Religion 10. You won’t be killed if you don’t drink beer. 9. Beer … more

Hospital takes novel approach to protect patients

Did you know that copper can destroy germs and reduce infection risks? In its new patient care tower, Lexington Medical Center has installed copper to reduce the risk and spread of infections. … more
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County may ban plastic bags

To ban or not to ban plastic bags? That’s the question Lexington County Council is asking. Lexington could join many other counties and towns that have either banned or placed a charge … more
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Look what summer has in store

Summer will be a season of new beginnings in West Columbia. Primal Gourmet will open in June and Bricks and Stones Pizza Company in July. Chayze Lounge has already opened, and the New … more
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Donation helped fund Dist. 1 lab

AROUND TOWN Lexington School District 1 has a new learning space thanks to a donation from BB&T. BB&T donated $50,000 toward the project which … more
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Senators vote for $115M Panthers tax break

Dick Harpootlian isn’t finished with questions about the Carolina Panthers’ $115 million tax break. The ex-prosecutor and senator who represents the Irmo area said lawmakers fast-tracked … more

Remembering Raymond

the editor talks with you Less than an hour after we closed the sale of the Dispatch News Sept. 6, 1984, Raymond Caughman and R.W. McCormick came calling. I was amazed. No one … more

Lexington to get another grocery

Publix is planning to open a GreenWise Market here. It will be one of several new locations throughout the South, according to SuperMarket News. At around 25,000 square feet, GreenWise … more
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A classic adventure bears life lessons

Chronicle Editor Emeritus Jerry Bellune recommends you read Ernest Hemingway’s most memorable book, “The Old Man and the Sea,” a tale worthy of a place on the shelf with the Iliad and the … more

Matchbox cars and baseball cards

Senior Living Parents and grandparents need to teach children to collect things the right way. Growing up in the 1960s I had two collections: matchbox cars and baseball … more

Competition could lower electric rates

Competition can lower Lexington County ratepayers’ electricity costs. Century Aluminum negotiated a 2-year contract with taxpayer-owned Santee Cooper to allow its Goose Creek plant to buy 75% … more
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What to ask yourself

words to the wise A couple of years ago I heard two guys who refer to themselves as “The Minimalists” share 2 questions we should all ask when we are about to take on additional … more

NIB Games

SPORTS GROUCH So Gamecock star Deebo Samuel will sit out the Belk Bowl Saturday. So what? That sounds smart to me. Why endanger several zillion dollars in a National Football … more

Parade of Lights update

The Greater Cayce – West Columbia Chamber of Commerce 2018 Holiday Parade of Lights is Saturday. The parade was originally scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 8, but was postponed due to adverse … more

. It’s a Dog’s Life

Q: If April showers bring may flowers, what do mayflowers bring? A: Pilgrims! Q: Why are ghosts such good cheerleaders? A: Because they have a lot of spirit! Q: What does a … more
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Author receives Order of the Palmetto

South Carolina author, editor, and speaker Tom Poland has received South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. The Order of the Palmetto was first awarded in 1971 by Gov. John C. West. The honor … more
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South of the Border

“Mexico by Motorcycle: An Adventure Story and Guide” will satisfy the armchair traveler. Ex-pats recommend William Kaliher’s book for those exploring beyond the tourist enclaves. … more

The tricks of the speaking trade

BEHIND THE MIKE IPart 1 of 4 have had the good fortune to be in professional speaking since 1974 when I delivered my first paid speech for a fee of $25 to a … more
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