NEWS

Lexington 2 School students spreading holiday cheer, performing holiday music and dance in schools and at several community events

Lexington Two students are ready to spread some holiday cheer, performing holiday music and dance in schools and at community events. Here is a sampling of upcoming events, including community holiday favorites where Lexington Two students will be performing.  Admission is free to events listed here at Lexington Two schools and the district’s Performing Arts […]

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Crash with injuries on St. Andrews Road results in blocked lanes

Irmo Fire District crews were on the scene of a major injury accident in the 800 block of St Andrew’s Road, Tuesday around 2 p.m. The road was blocked and was expected to blocked for a while according to the IFD. Multiple people had to be cut out of cars involved in the crash. Injuries […]

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SCDOT to temporarily close I-126 Westbound off-ramp to Colonial Life Boulevard for construction

The South Carolina Department of Transportation will temporarily close the I-126 Westbound off-ramp to Colonial Life Boulevard for construction beginning December 4 at 7 a.m. This closure is expected to last until the morning of December 6. As part of this closure a detour has been put in place. A map of the detour can […]

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West Columbia’s Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony is Friday to kickoff a season full of holiday events

In 2024, the City of West Columbia will host its 20th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the first Friday in December – Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. “I would like to invite everyone out for West Columbia’s Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony,” said Mayor Tem Miles. “It’s the kickoff for the Christmas […]

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Lexington teen reported as missing has been found safe

Chief Terrence Green would like to notify the Town of Lexington community that Ms. Lillie Nicole Parker, age 18, has been found safe and in good health in North Carolina. On the evening of October 26, 2024, Ms. Parker walked away from her home in the 4900 block of Sunset Boulevard, leaving her mobile phone […]

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Former Gray QB, Hunter Helms, throws TD pass in record win for Rhode Island

Rhode Island recorded its first football playoff win in 40 years, Saturday, beating Central Connecticut State, 21-17. Former Gray Collegiate Academy and Clemson QB Hunter Helms completed a touchdown to Tommy Smith for the Rams’ first score. Rhode Island, ranked No. 10, will play at Mercer (10-2) next Saturday at noon. Mercer is a No. […]

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Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber sponsoring a Holiday Parade of Lights Coloring Contest for Kids 13 and Under

The Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber is sponsoring a Holiday Parade of Lights Coloring Contest for Kids 13 and Under. Make sure you enter for your chance to win the grand prize of a $250 Love Local gift card. For more details, visit https://www.cwcchamber.com/cwcparadeday/ Good luck! You can print the coloring sheet here or find a […]

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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department identifies man who is charged with murder after apartment shooting death on Saturday

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department identified Justin Brandon McCrae, 26, as the suspect in a West Columbia shooting death, Saturday. McCrae is charged with murder in the shooting death of a man in Riverbend Apartments Saturday evening. Mr. Bradley Freeman Tucker, 24, of West Columbia, has been identified as the man who died due to […]

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