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Lexington County man charged with criminal sexual conduct with minor

A Swansea man has been arrested and charged with third degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor under the age of 11. Michael Shawn Smith, 34, is charged with inappropriately kissing a victim multiple times between December 2016 and March 2017, according to arrest warrants. “This arrest and charge are […]

Bryant Herring Sr. is Cayce-West Columbia Lion-of-the-Year

Bryant Herring Sr. has been named Cayce-West Columbia Lions Club Lion-of-the-Year. Bryant has been a lion for more than 12 years. He is in the real estate business at ERA Wilder reality company. He received his award at the July Lions Club meeting.

City of West Columbia’s Mike Bollinger wins State Backhoe Rodeo Championship

Mike Bollinger, City of West Columbia equipment operator in the Public Works Department won the American Public Works Association (APWA) 33rd Annual State Championship Backhoe Rodeo Competition in Charleston, on Tuesday. He competed against eight other backhoe operators around the state. Mayor Bobby Horton said, “We are extremely proud to […]

AllSouth Federal Credit Union cuts ribbon at remodeled branch, Cayce

A Ribbon Cutting and After Hours was held Tuesday at AllSouth Federal Credit Union. The newly remodeled branch is at 701 Knox Abbott Dr, Cayce. Pictured are: Tom Gottshall (AllSouth board member) Bill Koehler (AllSouth CEO) Renae Downs (AllSouth branch manager) Bill Mooneyhan (C-WC Chamber Board) and Gregg Pinner (C-WC Chamber […]

S.C. Department of Corrections Job Fair is Friday, 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is holding a Job Fair from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Friday (July 14.) The SCDC is seeking Cadets ages 18-to-20, and Officers, ages 21-and-up. Also wanted are Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses and qualified mental health professionals. Other employment opportunities include food […]

Electro-Spec investing $3.1 million in Lexington County, bringing 53 jobs

Electro-Spec, Inc., a specialty plating manufacturer, is locating new production operations in Lexington County. The new development is projected to bring $3.1 million of capital investment and create 53 new jobs. Hiring to begin in the fall. “Having a company like Electro-Spec move to Lexington County is a testament to […]

Airport High linemen win strength awards at Big Man competition

It’s the middle of summer, but high school football players are hard at work, getting ready for the gridiron in the fall. Two Airport High School linemen recently picked up some awards as a payoff for their effort in the off-season. Airport’s Collyn Richardson bench pressed 185 pounds, 35 times […]

West Columbia Police Officer, a job of dedication and reward

The West Columbia Police Department operates with a community feel, though it stands in the shadow of metropolitan Columbia. Dennis Tyndall has been the West Columbia Police Chief for 20 years. He is very pleased with his career choice. In that time there have been lots of good times. And […]

Cayce-West Columbia Chamber hosting blood drive on Thursday

Give Blood at the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Blood Drive for the American Red Cross on Thursday. It’s at 1006 12 St. to schedule go to: redcrossblood.org code “Chamber” or call the Chamber at 803-794-6504. Benefits of Donating It feels great to donate! You get free juice and delicious cookies. It’s […]

Damage reported on I-26 in Lexington County after heavy rain, Monday

A heavy rain on Monday afternoon may have damaged part of I-26 in Lexington County. An asphalt defect on I-26 eastbound was reported via Twitter by Trooper David Jones of the South Carolina Highway Patrol. The damage reported is near Mile Marker 112, between the Airport Boulevard and US-1 exits. […]