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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Lexington Two middle school receives $110K grant to improve learning environment

Northside Middle School has been awarded $110,000 from the stronger connection grant. This was announced at the Lexington County District 2 Sept. 19 board meeting at 6 p.m., where other items … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: The baby that changed a battleplan

Babies are stubborn. They alone determine when the blessed event will occur. And more often than not, they pick the worst possible time for it. Such was the case with one baby’s arrival … more

Downtown Lexington café announces immediate, temporary closure

O’Hara’s Bakery Café at 121 E. Main St. in Lexington has announced an immediate but temporary closure as of Sept. 23. The announcement was made via their Facebook page Sunday with … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Sept. 26

FRIDAY, SEPT. 27 50 th Okra Strut The time has come again for the town of Irmo’s biggest annual celebration, the Okra Strut, which celebrates its 50 th year this time around. Bring the family … more
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WWII veteran, community hero passes at 97

The value of one person’s life is immeasurable. The greatest legacy one can leave behind is the difference that they crafted by hand and heart. Andrew Cleve Gates, 97, honored World War II … more
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Cayce Elementary School hosts its 5th Unified Day

Cayce Elementary held its Unified Day on Wednesday, Sept. 18, offering opportunities for students of different abilities the chance to collaborate, build confidence and inclusion. Students, … more
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6 inducted into Lexington School District Two’s Inaugural Fine Arts Hall of Fame

Six individuals were inducted to Lexington School District Two’s inaugural class of the Fine Arts Hall of Fame on Sept. 19 at the new Lexington Two Performing Arts Center. The six … more
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Gov. McMaster wants S.C. Supreme Court to reconsider ruling on scholarship act

Gov. Henry McMaster is disheartened by the S.C. Supreme Court’s ruling on the Education Scholarship Trust Fund Act. The Education Scholarship Trust Fund Act,  according to the S.C. … more
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Lexington County detention deputy wins officer of the year

Senior Detention Deputy Brittany Sawyer has been awarded Officer of the Year by the South Carolina Jail Administrators Association for her work at the Lexington County Detention Center. … more
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13 Lexington-Richland School District Five students named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

Thirteen students from Lexington-Richland School District Five are semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship program. According to a press release, Alyssa Culver-Draper, Margaret Hamberg, … more
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Cayce announces new police chief

Hebert Blake has been named the Chief of the Cayce Police Department. Blake, a father of five, grandfather to six and married to his wife, Linda, for 37 years, has been working as a chief deputy in … more
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West Columbia recognizes district teacher of the year, other employees

A couple of employees were given new positions at last week’s normally scheduled council meeting for the City of West Columbia. Jamie Hook is the director of fleet services and Tim Pecori is … more
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Lexington's Old Mill Pond Trail is now open

The 1.15-mile paved loop wrapping around the Lexington Mill Pond, called the Old Mill Pond Trail, is officially open and was marked with a celebration on  Sept. 13.  This trail honors … more
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Riley's Drugs of Lexington turns 100

Riley’s Drugs, an independent and family-owned pharmacy, has now been serving Lexington locals for 100 years. The business commemorated the milestone on Sept. 12 with a ribbon cutting. … more
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Clinton Sease Farm to launch fall season Sept. 20

Clinton Sease Farm Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch at 382 Olde Farm Rd. in Lexington is open to the public from Sept. 20 through Nov. 3. “We have been working all year on our farm getting it … more
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