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3 South Carolina 'Misses' are from Lexington County. Coincidence?

Lexington County is known for many things: highly-rated schools, its variety of frequented restaurants and its growing popularity, welcoming new families into its community. Additionally, … more

Lexington theater kicks off season with Anne Frank play

Village Square Theatre is kicking off its 2024-25 season with a play based on the well-known diary of Anne Frank, which chronicles her and her family's hiding during the Nazi invasion of World War … more

Stay Here, Play Here: Things to do in Lexington County, surrounding areas for the week of Sept. 5

FRIDAY, SEPT. 6 Cody Webb (concert) The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College Blvd.) hosts a performance by singer/songwriter Cody Webb. The South Carolina-born country artist … more

Lexington County man charged after beating victim found in the woods

A 29-year-old Batesburg man has been charged with attempted murder after one person sustained severe injuries and another's life was threatened. Jerry William Hall, Jr. has multiple charges … more

Midlands Technical College celebrates 50 years

Midlands Technical College embarks on its 50th year of educating students in Lexington, Richland and Fairfield counties this year. The technical college, with its more than 150 programs, has already … more

Lexington One board approves $2K salary bump for teachers, professionals

Lexington County School District One’s board of trustees passed an amended budget with a $7 million plus increase for the 2024-25 school year to allow for a salary increase for certified and … more

2 upcoming Midlands events helps people in need, breast cancer research

As the temperatures (finally) cool and the kids head back to school, it feels like a good time to do a little bit of celebrating; one last party before everything kicks into high gear with homework, … more

Lexington, Midlands offer up Labor Day weekend fun

Labor Day weekend is fast approaching (it’s this weekend, in case you didn’t know), and as much as you’re probably looking forward to your Monday off, there are also some fun … more

Healthcare clinic in Lexington opens for uninsured patients

Uninsured adults in Lexington County now have access to healthcare with the newest location of the Good Samaritan Clinic open with limited hours at 2525 Augusta Hwy. The clinic was previously housed … more

Pen to Paper writing group provides inspiration, support for Irmo area writers

Pen to Paper, a monthly writing group held at Irmo Branch Library, has become a welcoming, supportive environment for local writers. Community members engage in both silent workshop time as well … more

WeCo River District welcomes Garden and Relic, Steven Whetstone Fine Arts businesses

State Street River District of West Columbia celebrates the grand opening of two businesses joining the area. Garden and Relic as well as Steven Whetstone Fine Arts opened doors officially on Friday, … more

Lexington is home to National American Miss South Carolina Jr. Teen 2024

Lexington County is home to beauty pageant royalty, once again! Mariyah Mabson, 16, took home the title of National American Miss South Carolina Junior Teen on Aug. 6, 2024. Hailing from Los … more

Lineup announced for annual Okra Strut Band

Lexington Medical Center with Prisma Health has announced the lineup for the 50th annual Irmo Okra Strut. The event will take place on Sept. 27 and 28 at the Prisma Health Amphitheater located … more

Lexington Two school district honors teachers and staff members of the year

Lexington School District Two honored all of its teachers and staff members of the year from each of the schools at the opening of the new performing arts center. All of the teachers as well as … more

Lexington church to host overdose awareness event Aug. 31

The First Baptist Church of Lexington is hosting an International Overdose Awareness Day event to “remember and honor those we lost to overdose,” the flyer said. The event will be at … more

3 sentenced with drug trafficking charges in Lexington County

Three drug traffickers in Lexington County will begin serving their lengthy prison sentences following their convictions in court. 21-year-old Jakob Regan Dator pled guilty to trafficking … more

Stay Here, Play Here: Things to do in Lexington County, surrounding areas for the week of August 29

FRIDAY, AUG. 30 Josh Greene & Riverside (concert) Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St. West Columbia) hosts a concert from the North Carolina band, Josh Greene … more

Batesburg-Leesville proclaims Aug. 17 Linda Martell Day

The town of Batesburg-Leesville hosted an event at the Hartley House honoring the legacy of Thelma Bynum whose stage name is Linda Martell.  The town’s own Martell is the first … more

McMaster signs human trafficking bill into law

Gov. Henry McMaster signed S.142 at a ceremony. The law creates the crime of child luring in South Carolina and also strengthens existing human trafficking laws. “Protecting our children … more

Lexington resident sentenced to 15 years over child sex abuse materials

33-year-old Lexington resident James Austen Gillespie was sentenced to 15 years in a federal prison after pleading guilty to the production of child sex abuse materials. During the trial, … more

Ensemble Eclectica premieres adventurous multimedia show in Lexington Aug. 24

To see a performance by Ensemble Eclectica is to be totally immersed in the arts for two hours. On paper, the Ensemble itself is an 18-piece orchestra led by conductor and visionary Artistic Director … more

Harbison Theatre announces 2024-25 season

The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College has long been one of Lexington’s most popular event destinations. Every year, the 400-seat venue hosts a wide array of programming, from rock … more

Lexington County welcomes S.C. Department of Education headquarters to West Columbia area

Situated near where I-77 and I-26 meet in the West Columbia area, the South Carolina Department of Education has made its new home. Located at 428 Wholesale Ln. in Lexington County, SCDE’s … more

Cayce welcomes new Montessori school on Poplar Street

Cayce Montessori School celebrated its official opening Aug. 15 at 1000 Poplar St. The school accepts children 31 months to six years, and for the first year, they are keeping class sizes small. … more

Lexington's Sunset Split project has varying opinions among public officials, residents

Not everyone is happy with Lexington’s “Sunset Split” project designed to fix major traffic problems along the Sunset Boulevard and Corley Mill corridor. The Chronicle received … more
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