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West Columbia Fire Chief Marquis Solomon is the recipient of the Lexington County NAACP Leadership and Service Award. “I’m beyond grateful to be recognized with the Lexington County NAACP Leadership and Service Award,” Solomon said. “but this doesn’t happen without the people around me. To the firefighters of West Columbia Fire Department, thank you for […]
Tuesday, Aug. 11, is election day in a special Republican Primary to nominate a replacement for US Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) who died on July 9. There are 10 candidates in the GOP Primary. The SC Election Commission reports that 19,906 voters cast ballots on Friday in statewide early voting for the U.S. Senate Special […]
Bringing Opportunity Home Editorial By Tim James, CEO-Mentor and Past President, Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce On any given weekend in Lexington County, you’ll find families enjoying the Congaree River, Icehouse Amphitheater, fishing on Lake Murray, gathering at a local farmers market, or cheering on young athletes at one of our outstanding recreation facilities. These […]
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Dr. Cindye Richburg Cotton was honored with the Legacy of Excellence Award by the NAACP Lexington County Branch during its Freedom Fund Awards Gala, held Friday, August 7, 2026, at the Brookland Banquet and Conference Center. The award recognizes Dr. Cotton’s leadership, community service, and commitment to expanding educational, health, technology, […]
As part of the City of Cayce’s ongoing Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) adoption process, informational signs are being placed at major intersections, neighborhood entrances, and key corridors throughout the city to notify residents of upcoming public meetings regarding the proposed UDO and potential rezoning. We encourage everyone to stay informed and take part in the […]
The City of West Columbia’s Riverwalk, Amphitheater, and parking lot at 109 Alexander Road will undergo the following temporary closures due to ongoing construction upgrades. The schedule below outlines the expected opening and closing dates through Monday, August 10, 2026. Visitors should use caution near construction areas and follow all posted signs.The City will continue […]
People love their dogs. Just look around West Columbia and you’ll see dog-walkers at every park and the Bark West Dog Park was opened by the City of West Columbia in 2023. The park includes an activity course and places to sit, stay, and play. The unleashed dog park includes areas designated for small and large dogs. Bark West Info. Long-term […]
The Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC) invites the community to participate in several upcoming programs that promote health, education, and family well-being throughout August. The Senior Supplemental Food Box Distribution will be held on Friday, August 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center, 1218 Batchelor Street, West Columbia, SC 29169. The program serves senior citizens age 60 […]