The Republican Party had a strong showing in South Carolina’s recent election, particularly in the state Senate, where they flipped four seats and came close to securing a supermajority. Despite some races heading to automatic recounts due to tight margins, Republicans are optimistic about their gains. Senate Majority Leader ShaneContinue Reading
The Lexington County Republican Party (LCRP) has made their picks for school board candidates in the upcoming general election. “When we began the endorsement committee a short time ago, a huge priority was electing strong people to our school boards,” Chairman Mark Weber said. “Our values– including fiscally and culturally–Continue Reading
The Lexington-Richland Five Teacher Forum will be hosting two D5 School Board Candidate Forums to give the public a chance to learn more about the candidates and their positions on key issues. “Teacher Forum is looking forward to learning more about our school board candidates and their hopes for D5Continue Reading
Richland County, SC – August 2, 2024 – Mike Ward is thrilled to announce that he has officially filed to run for the Richland County seat on the Board of Trustees for Lexington-Richland School District Five. With over 15 years of experience running a local business and a deep commitmentContinue Reading
Longtime District Five booster Ken Loveless has officially filed for Lexington-Richland Five School Board on November 5th. A candidate for one of the Lexington County seats on the board, Loveless feels a strong level of confidence in the upcoming election: “I have been getting out and laying the groundworkContinue Reading
“I have a proven track record of supporting teachers and parents, focusing on academics, eliminating wasteful spending and ensuring our school board is transparent and always acts in the best interest of students. We have more work to do and I’m looking forward to doing that work.” Those were theContinue Reading
Surrounded by his family, District Five businessman and parent Jason Baynham officially filed for the Richland County seat on the District Five School Board. “It has been a thrill to get out on the campaign trail and meet our neighbors,” said Baynham. “Now, the campaign officially begins, andContinue Reading
Touting his many years of service to Lexington-Richland District Five and his background in workforce development, Ken Loveless is seeking to return to one of the two District Five School Board seats in Lexington County. “After receiving so much encouragement from community members and District Five stakeholders, my family andContinue Reading
“I appreciate Dick Harpootlian calling me this morning to concede the race. We had a cordial and respectful conversation where he pledged to support our campaign in November. This race was never about any individual. It was about the people of Senate District 26. At the end of the day,Continue Reading
Conservation Voters of South Carolina (CVSC) have announced a primary endorsements Dean Widener (Republican) for State House District 85 in Lexington County. CVSC has chosen to support the candidate based on his commitment to conservation values and putting voters in their districts first regarding all issues facing our state. SinceContinue Reading
The Lexington County Republican Party (LCRP) held its monthly meeting on May 6th, drawing an overflow crowd of twenty-three candidates gearing up for the June 11 Primary. Following stump speeches from the candidates, the LCRP Executive Committee made endorsements in selected races. Chairman Mark Weber emphasized the party’s commitment toContinue Reading