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How bird flu virus fragments get into milk sold in stores, and what the spread of H5N1 in cows means for the dairy industry and milk drinkers

The discovery of fragments of avian flu virus in about 20% of milk samples from stores in initial testing across the U.S. suggests that the H5N1 virus may be more widespread in U.S. dairy cattle than previously realized. …

How the pretzel went from soft to hard – and other little-known facts about one of the world’s favorite snacks

Lexington County municipalities unite for road maintenance change

Chapin Baptist Church’s 5th annual car show brings generations together
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April is Autism Awareness Month; Lexington area parents say community is key

Ryan Unumb

One in 36. This is the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the number of children who have been identified as being on the autism spectrum.

The Catch-up: New principal named for Carolina Springs Middle School

Patrice Green, currently an assistant principal at Clover High School in Clover, S.C., will replace Brice Cockfield as principal of Carolina Springs Middle School effective July 1, 2024. Green, …

Lexington welcomes ‘80s hitmakers A Flock Of Seagulls

Mike Score of A Flock Of Seagulls

If you ask a random group of Gen Xers what comes to mind when they hear the phrase, "’80s Music,” the odds are pretty good that at least one of them will bring up A Flock Of Seagulls.

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Key takeaways from South Carolina football’s spring game

South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer laughs at a joke before a play at the University of South Carolina's Spring Game at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina, on Saturday, April 20, 2024.
The Gamecock football team held its annual spring football game last week on April 20. The team split into two sides, garnet and black, and competed in a friendly scrimmage, followed by a fireworks …

Dutch Fork players sweep Athlete of the Week after clutch performances

This week’s winners of Athlete of the Week both come from Dutch Fork High School and had clutch performances to help deliver their team a win.

The Chapin girls team defeated River Bluff in a second-round nailbiter after a late run from the Gators made the game close.

Chapin girls, Dutch Fork boys advance past first week of playoff lacrosse
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Stay Here, Play Here: Things to do in Lexington County for the week of April 25

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The Caped Crusader. The Dark Knight. The World’s Greatest Detective. Or just plain Batman.
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Your ancestors were in a state of shock 112 years ago. How could the RMS Titanic, the engineering marvel of its age, a ship designed with such exacting care that it was proclaimed …
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Shiniqua Mays is the Lexington County School District 3 teacher of the year

The Lexington County School District 3 teacher of the year for the current school year is busy molding young minds at Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School …

Here they are: the Chronicle’s 2024 Top 20 Under 40 in Lexington County!
Cayce Elementary held their 4th Unified Day this past week. As part of being a Special Olympics School, the goal of Unified Day is to “provide an opportunity for students.
Typically, on the weekends, the Icehouse Amphitheater is the place to go for live rock, soul or country bands. The stage is usually set up with drums and amps for rockers or honky-tonkers or funk fiends.
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Farmers market brought vendors, community together in Batesburg

Beulah Roasting Co. hosted its first Fulmer St. Market on March 21. The outdoor farmers market featured more than 10 vendors on the streets of downtown Batesburg. 

Belly’s Southern Pride is closed for now and the owners plan to move to a new location in the coming weeks.
A Lexington barbecue restaurant is temporarily closed but they are going to reopen in a couple of weeks. Belly’s Southern Pride located at 2508 Augusta Hwy. across from Lexington High School closed their doors temporarily on March 30.
A lot of us probably think about giving up our nine-to-five life and pursuing our dreams.
It seems like breweries are popping up everywhere across the South Carolina landscape, and Lexington County is no exception.
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Former Lexington basketball star Cam Scott decommitted from Texas and announced his decision to play at the University of South Carolina under head coach Lamont Paris.

Lexington’s Cam Scott announces college decision, will play for Gamecocks close to home

Lexington basketball’s most decorated player is staying close to home for his college career after previously decommitting from Texas.
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April is Autism Awareness Month. This Midlands Tech student encourages individuality

One in 36. This is the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the number of children who have been identified as being on the autism spectrum disorder.
Chapin head coach Justin Gentry is retiring after 14 seasons with the Eagles. Gentry earned almost 100 wins with the Eagles and led the school from class 3A to 5A.

Chapin football coach retires after 14 seasons with school

Chapin’s football program will be under new leadership for the first time in a long time next season. 
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Billions of cicadas are about to emerge from underground in a rare double-brood convergence
In the wake of North America’s recent solar eclipse, another historic natural event is on the horizon. From late April through June 2024, the largest brood of 13-year cicadas, known as Brood XIX, will co-emerge with a midwestern brood of 17-year cicadas, Brood XIII.
Removing PFAS from public water will cost billions and take time – here are ways to filter out some harmful ‘forever chemicals’ at home
Chemists invented PFAS in the 1930s to make life easier: Nonstick pans, waterproof clothing, grease-resistant food packaging and stain-resistant carpet were all made possible by PFAS. …
Gold vs. stocks: As both hit record highs, which is performing better for investors?
Money helps shed light on which is a better investment: gold or stocks.
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