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The unsung heroes and sheroes

S howing gratitude is one of the most powerful gifts we can offer each other. It can cost little or nothing to reach out to another person and suggest a gracious word. For instance, when I act … more

Take better care of yourself

Last week I went to the grocery store at 9 pm to get tortillas, ground beef, cheese and sour cream. I was so tired I forgot what tortillas were called and where to find them in the store. What do you … more

Other news to know

Pedestrian killed in West Columbia A pedestrian was fatally struck by a motor vehicle Oct. 16 about 6:30 am in West Columbia. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified Charles … more

Ruling on witness signature reversed again

A witness signature will not be required on SC absentee ballots after another court ruling. On Sept. 19, US District Court Judge Michelle Childs decided to waive the signature requirement for … more

How do you deal with masks?

Some interesting questions have arisen since the prevalence of wearing masks. Are there negative psychological effects from hiding our mouths in social interactions? Do we smile less when … more

Cayce to require face masks on busses, school buildings

Cayce City Council unanimously adopted an updated face covering ordinance at the Aug. 19 meeting. Recent reports have shown that wearing a mask in public has decreased the chances of … more

Sheriff’s department hires more deputies, SROs

Many law enforcement agencies around the country are experiencing staffing and budget cuts. Fortunately, that’s not the case in Lexington County. Through the hard work of our leadership teams, … more

Distorted covid-19 death numbers misled public

State health officials have admitted they didn’t disclose important facts about covid-19 deaths. “When we report confirmed and probable deaths every day, it includes deaths that occurred … more

Mimi’s favorite pound cake

My mother, Mimi Adamson, loaned me her favorite pound cake recipe. Make it and it will become your favorite, too. Anyone can make Mimi’s Pound Cake Cake 3 cups plain flour 2 … more

You can catch your supper

Chronicle reader Brittany Ferres’s sons Quincy and Jayden fish at Lake Murray. more

East Point leader receives Order of the Palmetto

Gov. Henry McMaster awarded the Order of the Palmetto to East Point Academy Head of School Mark A. Bounds. Bounds received the honor for extraordinary service and achievements across the state … more

Record employment continues here

AROUND TOWN LINDA: 467-0334 ChuCk: 348-0243 lexingtonchronicle@gmail.com South Carolina has finished a year of robust economic growth with record-breaking workforce numbers. … more

Traffic signaling to cut time on US 378

You may have noticed cables being installed on Sunset Boulevard in Lexington. Crews are installing fiber optic cable for the adaptive signalization system, Lexington Mayor Steve MacDougall told … more

Vigilante Christianity?

Avigilante is one who takes law enforcement into his own hands because of the insufficiency or absence of an existing legal authority. Living in a large society under the rule of law, vigilante … more

Watchdog: Your $$ buy political favors

Should ratepayers have a say in what power companies do with their money? The Energy and Policy Institute claims Dominion Energy and other big utilities use charitable donations for political … more

West Columbia Tree Lighting is Dec. 6

If the holiday season is upon us. The City of West Columbia is hosting the 15th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting tomorrow, Dec. 6, at 6:30 pm, at West Columbia City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street. … more

OLD GRUMP

Things are getting tough in the e-cigarette market. E-cigarette maker Juul plans to cut jobs after a blow to sales but is keeping quiet, as is Lexington County, on a $125 million plant and the jobs … more

Tunnel to Towers honors 9/11 heroes

More than 2,700 came to the 9/11 Memorial Friday to show respect for our military and first responders. Teams of firefighters in full gear, law-enforcement, EMS and parents with children in … more

Nuclear power was good deal for whom?

the satanic letters Jim Clarkson and his clever hackers at Resource Supply Management have obtained the secret emails of the parties responsible for South Carolina’s energy problems. … more

Save the dates

Wine on the River Wine on the River is Saturday, Aug. 24 at West Columbia River-walk from 7-10 pm. Please join Lexington Medical Center Foundation’s Women of Hope for Wine on the … more

Life’s wonderful milestones

Around rEd BAnK Many families are are celebrating high school graduations, a wonderful milestone in a young person’s life. Special congratulations to the youngest graduates … more

Bagpipe boogie

A Celtic-style band plays at Tartan Day South at the Historic Columbia Speedway over the weekend. The annual 4-day event celebrates Celtic heritage with traditional strong-man competitions, music, … more

Saxe Gotha Memory Café

Church Buzz Leaders of Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church have seen many of their senior adults become caregivers for loved ones affected by dementia. They … more

Pelionites celebrate birthdays

Around pelion Happy Birthday to Kit Spires, Charlie Haggard, Daniel Shumpert, Beverly and Sam Jackson, and Elizabeth Cravens. Happy Anniversary to David and Amanda … more

Police step up active shooter training

Lexington police are teaching local people how to deal with active shooters. Chief Terrence Green and his department have scheduled an active shooter training class later today. Across the … more
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