Richland County Vector Control plans to spray for mosquitoes in Forest Acres and St. Andrews after routine tests confirmed West Nile Virus activity in those communities. While the presence of the virus was detected in these two areas, residents Countywide are advised to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites andContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Chapin High and Chapin Middle schools dance teams were recognized at the July 15 Lexington-Richland District 5 School Board for winning national titles in competition held March 3 at Disney World in Orlando, Fla. The teams brought home national titles after competing against 94 teams fromContinue Reading
Besides trying to hold on to the weeks of summer that are left, few things are more popular in the month of August than the tax-free holidays offered in over a dozen states throughout the country. South Carolina’s Tax-Free Weekend is coming up and Experimax is ready for customers toContinue Reading
Richland County Stormwater Management is partnering with Columbia Water, One Columbia and a local artist on a storm drain public art project. The art project is part of the “Drains Aren’t Dumps” storm drain marking campaign that kicked off July 12. The campaign will bring attention to the harmful effectsContinue Reading
Lexington County narcotics agents have arrested six people on drug charges after tracking two wanted subjects to a home in Lexington. Deputies responded to the 100 block of Browning Court July 12 after receiving tips about a woman wanted for a parole violation and a man wanted on a familyContinue Reading
Ok, Husbands and wives, friends and lovers are you ready for the annual LMYRA couples Race? This race can be a real test of teamwork between husband and wife, friends, lovers or a test of their relationship depending on their experience and approach to the racing and sailing in general.Continue Reading
The Dutch Fork High School Dazzlers will be hosting their annual Razzle Dazzle Dance Camp at Dutch Fork High School July 22 – 25 from 9 am – noon each day. Participants will learn dances, create crafts, enjoy snack time, and participate in the Welcome to the Jungle theme. ForContinue Reading
The Chapin Job Fair will be held July 25, from noon – 6 pm. The event will take place at the Chapin Town Hall Community Room at 157 NW Columbia Avenue. Candidates attending the Chapin Job Fair will be able to speak with human resources representatives and complete job applicationsContinue Reading
Dominion Energy has pledged $2.5 million to support the International African American Museum’s (IAAM) design and construction. As one of the largest single donations to a nonprofit cause in the company’s history, it reflects Dominion Energy’s commitment to the people of South Carolina. In addition to the $2.5 million donation,Continue Reading
Mia Andrade, a rising Seventh grader at Chapin Middle School qualified for the US Kids Clubs World Championships August 1-3. “I played well all season and feel confident about my game,” said Andrade. Players participate during an entire season to accumulate points based on performance to earn the opportunity to competeContinue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five is announcing its Board of Trustees meeting schedule for the 2019-2020 school year. The first meeting will be held on Monday, July 15, 2019. The location for the meeting has moved to the District Office located at 1020 Dutch Fork Road in Irmo. The call toContinue Reading