Month: April 2019

Entrapped driver removed from vehicle after collision

The Lexington Police Department reported a collision on South Lake Drive around 2:15 p.m. Monday. As a result the outbound lanes of the road that leads to I-20 were closed for approximately one hour. A vehicle involved in the incident was turned on its side, with the driver trapped inside. According to police, Lexington County […]

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S.C. Department of Archives, History profiles West Columbia Mill Homes

Under the heading of National Register Properties in South Carolina, the S.C. Department of Archives and History profiles West Columbia’s New Brookland Historic District. It includes photos of historical homes. The types of homes are: 20th Century Mill Village House; Double Family; Tenneant House; Overseers House; and a Single family home What it says about […]

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Warm weather brings new business, parks, Kinetic Derby Day and River fun to West Columbia

The coming summer brings with it the anticipation of warm and carefree days.  In West Columbia, Summer 2019 is shaping up to be one of the most-exciting ever. Not only are two monumental parks- the Enabling Park and the Interactive Art Park- scheduled to open in the next few weeks, new businesses are changing the […]

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Warm weather brings new business, parks, Kinetic Derby Day and River fun to West Columbia

The coming summer brings with it the anticipation of warm and carefree days.  In West Columbia, Summer 2019 is shaping up to be one of the most-exciting ever. Not only are two monumental parks- the Enabling Park and the Interactive Art Park- scheduled to open in the next few weeks, new businesses are changing the […]

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Taylor Watford Foundation, golf tournament, is effort to help prevent overdose deaths

Taylor Watford died in late 2018. “Taylor always thought my biggest fear was public speaking,” said Jimmy Watford, Taylor’s father. “But my greatest fear was realized on December 27, when I found Taylor deceased because of an accidental overdose. Taylor’s passing has been extremely difficult for his family. Jimmy said Taylor had enough fetynol in his […]

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Lexington’s Avtec has been acquired by Motorola Solutions Inc.

Lexington’s Avtec has been acquired by Motorola Solutions Inc. The acquisition was finalized last month. Avtec is a telecommunications service provider Avtec.  The company, at 100 Innovation Place in Lexington, is privately held, with more than 145 employees. It was founded in 1979. Michael Branning, of Lexington is the departing CEO. “Motorola Solutions has been a […]

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13-year-old found safe, reports Richland County Sheriff’s Department

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department was seeking the public’s help in finding a 13-year-old girl. Thursday morning it was reported she has been found, and is safe. Stevena English, of Elgin, was last seen on surveillance video leaving her home on April 13 around 2:45 a.m. She is described as being 5-feet tall and about […]

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Don Merckle and The Blacksmiths headline Rhythm on the River, Saturday at West Columbia Riverwalk

Bring a blanket, chair or take a seat at the amphitheater. Enjoy music with friends and family at the Wyman “Mac” Rish Riverwalk and Amphitheater in West Columbia. Relax and enjoy the view of the Congaree River or take a walk along the beautiful winding trail while listening to the concert! All concerts are free […]

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