AROUND LEXINGTON _ COUNTY

Lexington’s new traffic pattern to ease congestion was implemented this week. By splitting the northbound and southbound movements, the signals at Lake Drive and Church Street can service twice as many vehicles as they do today. This increase in efficiency will allow more green signal time for east and west Main Street at Lake Drive and Church Street.”

For now and in the future, “The improvements will focus on safety and operation of these intersections that serve over 40,000 vehicles per day.”

As we all realize with the phenomenal growth in Lexington, traffic has greatly increased and solutions are being made and we all are glad others have realized the benefits of living in our town of Lexington.

Ambassadors of the Month for the Greater Lexington Chamber of Commerce are Joel Merrill of Fast Signs for April and Amy Lasley of TD Bank for May.

Winner of the Chamber’s Doris Burkett Scholarships were Nadia Barnes, daughter of Terrance and Jacqueline Barnes of LHS, and Jose Charre-Terales, son of Martha Terales of Pelion HS.

The Chamber encourages businesses to sign up for the Business Lexpo July 11, 11 am-3 pm, at River Bluff High School. You may show off all your products and services at this great event! You will enjoy one hour of networking with other vendors one hour prior to opening. For members the fee is $275 and non-members is $375. Sign up at 359-6113.

This weekend, June 30-July 1, you may go on a Magical Journey at Village Square theater. Get away from your daily routine and travel around the world and through the ages of magic. Call 359-1436 for info.

Jada Johnson, granddaughter of Bernie Gibson reports: “My experience at Palmetto Girls State was an unforgettable experience. I learned so many new things about the state and local government and how people should get involved in politics. This experience has also taught me leadership skills that will help me throughout life. I met so many great people and made new friends that will last a lifetime. I heard many wonderful speakers including our very own Town Council member, Kathy Maness. I also learned how the house of Representatives and Senate work to pass bills. This was a week that changed my life and views. I would also like to thank the American Legion Auxiliary Post 217 for sponsoring me so that I could enjoy this experience.”

Plan to attend Veteran’s Recognition Night Tuesday, July 3, at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. The Lexington County Blowfish are honored to salute the service of veterans of foreign conflicts.

There is complimentary admission for each veteran and 1 guest. The air-conditioned stadium club room is reserved for a hamburger and hot dog dinner for your enjoyment. A post-game fireworks show is planned. There will be much patriotism! Veterans should contact Kyle Calhoun at the Blowfish office, 803-254-3474, or email kyle@blowfishbaseball.com to register.

June 30 is the annual July 4 fireworks show from Dreher Island State Park and Spence Island. It starts about 9:15 pm.

July 4 is the Lexington County Peach Festival in Gilbert. Go and take in all the festivities and celebrate our nation’s freedom.

Congratulations to Lib and Raymond Caughman who celebrated their 67th Anniversary on June 21 with a family dinner.

Happy birthday to Cody Epps, Jack Hayes, Marilyn Boyd, Sylvia Howell, Barron Keel, Kati Morris, Bobbie Roof, Kayla Skipper, Peyton Windham, Bodie Hester, Gracen Torbett, Melissa Rawl, Ben Gies, Jason Gordon, Teresa Addy, Mary Keisler, Clay Lee, Tom Riley, Rob Yarborough, V.J. Shealy, Thomas Stafford, Sammy Allen, Susie Dock, Mary Ann Rentz, Dot Jones, Libba Rhoad, and Loree Brazell.

Come enjoy some old fashioned Pork and Chicken BBQ, and Hash sold by the-pound and bulk. The best BBQ in the county! It’s June 30, 8 a.m. until sold out, at the Hite-Dooley Reunion Building, 825 Two Notch Road, Lexington.