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Man stabbed trying to stop assault of woman, says LCSD

A man was stabbed after intervening in a domestic dispute Monday night at a Lexington home, according to a report from the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. James Michael Smith, 52, is charged with attempted murder, domestic violence and possessing a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest warrants. “Based on information gathered by detectives […]

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West Columbia City Councilwoman Erin Porter reflects on first year in office

West Columbia City Councilwoman Erin Porter has been in office for a little over a year. In that time she has settled into her role. “I’ve enjoyed getting to know the city staff,” said Porter who represents Dist. 7. From the police department and fire department personnel, to the people who make city hall run, […]

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Some beautiful color left, as fall fades to winter in West Columbia

The winter seems like it hit abruptly in West Columbia. It’s late November and some of the tress in the area are holding their fall color. Those illuminated greens, burnt red leaves, and bright yellows are now dropping to the ground, but here are a few samples of what is left of the beauty. Click […]

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Karen Roof of Cayce Elementary School recognized as October Teacher of the Month at Chamber Breakfast

Karen Roof of Cayce Elementary School was recognized as October Teacher of the Month, Tuesday at the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce Breakfast. It was held at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church, on B Avenue in West Columbia. She is pictured with Andrew Drozdak, principal of Cayce Elementary School

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Sherry Jackson of Brookland-Cayce High School recognized as November Teacher of the Month, at Chamber Breakfast

Sherry Jackson of Brookland-Cayce High School was recognized as November Teacher of the Month, Tuesday at the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce Breakfast. It was held at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church, on B Avenue in West Columbia. She is pictured with Lexington County Council Chairwoman Deb Summers.

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Alyssa Iniguez of Cayce Elementary School recognized as October Student of the Month at Chamber Breakfast

Alyssa Iniguez of Cayce Elementary School was recognized as October Student of the Month, Tuesday at the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce Breakfast. It was held at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church, on B Avenue in West Columbia. She is pictured with Andrew Drozdak, principal of Cayce Elementary School

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Taylor Jackson of Brookland-Cayce High School recognized as November Student of the Month at Chamber Breakfast

Taylor Jackson of Brookland-Cayce High School was recognized as November Student of the Month, Tuesday at the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce Breakfast. It was held at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church, on B Avenue in West Columbia. She is pictured with her mother Kathy Jackson, left, a fifth-grade teacher at Riverbank Elementary School, and […]

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Steve Metro, Riverwalk Park Ranger, recognized as Officer of the Month at Chamber Breakfast

Steve Metro, Riverwalk Park Ranger for the City of West Columbia was recognized as Law Enforcement Officer of the Month, Tuesday at the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce Breakfast. It was held at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church, on B Avenue in West Columbia. He is pictured with WCPD Capt. John Norman, Sponsor Andy Merkl of […]

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