Developing a strategy to deal with the coronavirus crisis is a challenge to all, including West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles. And with the closing of all in-dining at restaurants, many West Columbia businesses are reacting to best-serve their customers. “I just hope everyone takes it seriously,” said Miles. “It may not affect you personally, but […]

As the response to COVID-19 evolves, we are committed to protecting the community against the spread of the illness. We are: Following public health recommendations to limit close contact with others. The guidelines from the Governor will adjust our response to certain calls for service in the City of West Columbia. Response with standard procedure:*Emergency […]

At approximately 9:15 a.m., Thursday, the Cayce Department of Public Safety received a call regarding a strong smell of gas near the Cayce Masonic Lodge. Cayce Public Safety officers are on the scene. Seven homes around the perimeter of the Lodge have been evacuated. The source of the leak is unknown at this time. ROAD […]

A memorandum this week from the chief justice of South Carolina’s Supreme Court prompted the release of seven defendants from the Lexington County Detention Center. “While more detainees will be released in accordance with Chief Justice Donald W. Beatty’s order during the state of emergency, it’s important for community members to know each and every release will be handled […]

From Dawn Kujawa- Lexington 2 Communications Director — Lexington Two Superintendent William B. James Jr. has announced his plans to retire at the end of the 2020-21 school year. James was hired as the district’s superintendent in 2015. The Lexington Two School Board, at a special-called workshop on March 12,  approved contracting with the South […]

In an effort to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, county offices located at the County’s Administration Building, located at 212 S. Lake Drive, Lexington, will no longer allow the general public to enter until further notice. The following offices will provide services under these adjusted operations: Lexington County Treasurer’s Office: o The Treasurer’s Office […]

Gov. Henry McMaster has issued mandatory orders for the following: State agencies have been ordered to waive regulations for the coronavirus The South Carolina Department of Revenue will extend the deadline for state taxes to June 1. Restaurants and bars will close their dine-in services for customers beginning March 18; however, curbside services (drive-thru and […]

The City of Cayce, in a release said it prides itself on excellent services and communication to its citizens, businesses and visitors; their safety, as well as that of city employees. To that end, in conjunction with Governor McMaster’s Emergency Order, the City of Cayce is implementing the following safety provisions effectively immediately: Cayce public buildings, […]