Wilton Road in the Springdale community is open. The opening is more than a month ahead of schedule. Rep. Micah Caskey, who lives near the road posted: “At long last it’s finally open again! Thanks to everyone that worked so hard to get this project done — it took all of us pulling together and […]

After Gov. Henry McMaster urged hospitals to limit visitation, Thursday, Lexington Medical Center is no longer allowing visitors. This restriction includes Emergency , and all procedure areas and inpatient units. In some instances, LMC will allow one visitor: Obstetric patients ; Pediatric patients; Newborn Nursery and Special Care Nursery patients; and End-of-life situations. Children younger […]

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 […]