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HOLY COW! HISTORY: Snowbound in the Sierras

Getting there, they say, is half the fun. One group of travelers would have begged to differ. Because what should have been a brief trip 74 years ago this month turned into a disaster movie-scale … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County eateries participate in Restaurant Week 2026

Lexington County Thursday through Sunday, Jan. 15-18 Restaurant Week in the Midlands Restaurant Week South Carolina is in the Midlands from Jan. 8-18, 2026, according to Capital City Lake Murray … more
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Lexington-Richland 5 principal named Magnet Schools of America regional finalist

A Lexington-Richland County School District Five elementary school principal has been named a 2026 regional finalist for Magnet Schools of America’s Principal of the Year award. Karey Fisher, … more
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Town of Lexington approves rules for town parks

Earlier this week, Lexington Town Council members unanimously approved the final reading of an ordinance establishing rules and regulations for town parks.  The rules and regulations apply … more
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Investigation leads to removal of 100 animals from Lexington County properties

A Lexington County woman is facing charges after authorities seized 100 animals from two properties when they received reports in late December regarding unsafe living conditions. According to … more
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Lexington County man arrested on multiple child sexual exploitation charges

A CyberTipline report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children led investigators to arrest a West Columbia man on multiple charges related to the sexual exploitation of a … more
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Lexington teen found safe after law enforcement sought public’s help; 1 arrested in connection

A few days after the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department asked for the public’s assistance in locating a Lexington teen who was reported as a runaway, the 16-year-old was found safe, and an … more
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1 dead in Old Chapin Road accident Dec. 30

The victim in a two-vehicle crash in the 500 block of Old Chapin Road in the Lexington area has been identified as Cheryl S. Deichmann, 78. According to Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher, … more
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Irmo launches ‘Serving Our Seniors’ program

The Town of Irmo Police Department has introduced a new community initiative that aims to serve the town’s senior residents. The Serving Our Seniors (SOS) program connects older adults with … more
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Chronicle has moved to different office space on Lexington’s West Main Street

The bright blue house on Lexington’s East Main Street will no longer be the Lexington County Chronicle’s office space starting later this week. We’ve been renting this space since 2022, … more
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Here's where you can donate blood in Lexington this month

The American Red Cross is teetering on a blood shortage this winter, which could lead to a disruption in lifesaving care. Donors are urged to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now.  … more
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COLUMN: #FirstDayHike in Lexington County leads to unexpected hike down Memory Lane

2025 came and went—and Lord have mercy, what a year it was. Like every year, 2025 had its share of ups and downs (but mostly ups), so I was more than ready to start the new year on the right foot. … more
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‘When a community allows you to live your dream.’ Lexington welcomes The Palmetto Nook to East Main Street

Lexington’s bustling East Main Street welcomed its newest addition over the holiday season: The Palmetto Nook. Located at 112 East Main St. next to the Keg Cowboy, the shop offers a curated … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Reservation required for free Chayz Lounge event

Lexington County Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 8-10 Tasting event at Hollow Creek Distillery Hollow Creek Distillery in the Leesville area of Lexington County invites you to one of … more
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Irmo considers expansion of Water Walk

Irmo town council members approved a first reading that could potentially annex 21.8 acres of land on Dreher Shoals, creating what staff are calling Water Walk East. The proposed plan aims to … more
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Lexington 1 weighs procurement changes following executive order

An executive order issued by Gov. Henry McMaster on Dec. 3 ordering state agencies to halt future spending, procurement and contract decisions based on race has prompted Lexington County School … more
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Leesville man killed after veering off the road, striking a tree Dec. 27

Kai Lin Earl Maroney, 44, of Leesville, has been identified by Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher as the man who died after a single-vehicle accident in Lexington County on Dec. 27.  … more
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2 killed in Christmas Eve crash in Lexington County

Gloria Martinez Alonso, 24, and Elisa Martinez, 1, of West Columbia, have been identified by Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher as the two who died in a wreck on Christmas Eve.  The … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Attend First Day Hike at Lexington County's Pine Island State Park Jan. 1

Lexington County  Thursday, Jan. 1 First Day Hike Shake off the couch potato cobwebs from last year and get moving with a First Day hike to kick start those New Year's … more
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Irmo High students gain courtroom experience at Justice Department training center

Students from Irmo High School took part in a hands-on legal learning experience in December at the National Advocacy Center, the U.S. Department of Justice’s premier federal training facility in … more
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COLUMN: Meet Leo: Big paws, bigger personality

Earlier this month, I welcomed a puppy into my life and officially became a dog mom! Little did I know a golden retriever would make my days feel instantly brighter.  Now my … more
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Midlands pastor wins seat to succeed ex-Lexington County Rep. RJ May in special Statehouse election

Three Republican candidates sailed to victory in special elections two days before Christmas, winning two seats in the South Carolina state House and one in the Senate. All three were ruby red … more
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Former S.C. prisons director confirmed as state’s U.S. attorney

COLUMBIA — Bryan Stirling is officially the state’s U.S. attorney after a vote to confirm him succeeded Thursday evening. The U.S. Senate  voted 53-43  along party lines to make … more
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1 dead after I-26 West Columbia area crash Dec. 17

Daniel James White, 60, of Landrum, S.C., has been identified by Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher as the person who died in the Dec. 17 Interstate 26 on-ramp collision.  The … more
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Lexington man killed, another injured in head-on collision Dec. 20

Michael Leon Rather, 62, of Lexington, has been identified by Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher as the person who died in a head-on collision on Saturday, Dec. 20.  The two-vehicle … more
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