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Lexington woman dies after being hit by vehicle on Platt Springs Road

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the individual who died after being struck by a vehicle near the intersection of Platt Springs Road and Highland Drive in the Lexington area of Lexington County shortly after 6 p.m., Friday. According to Fisher, Ms. Debra Marlene Bilbo, 70, of Lexington was […]

JESUS IS HIS NAME – Drama Presentation begins Dec. 2 in South Congaree

South Congaree – The annual Christmas tradition, JESUS IS HIS NAME – Drama Presentation, has returned to the midlands of South Carolina for its seventh year and is available to the public free of charge. Friends and families come to visit and invite others to experience this wonderful performance. 120 […]

West Columbia newsletter highlights Perry’s Gourmet Flaming Grilled Chicken, Medicine Mart and Hite’s Barbeque

The City of West Columbia has released its latest newsletter. It includes a message from Mayor Tem Miles and members of the West Columbia City Council. Click for link to Newsletter The newsletter also includes articles about Perry’s Gourmet Flaming Grilled Chicken, Medicine Mart and Hite’s Barbeque.The newsletter includes a […]

Ribbon is cut on The Bin Store in West Columbia, Friday

The Ribbon was cut on The Bin Store Friday morning. Brad and Craig Giles of West Columbia are the owners, with Mike and Jen Prendamano who founded The Bin Store in North Augusta. It’s at 2814 Augusta Rd, West Columbia (Next to Carolina Pottery and the ReStore.) The Ribbon-Cutting was […]

South Congaree will hold its Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4

The Town of South Congaree will hold its Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, hosted by Mayor Cindy Campbell, at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. on Main Street. There will be live performance, carols, coffee, hot chocolate and local pastors, and Santa. Eagles for a Cause receiving donations for their Giving Box.

Springdale Christmas Tree Christmas Lighting Celebration is at 6 p.m., on Monday, Dec. 5

The Town of Springdale will hold its Tree Christmas Lighting Celebration at 6 p.m., on Monday, Dec. 5 at Felton C. Benton Park (beside Springdale Town Hall) on 2915 Platt Springs Rd. in Springdale.

West Columbia Tree Lighting ceremony on Friday, Dec. 2 – Parade of Lights is Dec. 10

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and the annual West Columbia Tree Lighting is a seasonal tradition that enhances the spirit. West Columbia’s 18th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is at 6:30 p.m. Friday (Dec. 2) 2022, at the West Columbia City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia. […]

Lexington 2 students performing holiday music, dance, and theater in schools and at community events throughout December

Lexington Two students are ready to spread some holiday cheer. Starting December 1, students will be performing holiday music, dance, and theater in schools and at events in the community. Here is a sampling of upcoming events, all open to the public. Events will be held at the schools, unless […]