April 25, 2024

| 9/22/22 12:17 PM

Woman Found Dead in Lexington County Mall Identified

A body found Sept. 19 at a Lexington County mall has been identified as a woman who had been missing for nearly a week. more

By Kailee Kokes

| 9/21/22 04:53 PM

The Catch-Up: SC Secretary of Commerce Addresses Lexington Chamber

S.C. Secretary of Commerce Henry Lightsey highlighted efforts to enhance the state’s business-forward qualities when he spoke in Columbia last week. more

By Kailee Kokes and Jordan Lawrence

| 9/21/22 11:36 AM

Lexington to Consider Making Juneteenth an Official Holiday

Juneteenth, the newest national holiday in the U.S., may soon become a paid holiday in the Town of Lexington. more

By Kailee Kokes

| 9/20/22 04:58 PM

Lexington County Man Accused of Killing Stepson

The shooting occurred Sept. 18. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/19/22 10:35 AM

Lexington 1 of 6 SC Counties Still Recommended to Mask Against COVID

With COVID-19 levels dropping across the state, Lexington County is now one of six counties recommended to mask against the virus. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/16/22 06:18 PM

Lexington County Expands Early Voting to 5 Locations for November Election

After utilizing one early voting site for the primary election in June, Lexington County will operate five early voting sites for the upcoming general election. more

By Al Dozier

| 9/16/22 05:20 PM

Lexington County Woman Arrested for Stabbing Next-Door Neighbor

A Lexington County woman is accused of stabbing her next-door neighbor after he helped set up a TV at her house. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/16/22 01:56 PM

11 Candidates for Lexington 1 School Board to Debate

All 11 candidates vying for three seats on the Lexington County School District 1 school board will meet on a debate stage later this month. The League of Women Voters is hosting the debate … more

By Natalie Szrajer

| 9/16/22 01:16 PM

Lexington Man Arrested for Sexual Exploitation of Minor

The office of state Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of a Lexington man accused of sexually exploiting a minor. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/15/22 02:47 PM

Cayce Police Announce 2 Arrests After 3 Shootings Reported Sept. 5

Cayce Police announced arrests connected to two shootings that occurred Sept. 5 and said they are investigating a report of another shooting that took place that day. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/15/22 11:34 AM

The Catch-Up: Governor Proclaims Workforce Development Month in Lexington County

Gov. Henry McMaster proclaimed Workforce Development Month at the Michelin factory in Lexington County on Sept. 7. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/15/22 10:35 AM

Moms for Liberty Lexington Chapter Makes Presence Felt

Moms for Liberty believes that parents have a right to defend their rights as guardians and have made it a mission to make waves in Lexington County. more

By Natalie Szrajer

| 9/15/22 10:33 AM

Lexington County Sheriff’s Department Announces Promotions

Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon recently announced a spate of transfers and promotions. more

From the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department | 9/15/22 09:00 AM

Lexington County Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Sexual Activity With Minor

A Lexington County man who solicited and engaged in sexual activity with a minor was sentenced to 10 years in prison. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/14/22 02:00 PM

Chapin Gets New Council Member After Special Election

An empty seat on Chapin Town Council has been filled following a Sept. 13 special election. more

By Kailee Kokes

| 9/14/22 12:17 PM

Rabid Animal Discovered in Lexington County, 4th So Far in 2022

The state Department of Health and Environmental Control announced that the raccoon was submitted for laboratory testing Sept. 8 and was confirmed to have rabies Sept. 12. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/13/22 05:40 PM

Lexington County Law Officer Graduates from FBI Academy

A captain in the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department recently graduated from a program attended by people representing 21 countries, 49 states and the District of Columbia. Capt. Jesse … more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/13/22 05:39 PM

Columbia Mayor Emphasizes Importance of Lexington, Midlands Connectivity

Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann may lead the Capital City across the Congaree, but he frequently reminded the Lexington Chamber about Columbia’s connections to Lexington during remarks at the group’s monthly Business Over Breakfast meeting. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/13/22 10:07 AM

Woman Accused of Stealing $45K from West Columbia Flea Market

The missing money was discovered during an internal audit. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/12/22 02:37 PM

Lexington County COVID Level Still High, Levels Down in SC

The number of counties in South Carolina with a high COVID-19 level is down this week, but Lexington County is still among those recommended to mask in indoor public spaces. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/9/22 10:21 AM

The Catch-Up: Chain Restaurants Making Moves in Lexington County

A trio of chains announced moves in Lexington County in the last week. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/8/22 07:27 AM

Lexington County Sheriff’s Department Announces 22 Child Predator Arrests

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department announced the arrest of 22 more men as part of an ongoing operation targeting potential sexual predators. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/7/22 04:41 PM

Lexington School District 1 Announces Meetings to Introduce Superintendent Finalists

After revealing the finalists for the job at a late-August board meeting, Lexington County School District 1 announced a series of meetings next week for the public to get to know the candidates. more

By Jordan Lawrence

| 9/7/22 04:30 PM

Lawsuit Brought by Swansea Council Members Headed to Formal Hearing

Legal actions brought by two Swansea council members against the town’s mayor, clerk and auditor are headed for a formal hearing on Sept. 30. more

By Al Dozier