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Taylor Watford Foundation Hope Cup Golf Tournament is Sept. 24 – Sponsorships are available NOW!

The 8th Annual Hope Cup Golf Tournament will be on Sept. 24 at Golden Hills Golf and Country Club Sponsorships are available NOW! – Regular team registration will open on August 14th at 12pm. As always, profits support local substance use prevention and mental health efforts. Register at https://www.taylorwatfordfoundation.org/events2/

Lexington Man Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material* Charges

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Roy Beshara Divine West (age 49), of Lexington, on two charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney […]

$74 million sports complex plan for Cayce passes 1st reading of Lexington County Council, hotels, restaurants to follow

Lexington County Council approved first reading of an ordinance that would authorize up-to $74 millionin general obligation bonds for a multi-sports complex that would be built in Cayce, near the Cayce Tennis and Fitness Center at 12th Street Extension and I-77. “There would be nothing else in South Carolina comparable […]

City of Cayce announces the hiring of Chief Financial Officer

The City of Cayce is pleased to announce Sarah Hawkins as its Chief Financial Officer, bringing more than 12 years of experience in local government finance to the role. As Chief Financial Officer, Hawkins provides strategic leadership for the city’s financial operations, including budgeting, long-term financial planning, treasury management, procurement […]

West Columbia’s Historical New Brookland Mill Village has a rich history, undergoing revitalization

The City of West Columbia, on its Facebook page has been posting historical, and other, information about the City of West Columbia, along with photos from past years. The idea behind the posts is: “Understanding the past of your home strengthens your connection to it.” The New Brookland Mill Village is one of […]

Truck fire on I-26 results in the closing of lanes, Wednesday afternoon, after gas tank erupts, Irmo Fire responds

Just after 1:30 Thursday afternoon, Irmo Fire District units were dispatched to a vehicle fire on I-26, eastbound at mile 105. There was a tractor-trailer with the cab section fully involved and fire was spreading to the trailer. The driver safely escaped the truck before the fire got into the […]

Ruby Tuesday restaurant on Augusta Road in West Columbia has been closed

The Ruby Tuesday restaurant at 2504 Augusta Road (US 1) in West Columbia, has been closed. There are signs on the door of the building that say the restaurant is closed. A link to the restaurant on the Corporate Ruby Tuesday website leads to an Error Code 404, Page not […]

Apply for City of Cayce’s Facade Improvement Grant Program for Businesses – See The Details and a Link

The City of Cayce’s Facade Improvement Grant Program helps eligible businesses and commercial property owners invest in exterior improvements that enhance our commercial corridors and strengthen our local economy. From new signage and fresh paint to storefront renovations and lighting, this matching grant program is designed to help bring your […]