Multi-Grammy Award-winning artist Bill Gaither will bring his Moments To Remember Tour to Lexington this fall. Gaither, along with his renowned Gaither Vocal Band, will perform at Northside Baptist Church, located at 4347 Sunset Boulevard, on Saturday, October 12, at 7 p.m. At 88 years old, Gaither continues to beContinue Reading
The South Carolina Brewer’s Guild (SCBG) is excited to host their annual beer festival with a fresh new name—Crafted in Carolina: A Celebration of South Carolina’s Brewers and Artisans. Formerly known as “Hop Forward,” this event will take place on Saturday, October 12, from 3 – 7 p.m. at SegraContinue Reading
Many residents in Richland County are still dealing with fallen trees, branches, and yard debris left behind by Hurricane Helene. The County’s Public Works Department has been actively clearing roadways and is now working with curbside collection contractors to assist with storm debris removal. Curbside collection will follow the regularContinue Reading
Governor Henry McMaster, along with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD), has announced that Richland County is now eligible for expedited federal individual disaster assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The Richland County Emergency Management Division (RCEMD) has started assessing hurricane-related damage across the county to determine itsContinue Reading
Residents of 13 South Carolina counties affected by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance if they experienced uninsured damage or losses. This assistance can help with urgent needs such as temporary lodging, home repairs, personal property loss, and other disaster-related expenses. The eligible counties include Aiken, Anderson,Continue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard Voters have many choices on November 5: Election Day. You matter – learn what is on the ballot and be sure to vote. Voters residing within the School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties (LR5) will vote (1) together for or against a school bond referendumContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. It took just one week for the Region 4-5A standings to experience a shakeup. Newly-ranked River Bluff was one of three teams to go undefeated in non-region play. It remained that way after last Friday as the Gators defeated defending region champion White Knoll 24-21 inContinue Reading
The Lexington County Republican Party (LCRP) has made their picks for school board candidates in the upcoming general election. “When we began the endorsement committee a short time ago, a huge priority was electing strong people to our school boards,” Chairman Mark Weber said. “Our values– including fiscally and culturally–Continue Reading
By Al Dozier At a work session Tuesday the Irmo Town Council reviewed a list of final adjustments and changes to the recently approved Water Walk Ordinance which was approved on first reading at the Sept. 17 meeting. The proposed $150 million development would occupy land along Dreher Shoals Road,Continue Reading
By Tom Poland I look forward to fall’s crisp air, college football, and colorful foliage, but with the good comes the sad. Hummingbirds take leave of us. It’s been a good hummingbird season. I’ve had many visitors to my feeders, far more females than males. All swoop and squeak asContinue Reading
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond is urging residents to be cautious and informed when donating to charities assisting those impacted by Hurricane Helene. As the Southeast begins the recovery and rebuilding process, Hammond advises donors to ensure their contributions are going to legitimate organizations that will effectively helpContinue Reading