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Links to Lake Murray seeks public input

sophia@lexingtonchronicle.com A new project, Links to Lake Murray, created by the Central Midlands Council of Governments, Central Midlands Transit (COMET) and the South Carolina Department of … more
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Black History Month events across the Midlands

The African American Historical Society of Irmo is hosting a Black History exhibit throughout the whole month of February. This will take place at the Lexington County Library—Irmo Branch … more
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Lexington County and S.C. sees uptick in Internet Crimes Against Children arrests

The Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force has been incredibly active in South Carolina, resulting in tons of arrests in Lexington County. Statewide, the South Carolina Attorney … more
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Cayce City Council postpones redistricting decision again

Cayce City Council, at their latest meeting on Feb. 4, discussed proposed changes to district and ward lines used for local elections before deciding to postpone their redistricting decision. … more
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West Columbia tobacco, smoke, hookah businesses now have more regulations

West Columbia City Council approved changes to the ordinance concerning tobacco, smoke and hookah stores in an effort to further regulate them. Council also moved forward on a new townhome project … more
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Gray Collegiate Academy to offer new courses at Irmo campus

Gray Collegiate Academy will open its new campus in Irmo to students in the fall of 2025. Since the announcement, Gray Collegiate has held its first information session for families.  Often … more
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T-minus 18 years until Lexington Town Hall time capsule opening. Who knew?

The Lexington Town Hall time capsule might have been forgotten about, or at least buried deep in the recesses of the town’s mind—hopefully to be dug back up in 2043, less than 18 years … more
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Lexington 1 exploring options for future Career and Technology Education Center upgrades

The Lexington One School District is planning for the future, specifically addressing its facility needs. Several initiatives are underway to provide options for the school board to consider. … more
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Remains found in Cayce confirmed to be of West Columbia man reported missing in 2023

The discovery of skeletal remains on Charleston Highway in Lexington County has prompted an investigation headed by the Lexington County Coroner’s Office, the Cayce Police Department and the … more
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SCDNR started dropping reef balls into Lake Murray this year. Here’s what they do

Lake Murray fish are experiencing home renovations, so to speak, which started in 2025 and will continue over the next three years. Biologists put 23 concrete, dome-like structures called reef … more
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All Lexington County school districts have dual enrollment opportunities

Dual enrollment, a program that allows high school students to take college courses and earn both high school and college credit at the same time has gained popularity throughout the years. … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Feb. 13

FRIDAY, FEB. 14 A Savage Beer & Chocolate Pairing Savage Craft Ale Works (430 Center St.) celebrates Valentine’s Day with this unique event. For “A Savage Beer & Chocolate … more
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Lexington-Richland 5 offers tuition-based pre-kindergarten EXCEL program

On Feb. 10, Lexington-Richland School District Five will begin registration for its tuition-based pre-kindergarten program, Exposing Children to Early Learning (EXCEL). The program is housed at … more
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Lexington-Richland 5 opens 4K-5K program applications

Beginning Feb. 10, families can file applications for Lexington-Richland School District Five’s 4K and 5K programs. Priority will be given to students with academic and economic needs … more
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Nail and waxing business to open in Swansea

On Feb. 8 from 1 to 4 p.m., Parlor 705, a nail and waxing business, will celebrate its grand opening. The business will be located at 270 West Second St. in Swansea. At the grand opening, … more
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1 dead after single-vehicle accident on Westwoods Drive in Chapin

Christopher Lee Morris, 37, of Little Mountain, has been identified as the person who died in a single-vehicle accident in the Chapin area on Jan. 31. According to Lexington County Coroner … more
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Lexington Medical Center launches new volunteer program

Lexington Medical Center has launched a volunteer program called the Nightingales for retirees from all fields of nursing. Volunteers will help check clinician supplies, spend time with … more
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Gaston man charged with kidnapping, stalking, assault and battery

A Lexington County man followed a woman home after asking her if she was married while speaking to her at a gas station. Joey Miles Strickland, 41, of Gaston, was arrested by Lexington County … more
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Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center to host LEXPO Feb. 13

Lexpo, Lexington’s Largest Business Expo will be held on Feb. 13 from 4:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Barr Road Sports Complex located at 213 Barr Road in Lexington. This event is hosted by the … more
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Lexington County restores road maintenance agreement

The long fight over road maintenance in Lexington County is finally over. After months of backlash on its cancellation of a long-standing road maintenance agreement with cities and towns, … more
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Lexington County is getting another drive-thru coffee joint

Lexington’s new Canal Coffee is one of many drive-thru coffee joints in the area. Scheduled to open Feb. 8, Canal Coffee is at 510 Columbia Ave. in Lexington near downtown and the … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: How a kids’ toy named the Super Bowl

Lamar Hunt had a problem. The big game, the biggest of its kind ever held, was being planned. And it needed a name worthy of the occasion. Hunt, an oil tycoon’s son, had been crazy about … more
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Ready for Valentine's Day?

How are you planning to spoil your special someone on Feb. 14? Contrary to popular belief, flowers and chocolate may not be the only way to their heart. Instead, win over the affections of your … more
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3 Lexington-Richland 5 schools earn merit awards from Magnet Schools of America

Nursery Road Elementary School-Arts Magnet, Leaphart Elementary School STEAM Magnet and Spring Hill High School Career Pathways Magnet have received merit awards by the Magnet schools of America. … more
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Mental Health Matters: Sleep

According to the National Institutes of Health, 50 to 70 million adults have sleep disorders. This includes sleep apnea, narcolepsy and insomnia. A lack of uninterrupted, restful sleep of seven to … more
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