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Lexington musician brings tour to the state

“When I was born, I was completely blind, and while I can see now, I still have major visual issues and so music is a medium that you don't have to look at, you know? I can just hear it.”

The Catch-up: Crooked Creek Art League gave out $5,225 in awards at their Annual Juried Show

The Crooked Creek Art League, an art group located in Chapin, held their Annual Juried Show, which is their largest annual event.

‘Try to work it out,' Lexington County legislators push county officials to make changes after canceled road maintenance agreement

Lexington County Administration Building

The Lexington County legislative delegation met with Lexington County Council members and representatives of the county’s municipalities on March 19 to resolve differences over road maintenance agreements.

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Standout baseball player Beau Hollins looks to follow family legacy during final season at River Bluff

Beau Hollins looks to capture River Bluff’s second consecutive 5A State Championship this season with a varsity team he’s started on since his freshman year.
Beau Hollins has been surrounded by baseball for his entire life. 

Lexington, Gilbert players excel on the field to win Athlete of the Week

The winners of this week’s Athlete of the Week vote helped their team capture important conference wins. 

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You know, Japan’s devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. It was Dec. 7, 1941.  But what about March 4, 1942, the second time Pearl Harbor came under Japanese attack? 
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Lexington School District Two arts facility opening soon

The 103,400-square-foot performing arts center and district office for Lexington School District Two is opening this May.

The new 103,400-square-foot performing arts center and district office for Lexington School District Two is opening soon. 

For about three months, Lexington 2 Innovation Center students worked diligently to create a bike rack for Cayce’s Guignard Park, located at 964 Axtell Dr.
When the final school bell rings, students are sent home for summer vacation and the summer slide begins, but the Batesburg-Leesville educators are working to stop the slide with daily literacy engagement.
Lexington County Council gave initial approval to a $30 service fee for registered vehicle owners so the county can make needed road improvements.
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Voodoo Brewing Company is coming to Lexington

Voodoo Brewing Company is slated to bring a location to Lexington's Main Street.

The new owner of a key spot along Lexington’s Main Street has spoken out as to why he is helping bring a national franchise to the bustling downtown.

Since the Town of Lexington opened the Icehouse Amphitheater on Main St. back in 2016, the music and entertainment venue has brought a series of enjoyable concerts to the area, and this year is no exception.
Whether it's because of a desire for a hardback book, free internet connection or just a quiet place to study, young people are visiting their local libraries.
A Lexington County coffee brand is expanding again, but also cutting back.
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Voodoo Brewing Company is slated to bring a location to Lexington's Main Street.
Voodoo Brewing Company is slated to bring a location to Lexington's Main Street.
Voodoo Brewing Company is slated to bring a location to Lexington's Main Street.
Voodoo Brewing Company is slated to bring a location to Lexington's Main Street.
Voodoo Brewing Company is slated to bring a location to Lexington's Main Street.
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Incumbent Wessinger and former fire fighter vie for Lexington County Council District 6 seat

A local resident fighting for public safety has announced his campaign for county council, challenging incumbent Charli Wessinger for District 6, which covers Chapin, parts of Irmo and Lexington.
The Gamecock women’s team will start their NCAA journey on Friday at home as the No. 1 overall seed. The men start Thursday in Pittsburgh against Oregon.

USC men’s and women’s basketball teams ready for NCAA tournament

For the first time since their simultaneous runs to the Final Four in 2017, both University of South Carolina basketball teams are dancing in the March Madness tournament. 
Mark Zona started calling Wildcat games during the 2009 football season. Since then, he has called over 1,000 games across almost every sport.

Lexington High School PA announcer, play-by-play broadcaster celebrates 1,000 called games

If you attended any Lexington athletic event in the past 15 years, there is one thing you’ll notice remained consistent.
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