Early voting for the Republican Presidential Primary is in full swing, offering voters the opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of the official election day. The early voting period began on Monday, February 12, and will continue until Thursday, February 22. Residents in Lexington County can participate in early votingContinue Reading
By Congressman Joe Wilson February 8, 2024 Under the policies of Biden and Democrats, Americans have suffered. As a result, our country has experienced unprecedented adversity. Families continue to struggle with crippling inflation of consumer products and services, including inflation reaching a 40-year high; the ongoing invasion of illegal aliensContinue Reading
In a heartwarming gesture extending beyond the world of weddings and events, the Columbia Bridal Association proudly announces its charitable initiative. Demonstrating a commitment to community service, the association is pleased to donate a collection of toys to PRISMA Health’s Children’s Hospital in Columbia. This philanthropic effort, led by DonContinue Reading
This deputy brings an unusually calming peace to cops, the community and critical incidents By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Those of us in law enforcement know what K-9s do: They track and pursue suspects, locate missing persons, and sniff-out drugs, explosive devices and electronics (computer hard-drives, cameras, etc.), among otherContinue Reading
The Scooter Scott Project’s GED (General Educational Development) program at the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC) continues to thrive, boasting an impressive track record of success in offering educational opportunities to the numerous students who have enrolled in the program. Dr. Cindye Richburg-Cotton, BLEC Executive Director, expressed pride in hosting thisContinue Reading
In a chilling turn of events, Lexington County has been rattled by the arrest of a man and a woman in connection with two separate fatal shootings late last year. Allon Triante Adams, 22, and Cady Elise Keener, 19, now face charges including two counts of murder, armed robbery, criminalContinue Reading
The highly anticipated sixth-annual Cottontown Art Crawl is set to take place on March 9 from 10 am to 4 pm in the historic downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event promises a vibrant showcase of local and regional artists, bringing creativity and entertainment to porches, streets, and lawns. Key details aboutContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Student-athletes in the Lake Murray area were recognized Wednesday for signing with the college or university of their choice. It was the traditional National Signing Day as those who opted not to sign early made their commitments official. Lexington and Chapin also had large signing classesContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – Cleo Floyd-Johnstone, a compassionate 9th-grade student at Dutch Fork High School, took the initiative to organize a cancer fundraiser for the non-profit organization “In the Middle.” In the Middle is dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer, providing support to individuals who fall in the middle-income bracketContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a beloved destination in Columbia, is gearing up to celebrate its 50th anniversary on April 25. As the countdown begins, exciting partnerships, projects, and festivities are in the works. Tommy Stringfellow, President and CEO of Riverbanks, expressed the growth and success of RiverbanksContinue Reading
Five teachers from Lexington-Richland School District Five have achieved the prestigious National Board Certification (NBCT) this year, further enhancing the district’s standing with a total of 299 National Board Certified Teachers. National Board Certification is an advanced teaching credential that involves a comprehensive series of performance-based assessments. Teachers pursuing thisContinue Reading