The West Columbia Police Department is requesting assistance from the community in identifying the Chevrolet Silverado that is pictured. On Tuesday, Investigators of the West Columbia Police Department began an investigation into the murder that occurred on North Lucas St. in West Columbia. Lexington County Coroner Margaret W. Fisher identified the victim as 48-year-old Michael […]

Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation has announced a new hire and promotions of two key executives. Rita Boucher has been hired as the Nephron Chief Quality Officer, Jamie Shuster will take on the role of Chief Projects Officer, and Stephanie Simmonds is the Chief Clinical Officer. “Rita, Jamie and Stephanie are rock stars,” said Nephron CEO Lou […]

The Lexington Police Department has announced the arrest of Frederick Michael Nerini, age 42 of Lexington. The LPD is also asking people in the community to provide information on the whereabouts of Andrew Thomas Goff, age 34 of Leesville, and Cynthia T. Sallee, age 39 of Leesville. They are wanted for their alleged involvement in […]

The West Columbia Police Department is investigating a murder, said Assistant Police Chief Scott Morrison. He said the murder occurred on North Lucas Street, Tuesday.The victim is a male who died as a result of gunshot. He was found dead when officers arrived on the scene. Morrison said the investigation is in the early stages […]

The City of Cayce has partnered with Epting Forestry to begin harvesting City-owned timber in the Timmerman Trail area of the 12th Street Extension. Harvesting the mature, invasive pines will promote new growth, limit the spread of pests and disease, and provide a sanctuary for wildlife in the area. Special precautions have been established to limit the interference […]

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster said the state’s school districts should offer in-person school and schools should open on Sept. 8, a day after Labor Day. McMaster spoke at a news conference Wednesday, where he was joined by South Carolina House Speaker Jay Lucas, Senate President Harvey Peeler. McMaster said students and parents who do […]

Fans had been forbidden from attending Lexington County Blowfish games at Lexington County Baseball Stadium since the July 1 season-opener because of coronavirus fears. PHOTO – Blowfish player and former River Bluff star Josh Senter – Blowfish photo. On Tuesday, Lexington County Council unanimously approved a resolution that will allow the Blowfish to play in […]