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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Chapin's Aquarius Spa and Salon specializes in self-care that’s good for the soul

Aquarius Spa and Salon in Chapin offers an oasis for those seeking serenity. The owner, Marie Keeton, was inspired to open her business in 2005 due to the lack of spas in the area at that time. … more
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Rabid fox confirmed in Lexington County; One person and three pets exposed

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a fox found near Gaston Street between Jeffcoat Court and Carolyn Lane in Gaston, S.C., has tested positive … more
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Cayce Elementary assistant principal competes in Mrs. America

It was not a normal dismissal at Cayce Elementary this past Friday. Students lined the halls for a special “send-off rally” for their beloved assistant principal, Ashley Caulder, 32, … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Things to do in Lexington County, surrounding areas for the week of August 22

FRIDAY, AUG. 23 Willie Wells & The Blue Ridge Mountain Grass (concert) Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St. West Columbia) hosts a performance by West … more
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Chickenbutt Donuts provides Chapin with handcrafted treats

Prior to becoming the proud owners of Chickenbutt Donuts, Sue and Tre Dabney had a combination of 30 years of experience in the service industry. They’d been working at Amazon for five years, … more
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