West Columbia- Lexington County – Cayce news
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Many long-time West Columbia residents quickly identified the photo of the Kentucky Fried Chicken in West Columbia in 1967, that was featured Monday on WestMetroNews.com. The photo came from an ad in the 1967 Airport High School Yearbook that is in the possession of Bill Mooneyhan. The building still exists […]
The Lexington Two School District has added a new full-time virtual option for students from 5K-through-12th-grade for the 2020-21 school year. For more information about the Virtual Academy visit our website www.lex2.org for detailed information and the application. For students who want to participate in the Lexington Two Virtual Academy […]
The building signage for the South Carolina Virtual Charter School went up Friday. Swatch Graphics of State Street in Cayce put the letters up on the building. The new school’s new Administrative Office is at 2023 Platt Springs Road, at the intersection of Glenn Street. The South Carolina Virtual Charter […]
This is the location of Kentucky Fried Chicken in West Columbia in 1967. The photo came from an ad in the 1967 Airport High School Yearbook that is in the possession of Bill Mooneyhan. The building still exists and there is a business in the building currently. Do you know […]
The West Columbia Riverwalk was the epicenter of the summer, Sunday. A steady stream of tubers entered Riverwalk at the Amphitheater from the Congaree River after a cool float on a very hot day. Others were walking up to sign up to take a trip at the Palmetto Outdoor shed […]
Jerry Sanders Chitty, age 79, died Tuesday, July 7,2020, at his home in West Columbia surrounded by his devoted family. Mr. Chitty was born on July 24, 1940, in Olar, South Carolina to the late Charles Morton Chitty and the late Cornelia Sanders Chitty. He was a graduate of Denmark-Olar […]
From Lexington Two Communications Director Dawn Kujawa -Lexington Two will launch a full-time 5K-12 Virtual Academy for the 2020-21 school year. The academy is one option in the district’s reopening plan for the new academic year. Additional details about the Virtual Academy, as well as plans for in-person instruction, will […]
From Nephron Pharmaceuticals – One of the fastest-growing pharmaceuticals companies in the country, headquartered in Lexington Country, today announced several major expansion and investment projects. Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation plans a new $215 million investment in Lexington County, bringing 380 new full-time jobs to the area by 2024, and adding new […]
Beginning at 6 a.m., on Friday, July 10, masks will be required in the places specified in the ordinance. Visit our website at westcolumbiasc.gov for all of the details: Businesses, where masks are required, must place a “Notice” (poster, placard, or notification, which shall be at least 8”x11”) in a conspicuous place […]
The City of West Columbia invites everyone to visit its Meeting Street Artisan Market. Come out and participate in this slice of the community! The City is very excited to add this opportunity to the West Side and hope you will #headwest to check it out. The market meets under […]
From Gov. Henry McMaster: To help reduce the transmission of COVID-19 between young adults in South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster today announced that the sale of alcoholic beverages in all bars and restaurants throughout the state will be prohibited after 11:00 PM each night. The governor’s order will go into […]
It is an uncommon summer because of the coronavirus crisis. Despite the uncertainty, two West Columbia venues are offering you the chance to experience a little music and normalcy. As you venture out, keep in mind that West Columbia City Council approved an ordinance mandating masks, Tuesday at its regular […]
West Columbia City Council approved an emergency ordinance mandating masks, Tuesday at its regular meeting. The ordinance required a two-thirds vote. It passed 8-1, with only Councilwoman Casey Hallman voting against. The mask mandate will go into effect at 6 a.m. Friday. Masks are required upon entering grocery stores, pharmacies […]
Atlanta-based The Simpson Organization, Inc. announced Wednesday it has purchased 36 acres of Dominion Energy’s 260-acre Otarre Pointe, a prime development corridor in Lexington County at the intersection of I-77 South and 12th Street Extension, in Cayce. Plans for the 36-acre mixed-use project are to include apartments, restaurants, retail, a […]
