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Lexington County overdose deaths spike in 2020, suicides up too

Unofficial data for the year 2020 from the Lexington County Coroner’s Office indicates that overdose deaths were up sharply in 2020. Suicides were up too. (Lexington County Coroner’s Office photo) There were 60 overdose deaths in 2019, and 104 in 2020, according to unofficial totals. Candace Berry, Chief Deputy Coroner in the office of Lexington […]

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1 killed in head-on collision Sunday evening

One person died, Sunday at 6:40 p.m. in a crash that occurred on US 21 in Richland County. A 2008 BWW was traveling north on US 21 at Fair Lawn Lane when a 2018 Nissan crossed the center line and hit the BMW head on, according to Master Trooper Brian Lee of the SC Highway […]

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Lexington County deputies to conduct patrols on certain roads

On Sunday the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department alerted drivers of some areas that will be under watch. Over the next few days, traffic deputies are conducting extra patrols in the areas – listed below – due to citizen concerns and inquiries. Deputies ask that drivers please slow down. Wear your seat belt. Always drive sober. […]

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Coroner identifies man killed in motorcycle crash

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the motorcyclist who died as a result of being struck by motor vehicles. The incident occurred on Interstate 26 Eastbound at mile marker 118 shortly before 1 a.m. Saturday. According to Fisher, Mr. Christopher James Prewitt, 34, of Elgin was pronounced dead at the scene due to injuries […]

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My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken me?

Does it seem like darkness has fallen over all the land? Imagine how Jesus must have felt. He fed the truth to those who came to hear his words. He drew massive crowds, spreading a refreshing and encouraging message for the common of us. And he was opposed by the nobility at every turn. In […]

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Deputies track, arrest Myrtle Beach teen after robbery

LCSD Release – A Myrtle Beach teen is accused of robbing and kidnapping a cab driver in Lexington County Thursday. Blake Austin McGrath, 19, was formally charged Friday morning with armed robbery, kidnapping and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest warrants. “Based on information we gathered at the scene, McGrath […]

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2 killed in Lexington County crash identified by coroner

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified two people who died in a motor vehicle collision that occurred in the 6100 block of Augusta Highway, Leesville, shortly after 6 p.m., Thursday. According to Fisher, Mr. Marty Ray Harmon, 55, of Gilbert and Ms Donna Tuttle, 71, of Elgin were pronounced dead at the scene due […]

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Shop local Saturday at the Meeting Street Artisan Market, West Columbia

The City of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market is open every Saturday, from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM, at the Interactive Art Park, 425 Meeting Street, West Columbia. The market includes vendors selling original art, crafts, foods, and produce. Free parking is available in the Interactive Art Park and in the City Parking Garage […]

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