AROUND LEXINGTON COUNTY

Our memory is good here in South Carolina, said Dan Ellzey, executive director of the SC Department of Employment and Workforce.

Ellzey was keynote speaker at the Greater Lexington Chamber of Commerce breakfast last week. He said a trained worforce is needed to accommodate the available employment opportunities.

It was school recognition day at the breakfast, and the following were recognized: Dr. Greg Little, School District 1 superintendent; Jennie King, Teacher of the Year; and school board members Cindy Smith, Anne Marie Green, Mike Anderson and Dr. R. Kyle Guyton.

Angela Klosterman, the chamber’s chair-elect, presided, along with President Otis Rawl.

Members were reminded of the annual chamber awards luncheon coming up February 18 at Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church. Call the chamber at 359-6113 for information on the luncheon and programs now being offered.

Donna Bundrick Griffin sends us some good news about our health. Here are her suggestions for 2020.

Drink more water, eat a well-balanced diet and avoid high fat, high sugar and high cholesterol foods. Also, eat more fruits and vegetables, preferably fresh ones. Exercise daily and surround yourself with positive people. And, be sure to get 8 hours of sleep each night in order to be at your best.

The Shepherd’s Center Adventures in Learning begins today, January 23, at Lexington United Methodist Church. If you have not signed up for one of the classes, you still may attend a 1-hour lunch session at noon. Today’s program is “Welcome Back to Shepherd’s Center.” Lunch is provided by Oakleaf Village.

Next Thhursday, the program is “Yesterday’s Dream Car” given by Mark Radin with lunch provided by Wellmore.

A big fundraiser, “Boots, Bluegrass and BBQ,” also known as “The Bandana Ball,” is planned for May 1.

The Lexington County Museum’s gala, “Celebrating the 50th Birthday of the Museum,” is planned for February 22, 6-10 pm, at the Lexington Municiapl Center. Call the museum at 803-359-8369 or email museum@lex-co.com to learn more about the event.

Anne Bull reports that the museum is offering a free “Murders and Mysteries” walking tour of downtown Lexington February 8 at 8 pm. The begins at the Icehouse Amphitheater, lasts about an hour, and you will learn about murders and other crimes that occurred on Main Street in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Girl Scout cookies are waiting for you. Beginning February 21, you may find them in a booth at a local store or visit www.gsscmm.org .

Happy birthday to Phyllis James, Bruce Linder, Bushnell Brunson, Michael Gearon, Marvin Osborne, Lynn Corbett, Sam Mc-Master, Dean Amick, Emily Clark, Conner Faulk, Ian Shealy, Harrison Burns, Graham Murry, Tyler Wack, MacKenzie Yandle, Ann Marie Amick, Tim Niver, Richard Ray, Kacie Truluck, Ellison Crapps, Gerad Mintz, Jared Payne, Cassidy Skladany, Lily Bishop, Jeff Longway, Angela MacFawn, Lauren Mc-Caskill, Mindy Kyzer, Alison St. Clair, Ronald Miezua, Clay Reynolds, Mike Bush, Doris Frye, and Jennie Bingham.