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Shoot or shut up

Ever been bored at a high school basketball game when a team holds the ball? Sure it’s an offensive strategy ... but it’s boooring!!! Most of us understand strategy. Coaches and their … more

How to make more money in a pandemic

The real question is not should you but what should you advertise. Take Kentucky Fried Chicken. Even after covid-19 became a pandemic, they ran ads of people licking their fingers in public. … more

Local high school talent now in college return to play this summer

The Lexington County Blowfish begin their season Wednesday, July 1. Due to the corona virus pandemic, the Coastal Plain League delayed the start of their season from the last week of May to the … more
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It’s a Dog’s Life

Some people ask the secret of our long marriage. We take the time to go to a restaurant two times a week: a little candlelight dinner, soft music, and a slow walk home. She goes Tuesdays; I go … more
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William “Bill or W.E.” Etheredge Harsey,

91, of Gaston died Feb. 8, 2020. Culler-McAlhany Funeral Home was in charge. more

South to gain political power in 2020 census

Lawmakers have been told that huge population increases may give SC another congressional seat. “This would be a plus as we would have 1 more voice in Congress,” said SC Sen. Ronnie Cromer … more
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FTC settlements protect consumers

TECH TALK Every month it seems like news breaks of another big scam or data breach. This week I wanted to focus on some positive news. First is the record $191 million … more

Cagle looks to bring success to Gilbert tennis

TENNIS TENNIS For Gilbert boys’ tennis coach Mark Cagle, tennis is really not a new endeavor. It’s a sport he has participated in a long time with his wife playing tennis … more

Your business may pay less in taxes

Good news for business owners. They may pay up to 34% less in unemployment insurance tax rates than in 2019. Gov. Henry McMaster and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce announced … more

COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCORES & SCHEDULES

WEEK 4 RESULTS Clemson 52, Charlotte 10 Missouri 34, South Carolina 14 Coastal Carolina 62, Massachusetts 28 The Citadel 22, Charleston Southern 13 Wofford 49, Elon 10 Furman 45, Mercer 10 … more

Stupid is...

The Sports Grouch Remember Forrest Gump, the not quite bright hero of Winston Grooms’ novel and the Tom Hanks movie. One of his most memorable quotes was “stupid is as … more

Are generic cell phone chargers safe?

TECH TALK Who made your cell phone charger? If it’s not your phone manufacturer, you may be at risk. Electrical Safety First, an electricity safety organization … more

New turn lane opens to ease Lexington traffic

Lexington drivers may now have an easier time getting into town. Commuters can now turn right at the stoplight off exit 61 on I-20 westbound. The new turn lane should relieve congestion … more

Chapin/Newberry, Lexington look to advance in playoffs

The South Carolina American Legion championship finals will take place July 31-Aug. 1 at Segra Park in Columbia. For defending state champion Chapin/Newberry Post 193/24 and Lexington Post 7, … more
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Think before you drink

Koon's Watch The first day of summer officially starts tomorrow and that means it’s time to gather with friends and family for cookouts and barbeques. For many, a big part … more

Sweet as a peach

Local school officials are facing a pay problem. State lawmakers promised public school teachers a pay raise this year. In Lexington 2 in the Cayce and West Columbia area those raises will … more
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Have Opinions?

We welcome your letters Letters to the editor give Chronicle readers a way to raise concerns. Our deadline for letters is 3 pm Friday. Send them to Chronicleletter@gmail.com . more

How a pig changed the way we shop

HOLY COW! HISTORY It’s so easy, you don’t even think about it. You go to your favorite supermarket, compare items on the shelves, take the ones you want, pay for them, … more

A pilgrimage to Simala Church

The Chronicle’s Mark Bel-lune traveled to Cebu, Philippines, recently to see a friend from Lexington. He learned much of the history and culture of the nation of islands in the Pacific — living … more

Events

Book Release: Mar. 10, 3:00 pm at Richland Library, 1431 Assembly St, Columbia, SC 29201. Author and local Author and local historian Rachel Haynie started researching and writing a book several … more

community grows, its hospital should too. And that’s just what we’re doing.

In 2016, Lexington Medical Center launched the largest hospital expansion project in South Carolina history. Our new 10-story patient tower will allow us to take better care of patients, including … more

County leadership class raises $40K

Leadership Lexington County Class of 2018 contributed over $40,000 to the Scooter Scott Project last year. The Scooter Scott Project touches the lives of more than 1,000 families in Lexington County … more
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Sarcasm, typos and snarkiness

HOLY COW! HISTORY Mark Powell is on family leave. This column is reprinted from April, 2014. D o you know how generals, North and South, got … more
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Community celebrated Thanksgiving

Around gilbert & summit Grace Lutheran Church invited the community to the joint Thanksgiving service Tuesday, November 20, at 7 pm. The Rev. John Stirewalt, pastor of … more
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Fall Back Fest builds a community

A setting sun illuminated the lingering clouds. It made for a beautiful Fall Back Fest setting on West Columbia’s State St. last Friday. “An event like this helps build the community” … more
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