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Cayce-West Columbia Junior Chamber hosting Run For Our Troops

The Cayce-West Columbia Junior Chamber is hosting its 6th Annual Run For Our Troops 5k on September 11 at the Riverfront Park in West Columbia. Register by Saturday and get $5 off registration with code FREEDOM. That makes the race only $15 OR race and a shirt for just $25. For more information and […]

Work continues on Leaphart Road Bridge, in West Columbia

It looks like part of the Leaphart Road Bridge has been installed, all the way across I-26. The bridge was suddenly, and unexpectedly, closed in March after it was damaged after being hit by a truck. Previous story on Leaphart Road Bridge Because of the bridge closure, crews have been […]

New restaurant in West Columbia?

While it has not been confirmed officially yet, sources say a new restaurant is being built in West Side Plaza. West Side Plaza is anchored by Hobby Lobby and Bi-Lo on US 1 (Augusta Highway.) The new restaurant coming is a Taco Bell said a source. More information will be […]

Guns stolen, Lexington County Deputies ask for assistance

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department would like to talk to the men pictured about a break-in at JC’s Outdoors Tuesday. In the break-in, 39 handguns were stolen. The suspects left in a tan or gold Camry. Anyone with information can call detective Stokes @ 803-422-5602 or leave an anonymous tip […]

Ribbon cut on West Columbia Cricket store

The Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on June 16. Cricket Wireless is at 1306 Charleston Highway West Columbia. In the photo are: Cricket general manager, Anthony Bianco, Fernandez Thomas with Sean and Anna Kim, the owners. Also pictured are Vaughan Dozier and John Banks representing […]

Airport High School’s first graduating classes to hold annual reunion

Airport High School’s Classes of 1964 and 1965 will hold their Annual Class Reunion on July 22, 2017, at the Country Club of Lexington beginning at 6 p.m. Anyone interested in attending or for more information, call or e-mail Dannette Tumblin Bickley at 269-9063, [email protected]; or Amelia Bowers Price at […]

City of Cayce reminds residents of July 4th fireworks discharge hours

The City of Cayce reminds residents the hours that fireworks can be discharged. Fireworks can only be discharged on the 4th of July between the hours of 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. We want everyone to have fun and celebrate, but we also want to be respectful of those who feel […]

Lexington County Sheriff’s deputies look for stolen El Camino, suspect

The El Camino pictured has been seen in relation to some Lexington County thefts, according to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. According to the sheriff’s department the El Camino was stolen. And it has been used to try to steal a trailer. Call 888-Crime-SC if you have information about this vehicle. Lexington […]

Lexington County Council Chairman Todd Cullum issues statement on Chapin Business and Technology Park

Lexington County Council and the county’s administration have been criticized for the handling of the Chapin Business and Technology Park at Brighton. Critics have said the park’s development is behind schedule and over budget. Lexington County Council Chairman Todd Cullum issued a statement in response to the critics late Friday. […]

Lexington County Councilmen Tolar, Yarborough issue statement in Chapin B&T Park controversy

On Friday evening Lexington County Council Chairman Todd Cullum issued a press release. He responded to criticism over the pace of progress at which the Chapin Business and Technology Park is being built. Link to Lexington County Council Chairman Todd Cullum’s statement Saturday night, two Lexington County Council members responded. […]