Lexington County deputies are asking for the public’s help as they work to find a Gaston man accused of shooting a man to death at a party June 25. Keyshaun Alfred Muller, 19, is charged with murder, assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, and possession of a […]
The Westover Homeowners Association has released a calendar of food truck appearances on Mohawk Drive. It’s in the gravel parking lot area under the Dominion power line right of way, adjacent to botanical gardens parking lot and entrance. Riverbanks Zoo is allowing use of that area to accommodate trucks in […]
From Ashley Hunter- City of Cayce Spokeswoman – Tuesday night, the Cayce City Council voted to enact an ordinance to mandate that masks be worn in places open to the general public, within the City Limits. This ordinance will become effective on Friday morning, July 10, at 6 a.m.. Individuals violating this ordinance […]
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of two Lexington county residents in unrelated cases. Anthony Michael Crispino, III (age 26), of Columbia and Michael Wayne Davis (age 61), of Leesville, were arrested on seven total charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. Internet Crimes Against Children […]
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the victim of a suspected drowning. The man’s body was recovered from the Willow Cove Road area of Lake Murray shortly before 3 p.m. Monday. According to Fisher, Mr. Clint Alexander Brown, 38, of Columbia was recovered from the water and pronounced deceased […]
The SC Department of Transportation has repaired the Gibson Road Pond Bridge in Lexington. The road is now open to traffic. The DOT closed the Gibson Road Bridge last week due to eroding concrete on the bridge. it was expected to be closed for two weeks. Gibson Road residents were […]
The S.C. Department of Natural Resources is reporting that a man drowned on Lake Murray after the boat he was in took on water and sunk. The drowning occurred Monday around 3 p.m. off of Willow Cove Road in Chapin, according to the report. Two men were in a 14-foot […]
Lexington County’s Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation is one of the fastest-growing pharmaceuticals companies in the country. Monday Nephron announced a new collaboration with Methapharm. Nephron is just outside of Cayce, on 12th Street Extension, and it has a West Columbia address. As a part of the collaboration, Nephron will produce kits […]
A crash before 6 a.m. Tuesday, on I-77 northbound, at Exit 2 closed two left lanes of traffic. The SC Department of Transportation – Midlands reported the collision. Crews were on the scene in an effort to clear the interstate. No other information was given.
From the Cayce Department of Public Safety – At 1 PM Monday a collision occurred in the 2900 block of Charleston Hwy. A red Mercury was traveling south on Charleston Hwy. when a black van crossed the roadway and struck it in the side. The Mercury left the right side […]
From Lexington County Communications – Lexington County Fire Services and EMS units responded to the 700 block of Archwood Street in Gaston for a residential structure fire Monday afternoon. Upon arrival, crews found a fully-involved double-wide mobile home with heavy smoke and flames coming from the home. Water-shuttle operations were […]
A man accused of firing shots into a parked car has been arrested, according to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Elijah Michael Ross, 22, is charged with attempted murder, unlawful carry of a pistol and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest warrants. “Based on evidence […]
A crew from the West Columbia Fire Department were on the scene of a vehicle fire on I-26 Monday afternoon. More details will be added when received.
Registration is tentatively set to start in early August for the fall session of Lexington Two adult education classes. Registration is scheduled at this time to begin the week of August 3. It will be completed by appointment only. Call (803) 739-4048 to schedule an appointment. Start dates and times […]
A vehicle on fire was blocked traffic Monday afternoon on I-20 westbound in Richland County. The fire around Exit 68, near the U.S. 321 (Fairfield Road) Exit.Drivers were encouraged by the South Carolina Highway Patrol to avoid the area.
