July 12, the Honorable R. Allyce Bailey joined the ranks of the judges who make up Richland County’s Magistrate’s Court. County, city and state officials attended a swearing-in ceremony for Judge Bailey in the County’s Central Court. Bailey, who formerly served as the County’s deputy attorney, was named one ofContinue Reading
On July 17, Richland County held its third blood drive of the year in partnership with the American Red Cross, providing residents and County staff the opportunity to donate the gift of life. In addition to the satisfaction of aiding vulnerable members of the community, participants were rewarded with aContinue Reading
he Columbia-Richland Fire Department (CRFD) has once again been honored as a Fire Safe SC Community, marking the fifth straight year the department has received this prestigious designation. This recognition highlights CRFD’s unwavering dedication to promoting fire safety and education within the community. In 2023 alone, CRFD’s fire prevention staffContinue Reading
The distinguished history educator is one of 53 finalists for the 2024 National History Teacher of the Year Award, set to receive a $1,000 prize and an invaluable collection of classroom resources Lexington, South Carolina – July 23, 2024 – Sarah Kelly, a teacher at Carolina Springs Middle School in Lexington,Continue Reading
Updated 07/23/24 On Sunday, July 21, firefighters in Lexington County responded to a fire on the 200 block of Oak Ridge Lane. Upon arrival, they made a tragic discovery: a body inside the burning home. Further investigation led to the finding of a man with multiple injuries in a nearbyContinue Reading
The inaugural 803 Day celebration is set to bring the Midlands area to life on August 3rd with a variety of activities and promotions. Inspired by the local 803 area code, this event promises to unite the community through a day filled with fun and excitement. Schedule of Events: 803Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. Lexington County Baseball Stadium was the site July 13 of the second annual softball game between the Michelin Plants #5 and #7. The charity contest, sponsored by the Lexington County Blowfish, raised $770 for the March of Dimes. The check was presented by Blowfish co-owner BillContinue Reading
Attorney and retired Army colonel achieves second seven-figure settlement in under a year By Chris Carter In less than a year, the Bill Connor Law Firm, led by attorney and retired U.S. Army Infantry Col. Bill Connor, has achieved its second seven-figure settlement: Placing him in a veryContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. Former Lexington High School state champion Lauren Stephenson is now a tournament winner on the professional tour. The 27-year-old Stephenson won the Twin Bridges Championship on the Epson Tour this past weekend. Pulling away from a group tied for first place, Stephenson finished 1-over-par 72 toContinue Reading
Ken Loveless, contractor and former District Five school board member who is currently looking to regain that seat, organized a meeting of concerned citizens and elected officials recently to discuss a course of action to promote training of and recruiting potential EMS workers at a high school level. The meetingContinue Reading
Each summer, the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life as the Purple Martins arrive for their annual vacation. It is estimated that more than one million birds venture north for the summer, roosting on the island and providing spectators with a rare glimpse of one ofContinue Reading