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8 Lexington 2 high school students selected to Palmetto Boys and Girls State programs

Eight Lexington Two high school students have been selected to the prestigious 2023 Palmetto Boys and Girls State programs. The programs, sponsored by the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary, offer a range of leadership and citizenship activities that emphasize the workings of government and politics. Participants have completed their […]

2 more dates left in City of West Columbia-sponsored Rhythm on the River concert series, don’t miss it this Saturday

The Rhythm on the River Concert Series has been presented at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater for almost 20 years. The spring concerts are from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Saturday. This week features Neon Browne Band, and at intermission, Liz Carter will play. Liz Carter auditioned for American Idol while they were […]

Gray Collegiate wins twice and will play for a State Championship in baseball

Gray Collegiate Academy won twice with scores in the last inning in the SC High School League 2A Upper State tournament. The War Eagles defeated Mid Carolina of Prosperity by a score of 7-6 to force a game two. Gray was down 6-0 going into the last inning and went […]

Brookland-Cayce athlete signs to play soccer at Francis Marion University

A Brookland-Cayce High School athlete declared his intent to play soccer at the college level. Alex Rivera signed a letter of intent Tuesday with Francis Marion University. He participated in a signing ceremony in the school’s Hall of Fame Room attended by coaches, teammates, fellow students, family members, and faculty […]

Brookland-Cayce, Gray Collegiate compete with top teams in SC High School State Golf Championships

Brookland-Cayce High School’s Golf team was in Spartanburg Monday and Tuesday to compete in the 3A SC High School Golf Championship. The Bearcats didn’t win the championship but were one of only eight Lower State teams to qualify for the Championship. BC’s The golf team members are (pictured below): Reese […]

Taylor Watford Foundation featured on WIS-TV, 5K run/walk is Saturday

The Taylor Watford Foundation is being featured in a segment on WIS-TV. The segment is running before Saturday’s (May 20) Taylor Watford Foundation 5K run/walk. Greg Adaline of WIS-TV interviews Jade Watford in the video clip. Jade is the sister of Taylor Watford, the Brookland-Cayce High School graduate and athlete […]

Lexington County man charged in connection to hotel parking lot shooting

A Gaston man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with a shooting in a hotel parking lot earlier this year. Dyshawn Titus Hines, 40, is charged with criminal conspiracy, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, in addition to two counts of attempted murder, according […]