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Stay Here, Play Here: Things to do in Lexington County, surrounding areas for the week of July 25

Friday, July 26     Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves (concert)   The Nashville Nights concert series at Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St. Cayce) rolls on with a performance … more
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Lexington County kids have fun at Cayce Character Camp

Character Camp is a one-of-a-kind camp experience for local Cayce students in Lexington District Two to interact with, learn from and have fun with Cayce’s School Resource Officers and local … more
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Lexington County Mural Guide

Landmarks found in Chapin and Irmo recognized by National Registry of Historic Places

Lexington County is filled with rich history that helped establish life today as we know it. Every part of Lexington County has a unique story to tell, and no story is ever the same. While many are … more
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School District Five FFA wins big at competition

Twelve members from the Lexington-Richland School District Five Future Farmers of America traveled to Greenville for the annual state FFA convention. While at the convention, members … more
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Tools for Schools event happening Aug. 3

The third annual Tools for Schools event will happen on Saturday, Aug. 3. The event will be from 10 a.m. to noon at the South Congaree Arena. The arena is located at 395 Oak St. in West … more
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Irmo renames community park

In honor of Moore Bradley Myers Senior Partner, S. Jahue “Jake” Moore, Sr., the Town of Irmo renamed Irmo Community Park. Now called Moore Park, this renaming comes after … more
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Columbia Airport sees higher levels of traffic

Columbia Metropolitan Airport has welcomed record-setting numbers of passengers aboard its flights in 2024 so far.    The airport saw 646,014 passengers from January to June of this … more
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Enchantment of ‘Cinderella’ brought to life by Chapin Theatre Company

Diversity and magical elements collide in Chapin Theatre Company’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s version of “Cinderella.” The play has eight performances beginning … more
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Lexington County homicide investigation continues after two years

Lexington resident Tyler Robinson was shot and killed outside of his home at Lauren Ridge Apartments two years ago.   Robinson had been shot several times and Lexington EMS administered … more
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We celebrated over 300 of Lexington’s best at Best of Lexington 2024

Hailing from all over Lexington County, business leaders, professionals and locals gathered at Seawell’s in Columbia, S.C. on July 18 to celebrate many entities that make Lexington County as … more
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Cayce city manager steps down, council to appoint a new one soon

City of Cayce City Manager Tracy Hegler has stepped down from her role after a four-hour executive session on the July 17 council meeting agenda.   Hegler has served Cayce as city manager since … more
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Lexington Chronicle designer, sales manager win 7 SCPA awards

The Lexington County Chronicle’s graphic design and sales departments took home seven awards at this year's PALMYs, an S.C. Press Association contest, recognizing the best in print and digital … more
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Purple Martin birdwatching hits peak at Lake Murray

Every year around this time, you can find excited bird watchers all around Lake Murray hoping to catch a glimpse of the Purple Martin. Purple Martins are a Neotropical bird species that migrate to … more
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Paint Like Bob Ross class at State Of The Art teaches you the joy of happy trees

One wonders what painter and TV host Bob Ross, who sadly passed away in 1995, would think of his popularity today. Ross, with his gentle voice, warm smile and Afro-style hairdo, was certainly … more
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Chapin Historical Association works to designate Commercial Historic District

Also known as the “Capital of Lake Murray,” Chapin is filled with history from decades past.  With its growing popularity and development, many are attracted to Chapin because of its … more
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What to expect in therapy 

There are many situations that lead people to therapy, but the common reason people go to therapy is to feel better.   Increasingly, our society recognizes that therapists provide benefits … more
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South Carolina counties are experiencing a drought; Lexington classified as moderate

As the effects of recent hot and dry conditions are being felt throughout the Palmetto State, the S.C. Drought Response Committee, during its meeting via conference call July 9, upgraded all of South … more
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Columbia man charged after his mother’s death

A Columbia resident has been accused of killing his mother in December of last year. 37-year-old Terry Lee Self Jr. is charged with murder after a canoer found his mother’s body in the … more
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Lexington County resident found guilty on charges of sexual exploitation of a minor

Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the sentencing of a Lexington man who was charged with sexual exploitation of a minor.   On July 10, Michael Scott Valdario was found guilty by a … more
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Canning for safe food preservation demonstrations to be held at Pelion Branch Library July through November

Canning has made a resurgence in recent years and the Clemson Extension Service is showing South Carolina residents how they can use this method to safely store food.   Samantha Houston, … more
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S.C. parole department announces new program for offenders

The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Probation Services has announced a new program aimed at assisting offenders with finding employment since 26% of the state’s active … more
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Lexington County man arrested after 3 dogs found dead in home

Three dogs were found deceased and another two were found in poor condition inside a Lexington County home which led to the arrest of 40-year-old Robert John Jachim.  Lexington County … more
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Lexington Medical Center recognized as best hospital by U.S. News and World Report

The U.S. News and World Report has named Lexington Medical Center the best hospital in the Columbia metro area for the third year in a row.    U.S. News evaluated each hospital’s … more
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Lexington Sheriff’s Department announces pay raises

The Lexington County Council approved pay raises for the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department that went into effect on July 8.    All positions at the sheriff’s department … more
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