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State Department of Natural Resources headquarters now in Lexington County

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources headquarters now officially calls Lexington County home. Gov. Henry McMaster, new SCDNR Director Tom Mullikin and SCDNR Chairman Mark Hartley … more
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Letter to the Editor: Aug. 31, 2025: A Day of Remembrance

The Courage Center (TCC) in Lexington continues to partner with state and local organizations to host remembrance events for those whose loved ones have died by drug overdose in Lexington County. … more
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Police seek answers after Batesburg area shooting leaves 1 dead on Aug. 21

Scottrell Juarez West, 37, died from multiple gunshot wounds on Aug. 21 in the Batesburg-Leesville area of Lexington County, and police are seeking answers. Town of Batesburg-Leesville officers … more
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Mental Health Matters: Life balance, Part 1

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Children are returning to school. Morning routines need to function like clockwork for everyone to get where they are going for the day. … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: 2 trains, 1 track, big problems

Back before streaming films on Netflix or watching them on cable, before TV or radio or records or movies—in fact, before any type of electronic entertainment—folks took pleasure in the … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Aug. 28

FRIDAY, AUG. 29 Once Upon A Mattress (play) The Chapin Theatre Company (830 Columbia Ave.) presents “Once Upon A Mattress.” This musical comedy is “The Princess and the … more
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Gavin isn’t just a talker—he’s a doer

I recently read in the Lexington Chronicle that Gavin Smith announced his campaign for re-election to Lexington Town Council, and I couldn’t be more excited. As someone who grew up next door to … more
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DPH warns of youth vaping risks: flavored vapes, high nicotine levels fuel addiction among teens

COLUMBIA – As a new school year begins, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is sharing information about the serious risks of youth e-cigarette use/vaping. Flavored … more
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Irmo pushes for hate crime ordinance

The Irmo Town Council unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance that would make hate intimidation illegal within town limits. Councilwoman Phyllis Coleman brought this item up for … more
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South Carolina State Fair announces 1-day flash ticket sale on Aug. 25

Everyone likes a deal, and you don't want to miss out on this one. On Monday, Aug. 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the South Carolina State Fair will hold its annual Flash Sale offering the lowest … more
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New educator apprenticeship program kicks off in South Carolina

BATESBURG-LEESVILLE — A new class of aspiring teachers celebrated the start of their journey at an orientation held in Columbia this past weekend. The Center of Excellence for Educator … more
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Batesburg-Leesville mayoral race draws 4 candidates for 2025 election

The Batesburg-Leesville mayoral race is heating up, with four individuals filing for candidacy.  Mayor Lancer Shull, who took office in 2017, announced he will not seek reelection, telling … more
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Social security numbers leaked in Lexington-Richland 5 breach

Lexington-Richland School District Five announced that personal information, including names, dates of birth, addresses and Social Security numbers from former students, has been posted online in a … more
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Lexington’s Pilgrim Lutheran Church launches community event series to help children, teens with mental health

Lexington’s Pilgrim Lutheran Church launched a community event series to address rising concerns of youth mental health. The first two events of the series have been scheduled for Sept. 21 and … more
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Disabled aircraft shuts down runway at Columbia Metropolitan Airport on Aug. 12; cause is unknown at this time

After an aircraft became disabled on a runway at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) last week, flights could not take off or land for nearly two hours. No injuries were reported and the cause of the … more
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West Columbia man who sold 13 firearms to undercover agents in 2023 sentenced for gun charge

Kendolius Cortez Jones, 32, of West Columbia, was sentenced to more than eight years in federal prison after pleading guilty to being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. From April to … more
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66 candidates vie for 36 expiring seats in Lexington County’s 2025 general election

City of Cayce (council district seats one and three are on the ballot; District One is currently held by Tim James and District Three is currently held by Hunter Sox) Tiffany Aull is … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Aug. 21

FRIDAY, AUG. 22 J. Stephens & The Stubborn Hearts Band (concert) Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St.) welcomes Upstate singer/songwriter J. Stephens and his Stubborn Hearts Band. The group … more
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Platt Springs Crossing in Red Bank to bring townhomes, retail by 2026

Platt Springs Crossing, a $65 million development in Red Bank that includes townhomes, retail and more, is expected to be completed in 2026. “Located between 5400 and 5470 Platt Springs … more
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New mobile app simplifies reporting of illegal hunting, fishing and boating activity in S.C.

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division has partnered with the Hunt Regs App to offer a free and effective way for residents to report illegal hunting, fishing and … more
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'A dedicated teacher in every one of our classrooms.' Lexington 4 fully staffed for 2025-26 school year

Lexington County School District Four is fully staffed for the 2025-26 school year, Chief Human Resource Officer Jamal Sanders said at a recent board meeting. “We’re very proud of … more
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Cayce man arrested on child sexual abuse material charge

River Allen Mathis, 26, of Cayce, was arrested July 31 on one charge connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. The felony offense is punishable by up to 10 years' imprisonment.  … more
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Harbison Theatre announces 2025-26 season lineup

Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College has announced its upcoming lineup of live performances, featuring a variety of show types. “From Grammy-winning legends to viral sensations, … more
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52 new homes in Chapin start mid-$300K

A new housing development, Monroe Preserve, has opened in the Town of Chapin, featuring 52 new homes and more to come.  Ten additional move-in homes are expected to be completed by the end … more
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Lexington County Museum awarded grants to support preservation of museum property

The Lexington County Museum recently received funds from the Richard Hampton Jenrette Foundation and Dominion Energy that can be used for maintenance of the 30 historic structures on museum property, … more
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