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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. […]

S.C. Highway Patrol recruiting, beginning Tuesday in Columbia

The South Carolina Highway Patrol will be traveling the state in July conducting recruitment presentations. The first recruitment session is Tuesday at the Troop 1 Headquarters at 1626 Shop Road, in Columbia. Troop 1 cover Lexington County. Each session begins at 6 p.m. See the poster, left, for all recruitment […]

UPDATE -individuals identified

Do you know the identity of either of these individuals? Their names are needed to solve a theft case. Call Detective Beza at 803-358-1414.

Crosswalk installed on Sunset Boulevard in front of House of Raeford

The City of West Columbia, in a public-private partnership, has completed the installation of the High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk Beacon (HAWK) on Sunset Boulevard in front of House of Raeford. The project was made possible with an award from Lexington County C-Funds and matching funds from House of Raeford. J. Moore […]

Saluda, Congaree rivers being tested weekly

The Saluda and Congaree rivers are vital to Lexington County. A coalition that was organized with the help of the Congaree Riverkeeper is checking river water quality. In the summer, a plethora of tubers, kayakers, canoers and swimmers can be found on the rivers that run through metropolitan Columbia. “All […]