LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Batesburg man is facing serious charges after Lexington County narcotics agents discovered drug-manufacturing supplies and substances on his property. Jarvis Oneil Adams, 37, has been charged with trafficking methamphetamine and possession of supplies used to manufacture crack cocaine, as per arrest warrants. “Agents identified Adams asContinue Reading
PACIFIC OCEAN – On June 24, 2024, Aviation Boatswain’s Mate Airman (Launch/Recovery Equipment) Carnell Hill, from Lexington, expertly signaled the retraction of the arresting gear wire after an F/A-18E Super Hornet, part of the Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 “Dambusters,” successfully landed on the flight deck of the USS RonaldContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for its annual competitive exhibits, set to be displayed from October 9-20 during the S.C. State Fair. Exhibitors from across the state are invited to submit their entries by September 1 in various categories for a chance toContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization has crowned Mary Elle Marchant, Miss River Bluff’s Teen, as Miss South Carolina’s Teen 2024. Marchant, an 18-year-old from Lexington, recently graduated from River Bluff High School and wowed the judges with her exceptional talent and poise. Marchant captivated the audienceContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The City of Columbia is pleased to announce the availability of the 2024 Youth Services Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to inform parents and guardians about services and programs available to youth throughout the summer in Columbia and other parts of Richland County. The guide highlights aContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Columbia Animal Services is delighted to announce a special offer of free pet adoptions from July 20 to July 28. This initiative aims to find loving homes for the many animals in need of adoption and to reduce the number of pets in the shelter. Located atContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – A Columbia man has been charged with the murder of his mother, an incident that took place last December. Terry Lee Self Jr., 37, faces charges of murder according to an arrest warrant issued by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. The victim, identified as Regina Arroyo, wasContinue Reading
Kenneth Archie, 44, of Columbia, was sentenced to more than five years in federal prison after pleading guilty to possession of a firearm by a felon and possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine, methamphetamine, and marijuana. Evidence presented to the court showed on June 14, 2021, the Richland CountyContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard “Must be nice to have all summer off.” “Must be nice to get all those paid holidays.” “Must be nice to be done with work by 2:30 (or 3:40 for high schools) every day.” I am writing this article after presenting at the SC Education and BusinessContinue Reading
Irmo, SC — A proposed development along the picturesque shores of Lake Murray is causing a stir among local residents. The project, dubbed Water Walk, aims to transform 65 acres at 2947 Dreher Shoals Road/S.C. 6 into a vibrant community hub with 550 homes, restaurants, retail spaces, and a boutiqueContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Perhaps playing before a large group of soldiers on Fort Jackson Night has inspired a turnaround for the Lexington County Blowfish. The defending Coastal Plain League champions have resembled a different team than the one which ended the first half schedule under .500. Since closing outContinue Reading