LEXINGTON, S.C. – An anonymous tip from the community helped Lexington County deputies locate and arrest a Batesburg man following a two-day manhunt. Cordell Wyman Clark, 26, was taken into custody Wednesday morning and charged with resisting arrest and failure to stop for a blue light, according to records fromContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – The Center for Advanced Technical Studies will host an Open House on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at its campus located at 916 Mt. Vernon Church Road in Chapin. The Center, known for offering hands-on, career-focused education, serves high school students in gradesContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A routine traffic stop on Interstate 26 turned into a major drug bust last week after a Lexington County deputy pulled over a vehicle with an expired license plate. Aaron Daryl Maldonado, 31, of Columbia, faces multiple charges including trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine, possession of cocaine, marijuana,Continue Reading
LEXINGTON, SC – The Lexington Police Department is inviting the community to come together for a night of family fun, food, and fellowship at National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5, at Virginia Hylton Park. The event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and offers a chance for residentsContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum is once again showing its appreciation for those who serve. As part of the Blue Star Museums initiative, active-duty military personnel and their families can enjoy free general admission now through Labor Day, September 1. “We are honored to show our appreciation for those servingContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – July 31, 2025 – LawyerLisa, LLC is proud to announce the appointment of Jeanean Petoskey as the firm’s new Chief Executive Officer. A widely respected leader in legal operations and business strategy, Ms. Petoskey brings a bold and forward-thinking vision to the firm as it continues to growContinue Reading
By: Lisa Hostetler Brown, Managing Attorney, LawyerLisa Expert Answer: (Hint: It might not be Johnny!)Setting up an irrevocable trust is often a smart and effective way to protect your assets from long-term care costs, especially when pre-planning for Medicaid eligibility. However, this strategy works only if you choose the right TrusteeContinue Reading
The Richland County Conservation Commission has announce the launch of the ENRICH Tour, a self-guided, mobile audio tour celebrating the African American heritage embedded in the county’s cultural and physical landscapes. Using a smartphone, tablet or laptop, people of all ages can enjoy a curated audio tour that delivers contentContinue Reading
A Closer Look at What Makes Them Different By James Bahm Over the course of a week, I may speak with 30 or so individuals in a variety of professions and gain some valuable insight into what their current marketing strategies are. During my initial CNA (Client Needs Analysis) I alwaysContinue Reading
By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Besides the solitary confinement of writing, I cut myself off from the world in two places. Hard-to-reach wilderness areas and forgotten churches where a haunting takes over when I see pews, a pulpit, and the occasional piano. A hymnal now and then too. MyContinue Reading
The Midlands is gearing up for a weekend of unity, creativity, and local pride as the second annual 803 Day celebration returns August 1–3. The multi-day event honors the 803 area code—recognized each year on August 3 (8/03)—with community-wide activities, small business promotions, and family-friendly fun. Organizers invite residents andContinue Reading