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REMINDER: Lexington School District 2 Annual Teacher Job Fair scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 27

Explore career opportunities in Lexington School District Two at the annual Teacher Job Fair, set for Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The fair is scheduled for 4 p.m.-6 p.m. at the Lexington Two Performing Arts Center, 3205 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia. Participants will have the opportunity to meet and talk […]

Newest West Columbia restaurants thriving, offering a variety of cuisine

The City of West Columbia has welcomed at least four new restaurants in the last year or so. And those restaurants offer varying types of food, including unique gourmet hot dogs, down-home Southern cooking, and Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. If you have not tried these restaurants, here’s some information that […]

Closed Shell station property on Knox-Abbott Drive in Cayce not zoned for student housing, despite social media rumors prompting calls to Cayce City Council member

At a Cayce City Council meeting Wednesday Cayce City Council Member Tiffany Aull, said that rumors regarding a high-profile Cayce property, are unfounded. The Shell Gas Station on Knox Abbott, at Axtell Drive, has closed and that has sparked speculation about the fate of the property. “I’ve had several calls […]

Columbia Man Sentenced to 54 Years for murder in Lexington County

Chendric J. Brown, a 27-year-old Columbia man, has been sentenced to 54 years in prison following his conviction in Lexington County for Murder and Attempted Murder. Chief Administrative Judge Debra R. McCaslin imposed the sentence on the murder charge with thirty (30) years concurrent on the attempted murder charge. Brown […]

Wingard’s Market announces details of Valentine’s Dinner with Vera Stewart

Wingard’s Market is excited to announce the details of their Valentine’s Dinner with Vera Stewart – A Local Celebration of Love, Flavor & Community – on Saturday, Feb. 14, from 7–9 p.m., with the bar opening at 6:30 p.m. This special evening invites couples, friends, and community members to celebrate Valentine’s Day with delicious, local fare and the company […]

City of Cayce partners with ColaJazz to offer a series of pop-up jazz concerts in Feb. and March

The City of Cayce is excited to partner with ColaJazz to offer a series of pop-up jazz concerts. All events are free and open to the public from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there! Pop-Up Jazz Concert dates: Feb. 22: William J. Cayce Grocery […]

TRAFFIC ALERT: Frozen water, Wednesday morning, at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and North Lake Drive in Lexington

TRAFFIC ALERT: Be careful during your morning drive this morning! At the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and North Lake Drive, water from a possible sprinkler system is laying across the road. Due to the morning temperatures, this water is currently frozen. Take your time through this intersection and use it […]

West Columbia’s Gray Collegiate Academy earns top honors at statewide Academic Showcase

West Columbia’s Gray Collegiate Academy (Gray) earned nine different awards in recognition of its outstanding academic performance in the 2024-2025 school year as well as a financial Academic Performance Bonus from the Charter Institute at Erskine (Institute) at the Academic Showcase on Wednesday, Jan. 7. Gray earned $30,000 total in […]

West Columbia’s Riverwalk gets rave Internet reviews, even in the winter months – See a list of West Columbia’s many parks

It’s January, but the forecast for West Columbia shows many days with temperatures in the 50s and 60s under sunny skies. Weather conditions are just right for many who are drawn to West Columbia’s Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater year-round. The West Columbia Riverwalk is part of the 3RVRS trail network. […]

SCDOT to close and detour Pine Street bridge over Congaree Creek in Lexington County for repairs, beginning Jan. 26

The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close and detour the Pine Street bridge over Congaree Creek in Lexington County for repairs beginning January 26. The bridge is expected to reopen on February 6. These dates may change depending on weather conditions. As part of this closure a detour route […]