By Thomas Grant Jr. The “Swamp Sweep” was completed Friday by the Lexington girls’ soccer team. A night after the baseball and softball teams clinched Region 4-5A titles at the home of archrival River Bluff, the Lady Wildcats followed suit. The 3-1 victory over the Lady Gators gave retiring headContinue Reading
(Photo by Clemson Tigers) By Thomas Grant Jr. Antonio Williams is now a Washington Commander. The former Dutch Fork All-State and two-time All-ACC wide receiver was selected Friday in the third round and 71st overall at the NFL Draft. “They’re getting a guy that’s going to come in and workContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Add a new alter ego to the ever-innovative Lexington County Blowfish. For one weekend only, the team will take the field as the “Cowfish,” donning specialty uniforms as part of a partnership with the Lexington County Farm Bureau. Team co-owner Bill Shanahan unveiled the aesthetic jerseysContinue Reading
Photo: Coaches Will Hickson and Josh Hoover By Thomas Grant Jr. Gilbert High School welcomed back an alumnus to replace its longtime wrestling coach and introduced a new basketball coach from a county rival. The Lexington County School District Five board approved the hiring of Josh Hoover as wrestling coach.Continue Reading
Statewide cleanup effort triples impact in just its second year Columbia, SC (April 27, 2026) — In just ten days, thousands of South Carolinians made a visible impact in their communities, removing 488,856 pounds of litter from roadsides, parks, and public spaces across all 46 counties. Held March 21–29, PalmettoPride’sContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Winning a region title is always a proud accomplishment for a Lexington High School sports program. The pride goes to another level when two teams win region titles on the same night at the home of the biggest archrival. Thursday’s “Showdowns in The Swamp” was aContinue Reading
photo by lexingtonhswildcats.com By Thomas Grant Jr. Lexington School District One teams can clinch their respective Region 4-5A titles this week. LEXINGTON SOFTBALL The Lady Wildcats are seeking their fifth region title in six years. They can achieve it with a win Tuesday over White Knoll and Thursday against River Bluff.Continue Reading
IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five Superintendent Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr. was surprised April 20 at the School District Five School Board meeting with the prestigious South Carolina National School Public Relations Association (SC/NSPRA) Administrator of the Year Award. The announcement was made by Toni Chewning, President of SC/NSPRA.Continue Reading
The Lexington County Fire Service is advising residents a large wildland fire incident occurring in Georgia is producing smoke that is spreading across portions of Georgia and South Carolina. As a result, moderate smoke conditions are expected to remain present throughout Lexington County for an unknown period of time. ResidentsContinue Reading
By Jason Guerry Anyone who lives in Lexington County feels it. What used to be a quick drive down 378 or Highway 1 now takes twice as long. Intersections and feeder roads back up for multiple light cycles. Roads are patched, repatched, and still falling apart. You don’t need anyoneContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. River Bluff High School lacrosse player Payton Hart is recognized after scoring her 100th career goal against Irmo High School. Hart, who recently signed with Lander University, reached the milestone during the matchup.Continue Reading