By Thomas Grant Jr. Momentum can be an ‘X-Factor’ for a team entering the post-season. For Chapin, last Friday’s 35-34 win over White Knoll could not have occurred at a better time. The Eagles had dropped five straight games and were in danger of finishing with a losing record afterContinue Reading
The Chapin community came together to celebrate young writers from Chapin Elementary at the Chapin’s Voices Community Writer’s Workshop on Thursday, November 7th, held at Chapin Town Hall. The event showcased the creative work of fourth-grade students, allowing families and community members to see the writing process in action, fromContinue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five marching bands achieved impressive results in the South Carolina Band Directors Association (SCBDA) 3A and 4A State Championships on October 26, 2024. Chapin High School’s Pride of the Midlands Marching Band was named the 4A Lower State Champion and took Runner-Up in the 4A State Championship.Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. For Mookie Wilson and Bill Spiers, the road to Major League Baseball began with South Carolina American Legion. Both played for Orangeburg Post 4 before going on to college and professional careers. A state champion at Bamberg-Ehrhardt, Wilson went from Spartanburg Methodist College to the UniversityContinue Reading
Students explore the concepts of citizenship and teamwork through hands-on learning experience In a dynamic and engaging learning experience, first-grade students at Piney Woods Elementary School recently completed an exciting unit in the school’s new reading series, Neighborhoods, which incorporated elements of social studies, community building, and citizenship. The unitContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. A tough second half of the season for Chapin football almost got tougher last week against undefeated Irmo. With 2:07 left in the second quarter, the senior tight end took a hard hit after making a catch in the middle of the field. Canady went downContinue Reading
From the Lexington County Blowfish The Chapin Blowfish, a member of the Lexington County Blowfish family, concluded its travel ball fall season this past weekend. The 12-player roster competed in six tournaments in Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Lexington and Charlotte, NC.Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. After a second bye created when the SCHSL extended the regular season, the Chapin football team resumes play on the road. It’s at a fellow Lexington/Richland School District One school. The Eagles (4-4, 0-3) face undefeated Irmo (8-0, 3-0) looking to snap its four-game losing streak.Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. Lily Reed Black hit three birdies in her final round to win the S.C. High School League Class 5ADivision II championship Tuesday at Smithfields Country Club in Easley. Reed Black broke out of a 3-way tie on Day One to edge out Conway’s Reese Richardson.Teammate MiaContinue Reading
CHAPIN, SC – The Chapin Branch of the Lexington County Public Library was alive with Halloween spirit last Thursday, October 24, as families gathered for the library’s annual Halloween Spooktacular. With the help of the Friends of the Library, the event offered a lively evening of activities, including balloon animals,Continue Reading
CHAPIN, SC — The Chapin Police Department has announced the arrest of a suspect in connection with an attempted murder following a stabbing incident over the weekend. Jacob Adam Riddle, a resident of Newberry County, was arrested at his home in Little Mountain with the assistance of the Newberry CountyContinue Reading
By Akil E. Ross, Ed.D. Superintendent When I joined Rotary International, one of the world’s largest service organizations, I received a card printed with “The Four Way Test.” This card serves as a reminder for Rotarians of four principles in their thoughts, words, and actions. The first test is: IsContinue Reading
Lyric Allen-Hendrix was crowned Miss Homecoming 2024 at Irmo High School this past Friday. Photo by GoFlashwin.comContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The latest South Carolina Girls Golf Coaches Poll has Chapin leading the way. The Lady Eagles top the Class 5A Division II rankings in the poll released Monday. The Division I rankings has archrivals River Bluff and Lexington at first and third, respectively. Last week, ChapinContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. After a 4-1 start, Chapin High football has experienced back-to-back home losses in Region 4-5A ranging from lopsided to heartbreaking. The former was a 63-10 loss to defending Class 5A champion Dutch Fork. The Eagles fell behind 35-0 in the first quarter before finally getting onContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The latest South Carolina Girls Golf Coaches Poll has Chapin leading the way. The Lady Eagles top the Class 5A Division II rankings in the poll released Monday. The Division I rankings has archrivals River Bluff and Lexington at first and third, respectively. Last week, ChapinContinue Reading