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The library Legos challenge

C hildren enjoyed an hour of building Lego creations using imagination, curiosity and problemsolving. The library staff read a story then asked the children to put their creativity to work. The … more
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Join the Lake Murray boat parade

The Lake Murray July 4 celebration is back. The Boat Parade will start at noon July 3 with the theme, “Proud to be an American.” At dusk, fireworks will launch from both Dreher Island and … more
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Summer fun at the library

The Summer Reading Program “Tails & Tales” at the Gilbert-Summit Branch Library kicked-off last week and runs until August 8. Registration cards are available at the library or you can … more
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GRANT MONEY TO FUND CREATIVITY

7 teachers in District 5 schools received grants for their creative instructional projects thanks to the generosity of Ken and Jondy Loveless. Their fundraiser “Paddling for Teachers” provided … more

Betty Connelly Sawyer

Betty Connelly Sawyer, 84, of Irmo died March 2, 2021. Barr-Price Funeral Home was in charge. more

What’s under your car?

One of the most valuable parts of your car – and an item of high interest to thieves – might be under it. A catalytic converter is a device on the underside of a vehicle that reduces … more
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Who will get shots & when

The Department of Health and Environmental Control released this vaccination schedule to the Chronicle this week. The schedule shows who will be in which phase, but when is subject to unexpected … more

2021 gas prices will stay low

Good news for Lexington County drivers: At-the-pump gas prices are expected to remain under $2 a gallon in 2021. But it’s bad news for the oil and gas industry. Wells have been … more
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4 new ambulances roll out in Lexington County

Lexington County residents will see a new color scheme for Lexington County EMS ambulances. The new graphics package adds a proven eye-catching characteristic to the vehicle, making the unit … more

Tucker Roundtree Morris

Tucker Roundtree Morris, an inquisitive, clever, and deeply kind soul beloved by his close family and many dear friends, passed away suddenly on October 26th, in Ward, South Carolina, at the age of … more

Driver dies in I-77 collision

Allen Ozoris Evans, 31, was killed in an accident about 3 am Saturday, Oct. 31. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher said Evans was pronounced dead at the scene at I-77 and I-26. Evans … more

Trunk or treat with the VFW

Veterans of Foreign War Post 6740 invites you to their Trunk or Treat family day 11 am - 2 pm Saturday, Oct. 31. Post members will have games, candy, prizes and each child will receive a special … more
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An early ‘must win’ game for Gamecocks

South Carolina’s comeback came up a bit short last Saturday against the Tennessee Volunteers. The Gamecocks trailed 21-7 early in the second half, but credit goes to new offensive coordinator … more
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What we can learn from turtles

I got in my kayak for morning exercise. On a fallen tree I saw 25 turtles. As I approached, some jumped into the lake. Did they fear for their safety? Being captured and turned … more
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Lexington ousted, West Columbia player strickened by covid-19

There was no joy in Chronicle Country for its 2 remaining S.C. American Baseball Summer League teams. Both Lexington Post 7 and West Columbia suffered setbacks in their quest to reach the Final … more
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What to do about our police

Yes, law enforcement has bad apples but every other endeavor does, too. Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin had more than a dozen misconduct complaints against him before he put his knee on George … more

Watch out for walkers

A s we find new ways to get exercise during this time, many have turned to long walks around their neighborhoods and towns. With fewer cars on the road, you might be tempted to be less focused … more
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New details on infected cat reports

There is some misinformation about the cat in Belgium. The AVMA, our national association, has been keeping us informed Here is additional information from the Scientific Committee to the … more
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CV closures and cancellations

Tartan Days, other events canceled Scottish Highland Games fans will be disappointed. Founder and organizer John Banks was forced to cancel Tartan Days South due to COVID-19. Last … more

Threats made at Gilbert, Chapin schools

Lexington police charged two 17-year-olds this week with making threats against schools. A former Gilbert High School student was charged for school threats posted on a Lexington School District … more
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Old-style entertaining is still a precious art form

Entertaining with THE CHARLESTON SILVER LADY Last weekend I spent time at the beautiful home of an equally beautiful Southern lady at a meeting of the Silver Connoisseur’s … more
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Experts: Sell Santee Cooper

Brave or bonkers? A research group finds a single solution to protect state taxpayers and Santee Cooper ratepayers. Public watchdog Palmetto Promise says only … more
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Deck the concert halls

Down South You know the lyrics … “Deck the halls with boughs of holly …” Sadly, songs like “Deck the Halls” fall victim to commercialism. This time of year … more
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Elizabeth JoAnn Faile 81,

of Lexington died Nov. 25, 2019. Barr-Price Funeral Home was in charge. more

Fall’s unsung colors

Down South Down South “Ineed to get out of the South. Fall here is no good.” A woman from California said that. I don’t get the criticism. Fall in the Kingdom … more
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