Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the individual who was killed in a motorcycle accident that occurred in the 600 block of Old Lexington Road, Leesville, at approximately 9:25 p.m., Tuesday. According to Fisher, Mr. Peter W. Chavis, 45, of Batesburg was pronounced dead at the scene due to […]

Lexington County has received its best-ever bond rating after an in-depth analysis was conducted of the county’s financial health. Moody’s Investors Service awarded the county a AAA-bond rating, which means Lexington County has strong financial fundamentals, is financially predictable and has a strong operating environment. “This achievement is a testament […]

The Five Points Association has postponed the annual St. Pat’s in Five Points in Columbia, due to concerns surrounding coronavirus.  Two people in South Carolina have tested positive for coronavirus, and those patients are said to be in good condition. The Five Points Association said it has been working with […]

There is no more sure sign of spring than the beginning of the Rhythm on the River Concert Series at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater. “Everything in the world is turning green,” said West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles. “It’s time to wake up for spring.” “Rhythm on the River is […]

The West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater will be temporarily closed, beginning Thursday, for repairs due to the February flood. The city will announce when the West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater is open to the public.

Construction crews have begun renovating the old jail on Center Street in West Columbia. It will be the kitchen for Savage Craft Ale Works. Peering into the tiny 1908 structure, it’s obvious it was built for a town of a smaller population than the West Columbia of today. But its […]

Lexington County Deputies need your assistance with any information leading to the location of two English Bulldogs (pictured above.) They were stolen from Patricia Avenue in Pelion a few weeks ago. Call Sgt. Treaster at 803-785-0845 or Crimestoppers at 888-274-6372.

A water main break in the 5500 block of Sunset Blvd. in Lexington had one outbound lane closed just after 1 p.m. Tuesday. The town’s utilities department was reported by the Lexington Police Department to be en route to address the issue.

Lexington Medical Center is changing its Emergency Room procedure to deal with possible coronavirus, or COVID-19, cases. LMC has created an emergency department at the West Columbia hospital for people who come to the ER with respiratory symptoms including fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Those are symptoms related to […]

There’s a new Art on State mural in the works. It’s being painted by talented artist Ija Charles. It’s in the Interactive Art Park on Meeting Street, behind Terra, and next-to the Artisan Market.