Chapin High School has been recognized as a 2024-25 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. It is among a select group of high schools across the U.S. to be recognized for their commitment to inspiring and engaging their students to unlock their potential through their PLTW (Computer Science, Biomedical Science,Continue Reading
CAYCE, S.C. – Local angler Andy Wicker brought home a major victory last week, winning the 2024 American Fishing Tour (AFT) National Championship on Lake Murray and earning the prestigious title of Angler of the Year. Wicker, a Cayce native, topped a field of skilled weekend anglers from 20 statesContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – The Lexington-Richland School District Five FFA chapter has earned top honors as a Gold Chapter in South Carolina through the National Chapter Award Program. This prestigious recognition highlights the chapter’s commitment to excellence and its success in implementing the mission and strategies of the National FFA Organization.Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – A total of 112 students from Lexington-Richland School District Five have earned the distinction of being named South Carolina Junior Scholars for the 2024–2025 academic year. The South Carolina Junior Scholars program, developed by the South Carolina Department of Education in 1985–1986, recognizes eighth-grade students with exceptionalContinue Reading
SCDNR Director discusses progress of first three months By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin newly sworn director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has accomplished much since assuming the reigns of the 1,100-plus-employee state agency which, according to the department’s website, includes technicians, biologists, law enforcementContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Fireworks with the Phil, presented by Prisma Health, returns to Segra Park on Tuesday, July 2 for the fifth annual Independence Day celebration in Columbia’s BullStreet District. The South Carolina Philharmonic will perform a patriotic concert capped by a spectacular, extended fireworks display synchronized to the 1812Continue Reading
The Irmo Town Limits Spring Concert series will end this Friday, May 9, with a throwback blowout at the Prisma Health Amphitheater at Moore Park. Headlining the final night is 90210 Radio, Atlanta’s ‘90s tribute band, bringing you everything from “Smells Like Teen Spirit” to “No Scrubs” and “Wonderwall.” WhetherContinue Reading
Three dedicated Midlands residents have been recognized as 2025 Dominion Energy Volunteers of the Year for their exceptional commitment to service and community engagement. Each honoree has made a significant impact through volunteer work, dedicating time, talent, and passion to causes close to their hearts. In recognition of their contributions,Continue Reading
By Congressman Joe Wilson Constituent Organizations Pictured above meeting with members of the South Carolina Community Health Centers. Meeting and speaking with those who live and work in the Second District provides me a firsthand understanding of the issues affecting the many businesses, organizations, and individuals represented. I welcome theContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard May can be a grueling time for students and teachers alike. For teachers, next year’s binding contracts are due May 10. For everyone, it’s testing time. This time of year at school, everyone seems tired. But teachers continue to rally their students to keep pushing and excel,Continue Reading
By Eileen Renders Now that I have your attention, if you are like me and older than 50, there are ways to maintain a healthy eyesight and lower the risk of macular degeneration. There is much information out there on the internet, therefore, it is important to ensure your informationContinue Reading
By Dee Griffin Losing weight starts with a foundational understanding of how the human body works. In the most basic level, there has to be a calorie deficit. This deficit occurs when you burn more calories than you consume. The body does this by converting food into energy but it’sContinue Reading
Grandma’s petunias By Tom Poland – A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Vintage petunias, those flowers my grandma loved, I saw them in youth. As I sort through my memory album they reappear. Soft and delicate . . . pastel petals of white and pink, lavender, like watercolors. In the flowers’ throats, subtleContinue Reading
A huge congratulations to Bennett Colby for an outstanding musical accomplishment! Bennett is one of only two 6th graders in the entire state to be selected for this year’s All-State Band & Orchestra—an impressive honor on its own. But Bennett didn’t stop there. He earned 1st chair in both All-StateContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. After resigning from Denmark-Olar after seven successful seasons, girls’ basketball coach Terance Jones announced plans “to do the unthinkable.” A month later, he’s looking to finalize those plans with Lexington/Richland School District Five to become the new girls’ basketball coach at Chapin High School. He wouldContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. – Join your community on Saturday, June 28, 2025, as the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) proudly presents the 37th Annual Lake Murray Independence Day Celebration, sponsored by Lexington Medical Center. This beloved tradition will feature South Carolina’s largest fireworks show, launching at approximately 9:30Continue Reading