Cheer Champions Honored
2026-02-04
The two-time Class 5A Division I competitive cheer champions, the Lexington Varsity Cheer team, were recognized by the Lexington County Council on Jan. 27.Continue Reading
South Carolina to Host MLF Columbia PFG College Fishing National Championship on Lake Murray
2026-02-04
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Feb. 3, 2026) — Hundreds of the nation’s top collegiate bass anglers will converge on Lake Murray Feb. 12–14 for the 2026 Columbia PFG College Fishing Presented by Abu Garcia National Championship. Hosted by Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism, the 17th annual championship will feature up toContinue Reading
Dream Rookie Season Continues for Irmo’s Nick Emmanwori
2026-02-02
By Thomas Grant Jr. Nick Emmanwori is enjoying a rookie NFL season many veterans only dream about. The Seattle Seahawks safety — and former Irmo High School and University of South Carolina standout — is one win away from claiming football’s ultimate prize: a Super Bowl championship. Emmanwori is alsoContinue Reading
Marketing Summit Set for Feb. 4 at Harbison Theatre
2026-02-02
Columbia, S.C. — Marketing, communications and business professionals are invited to attend The Marketing Summit on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Harbison Theatre in Irmo. Presented by Capital City/Lake Murray Country and Experience Columbia SC, the half-day event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with registration opening at 8:30Continue Reading
Lexington Police Accepting Applications for Citizen’s Police Academy
2026-02-02
Lexington, S.C. — The Lexington Police Department is now accepting applications for its 2026 Citizen’s Police Academy, according to Chief Terrence Green. The academy will begin Tuesday, March 10, and meet Tuesday evenings for nine weeks, with a break during spring break. Classes will be held from 6:30 to 8:30Continue Reading
S.C.’s Growth Story: Dispelling the Myth of Choosing Between Economic and Environmental Sustainability
2026-02-02
By Dr. Tom Mullikin and Sen. Tom Davis For years, Americans have been sold a false narrative: you can only protect the environment or grow the economy – but not both. South Carolina is debunking this myth, demonstrating the best examples across the State where both the environment and theContinue Reading
Lexington’s Anderson reaches 1,000 career points
2026-02-01
By Thomas Grant Jr. Revenge games and personal milestones have become synonymous with the Molly Goodrich era at Lexington High School. The winningest girls’ basketball coach in school history has inspired her team after losing a first meeting with an opponent to decisive victories in rematches. The trend continued lastContinue Reading
Student of the Month: Lillie Marigny
2026-02-01
Nursery Road Elementary-Arts Magnet fifth grader Lillie Marigny is named the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Student of the Month for January. Principal Karey Fisher and fifth-grade teacher Abigail Bumgardner highlight Marigny’s outstanding character and contributions. Fisher says, “Lillie is a quiet student who always tries to do the right thing. HerContinue Reading
New Surface, Jerseys for Blowfish
2026-02-01
By Thomas Grant Jr. The stadium formerly known as “Wildcat Hollow” is receiving another upgrade in its newest form. Now home of the Lexington County Blowfish, Lexington County Baseball Stadium is getting a new playing surface. Construction is underway to install AstroTurf, replacing the natural grass previously used for LexingtonContinue Reading
Floyd ready to take White Knoll to “Next Step”
2026-02-01
By Thomas Grant Jr. This past week saw Lexington School District One lose one head football coach while filling another vacant position. Last Tuesday, Corey Helms resigned as Pelion head coach to take over the Chapin football program. On Friday, longtime head coach Victor Floyd was introduced as the newContinue Reading
Wrestling playoffs delayed for Lake Murray teams
2026-02-01
By Thomas Grant Jr. The blizzard that overwhelmed Lake Murray postponed the start of the S.C. High School League wrestling playoffs. On Friday, the S.C. High School League released a memo in which it temporarily suspended the team playoffs. Several Lake Murray teams were scheduled to open first and secondContinue Reading