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April is time to make plans for West Columbia’s Kinetic Derby Day, a day of fun for everyone – Get the Details

It’s April and that means it’s the month of West Columbia’s Kinetic Derby Day. West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles issued an invitation at the City Council meeting, Tuesday. “Plan to come out for Kinetic Derby Day,” he said. “It’s a great and fun-filled day. Come out and participate or just […]

Lexington County Coroner identifies woman who died in crash on Sunset Boulevard, Tuesday

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the person who died in a two-vehicle accident in the 5000 block of Sunset Blvd in the Lexington area of Lexington County on April 1, 2025. According to Fisher, Mrs. Margie Hayden Cook , 70, of Pelion was pulling out of a parking […]

Former Gray Collegiate and Clemson Quarterback Hunter Helms honored with a resolution by West Columbia City Council, Tuesday

Former Gray Collegiate and Clemson Quarterback Hunter Helms was honored with a resolution by the West Columbia City Council, Tuesday.Helms will join the Clemson coaching staff of Dabo Sweeney this summer. Helms played quarterback at Gray Collegiate Academy before moving on to Clemson where he became the Tigers’ No. 2 […]

Traffic diverted on Sunset Boulevard Tuesday afternoon after “fatal” crash

Lexington Police responded to the site of “a fatal collision near the 5100 block of Sunset Boulevard,” in Lexington, Tuesday afternoon. (Click here)Inbound traffic on Sunset Boulevard was being merged into the outbound lane around the collision scene with coned lanes. And traffic on Sunset Blvd (US-378) at I-20 was […]

I-26 off-ramp near Lexington Medical Center was closed after an accident, Tuesday morning, now reopened

A crew from the West Columbia Fire Department was on the scene Tuesday morning of an accident on the 110 east bound exit ramp of I-26, to Sunset Blvd near Lexington Medical Center. The exit ramp was shut down and driver were asked to use an alternate route. Click for […]

Tartan Day South family-friendly festival, with live music, is back April 3-6, at Cayce’s Historic Columbia Speedway – See Schedule

The Tartan Day South festival is back, with the first event on Thursday April 3. Tartan Day South events run from Thursday until Sunday, with the big day of festivities being Saturday at Cayce’s Historic Columbia Speedway⁣. A traditional Kirkin’ of the Tartans celebration is at the City of West […]

Tickets for the 9th West Columbia’s Taste on the River go on sale Tuesday, April 1

The 9th Annual Taste on the River tickets are on sale beginning today, April 1. Taste on the River is an evening celebrating the vibrant food scene in the Midlands, Taste on the River includes unlimited tastings from renowned restaurants, an open bar, and a silent auction while supporting the […]

Visit the Colonial Village at Tartan Day South, Saturday

Visit the Colonial Village on April 5th at the Historic Columbia Speedway in Cayce! The event will run from 9 AM – 4 PM. during Tartan Day South. The Cayce Historical Museum coordinates the Taeran Day South Colonial Village, a group of local living historians, historical groups, and affiliates who promote the […]