A teen went from homeless to serving as a Marine. Here’s how a Lexington County deputy set him up for success LEXINGTON, S.C. – A life-changing opportunity for a homeless teen in South Carolina started with a shoplifting call to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Deputy John SandersContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. For Mookie Wilson and Bill Spiers, the road to Major League Baseball began with South Carolina American Legion. Both played for Orangeburg Post 4 before going on to college and professional careers. A state champion at Bamberg-Ehrhardt, Wilson went from Spartanburg Methodist College to the UniversityContinue Reading
Lexington, SC — A teacher at Irmo Middle School, Jermaine Cornelius Singletary, has been charged with assaulting two students on separate occasions. Singletary, 51, faces two counts of third-degree assault, according to arrest warrants issued by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Sheriff Jay Koon confirmed that an investigation was launchedContinue Reading
West Columbia, SC — In a stunning victory, Russell Ott has claimed the seat for South Carolina’s Senate District 26, marking a new chapter in the district’s political landscape. The district, which includes parts of Calhoun, Lexington, and Richland Counties, was previously held by longtime Senator Nikki Setzler, who retiredContinue Reading
On behalf of the educators, staff, and leadership of School District Five, we deeply appreciate the trust and confidence that residents have placed in us by passing the School District Five Referendum. This result reflects the commitment to our schools, teachers, staff and students by our entire School District FiveContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Defending national champion South Carolina is expected to get one of its top rebounders back on the court. The Athletics Department said Thursday forward Ashlyn Watkins, who was been suspended from the team since Aug. 31 following assault and kidnapping charges, has returned to team activities.Continue Reading
The Republican Party had a strong showing in South Carolina’s recent election, particularly in the state Senate, where they flipped four seats and came close to securing a supermajority. Despite some races heading to automatic recounts due to tight margins, Republicans are optimistic about their gains. Senate Majority Leader ShaneContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. What was originally set as the opening round of the S.C. High School League playoffs is now Week 11. With schools having to make up games due to Hurricane Helene, an extra week was added to the schedule. This resulted in numerous games getting pushed backContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. As golfers, coaches, and spectators encircled the 18th green of the Columbia Country Club on Oct. 30, River Bluff senior standout Caitlyn Gaines sank her par putt. It sealed a first-ever second-place finish for the Lady Gators in the S.C. High School League Division I final. Piece of cake,Continue Reading
The Lexington and Gilbert competitive cheer teams took first place honors at the Lexington Cheer Classic this past weekend at Wildcat Gymnasium. The Lady Wildcats placed first in Class 5A and the Lady Indians won Class 4A. Photos by Lexingtonwildcats.comContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The second annual South Carolina American Legion Baseball Hall of Fame ceremony is set for Thursday at Seawell’s Restaurant. This year’s Class of 2024 includes eight inductees: – Justin Hawkins (Chapin/Newberry Post 193/24)– Mookie Wilson (Orangeburg Post 4) – Bill Spiers (Orangeburg Post 4) – JoeContinue Reading