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County, SC, US populations rising

Despite covid-19 deaths, our population numbers are rising. The US population hit 330 million, according to US Census Bureau estimates. The 2010 census counted 308,745,538 US residents. … more

Investors sue Santee Cooper

Ex-SCANA executives are waiting for more federal indictments in a $9.8 billion fraud. Now a federal judge has ordered discovery in an investor lawsuit against SCANA’s partner, Santee Cooper. … more
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Big banks blew small business loans

The evidence is in and it is disgusting. Billions of your tax dollars – and those of your grandchildren – were hijacked by big banks and their big corporate customers. This left little loan … more

Cayce-West Columbia Chamber names interim CEO

The Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber of Commerce has appointed Tim James interim president and CEO. James has a long career in management and law enforcement. He has served as Cayce … more

Are there any adults in Washington?

First let me thank you for providing a newspaper that covers Lexington County as well as state and national news. In your editorial, you wrote my thoughts exactly. I’m amazed at “leaders” who … more

Bill would protect new officers’ lives

SC lawmakers aim to stop untrained police officers from patrolling alone. Small police forces often send new officers on patrol as it can take months to get them into the Criminal Justice … more

John W. Daugherty,

89, of Lexington died Feb. 4, 2020. Caughman-Harman Funeral Home was in charge. more

Words matter

Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another. - Napoleon Hill more

Pumpkin Chunkin’ winners

Members of the Inven-Team from the Center for Advanced Technical Studies placed 1st at the Annual Pumpkin Chunkin’ competition Oct. 26. Theta Tau, a professional engineering fraternity at the … more

DEATH NOTICES

Walter Clay Bovain, 63, of Gaston died Nov. 15, 2019. W.B. Crumel Funeral Home was in charge. Mary Jeanette Bragan, of Lexington, died Nov. 19, 2019. Woodridge Funeral Home was in charge. … more

Bowl hopes for USC riding in final 2 games

CHRONICLE SPORTS CORRESPONDENT South Carolina is limping into Saturday’s contest at College Station, Texas after suffering arguably the worst loss of the Will Muschamp era, … more
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Stop naming roads after living people

The John Hardee Expressway Politicians love them. Recognitions, resolutions, proclamations, ribbon-cuttings and photo-ops may be only ceremonial but they pay dividends to win … more
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How to drive down electricity rates

Nuclear Fiasco aftermath Taxpayer-owed Santee Cooper power company is another failed experiment in government-run enterprise. Santee Cooper is actually governed by a small … more
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City honors McClerklin-Motley

AROUND CAYCE, SPRINGDALE & WEST COLUMBIA West Columbia Mayor Bobby Horton presented a resolution from West Columbia City Council recognizing Dr. Shirley McClerklin-Motley … more
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Taking a time machine to the 1950s

Irecently had the privilege of chatting with Leyland Teal about the old Chapin depot. We took a verbal time machine to Chapin in the 1950s and ’60s. The Chapin councilman’s memories … more
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ANNOUNCEMENTS

AIRPORT HIGH SCHOOL Nominations are being accepted through July 15 for the Airport High School Athletic Hall of Fame. The Eagle Club established the Athletic Hall of Fame in 2004 to … more

6 teens arrested in weekend armed robbery

Lexington County deputies arrested 6 teenagers Sunday morning after responding to a reported armed robbery near Rocky Point Recreation Area in Chapin. “The victims were waiting at the dock to … more

Did US lawyers mislead court on ocean testing?

Are federal officials ignoring a judge’s request for ocean oil test updates? Are federal attorneys misleading the judge on Atlantic coast seismic permits? These are questions SC coastal … more
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How to raise electric rates creatively

the nuclear fiasco Regulated utilities such as Dominion and SC Electric & Gas make a return on invested capital. That means they constantly seek ways to borrow more money in … more
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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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Tours

Guided Walking Tours: Enjoy the 12,000 Year History Park on Congaree Creek. Battle of Congaree Creek Tour at 1:00 pm on Mar. 2, 16, and 30; Fort Congaree & 18th Century Trade Tour at 3:00 pm on … more

Lawmakers seek broader ethics probe power

SC lawmakers want tougher ethics laws. ‘This has been driven in part by the forced resignation on ethics charges of Rep. Rick Quinn of Lexington and Sen. John Courson who represented the Irmo … more
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Investor pledges millions to fight Dominion Energy

A Virginia investor plans to spend up to $10 million to try to weaken Dominion Energy’s political influence. According to the online Energy Central News, Michael Bills said the state’s largest … more

Rising interest rates can injure all of us

As the Federal Reserve raises interest rates, the American economy and its citizens have much to consider. 1. As 10-, 5- and 2-year notes come due and must be rolled over, higher rates will mean … more

THE WORLD OUTDOORS:Life on the A.T.

That’s what the hikers call it – the AT (Appalachian Trail). This is a seemingly endless path they will spend 6 months hiking. It spans 2,190 miles up the eastern seaboard from Georgia to Maine. … more
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