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1 person killed in a Lexington County vehicle crash, late Saturday night

One person was killed in a Lexington County. vehicle crash late Saturday night. The crash happened just after 11 p.m. on Stone Road near Batesburg-Leesville, according to Master Trooper of Davidson of the SC Highway Patrol. The fatality was the result of a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado heading south when it […]

Sunset Boulevard crash results in blocked lanes Friday evening in Lexington

An outbound lane and one inbound lane were blocked Friday evening in Lexington, due to a collision in the 5400 block of Sunset Boulevard (in front of Waffle House.) Emergency personnel were on the scene assisting with traffic direction.All lanes in the 5400 block of Sunset Boulevard were opened after […]

Town of Pine Ridge Tree Lighting is Dec. 6, at Pine Ridge Town Hall

We are less than two weeks away from our amazing tree lighting event. Make sure you mark your calendars and save the date. December 6th at 5:30 pm you are going to want to be at Pine Ridge Town Hall. Live Music, Performances by local school bands, local school chorus […]

Holidays in West Columbia with Santa’s Mailbox, Christmas Tree Lighting, Artisan Markets, Parade Day Festivities – See City Hall Closings, Sanitation Changes, and Lexington 2 School events

The Christmas Season is special, with an old-time feeling of warmth, children with a sparkle in their eyes and lights of all colors illuminating the streets. And the City of West Columbia is bursting with holiday cheer this season. From the 21st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting to the Meeting Street Artisan […]

City of Cayce encourages support of local businesses and “Christmas in Cayce” events over the holidays with “25 Ways to Give Back”

The City of Cayce is sharing a new holiday initiative. It’s called “25 Ways to Give Back,” Support Local and Enjoy Christmas in Cayce.” Support Small Business Saturday is the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The 25 Ways to Give Back are ideas for you to share with friends, family and neighbors. […]

Lexington County Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder

Allon T. Adams, (pictured) – a 24-year-old Leesville man, has been sentenced to Life in prison following his conviction in Lexington County for Murder, Armed Robbery, Criminal Conspiracy, and Possession of a Weapon during commission of a Violent Crime. Judge Walton J. McLeod, IV, imposed the life sentence on the […]

Outgoing Cayce-West Columbia Chamber President Tim James receives Resolution at Business Breakfast

Tim James is leaving his post as Chamber President and CEO at the end of December. At the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber Business Breakfast, Tuesday, Chamber Board Chairwoman Lindsay Miles proclaimed it “Tim James Day.” James was presented with a Resolution and a Plaque honoring his six years of service […]