“We’re starting to see it…a Savage vision coming to life,” is the update that appears on the Savage Craft Ale Works Facebook page. The rooftop bar behind the ld Brookland Court House and Fire Station is taking shape. Work on the soundstage on the grounds is progressing. Earlier this summer […]
The City of Cayce is asking its residents to come pick up your free copy of the 2020-2021 Cayce City Calendars at Cayce City Hall. You can pick them up at the City Hall drive through located at 1800 12th Street. This year, the calendar features dates to remember, important […]
From Sunset Boulevard to Center Street and places in between, crepe myrtle trees are full of color in July. As the West Columbia Beatification Foundations is working diligently to bring in trees and flowers, there is some natural beauty to add support to the WCBF’s efforts. The colors range from […]
EdVenture Children’s Museum will be reopen beginning July 14. EdVenture in Columbia will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Timed tickets must be purchased or reserved in advance through the museum’s website. The museum’s staff will incorporate new safety, cleaning, and social distancing protocols for visitors. EdVenture Hartsville […]
Lexington County detectives were looking for Lilith Donelle Currier, 15, after she left her grandfather’s house in the 400 block of Irvin Jumper Street June 26, according to her family members. Lexington County deputies say a missing 15-year-old girl who hadn’t been seen in a week has been found safe. […]
The town of Lexington, Richland County, and Forest Acres, have passed mandatory mask ordinances. The Town of Lexington passed an emergency ordinance mandating people going into businesses must wear a mask. It took effect immediately, Thursday. According to Lexington’s ordinance: “The town council and the town of Lexington has determined, […]
The City of West Columbia will consider a mandatory mask ordinance, at its meeting Tuesday according to a city councilman. The item listed on the agenda reads: Discussion Concerning an Emergency Ordinance Related to Public Health and Safety Councilman Mike Green posted on his Facebook account: “The city of West Columbia will […]
West Columbia’s Fourth of July celebration will include safe distancing in the coronavirus age, along with some of the best barbeque, and neighborhood fireworks. Hite’s is the BBQ epicenter for July 4th. It’s been at 240 Dreher Rd. in West Columbia more than 60 years. “We’ll be real busy on […]
One of the highest honors that can be bestowed by Tartan Day South is the Order of the Burning Caber. Tuesday night Scott Wilhide was presented with the Order of the Flaming Caber by John Banks, Tartan Day South director. Tartan Day South is a festival of Highlands games held […]
If you are looking for some hyper-activity for the kids, indoors, Summit Adventure West Columbia is open at 2245 Charleston Highway. It’s in the Cayce Commons Shopping Center. It’s a new indoor park that includes Olympic trampolines, basketball hoops, a separate trampoline area for children, and a wipe-out zone. “We’re super […]
Lexington County deputies seized more than $100,000 in drugs and cash after arresting a motorcycle gang member during a traffic stop Monday afternoon on Interstate 20. Steven Daniel Brown, 46, is charged with trafficking meth and possession with intent to distribute marijuana, according to arrest warrants. “Deputies, with the assistance […]
From Dawn Kujawa – Lexington Two Communications Director – At a special called board meeting Tuesday, Lexington Two’s Board of Trustees selected Dr. Nicolas Wade as the district’s next superintendent. Dr. Wade will begin work in the district in August. He will serve as superintendent-elect until the retirement of Superintendent […]
A rabid bobcat was discovered in Lexington, according to the Department of Health and Environmental Control The bobcat was found near Crimson Oak Drive and Blue Lake Drive, between U.S. 1 (Augusta Hwy.) and U.S. 378. A test confirmed that the bobcat had rabies. It was taken to DHEC’s lab […]
From Dawn Kujawa – Lexington Two Communications Director – Demolition work is slated to begin this month at two vacant elementary schools in Lexington Two. Work is scheduled to start July 1, at Claude A. Taylor Elementary in Cayce. The 54,500-plus square-foot school was originally built in 1964 on eight […]
There have been 48 deaths related to COVID-19 in Lexington County as of Sunday, according to the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control. In West Columbia Zip code 29169, 245 people have tested positive for COVID-19. In Cayce, Zip code 29033, 83 had tested positive as of Sunday. In […]
The ping of metal bats and the cheers of fans filled the air as youth baseball makes a comeback. Teams from across the South Carolina came to Howard Park in West Columbia to compete in the Under Armour Championship Series. The park had been closed, the gate locked, for months […]
It’s summer in West Columbia and that means children are out of school and parents are looking for something to do. In the year of the coronavirus, people are practicing safety, and still having fun with their families. Rebecca Hawkins and Rachel Mellin could not wait to take advantage of […]
The article below is in the June-July version of the City of West Columbia Newsletter. Click for a link to the Newsletter WECO Bottle and Biergarten opened in January, at 626 Meeting Street, West Columbia. After a brief break due to the coronavirus, WECO is doing a brisk business again. […]
