NEWS

River-related businesses sue Carolina Water Service

Several companies have suffered because Carolina Water Service has let polluted water seep into the Saluda River, according to a law suit. River pollution from CWS has resulted in “business losses, loss of recreational opportunity, loss of customers and clients, a negative stigma associated with the river and other losses associated with the Saluda River.” […]

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Victim of fatal Fernandina Road collision identified by coroner

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the individual who died as a result of a motor vehicle collision on Fernandina Road at approximately 9: p.m. on Wednesday. According to Coroner Fisher, Mrs. Alexandra Hammond, 27, of Columbia was pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries sustained in the collision. The vehicle driven […]

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Lexington County to get $4.2 million in gas tax money for roads

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announced, Wednesday, the awarding of nearly $39 million in contracts for another 100 road resurfacing and rehabilitation projects totaling 72 miles in nine counties across the state. Included is $9.3 in gas tax funds for Lexington County roads, and two other counties. Midlands Counties- Lexington, Kershaw, and Lancaster […]

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Crafty Cottage Gift Boutique cuts ribbon on Meeting Street

The Crafty Cottage Gift Boutique held its Grand Opening with an After Hours and ribbon cutting Tuesday. The Crafty Cottage Gift Boutique is at 831 Meeting Street in West Columbia. Representatives from the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber, the City of West Columbia and supporters in the business community were on hand with the proprietors.

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Victim of fatal Fernandina Road collision identified by coroner

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the individual who died as a result of a motor vehicle collision on Fernandina Road at approximately 9: p.m. on Wednesday. According to Coroner Fisher, Mrs. Alexandra Hammond, 27, of Columbia was pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries sustained in the collision. The vehicle driven […]

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Lexington County to get $4.2 million in gas tax money for roads

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announced, Wednesday, the awarding of nearly $39 million in contracts for another 100 road resurfacing and rehabilitation projects totaling 72 miles in nine counties across the state. Included is $9.3 in gas tax funds for Lexington County roads, and two other counties. Midlands Counties- Lexington, Kershaw, and Lancaster […]

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Crafty Cottage Gift Boutique cuts ribbon on Meeting Street

The Crafty Cottage Gift Boutique held its Grand Opening with an After Hours and ribbon cutting Tuesday. The Crafty Cottage Gift Boutique is at 831 Meeting Street in West Columbia. Representatives from the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber, the City of West Columbia and supporters in the business community were on hand with the proprietors.

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Lexington County Sheriff’s Deputies investigate shooting

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting on Villa Court off Emanuel Church Road. A male victim was shot in the upper body, according to a LCSD report. The victim was transported by EMS to the hospital for treatment. The victim is reportedly in stable condition after surgery. No further information is available […]

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