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Men sentenced after committing murder

53-year-old Lexington County resident Jabin Trapp was sentenced to 40 years in prision for the murder of 49-year-old Parrish Phillips. In June of 2021, Town of Lexington police officers … more

Arrest ends barricaded standoff

One arrest has been made after a barricaded standoff occurred on the 100 block of Palm Court on Sept. 22. 57-year-old Lexington resident Keith Dwayne Miles was taken to local hospital, Lexington … more

Mental Health Matters: Disciplining children

One of the more stressful aspects of parenting is deciding how to discipline children and teens. Many parents have strong opinions on which methods are best, only to feel angst when confronted with … more

Lexington Two schools serve over 1K free lunches after Helene

As several residents are still dealing with loss of power and damage from Hurricane Helene, three Lexington County Two schools offered free lunches to youth 18 and under on Monday, Sept 30. Pine … more

Lexington’s Second Wave Coffee & Books offers whimsical pumpkin patch

Out on South Lake Drive not far from downtown Lexington is a wooded spot that feels like its own little autumnal universe. Lexington’s Second Wave Coffee & Books has a shady, festive … more

Chapin Police Department honored with FBI-LEEDA Agency Trilogy Award

On Sept. 17, the Chapin Police Department was honored with the FBI-LEEDA Agency Trilogy Award. LEEDA stands for Law Enforcement Executive Development Association and is a private, nonprofit … more

River Bluff senior wins Teen Miss South Carolina title

South Carolina royalty has graced the pages of the Chronicle several times over the past few months. We have been able to learn about three different Lexington local state titleholders, their … more

Congaree River continues to rise issuing a voluntary evacuation

Hurricane Helene came through South Carolina on Friday, producing high winds and downpours of rain across the region. Yesterday, Sept. 29, residents of the Riverland Park … more

America's Got Talent group MALEVO will perform at Harbison Theatre Oct. 13

MALEVO, an all-male group and a Cultural Ambassador to the National Identity of Argentina, will be at the Harbison Theatre on Oct. 13 at 3:30 p.m. The group will be elevating Malambo customs with … more

Lexington County schools recognized for Green Steps Program involvement

Nearly 10 Lexington County schools were recognized for their environmental education and stewardship at the county council meeting on Sept. 24 at 4:30 p.m. The Green Steps Program was formed in … more

Here are Lexington County school board names that will be on ballots this November

District One covers Lexington, District Two covers Lexington, District 3 covers Lexington and Saluda, District 4 covers Lexington and District Five covers Lexington. Mckenzie Flashnick, … more

Columbia Metropolitan Airport begins next phase of Checkpoint Expansion

Beginning the week of Sept. 30, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) will begin the next step of its multi-million-dollar checkpoint expansion. Temporary walls will be installed by security … more

UPDATED: Helene's S.C. death toll reaches 48 while recovery efforts continue

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, many individuals are still being affected by the damages. The SC Department of Public Safety Headquarters confirmed 29 deaths due to Hurricane Helene. … more

Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Oct. 3

FRIDAY, OCT. 4 Midlands Plant & Flower Festival The S.C. State Farmers Market (3483 Charleston Hwy.) invites you to day one of the Fall 2024 Midlands Plant & Flower Festival. Shop for all the … more

Over 65K still without power in Lexington County after Helene

South Carolinians, over 1 million of them, are still without power after Hurricane Helene brought heavy rains, strong winds and deadly flash floods throughout the state.  And Lexington … more

Helene leaves some Lexington County areas with debris, no power

Hurricane Helene brought strong winds and rain to the Lexington County area in the early morning hours of Sept. 27. more

Some Lexington County schools announce switch to e-learning amid Hurricane Helene

According to the National Weather Service, heavy rainfall for the midlands area will begin Thursday afternoon with east wind around 16 mph.   With that, here are Lexington County schools … more

Sept. 14 Touch-A-Truck event at JC's Outdoors

The Derrick Team, consisting of Hope and Mike Derrick and their daughter Haleigh McCartha hosted the “Touch A Truck” on Saturday, Sept. 14 at JC’s Outdoors in Gilbert located on … more

Lexington-Richland Five students recognized for academic achievement, maximum test scores

Nearly 60 students were recognized and praised for their high test scores on the SC Ready Assessment. This was announced at the Lexington-Richland District Five Sept. 23 board meeting at 7 p.m. The … more

Irmo woman arrested after Charleston nursing home resident’s assets stolen

An Irmo woman has been arrested and charged after financial assets belonging to a vulnerable adult were taken. Rose Sherrie Davis, 64, of Lexington County has been charged with exploitation of a … more

Lexington One board discusses cell phone proviso, state testing, board stipends

The use of electronic devices, specifically cell phones, was discussed at the Sept. 17 school board meeting for Lexington County School District One. The electronic device proviso was brought up … more

Lake Murray Bridal Show announces fall event set for Sept. 29

The Lake Murray Bridal Fall Show will be held on Sept. 29 from 1 p.m to 4 p.m located at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Over 70 Midlands professionals will be there. From … more

Flautist Kim Scott to bring smooth jazz grooves to Chayz Lounge this Friday

Some might think of the flute as an instrument for stuffy classical recitals, or for merry Renaissance Fairs. It’s a more versatile instrument than those kinds of events would indicate, and no … more

Lazy Creek Taphouse pours out good times in Chapin

Lazy Creek Taphouse, owned by Dillon Greenway and Connor Pickett, has been a popular watering hole for those who appreciate a chill atmosphere with high-quality craft beer. Greenway, a native of … more

Water Walk project moves forward

The controversial $65 million Water Walk development along the shores of Lake Murray finally has a green light. At the Sept. 17 meeting, the Irmo Town Council gave first reading approval to a … more
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