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Cayce’s new Police Chief, Chris Cowan, speaks at Greater C-WC Chamber Breakfast

Cayce’s new Police Chief, Chris Cowan, addressed the Greater Cayce- West Columbia Chamber of Commerce Breakfast, Tuesday.Cowan spoke about his vision for the newly formed Cayce Police Department, that includes the transition from Public Safety to separated Police and Fire Services. He said engaging the diverse communities of Cayce will […]

Retiring Cayce Public Safety Director Byron Snellgrove honored at C-WC Chamber Breakfast, Tuesday

Retiring Cayce Department of Public Safety Director Byron Snellgrove was honored at the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce Breakfast, Tuesday. Snellgrove received a resolution for his dedicated service to the City of Cayce. He is retiring after more than 35 years in law enforcement.

New West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce speaks at C-WC Chamber Breakfast

Marion Boyce was named as the new West Columbia Police Chief in early September.Boyce, who replaced the retiring Chief Dennis Tyndall, outlined his plans at the Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber Breakfast Tuesday. It was held at Stone River in West Columbia. “I’ll pick up the ball and run with […]

Boat found, Lexington County Sheriff’s Deputies search for missing man

David Grantham’s boat was spotted near Spence’s Point on Lake Murray from the air and recovered, Tuesday, but he wasn’t on it. Lexington County Sheriff’s Department divers have been called to the scene as part of a search. LCSD personnel are also searching nearby islands. About 9:30 p.m., Tuesday, Capt. […]

Retired West Columbia Police Chief Dennis Tyndall honored at Cayce-West Columbia Chamber Breakfast, Tuesday

West Columbia Police Chief Dennis Tyndall retired in September. He was recognized at the Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber Breakfast Tuesday for his 24 years as chief and 37 years serving the City of West Columbia. Pictured: Chamber CEO Tim James, Dennis Tyndall, Mayor Tem Miles, Councilman David Moye, and […]

Airport, Brookland-Cayce High School Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat is Thursday

Airport High School and Brookland-Cayce High School are inviting the community to kick off Halloween at their family-friendly, drive-thru events for trick-or-treating. Admission is free to both events.Both events are set for Thursday, October 28, so district families can participate at their nearest high school. Free candy will be handed […]

Bill’s Pickin’ Parlor, SC State Farmers Market to host Bluegrass Festival, Saturday

SC State Farmers Market release – The South Carolina State Farmers Market and the legendary Bill’s Music Shop and Pickin’ Parlor of West Columbia have teamed up to create a family-friendly Bluegrass Festival at the market. The inaugural festival will be held Saturday (Oct 30) from noon until 5 p.m. […]

Only 5 positive COVID cases in Lexington 2 schools

On Sept. 2, there were 189 COVID positive students in Lexington Two schools, and 1,486 quarantined students. Lexington Two has a student population of around 8,700 students. By the end of the day Thursday (Oct. 21) there were five positive COVID students, with 54 quarantined students. The numbers were included […]

Olde Country Buffet coming to Sunset Boulevard

Have you seen the sign? There is an Olde Country Buffet sign up at Westland Square, 2250 Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia. The location for the new restaurant is likely the space that was occupied by Happy China Buffet, that is now Blossom Buffet. It’s at a spot near the […]

Chamber hosting forum featuring 4 Town of Lexington candidates is Monday

The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will host a candidate forum for elected positions on the Town of Lexington council 6:30 p.m., Monday (Oct. 25) at 311 West Main Street in Lexington. The forum is free and open to the public. The four candidates running for three council seats include […]