Northside Middle School’s make blankets for shelter animals as a part of “Day of Caring”

Small acts of kindness can make a huge difference.  That’s the message at the heart of Northside Middle School’s annual Day of Caring. The event is designed around a variety of service opportunities that students select from and complete at school during one of the year’s early dismissal days. Among […]

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Columbia Airport Expressway Named After Congressman Joe Wilson

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, South Carolina Secretary of Transportation Justin Powell, U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman (SC-05), elected officials, family and friends, all gathered Wednesday at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport for the naming ceremony of the Columbia Airport Expressway in honor of Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02). Earlier this year, […]

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Local Mayors Endorse Russell Ott for State Senate Dist. 26 Seat

CAYCE, SOUTH CAROLINA — State Representative Russell Ott has earned the endorsement of local mayors in his campaign for State Senate. Ott, a Democrat, is running for the Dist. 26 State Senate Seat versus Republican Jason Guerry. South Carolina Senate Dist. 26 includes parts of Lexington, Richland, and Calhoun counties. District […]

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Lexington County Republican Party Endorses 3 Lexington Two School Board Candidates

PRESS RELEASE from The Lexington County GOP – The Lexington County Republican Party (LCRP) has made their picks for school board candidates in the upcoming general election. “When we began the endorsement committee a short time ago, a huge priority was electing strong people to our school boards,” Chairman Mark […]

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More than one million voters have already cast their ballot, SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick says voting reflects enthusiasm

More than one million voters have already cast their ballot during the early voting period in South Carolina. In the 2020 General Election more than 2.5 million votes were cast. There were just over 3.5 million voters registered in the state in 2020. SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement […]

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Herbert Blake introduced as Cayce’s new Police Chief

The City of Cayce held a press conference Tuesday to introduce its new Cayce Police Chief, Herbert Blake. Chief Blake spoke about his experience, his new role, and his approach to serving the community with several members of the local media.

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Get a ticket for the first-ever West Columbia Beautification Foundation 50/50 Reverse Raffle, drawing is Nov. 6, Grand Prize is $10,000

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation is hosting its first-ever 50/50 Reverse Raffle to raise funds to enhance and beautify the City of West Columbia. The drawing will occur on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, from 7 PM to 10 PM, at Savage Craft Ale Works, 430 Center Street, West Columbia. Only […]

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Ft. Jackson’s Army Band to play at the Lexington 2 Performing Arts Center on Veterans Day

The new Lexington Two Performing Arts Center will host a free concert featuring Fort Jackson’s 282D Army Band to celebrate Veterans Day. The event, open to the public and all community veterans, begins at 6 p.m. on Monday, November 11 at the Performing Arts Center, 3205 Platt Springs Road, Springdale. […]

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Lexington Man Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Jared Allen Harmon (age 22), of Lexington, on five charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General’s Office, […]

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West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce Gives Safety Recommendations for Halloween – See a list of Trunk-or-Treat events

Halloween is Thursday, Oct. 31. It’s an exciting time for children who are anticipating treats. But safety should be a priority according to West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce. because there are lots of kids out on the streets on Halloween night and that increases the need to pay attention. […]

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