While it is imperative for local government to continue to operate during States of Emergency, it is equally imperative for local governments to take steps to minimize the need for large gatherings in order to protect public health and safety and the health and safety of local government officials andContinue Reading
In light of the current health challenge, the members of the Lexington Woman’s Club will not hold their tournament on March 30 and have decided to cancel the event for this year.Continue Reading
Featuring over 50 wines for tasting and 18 of the Midlands’ best restaurants Tasting Notes is the annual wine and food celebration to benefit the SC Philharmonic. World-class vintners and the best restaurants in Columbia set the stage for an evening of epicurean delights. We also host a large silentContinue Reading
As the Coronavirus continues to attack, it is important to stay healthy and safe. Please use the below information from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) to help keep you, your family, and your friends protected against this disease. SymptomsThis illness has been recorded with a spectrum of severity, fromContinue Reading
Four-Time 5A State Championship Dutch Fork High School Football Team was recognized Thursday, March 5, 2020, at the Statehouse. Pictured are: Dutch Fork High School Football Team, Coach Tom Knotts, Representative Micah Caskey and Representative Chip HugginsContinue Reading
The Class 5A State Championship Chapin High School Cheerleaders were recognized at the Statehouse on Wednesday, March 4, 2020. Pictured are: Head Coach Vicki Williams, Asst Coach Billie Williams, Principal Michael Ames Senator Ronnie Cromer, Representative Nathan Ballentine & Representative Chip HugginsContinue Reading
Global expedition leader says “big announcement” planned for the 5th annual event By Alex Junes-Ward COLUMBIA, S.C. – Global Eco Adventures, Inc. (GEA) will host its 5th annual ECO BALL at Columbia’s Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Wed. evening, Apr. 22 – Earth Day 2020 – and will present awards for Environmental Champion of the Year, Environmental LegislatorContinue Reading
A Lexington man is accused of having weapons on school property after guns were found January 7 in a bag at Lexington High. Brent Wilson Skinner, 48, is charged with carrying weapons on school grounds, according to an arrest warrant. “Based on the information we gathered Tuesday, Skinner was exercising around theContinue Reading
By Steve Bell, Lake Watch columnist In early June of 2019, Lake Watch noticed what appeared to be “excessive” shoreline clearing within the 75’buffer on Lot 5, Key Island Cove on Lake Murray. This lot is part of a parcel known as the “Byrum Tract”. The tract was approved forContinue Reading
Dutch Fork High School varsity football coach and athletic director Tom Knotts has been named the 2019 National High School Football Coaches Association (NHSCA) National Football Coach of the Year. The award is presented jointly with High School Football America. “I am proud to be named National Coach of theContinue Reading
School District Five is partnering with a local farm to become the first school district in South Carolina to offer hydroponic lettuce from the State Farmers Market to students. Hydroponic lettuce is soil free and uses 98% less water than traditional farming. Local distribution of the crops means a smallerContinue Reading