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Who benefits in urban rioting?

The Latin phrase “cui bono” means “who benefits?” Whenever there is a controversy, it is a fair question to raise: Who benefits? The outcry by millions of people over the tragic death of … more

Can districts afford to reopen schools?

Educators are concerned about the cost of safely reopening SC’s public schools. School busing, classroom and cafeteria safety proposals could cost millions of dollars the districts don’t … more

Violent groups oppose surprise police raids

Breonna Taylor and her boyfriend Kenneth Walker were asleep in their Louisville, KY, apartment . Just before 1 am March 13, plainclothes Louisville police officers executing a drug search … more

Bureaucrats

I’ll be among the 1st to admit I’m no fan of bungling sports bureaucrats. The National Collegiate Athletic Association would be among the worst if it wasn’t for the International Olympic … more

Museum celebrates 50 years

F riends of the Lexington County Museum celebrated the museum’s 50th birthday in grand style Saturday evening. This milestone occasion was held at Lexington’s Municipal Complex with a record … more

Flu deadlier than corona virus here

Lexington County residents worrying about corona virus can rest easy for now. The Center for Disease Control has reported no cases of the virus in South Carolina. At press time Tuesday, … more

Fort Blunder was a costly mistake

MARK POWELL’S HOLY COW! HISTORY We all make mistakes. To err is human, right? Sometimes flowers are inadvertently planted or fences built on … more

Kids’ gift distribution is Friday

Around pelion The Pelion Women’s Club will distribute gifts for the Children’s Christmas Tree Friday, December 20, from 6 to 8 pm at the community center. Happy … more

BACK FOR #4

THURSDAY MORNING QUARTERBACK A 28-minute drive separates Dutch Fork High School and Williams-Brice Stadium. For the school’s senior football players, it has … more

Are Riverbanks lights the best?

AROUND TOWN LINDA: 467-0334 ChuCk: 348-0243 lexingtonchronicle@gmail.com Riverbanks Zoo and Garden staff are gearing up for the 32nd annual Lights Before Christmas. The … more

Tax breaks for military veterans

Military veterans or military personnel may be eligible for breaks on income, property and other taxes. Veterans under the age of 65 can claim state tax exemptions up to $14,600 of military … more

WEEK 4 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL RESULTS

Dutch Fork 49, Blythewood 13 White Knoll 68, Gray Collegiate 42 Chapin 41, Spring Valley 38 (OT) Lexington 20, Batesburg-Leesville 19 Patrick Henry 52, Northside Christian 20 Swansea 33, Calhoun … more

$5M emergency complex opens

AROUND TOWN _| LINDA: 467-0334 ChuCk: 348-0243 The Lexington County Emergency Service Complex East Region Headquarters opened with a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony Friday … more

The must-haves for going back to school

You don’t have to pick between form and function when gearing up for the new school year. Make the grade with these stylish back-to-school must-haves: • Going green: One easy way for … more

You can take your pet to 6 state parks

Some State Parks will allow your pets next year. Starting January 1, pets will be allowed in certain cabins and villas at select parks in South Carolina. You can reserve cabins for next year for … more

Divine Drama Ministry

Church Buzz Debra Leopard and Mark DiNovo created a ministry to dramatize the Bible and make it more relevant. Debra, who has a masters degree in theater, has been … more

Author shares God’s secrets of identity and purpose

Tony Col-son is author of Unlocking Your Divine DNA and pastor of Icon Church in the St. Andrews area. Identity Shift: The Change That Changes Everything is a powerful book. It gets to … more

Does District 1 have something to hide?

Freedom of Information A member of the Board of Trustees of Lexington District 1 has had her requests for access to school district financial records denied by the school … more

West Columbia honors volunteers

AROUND CAYCE, SPRINGDALE & WEST COLUMBIA Ms . Bernice Smith Wells was recognized by West Columbia Mayor Pro-Tem Tem Miles and West Columbia City Council in celebration of … more

Natures healing way

lexington yesterday Our modern world has drifted away from nature’s medicine cabinet. Some of these plants grow in our own neighborhood. I remember some years ago a “root … more

Trash pickup rates to rise for some in county

Lexington County residents may soon pay a lot more for trash pickup. Those in the Chapin, Gaston and Swansea areas will see higher curbside pickup rates in coming months. This is the 3rd … more

Are you a 200-lb weakling?

By Rachel Maxwell rachel@centerfit.net Modern conveniences have made us less physically active. Most of us drive wherever we go. The only time we get out and walk or ride a … more

Laughter is best at work

We’ve all heard laughter is the best medicine, but now there’s proof. In fact, there are several studies that document not only the benefits of laughter, but also its importance, … more

How to get rid of ransomware

TECH TALK Can you remove ransomware? If you start getting alerts that your computer will lock down if you don’t pay a fee or call a number, you’re infected. Try these … more

LMES PTA started giving early

Students at Lake Murray Elementary couldn’t help but smile when they logged into their brand-new Chromebooks. Members of the LMES PTA donated the devices to provide students with full-sized … more
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