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Irmo Domestic Violence Investigation Leads to Drug Arrests

A domestic violence investigation in Irmo led to drug charges and multiple arrests. According to a post on the Irmo Police Department’s Facebook page, officers were called to a domestic … more
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Small businessman challenges Congressman Joe Wilson

Small business owner Judd Larkins will run against Joe Wilson in the 2nd Congressional District. Wilson is a Lexington County Republican who lives in Springdale and is up for re-election next … more
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Man charged with parents’ shootings

Lexington County deputies have arrested a man accused of shooting his mother and father to death at their Columbia home. Kevin Jackson Westberry, 27, is charged with two counts of murder, and … more

WEEK 2 SOUTH CAROLINA PREP FOOTBALL MEDIA POLL

MEMORIAL FOR ATHLETE

At stadiums across the Palmetto State, a moment of silence was held prior to kickoffs in the memory of Dutch Fork offensive lineman Jack Alkhatib. The 17-year-old senior passed away last Tuesday … more

Construction is beginning

Construction is beginning at Batesburg-Leesville High School as part of a $65 million bond initiative. On August 10, 2021, school officials, community leaders, and building project managers convened … more

Memoir of a Korean POW

L ast month I learned of the passing of the 93-year-old brother of Lexingtonian Alice Asbill. Alice said that her brother had been a POW in the Korean war and that he had written a book about … more
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New virus hits here

Here’s bad news for parents and older Lexington County residents. A new respiratory virus is spreading in the state, the Centers for Disease Control reported this week. Although it’s … more
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BRIDGE DINNER CROWD

The Gervais Street Bridge Dinner took place Sunday under beautiful skies. There was not a single empty seat. “We’re so glad to offer an event that brings everyone out after more than a … more
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Dutch Fork’s karate kid

Damarea Ogbuewu, a former Dutch Fork High School student, has just landed a part in “The Last Karate Kid.” She will play Jade Reed in the final installment of the Karate Kid franchise. more

Lawmakers target catalytic converter thefts

Thieves may try to steal parts from your car or truck. The growing catalytic converter theft problem has spurred SC lawmakers to raise fines and jail time. Their proposed law aims to punish … more
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Ronny Derald Huff

Ronny Derald Huff, 67, of Cayce died March 1, 2021. Dukes-Harley Funeral Home was in charge. more

How to attract your Ideal Customers

Knowing your Ideal Customer is critical to attracting and retaining them. Our friend Bill Edmonds advises you to narrow your research to better understanding of your Ideal Customers: • … more
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SPORTS IN 2021

THE RETURN OF SPRING SPORTS The Lexington High School baseball team winning the 2020 Naturchem Invitational was among the final sporting events for the 2019- 20 school year to take place before … more

Don’t become a statistic

The numbers are shocking: In 2018, one person died every 50 minutes in a drunk-driving crash in America. These deaths account for a third of all traffic deaths each year. 10,511 deaths … more
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Sheriff’s tips for safe shopping

Family gatherings and shopping trips will look different this Thanksgiving. But criminals will still be looking for ways to grab some quick cash. “This time of year always brings concerns … more
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New tenant for old fire station

S avage Craft Ale Works is becoming a landmark in West Columbia’s River District. At 430 Center Street, the old Brookland City Hall and Fire Station built in 1925, is taking shape. A sign has … more
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Motorist killed on Edmund Hwy

A Cayce woman was struck and killed in the 5800 block of Edmund Highway Tuesday. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher said Lisa Claudine Fry, 47, was pronounced dead a short time after being … more

A servant heart learns to lead

Serving as Lexington 4 District Teacher of the Year for 2019-2020 has truly been an experience I will never forget. What a blessing to be given the opportunity to represent some of the greatest … more
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Turning a dream into reality

Skip and Joy Deupree are owners of Westminster Memory Care in Lexington. This is part 2 in a series. Skip and Joy Deupree’s passion led them to Lexington. Their dream of creating a loving … more
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Coastal Plain League names 8 Blowfish to 1st and 2nd teams

The Lexington County Blowfish were well-represented on the All-Coastal Plain League 1st and 2nd teams. A total of 8 players were selected, including 1st team selections team co-MVP 3rd baseman … more
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Wesley’s return was a ‘whoop’

Summer is here and golf is hot. Before jumping into local youth and amateur golf, a recap on pro golf. The PGA tour’s only South Carolina stop took place last week at Harbor Town Golf … more
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A special thank you

Sheryl Olecheck, director of the Chapin girls dance teams, gets a surprise visit from some of her dancers. Finley and Elle Sternenburg along with parents Jason and Casey drove by Chapin High School … more

Virus slows county real estate sales

Covid-19 has flattened the once-booming Lexington County real estate market. More owners are holding on to their homes and commercial property until the panic subsides. Sellers are taking … more
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It’s always the fault of Congress!

History surrenders this secret grudgingly: several men technically were president, but aren’t considered Presidents of the United States. You have to look hard to find them, but they’re there. … more
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