Richland County, SC — Richland County Council approved the budget for fiscal year 2024-25 during its regular meeting on June 18. The budget, effective from July 1, was passed following three readings and a public hearing. Council Chair Jesica Mackey of District 9 emphasized the significant effort invested in theContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – The Lexington-Richland School District Five has announced that Dr. John McMillan will be taking over as the new Director of Adult Education, following the retirement of Paula Wright. The decision was made to further strengthen the district’s commitment to adult education and community engagement. Dr. McMillan, whoContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – The Lexington-Richland School District Five has announced the appointment of Heather Tucker as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Tucker’s selection for the position was confirmed during the school board meeting on June 24. “I am excited to be able to continue my service to the students,Continue Reading
Lexington, SC – With temperatures persistently hovering above 90 degrees, the Town of Lexington Police Department is stepping up to help residents stay cool through their Operation: Cool Down program. This initiative offers free box-style fans to those who need relief from the summer heat. Community Support Operation: Cool DownContinue Reading
Special to the Lake Murray News By Thomas Grant, Jr. June 15, 2024 – The Midlands Striper Club held the first of two summer tournaments at Clark’s Hill Lake, drawing 12 teams of enthusiastic anglers. The event was a remarkable success, yielding a total of 23 striped bass weighing inContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. During Fort Jackson Night this past Saturday, the Lexington County Blowfish with Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott presented a check of $3,660 to USO South Carolina in support of the non-profit organization’s efforts to assist troops by providing them morale, welfare and recreation-type services. Portions ofContinue Reading
Lexington, SC (June 24, 2024) – Chief Terrence Green would like to notify the community that the Lexington Police Department will be conducting several Public Safety Checkpoints on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, within the Town of Lexington. Officers will be conducting the Public Safety Checkpoints in response to collision incidents,Continue Reading
Celebrate Independence Day with Fireworks and Symphony at Segra Park Columbia, SC – Get ready for a night of music, fun, and dazzling fireworks as the Columbia Fireflies and the South Carolina Philharmonic Orchestra join forces for the 4th annual Fireworks with the Phil. This beloved orchestral Independence Day celebrationContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo, the acclaimed Long Island Medium and star of Lifetime’s new series “Raising Spirits,” has provided solace and comfort to countless fans. Columbia residents will soon have a unique opportunity to witness her extraordinary talents when she performs live at theContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A local man from Prosperity, James Robert Peterson, 37, has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a police dog during an incident with law enforcement officers last week. The shooting took place while Newberry County deputies and agents from the State LawContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. This past Saturday saw the Lexington County Blowfish hold Fort Jackson Night as it invited nearly 1,000 troops for a night of baseball and post-game fireworks. What they and the fans in attendance also came away with was a memorable 11-10 comeback victory that served asContinue Reading