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Longtime Lexington County mayor honored with road sign dedication

There is now a road sign honoring Pat Smith, who served as Mayor of Springdale for nearly 30 years, making him the second longest-serving Lexington County mayor. The sign is located on the … more
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South Carolina Ag + Art Tour stop in Lexington County brought locals creativity, appreciation of agriculture

The Annual South Carolina Ag + Art Tour was held on Saturday, May 30, throughout Lexington County. The Ag + Art Tour is a free, self-guided tour of farms and markets featuring local artisans at … more
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Cayce budget process underway

Cayce City Council made its first step towards finalizing the city’s next budget in a special called meeting on Tuesday, May 26. The budget will need to pass a second reading to go into … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: The last of the great medicine show scams

Time was, if you had an ache or were ailing, some traveling “medicine” huckster promised his special elixir would fix you right up.  For much of the 19 th and well into the 20 th … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Baseball, chickens and live music could be on your schedule this weekend

Lexington County Thursday, June 4 Lexington County Blowfish play at home The Lexington County Blowfish, a summer collegiate baseball team, will play at home at the Lexington County Baseball … more
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Nearly 400 drug-free babies born to Midlands moms in treatment program

After 10 hours in labor, Kimberly Anderson gave birth in the early evening of May 15 to a nearly 8-pound baby girl. She named the child Freyja, a name derived from Norse mythology’s powerful … more
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Hear from more candidates running for seats representing Lexington County ahead of June 9 primary

The statewide primary is on June 9, 2026. The statewide general election is on Nov. 3, 2026. The early voting period for the statewide primary starts on Tuesday, May 26, and ends on Friday, June … more
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A look at the 12th Annual Pelion Ruritan Veterans Memorial Service

Around 150 people came out and braved the weather for the 12th Annual Pelion Ruritan Veterans Memorial Service held on Memorial Day. The service began with a drizzle but soon the sun was shining … more
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Lexington father, daughter charged in hit-and-run death where victim was also struck by other cars

On a humid early evening in October 2024, Robert Barrs was crossing an unlit portion of Highway 178, a few miles south of Pelion, when a car struck him. The driver fled, leaving the man’s body in … more
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Memorial Day service honored Lexington County heroes

A Memorial Service of Remembrance was held on Veterans Day at the VFW Post 6740 in Leesville. Their service was dedicated to the Lexington County heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our … more
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OPINION: Why I’m supporting Beth Carrigg for re-election and why you should, too

In today’s political climate, there’s no shortage of candidates willing to say the right things. You’ve heard it before—promises about “responsible growth,” “fixing traffic,” and … more
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Hear from more candidates running for seats representing Lexington County ahead of June 9 primary

Perry Finch, running for State House of Representatives, District 96 (this seat represents only Lexington County) 1. Why are you running? I am a long-time resident of Lexington County and tired … more
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Lexington’s Side Deck Gaming Cafe prioritizes a family-friendly environment

When their child developed an interest in Yu-Gi-Oh cards, David and Melinda Abram knew nothing about trading cards. They were just happy to support a hobby that got their teenager offline and out of … more
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Cadet Barnes is the 1st woman from Lexington to graduate from West Point, academy says

A random flyer for the United States Military Academy at West Point arrived in the mail, and a girl from Lexington took it seriously.  Alexis Barnes read the flyer, researched the military … more
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‘We’re going to turn into Lexington if we’re not proactive about this.’ Irmo rejects 67-acre development proposal

Irmo Town Council rejected a proposal for a housing development near Shady Grove Road on May 19 after residents voiced their concerns about traffic, overcrowding and infrastructure.   The … more
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Additional Lexington roads may be added to resurfacing project list

During the May 18 Lexington Town Council meeting, the town’s director of transportation, Randy Edwards, requested approval for a change order to fund additional road and sidewalk resurfacing … more
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Mental Health Matters: Leaving the uniform behind: Loss, identity and transitions after the military

Having grown up in the rolling prairie state of Iowa, I was naïve to the deeply held ideas, values and history of the military in the south. Truthfully, the two areas of the United States could just … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Ag+Art Tour coming to Lexington County May 30

Lexington County Thursday to Saturday, May 28-30 The Dam Boat Run at Lake Murray The Dam Boat Run at Lake Murray is May 28-30, bringing together over 100 powerboats from across the country … more
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South Congaree Town Council says mayor will no longer be presiding officer of town meetings

South Congaree’s mayor was stripped of her role as the presiding officer for town meetings after a council vote on Tuesday, May 19. Cindy Campbell will continue to serve as the town’s mayor … more
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Hear from more candidates running for seats representing Lexington County ahead of June 9 primary

The statewide primary is on June 9, 2026. The statewide general election is on Nov. 3, 2026. The early voting period for the statewide primary starts on Tuesday, May 26, and ends on Friday, June … more
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Latest novel by Lexington’s Jessica Brodie inspired by 2 local nonprofits

LEXINGTON, S.C.—A Lexington journalist and long-time resident has released her latest novel set in South Carolina, and it’s currently an Amazon #1 new release in Women’s Religious Fiction and … more
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West Columbia man sentenced to 2 decades in prison for aggravated assault

David Earl Bender, 43, of West Columbia, was sentenced to 20 years in prison last month for assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature; 20 years is the maximum sentence for this charge. … more
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Lexington man charged with impersonating police officer, carrying weapon on school grounds

Christopher Patrick Brewer, 41, of Lexington, has been charged with impersonating a police officer and carrying a weapon on school grounds. According to a release from the Lexington County … more
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Lexington County animal euthanasia rates decreased in 2025, but shelter overcrowding persists

Lexington County animal shelters continue to face overcapacity issues, contributing to high euthanasia rates. According to Lexington County Animal Services Director Brittany Jones, the problem … more
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Ticket prices for some Icehouse Amphitheater events may increase with proposed facility fee

Ticket prices for events at downtown Lexington’s Icehouse Amphitheatre may increase. The proposal, which underwent first reading during a town council meeting earlier this month, would add a … more
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