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District to expand religious instruction

More Lexington 2 students may attend religious instruction this fall. The 20 year-old program allows students to leave school for Bible classes at local churches. Last year 202 students … more
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10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s

The Alzheimer’s Association hopes to raise awareness to encourage early detection of the disease. These are the most common early signs of Alzheimer’s as well as what is a normal age-related … more

Enjoying life after Iraq, Afghanistan

U.S. Air Force veteran Brian Wilchenski has been all over the world but now he and his family call Gilbert home. In this interview with Chronicle Editor Emeritus Jerry Bellune, he shares his story. … more

State traffic deaths are down, county deaths are up

The total number of South Carolina traffic fatalities has decreased in 2018. Compared to the 400 deaths by May of last year, there were 367 traffic deaths reported so far this year. Lexington … more

Timberlake Country Club Check Presentation

On Oct. 4, the Timberlake Ladies Golf Association graciously hosted their 2021 Rally Fore the Cure golf tournament to benefit Lexington Medical Center Foundation’s Crystal Smith Breast Cancer Fund. … more

Carolina and Clemson win

It was another perfect football weekend with lower temperatures and humidity. Winning is the top priority and Gamecock and Tiger fans had it. The Gamecocks pulled a last minute win, 20-17 over … more
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LEXINGTON COUNTY TRACK & FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS

The Lexington County cross-country championships were held Aug. 31 at Lexington High School. Chapin took 1st place in the girls’ varsity led by individual winner Abigail White (last on right). … more

OLD GRUMP

We thought covid was almost behind us and now the Delta mess is messing with all of us. Take care, my friends. more

Wanda Elaine Brasington

Wanda Elaine Brasington, 74, of West Columbia July 6, 2021. Moseley Funeral Service was in charge. more

Saluda River Academy

Saluda River Academy for the Arts posted photos via their Facebook page from their K-2nd Field Day where the kids enjoyed sack races, team relay events, tug of wars, water balloon tossing and more. more

Donald G. Hedghes

Donald G. Hedghes, 65, of Leesville died May 12, 2021. Caughman-Harman Funeral Home was in charge. more

IT’S WINNING TIME!

Friday’s Class 5A boys soccer final at WC Hawkins Stadium at 7:30 pm is guaranteed to have 1 Chronicle Country participant. Region 5-5A rivals Lexington and Chapin played for the Class 5A … more
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Lone survivor

Men and women who survive the horrors of combat create a special bond. They never forget each other. To this day, almost 76 years after World War II ended in 1945, Murray Price remembers each … more
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Springdale drug distribution charges

Springdale police arrested a man on drug distribution charges, police said Jan. 14. Springdale police with assistance from Lexington County deputies arrested Daniel Scott Burgess after a traffic … more

We welcome your letters

Please include your name, address and phone number for verification. Your phone number and address will not be published. Our deadline is 2 pm Friday. Email JerryBellune@yahoo. com more

Are you ready to get shot?

New Year 2021 rolls in with lots of hope that a “shot in the arm” will end pandemic 2020. As vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna and others roll out, recipients rush to receive this magical cure. … more
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Lexington Police Chief

Lexington Police Chief Terrence Green congratulates PFC. Aimee Lutz as she was named the Serve & Connect Officer Gregory Alia Award winner during Friday night’s virtual Illuminight banquet. The … more

County admin to join Nephron

Lexington County Administrator Joe Mergo will step down at the end of the year. In a letter to the staff, Mergo said he had “an exciting opportunity in the private sector.” Mergo will … more
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Is there a killer in your medicine cabinet?

Have you checked your medicine cabinet lately? You’ll probably find some unused or expired pills. Oct. 24 is the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Prescription Drug Take Back Day. … more
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Plutonium plant neighbors want $600M

7 counties are suing for $600 million won in a federal lawsuit settlement. The counties near the Savannah River Site say they are entitled to the money. They contend they have been the most … more
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Highway 79: A historic route

Driving north on Highway 79 you see beautiful country in a region rich with history, yet a tad poor. Yet, it’s a sumptuous feast, this short highway that parallels the Georgia-South Carolina … more
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Where you can be tested for covid-19

Covid-19 testing is essential as it identifies if you are infected even without symptoms. This allows you to seek medical help and isolate yourself to avoid infecting those around you. This … more

Help for covid-19 scam victims sought

Scam artists will stoop to any level to make a dollar. Criminals are using covid-19 fears to target senior citizens who are isolated at home and separated from family. South Carolina … more

$1 million in business loans available

First Reliance Bank and The Town of Lexington have created a $1 million dollar loan program to aid in-town businesses impacted during the covid-19 pandemic. The program allows qualifying … more

A safe time was had by all

W> ere you at the 2020 Lexington Chamber of Commerce Business Lexpo last Thursday, at River Bluff High? This annual event was a different due to the corona virus. All safety precautions were … more
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