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Pine Ridge: No comment on chief’s resignation

The Town of Pine Ridge will not comment on its latest police chief’s departure. A statement from Mayor Robert Wells office read, “While the town strives to operate in the most transparent … more
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Unemployment claims rise

Lexington County had 267 unemployment claims filed in the week ending Sept. 19. The state had an increase of 650 initial claims filed. 435 were filed in Richland County. Greenville … more
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NEWS IN BRIEF

I-20 bridge collision fatality A Georgia truck driver died Sunday after colliding with a bridge pillar on Interstate 20 in Lexington County. Benjamin Edward Parker, 44, of Douglasville, … more

Football in 1918

Can you imagine what it might have been like to play football in 1918? World War I was raging in Europe and the Spanish flu was raging here at home. This was a tragedy in our family. My … more

Coming Attractions

Our Coming Attractions section allows churches and non-profits to promote their upcoming concerts, revivals, fundraisers, spaghetti suppers and more. Contact me at 803- 348-0243 or email … more
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Sunset split aims to ease traffic congestion

Lexington officials aim to improve safety at one of the town’s most congested intersections. The town plan would realign Sunset Boulevard (US 378) at Corley Mill Road, Ginny Lane and the I-20 … more

Time to crack open your piggy bank

Is there really a coin shortage? The answer is no – and yes. The US Mint says there are plenty of coins. In fact, there is $400,000 more in coins than last year. The problem is … more
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The passing of a championship coach

Fromer Lexington 2 Board Member Jerry Chitty passed away, July 7 at age 79. Chitty dedicated his professional life to public school children. Until his retirement, he raised money for Ath letics … more
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Civil rights group makes police reforms, other demands

Civil rights group Empower SC has issued a 13-page list of demands. The group was created by leaders of the former I Can’t Breathe SC. The demands are: Eliminate Excessive Force … more

SCE&G executive to plead guilty to fraud charges

SC Electric and Gas ratepayers and investors have long wondered if they would get justice. Now they know that against at least one SCE&G executive they may. SCE&G Chief Operating … more

Coping with loss: Do you need a death doula?

When you hear “doula” what do you think of? After the interview with Death Doula Heather Leigh, I got a letter from Deborah Whetsel of Lexington. Whetsel is a certified birth doula and … more
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Spend a night with the Fireflies

T he American Legion will sponsor Family Night with the Columbia Fireflies May 23. All seats are $10 each. Each ticket purchase will receive a free Fireflies hat. Fireflies lapel pins will be … more
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HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL IN CHRONICLE COUNTRY

Don’t forget your medicine

TECH TALK The weeks after the New Year are usually dedicated to creating new habits. Many folks want to get to the gym or eat better. The habit I’m building in 2020 is … more

Will teachers get $3,000 raise?

South Carolina teachers may get a belated Christmas present in 2020. Gov. Henry McMaster has proposed at $3,000 pay raise for 52,733 public school teachers. The $211 million budget item … more
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Haley co-leads Trump campaign

Former Lexington resident Nikki Haley will lead President Trump’s state re-election campaign. Although Haley had endorsed Marco Rubio, the President named her his 1st UN ambassador and now his … more

Thanksgiving Harvest

Amber Robinson of Lexington brought her son CJ, 5, to the 2nd Annual Bountiful Harvest at the Town of Lexington Municipal Complex Nov. 21. CJ struggles lifting 1 of the hundreds of frozen turkeys … more

E-cig maker cuts 650 jobs to save $1B

Vaping in Question E-cigarette maker Juul’s latest move is not encouraging for Lexington County. Juul announced it will cut about 650 jobs – 16% of its workers – … more
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Reasons to love fall golf

GOLF Fall is the season to play lots of golf and here are the top two reasons why: 1) The golf courses are in the best condition of the year and the weather is … more
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Your airbags could kill you

SC owners of 193,000 vehicles have dangerous, unrepaired, recalled airbags. These can rupture in a hot, humid climate like ours. Due to that, Gov. Henry Mc-Master has declared September as … more

IRISH HERITAGE NIGHT

The Lexington County Blowfish held its annual Irish Heritage Night on Aug. 1 at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. As part of the festivities, the team announced March 14, 2020 will be the date for … more

How to avoid neck pain

health wanted Have you ever fallen asleep while riding in a car? If so, you know that feeling when you awake. The painful feeling like you need to adjust your neck. … more

DEATH NOTICES

Lonne James Black, 65, of Lexington died June 14, 2019. J.H. Robinson Funeral Home was in charge. Furman Austin Boney Jr. 70, of Lexington died June 6, 2019. Moseley Funeral Service was in … more

A letter from a Belize baseball fan

our reADERS WRITE We appreciate all that you at the Chronicle have done for our baseball program here in Belize. A few months ago the word baseball was foreign. Now there is excitement … more

Seniors minister in prison

Senior Living Last week 30 Lexington senior adults went with me into Broad River Correctional Facility in Columbia. We led worship in their weekly chapel service. … more
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