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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mission Lexington has a new director

Mission Lexington now has a new director after long-time director  Robin Bowers retired. Amy Reeves, who has been the director of community outreach for Mission Lexington for the past year … more

Lexington’s Steel Hands Brewing to offer baby goat yoga this Sunday

Typically, Steel Hands Brewing, a brewery on Foreman Street in Cayce, spends its weekends putting on concerts, debuting special new homemade brews or throwing cornhole tournaments. And those are all … more

The Midlands Mingle to bring vegan dinners to Hazelwood Brewing

This Sunday at Hazelwood Brewing on Main Street in Lexington, there will be a special gathering called the Midlands Mingle. This potluck event kicks off at 5:30 p.m., and there’s really only … more

Mental Health Matters: Cannabis use

While it is still not legal in South Carolina to use or possess cannabis, according to Pew Research, 79% of Americans live in a county that has a marijuana dispensary (either medical, recreational or … more

HOLY COW! HISTORY: Peter's incredible inventions

Inspiration is unfair. To most inventors, it gives a miserly good idea to two, yet it rewards a select few with a string of amazing discoveries. Take Thomas Edison, for instance. He came up with the … more
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