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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department seeks help finding missing person

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help finding a missing person. Drayton Lucas, 24, has been missing since Feb.8. According to his family, he left … more
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Swansea High School improves graduation rates, more

At a recent Lexington County School District Four board meeting, Swansea High School administrators gave board members an update on the school's academic growth and initiatives in place to support … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of April 17

FRIDAY, APRIL 18 Heart of Atlanta (concert) Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) welcomes Heart of Atlanta; They call themselves “The Definitive Heart Tribute Band.” The group is … more
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Irmo International Festival auction happening on April 26

The original painting of the Ancient Irmese General Store, painted by Sean Madden, an Irmo native and local artist, will be auctioned at the Irmo International Festival on April 26 at 12:20 p.m. … more
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1 dead after 2-vehicle accident on Sunset Boulevard

Margie Hayden Cook, 70, of Pelion has been positively identified as the individual who died in a two-vehicle accident on April 1. This accident occurred in the 5000 block of Sunset Boulevard in the … more
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3rd man sentenced for role in 2022 Columbiana Mall mass shooting

Marquise Robinson, 23, of Columbia, has been sentenced to 30 years for his role in the mass shooting that occurred on April 16, 2022, in the Harbison area of Lexington County.  The mass … more
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Irmo High students build wheelchair ramp for local family

Students from Irmo High School’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) partnered with a local non-profit organization, Emmanuwheel, … more
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S.C. needs more foster parents, especially for teens

“This is not gonna change on me. They're not gonna leave me. This is not gonna change on me.” There’s a dirt road over in Batesburg-Leesville that ends in flowers. Pollen and … more
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Former Lexington County Sheriff's Department employee charged

Shekinah Shyann Sade Brown, 24, a former administrative employee of the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department, has been charged with obtaining a signature or property under false pretense on … more
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West Columbia works towards utility rates, bonds changes

At its most recent meeting on April 1, West Columbia City Council gave unanimous first-reading approval to proposed changes in water and sewer rates and charges. Currently, residents inside the … more
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Lexington welcomes housing community for adults with disabilities

A new residential community for adults with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities is now in Lexington in the former Central Midlands Transitional Retreat located at 201 Duffie … more
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No potential millage increase mentioned in Cayce’s 1st work session for 2025-26 budget

The City of Cayce Budget Committee held its first work session to begin planning for the 2025-26 fiscal year. Nothing in the budget is set in stone as of now, but the city will have to have a … more
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Lexington to honor 250th anniversary of the American Revolution April 19

To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, an event will take place on April 19 from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Lexington’s Old Mill Pond Trail located at 711 East Main … more
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Lexington 1's initial budget proposal includes salary increases

Lexington County School District One members took a look at the first draft of the budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The total projected revenue for the fiscal year is $390,373,110. This draft … more
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Chronicle wins 14 awards in state press association annual contest, including 1st in general excellence for its division

The Lexington County Chronicle brought home nine page design awards, one sports reporting award, two feature writing awards, one column writing award and the first place award in general excellence … more
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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of April 10

FRIDAY, APRIL 11 Midlands Plant & Flower Sale Celebrate spring with the Midlands Plant & Flower Sale at the SC State Farmer’s Market (3483 Charleston Hwy.). You can find dozens of … more
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: Meet the real Duncan Hines

Most supermarkets’ cake mix shelves feature the Big Three. There’s Pillsbury, whose Doughboy is a cartoon character. There’s Betty Crocker; sure, her pretty face is on the box, but … more
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Batesburg-Leesville leaders consider option that could reduce water bills, increase efficiency

At a council work session, Batesburg-Leesville council members learned about Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), a collection of devices and systems used... No votes or final … more
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Deadline to secure Real ID for CAE is May 7

Beginning on May 7, individuals flying out of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) and planning to use their S.C. driver’s license must have a gold star to board domestic/commercial flights … more
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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announces passing of Amur Tiger Koshka

Koshka, the Amur Tiger, passed away at the age of 19. During her life, she received laser therapy for arthritis, regular check-ups and husbandry practices to support her. Koshka suffered from … more
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Lexington 3 school selected for Palmetto AI Pathways Pilot Program

Batesburg-Leesville Middle School has been selected to partake in a new Palmetto AI Pathways robotics program. Nine other schools across South Carolina were chosen as well. The other schools are … more
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Cayce police investigating fires request public knowledge

The Cayce Police Department is investigating a series of suspicious fires that occurred between March 1 and March 14. According to the press release, these fires took place along the Cayce Riverwalk … more
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Burn ban lifted for all counties in S.C.

The State Forester's burning ban has been lifted for all counties in SC as of April 2. According to the press release, progress has been made on containing the wildfires. more
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It’s that time of year again: A look at Lexington County and other governing bodies' budget processes

June 30 is fast approaching, and that means local governing bodies are working towards having a balanced budget ready for the next fiscal year starting July 1.  Here’s a glimpse at … more
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Cayce River Arts District welcomes new vintage antique store

Curated, vintage and eclectic. Those are the words that customers would describe the new State Street antique store that opened its doors on March 8, 2025. Situated right in the heart of the Cayce … more
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