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Dining on the Dam to Close Lake Murray Dam, Parks Sunday

On: March 26, 2026
In: Events
Tagged: Closures, Dining on the Dam, Food and Drink

District Five asks for community input

On: March 26, 2026
In: Education
Tagged: school district 5

Columbia Children’s Theatre Presents Peter Pan JR.

On: March 26, 2026
In: Entertainment
Tagged: Columbia Children’s Theatre, Live Music

District Five Spring Plant Sale Begins March 30

On: March 26, 2026
In: Community News
Tagged: Plant sale, school district 5

Luis Rivera is graduated from FBI academy

On: March 26, 2026
In: Public Safety
Tagged: FBI Academy, Lexington County Sheriffs Department

New doctor joins Columbia Eye

On: March 26, 2026
In: Health
Tagged: Columbia Eye
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Recent Posts

Dominion Announces Opening Dates for Lake Murray Parks

On: March 26, 2026
In: Community News
Tagged: Dominion Parks, Lake Murray, Swimming

Anchors Aweigh 5k March 28

On: March 26, 2026
In: Events
Tagged: 5k Run

Chapin Boys Stay Unbeaten in Region Play; Girls Split Early Matches

On: March 26, 2026
In: Sports
Tagged: Chapin High School, High School Sports, Soccer

Blowfish Donate $5,000 to Lexington Police Foundation

On: March 26, 2026
In: Sports
Tagged: Donation, Lexington County Blowfish

Sea N-Stripes Wins Midlands Striper Club Tournament

On: March 25, 2026
In: Fishing, Sports
Tagged: Midlands Striper Club

New Turf at Lexington County Baseball Stadium Already a Hit

On: March 25, 2026
In: Sports
Tagged: Baseball, Lexington County Blowfish

Business

Dominion advocates for federal funding

On: March 17, 2026
In: Business, Government
Tagged: Congressman Joe Wilson, Dominion

Representatives from Dominion Energy and community partners traveled to Washington to meet with elected officials and advocate for continued federal funding of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which provides critical financial support to eligible households for energy costs. The meetings were held in conjunction with LIHEAP Action Day,

Lieutenant Governor champions South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition

On: March 16, 2026
In: Business, Government, Health
Tagged: Health and Fitness

Palmetto Citizens Federal names new leaders

On: March 16, 2026
In: Business
Tagged: Banking, Finance, Promotions
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Education

District Five asks for community input

On: March 26, 2026
In: Education
Tagged: school district 5

School District Five invites the community to attend an open input session March 26 from 3 – 6 pm. The event is focused on the development of a new small business incubator and entry plaza at Irmo High School. Attendees will have the opportunity to review concepts, ask questions, and

Dutch Fork Elementary recognized Nationally Certified Magnet School

On: March 19, 2026
In: Education
Tagged: Honors and Awards, school district 5

District Five Teachers Earn State Honors

On: March 18, 2026
In: Education
Tagged: Honors and Awards, Irmo Middle School
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Sports

Chapin Boys Stay Unbeaten in Region Play; Girls Split Early Matches

On: March 26, 2026
In: Sports
Tagged: Chapin High School, High School Sports, Soccer

By Thomas Grant Jr. CHAPIN, S.C. — The Chapin High School boys soccer team is off to an undefeated start in Region 4-5A play. The Eagles (6-2, 2-0) opened their region schedule March 17 with a 4-0 shutout of Dutch Fork High School. Goals were scored by Heath Wenger, Josh

Blowfish Donate $5,000 to Lexington Police Foundation

On: March 26, 2026
In: Sports
Tagged: Donation, Lexington County Blowfish

Sea N-Stripes Wins Midlands Striper Club Tournament

On: March 25, 2026
In: Fishing, Sports
Tagged: Midlands Striper Club
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Luis Rivera is graduated from FBI academy

On: March 26, 2026
In: Public Safety
Tagged: FBI Academy, Lexington County Sheriffs Department

Lt. Luis Rivera has completed the FBI’s National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. “Luis’ graduation from this prestigious national program strengthens both his leadership and our agency,” Lexington County Sheriff Jay

National law enforcement analyst and Richland County Deputy receives state’s highest award

On: March 23, 2026
In: Public Safety
Tagged: Honors and Awards, Order of the Palmetto

Foundation Raising Funds for SLED K9 Memorial

On: March 19, 2026
In: Public Safety
Tagged: K 9 Memorial
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Community News

Dining on the Dam to Close Lake Murray Dam, Parks Sunday

On: March 26, 2026
In: Events
Tagged: Closures, Dining on the Dam, Food and Drink

LEXINGTON, S.C. — Dining on the Dam returns Sunday, March 29 from 5–9 p.m., bringing hundreds of guests to the Lake Murray Dam for an evening of dining, live entertainment,

District Five Spring Plant Sale Begins March 30

On: March 26, 2026
In: Community News
Tagged: Plant sale, school district 5

Dominion Announces Opening Dates for Lake Murray Parks

On: March 26, 2026
In: Community News
Tagged: Dominion Parks, Lake Murray, Swimming
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Entertainment

Columbia Children’s Theatre Presents Peter Pan JR.

On: March 26, 2026
In: Entertainment
Tagged: Columbia Children’s Theatre, Live Music

CAYCE, S.C. — Columbia Children’s Theatre invites families across the Midlands to take flight this spring with Peter Pan JR., a musical adventure filled with magic, mischief, and imagination. Performance

Muzika. to start fifth season

On: March 16, 2026
In: Entertainment
Tagged: Live Performance

Flock Fest is March 21

On: March 16, 2026
In: Entertainment
Tagged: Flock Fest, SC State Museum
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Civic

Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Names February Student of the Month

On: March 1, 2026
In: Civic, Education
Tagged: Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary, Student of the Month

The Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Club has named Seven Oaks Elementary Global Magnet fifth grader Allison Reyes Andres as its February Student of the Month. Seven Oaks Principal Dr. Angie Slatton

Clothing Drive to Support Midlands Orphan Relief

On: October 23, 2025
In: Civic, Non Profit
Tagged: Donations, Midlands Orphan Relief

Gateway Baptist Students Serve Community Through Mission Ballentine

On: August 20, 2025
In: Civic
Tagged: Mission Ballentine, The Cooperative Ministry
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Dining on the Dam to Close Lake Murray Dam, Parks Sunday

On: March 26, 2026
In: Events
Tagged: Closures, Dining on the Dam, Food and Drink

District Five asks for community input

On: March 26, 2026
In: Education
Tagged: school district 5

Columbia Children’s Theatre Presents Peter Pan JR.

On: March 26, 2026
In: Entertainment
Tagged: Columbia Children’s Theatre, Live Music
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