By Al Dozier Pet owners in Lexington County will be required by law to have microchips injected into their dogs. That requirement is part of the new regulations approved by Lexington County Council designed to help better identify lost and missing pets that often wind up in animal shelters.Enforcement ofContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Change is the theme round the Chapin High School football program. As refurbishments continue at Cecil Woolbright Field Stadium, the Eagles are beginning a new era at the head coaching position. After 14 seasons and close to 90 victories, Justin Gentry decided to retire as theContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Chapin golfer Chase Cline won the South Carolina Golf Association’s 66th annual Junior Championship held June 11-13 at the Woodcreek Club in Elgin. He had a 3-day score of 3-under-par 213 to beat out Coleman Ferguson of Columbia and Bennett Scaletta of Belton each by oneContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The S.C. Coaches Association of Women’s Sports held its annual sports banquet on June 8 at Brookland Baptist Church in Cayce. For the second straight year, the organization which recognizes the top female athletes in the state awarded its fall, winter, and spring award recipients atContinue Reading
How a 70-year-old Marine officer from Columbia, S.C. proves the Marine Corps still builds men By Thomas S. Mullikin, PhD America’s Marine Corps was established on November 10, 1775, when the Continental Congress ordered that two battalions of Marines be raised for combatant service aboard ship, as Naval landing forces,Continue Reading
The Columbia VA Healthcare System is inviting the community to a special Korean War Remembrance Ceremony on June 25. The event will take place at the Dorn VA Medical Center, located at 6439 Garners Ferry Road, starting at 11:00 AM. This occasion serves to honor the sacrifices and service ofContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. Defending Coastal Plain League champion Lexington County Blowfish held its second annual “Hooties” Night this past Friday. The contest against the Macon Bacon saw the team wear their Hooties themed jerseys which were auctioned off online. Proceeds from the event benefitted the Lexington Medical Center FoundationContinue Reading
Columbia, SC — Mark your calendars for a delightful day of fun, food, and shopping at the Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitor’s Center. Join us on Thursday, June 20, for a Summer Porch Party and Gift Shop Sale from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at our location, 2184 North Lake Drive, near the picturesque Lake MurrayContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Get ready for an exciting weekend of food and fun at the Southeastern BBQ Showdown, set to take place on June 14-15 at Segra Park. This inaugural event promises a unique blend of culinary excellence and live entertainment, making it a must-attend for locals and visitors alike.Continue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard Oh yay, it’s summer vacation. But oh my, I’m tired already. Looking for engaging ways to keep the kiddos occupied, experiencing new things, and off the electronics as a default? Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, big sibling, or sitter, even if you work full time, our childrenContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Chapin/Newberry Post 193/24 is competing in a new Upstate league in American Legion baseball. It currently stands in second behind Golden Strip Post 271 out of Simpsonville in the League VI standings. On Monday, Chapin/Newberry won its fourth straight game overall and first in league playContinue Reading
Officers attempting to serve a warrant Tuesday morning in the Blacksgate neighborhood in the Prosperity area were forced into a confrontation with a suspect when he pulled a gun and shot a K-9 officer. The suspect was hiding in the home of a family member when officers tried to serveContinue Reading
Largest Fireworks Show in South Carolina, Presented by Lexington Medical Center Columbia, SC – The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is thrilled to announce the 36th Annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center. The event will take place on Saturday, June 29,Continue Reading
Columbia, SC – Renowned saxophonist and Columbia native Chris Potter will grace the stage at Harbison Theatre on June 15 at 7:30 PM. He will be performing with the SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble for their season finale concert, promising an unforgettable evening of jazz. Chris Potter, who began his careerContinue Reading
Midlands, SC – Get ready to celebrate the second annual Black Eats Week 803 (BEW803) from June 17-23, as part of the Juneteenth festivities! This exciting event highlights our community’s incredible culinary heritage of Black-owned food businesses. Established in 2023, BEW803 shines a spotlight on Black entrepreneurs in the foodContinue Reading
Lexington County, SC – Exciting news for students in Lexington-Richland School District Five! The Lexington County Public Library (LCPL) Board of Trustees has recently updated its library card policy to provide easier and free access to library cards for students in the district. This initiative allows students to benefit fromContinue Reading