Santa arrived in Lexington Sunday in the annual Christmas parade. Many bystanders enjoyed the pleasant weather while anticipating this festive event.

Lexington police heralded the parade start down Main Street. The Toys for Tots entry reminded everyone to give and make a happy Christmas for children.

Sheriff Jay and Kim Koon waved to the crowd. Congressman Joe and Roxanne Wilson gave greetings to all. Solicitor Rick Hubbard extended good wishes. Lexington Town Council was well represented by members Todd Carnes, Ron Williams and Catherine and Todd Lyle all on a beautifully decorated float. Dance groups dressed in holiday fashion and headdresses of reindeer antlers, Santa hats and tiaras. It seemed to be a girls delight to take part.

The Blowfish represented baseball along with youth hockey, cheerleaders and K-9 dogs. Rep. Paula Rawl Calhoun walked the route with her “Lexington Strong” supporters and husband Donnie Myers. Many beautiful queens joined like Miss SC Teen Kellan Fenegan of Lexington. Most impressive was a float decorated in white and 4 angels spreading their wings to Christmas music.

Numerous Scout troops and leaders were seen. Capping the 2020 parade was the jolly ole’ gent himself, Santa.

OUR GREATER LEXINGTON Chamber of Commerce held their Jingle Mingle Holiday Drop-In last Tuesday. Travinia’s provided delicious hors d’oeuvres for the guests while they visited vendor displays. Among those there were Maria Calcutt, Mary Caughman, Laura Prosser, Elizabeth Trenbeath, Troy Simpson, Ron Williams, Chuck McCurry, Clyde Smith, Bunnie and Don Hagenlacher, Bev and Marien Gunter, Kirk Litton, Annalee Lewell, Melissa McCloud, David L. Arpin, Susan Arpin, Harry Deith, Sheridan and David Perry, Cindy and Trey Powell, Tad Jones, Stephen Hennessy, Melissa Hambrick, Delores Wingard, Kathy Foster, Amy Walden, Keith Clay, Paul Hausman, Sheila Fluker, Meagan Jacobs, Bryan Fluker, Jack and Elaine Katzenberger, Keri Rawson, Madison McCarty, Karen Erikson, Beth McClary and Cathy Schrowang. Of course, the capable Chamber staff led by Angelle LaBorde, Sondra Gettys, Adam De-Loache and Connor Watkins hosted.

WE REMEMBER ALL our service men and women with Laying of the Wreaths during the week of Dec. 14 - 18 at our Fort Jackson National Cemetery. Due to covid-19 there will be no formal ceremony this year.

LINDA SMITH REPORTS the Lexington Women’s Club presented the Yard of the Season to Tripp and Allison Leonard, 303 Vista Springs Circle. It is indeed a Merry Christmas time of the year as you are greeted with pink sasanqua are still in full bloom enhanced with shining philodendrons, elephant ears and Mother of Thorns. Then, on to the inviting porch with ferns, topiaries and appealing rocking chairs, all decorated for the Christmas season.

Before entering their home, your eye will be drawn to a beautiful corner with refreshing potted plants that are wonderful for the environment. You will be welcomed with a whimsical snowman that will put a holiday smile on your face just in time for the Christmas celebration.

A gift certificate from Wingard’s nursery was presented to this wonderful couple.

A SPECIAL 70TH birthday drive-by was Sunday afternoon for Tommy Harman at Lake Murray Elementary. Being a Clemson alumni and avid fan, there was much orange. Tommy, with mask and Tiger paw hat, welcomed all drivers-by and proudly introduced wife, Bobby Sue, his son and daughter and 6 grandchildren.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO Jake Knotts, Jay Byers, Jessica Linder, Polly Ann Gathings, David Cribb, John Fechtel, Nila Ballentine, Charles Brooks, David Hockemier, Gene Tinman, Blanche Younginer, Wayne Caughman, Pat Tinman, Robin Bowers, Mike Sayles, Kay Berry, Bob Lowman, Star Murray, Heath Arnold, Caroline Bryson, Dalton Hersey, Allen Shealy, Landon Berry, Jackson Jeffcoat, Debbie Whiteside, Mike Burgess, Katie Carroll, Claudia Lee Schneider, Paul Morario, Kyle Russell, and Karla C. Bays.