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Your money up in smoke

Talking Points What could you do with an extra $24,508 a year? That’s how much the average smoker in South Carolina will spend on the habit. Personal finance website … more

From feeding pigs to sweetening coffee

Sugar cane has undergone a sweet transformation. It has gone from pig fodder to being used as syrup. I wonder who was the brave, hungry soul who had the brilliant idea to chew on the stalk of … more

A doll house made us a memorable Christmas

It’s hard to imagine receiving a 1,300-page publication in your mailbox. That’s about the size of the Sears & Roebuck catalogs that arrived in the spring and fall of each year in the 1950s. … more

Helen McLemore,

of West Columbia, has died. Moseley Funeral Service was in charge. more

Coach sees ‘model’ in Clemson

CHRONICLE SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Clemson just finished their bye week, but so has next opponent Florida State. This is where the similarities between the two programs … more

Mary C. “Connie” Thayer,

93, of Irmo died Sept. 16, 2019. Temples-Halloran Funeral Home was in charge. more

Who said chemistry can’t be fun?

Caughman-Harman Funeral Home opened their doors July 18 for a slime-making event. Summer Schmidt of Caughman-Harman said they wanted to do something fun for the community. “Not everyone can … more

Teachers bring reading books to kids

Teachers at Busbee Creative Arts Academy want to make sure students are reading this summer. So they’re bringing the books to them. The first of 3 Summer Reading at the Park events, held … more

ANNOUNCEMENTS

three camps will be charged $200, while the cost is $125 for attending both advanced camps. The price is reduced $25 for each additional family member attending a camp. Visit … more

Protect yourself against meningitis

Yesterday was meningitis awareness day. Meninges are the 3 membranes that cover your brain and spinal cord. Meningitis occurs when fluid surrounding your meninges become infected. There is … more

Lexington leader realizes dream of F-16 flight

Retired US Army Col. Dan Hennigan of Lexington dreamed of flying a jet fighter. He was recently cleared for flight in a SC National Guard F-16 jet. This is his account of the experience. … more

GOLF NEWS

‘Taste on the River’ is Feb. 26

AROUND CAYCE, SPRINGDALE & WEST COLUMBIA The West Columbia Beautification Foundation is hosting the 3rd annual “Taste on the River” February 26, 6-9 pm, at Stone … more

Medical marijuana a step closer

Lawmakers are moving forward to legalize medical marijuana. Sen. Tom Davis, R-Beaufort, filed the Compassionate Care Act Tuesday, the Associated Press reported. Rep. Peter McCoy, … more

20 years for overpass shooting

Brandon Coleman, 24, of Batesburg, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for the 2016 shooting of multiple vehicles along I-20 in Leesville. Coleman was sentenced following a plea in Lexington … more

Lex 1 superintendent paid over $200K

Lexington District 1 has raised its superintendent’s pay to $209,482. “As a result of his exemplary performance,” the board will give Dr. Greg Little: • An extended contract for 3 … more

OLD GRUMP _|

Maybe we’re getting somewhere with SC Electric & Gas now. Their lies and deceit are being exposed day by day as regulators finally demand they release all of their secrets to the public. more

Chapin to raise property taxes, power rates

Taxes and other costs are rising for Chapin residents. At the September 4 town hall meeting, Chapin Town Council approved a 1.379 mill increase for a total of 12.884 mills on property taxes. … more

Everyone’s getting ready for school

AROUND LEXINGTON COUNTY Are you aready to head back? Lexington /county District One schools open August 21. After a somewhat short, hot, stormy summer, it’s that time … more

West Columbia plans interactive park and parking project

West Columbia is planning an interactive park that will feature special art attractions. The city is billing the park as one of a kind and it includes parking along with the art. It will be on … more

We welcome your letters

Letters to the editor give Chronicle readers a way to raise concerns. Our deadline for letters is 3 p.m. Friday. Send them to JerryBellune@yahoo.com more

American Legion tournament coming to Midlands

The American Legion state tournament will have a different look this year. Instead of Riley Park in Sumter, the tournament will now take place in Columbia at Spirit Communications Park from July … more

Politics polarizes county council

Lexington County s long-festering political division appears to be going public. Behind the scenes, a power struggle has been going on between a council majority of 5 and a minority of 4. … more

Spring concert series ends

Rhythm on the River fans love coming out for the Cayce-West Columbia Chamber-sponsored event. The spring concert series ended for this year Saturday at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater … more

Cayce Commissioner Resigns After Accusation He Said Columbia Doesn’t Need ‘Colored’ Mayor

A member of the Cayce Historical Museum Commission is accused of stating “Columbia did not need another colored person as mayor” to a City of Cayce employee. He has resigned from the position, … more
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