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Summer is blooming

E arly summer is beautiful. Flowers, fruit and vegetable gardens in backyards across the midlands are blooming. Blackberry season brings a smile to my face. I remember my grandmother traipsing … more
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What a little letter can do for others

It’s been said that ‘Many things can change a life and a letter is one of them’. I believe that is true. My great aunt Betty passed away this month. I didn’t know her well, but she sent … more
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High School winter sports headed to playoffs

As winter comes to a close, its sports are headed to a hotly contested conclusion. It’s the final week of the regular season in basketball. Several Chronicle Country teams find themselves not … more
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Lost in Amethyst Country

Down South Down South Editor’s note: This is the final part in a series. Morbid curiosity has long plagued me. I’ve long wanted to peer inside a grave … more
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Busy days ahead at council, library

Pelion Library hosts Around pelion Areminder that town council meets on January 9 at 5:30 for a work session and 6 pm for the meeting. Town residents are encouraged to … more
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Parade of Lights shines bright

It was a the perfect evening for a Christmas parade in the South. Not cold, but with a enough of a chill in the air to remind us it is December. Throngs of people lined the streets for the … more
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Don’t give to ‘rogue’ charities

Are you planning to give back this holiday season? Please use caution. Not all charities asking for donations are allowed to do so. South Carolina has banned a North Carolina-based … more
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$3M sought in 5 children’s deaths

Tim Jones’s ex-wife is suing the state and county Department of Social Services for negligence. Taxpayers are already on the hook for more than $600,000 for Jones’s 6-week death penalty … more
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Santee Cooper’s plans could help Mid-Carolina

Santee Cooper plans to turn a nuclear liability into a $425 million asset. To avoid raising Mid-Carolina Electric members’ rates, utility officials believe they can get back $425 million lost … more
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Learning golf skills slow

GOLF We are in the heart of our golf season. The golf courses are in great shape. Early sunrises partner with late sunsets allowing us to make great golf gains with … more
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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

It’s OK to drink and drive

That got your attenton, didn’t it? We’re talking about water – not booze. Your body is over two-thirds water. You need proper hydration to carry all the nutrients, hormones and wastes … more
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Murder trial’s unanswered questions

Much about the expert testimony in Tim Jones’ murder trial is confusing. Defense and prosecution attorneys have assembled more than 100 witnesses, many of them experts in criminal cases. … more

Seniors enjoy a Night Out

Around gilbert & summit Hollow Creek Community Club members held their annual “Senior Citizens Night Out” at their May meeting. HCCC members decorated their club … more
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The good, bad and ugly of paying taxes

Talking Points The bad news? The tax-filing deadline is quickly approaching. The good news? South Carolina residents will pay less in taxes than most of the country. … more
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B-L native earns Naval recognition

A Batesburg-Leesville native was named Supervisor of the Year at Naval Information Warfare Command Atlantic in Charleston, South Carolina. Brigade Commander Ryan Price is a supervisor for the … more
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Rose Wilkins’ World Famous Chicken Bog

Cookin’ with the Chronicle The ladies of the St. Al-ban’s Episcopal Church Altar Guild have done it again. They served Rose Wilkins’ world famous chicken bog at the … more

Brutal killer gets life

A Lexington County home invader has been sentenced to life for a military veteran’s murder. Clenord James Graham, 34, will spend the rest of his life in prison for the murder of Robert “R.J.” … more
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CHRONICLE COUNTRY FALL COLLEGE SIGNINGS

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District 5 voters need to throw out big spenders

Our readers write It is time for school board elections again. It is my hope that the citizens of Lexington/Richland District 5 will hold certain board members accountable for … more

It’s OK to copy, but copy the best

The Chronicle’s Business blog Rosser Reeves coined the term USP (Unique Selling Proposition). Your USP includes those special benefits you offer that no one else can offer to … more

Should you buy pet health insurance?

Many Lexington County pet owners are considering something new. As their pet care costs rise, they are looking at buying pet insurance. Pet owners nationwide invested $1 billion to insure … more
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To make the Lexington County Chronicle & The Dispatch-News essential to our community . more

Lexington 2 on the move

The start of a new school year is fast approaching. The first day of classes is Monday, August 20 for Lexington District 2. The 2018-19 school year will bring new names and new locations to some … more
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Brookland ready for residents Friday

It’s finally here. West Columbia’s long-awaited development known as “Brookland” is ready to welcome occupants. The first residents will move in Friday, said Berica Robinson. … more
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