LEXINGTON, S.C. – Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the man recovered from Lake Murray near the Irmo side of the dam on September 13 as Darius Marshe Dendy, 34, of Columbia. Dendy was pronounced dead at the scene following the recovery of his body from the lake. InvestigatorsContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Irmo Town Council Tuesday gave first reading approval to the controversial $65 million Water Walk development along the shores of Lake Murray. The council approved a development agreement, and the rezoning of 11 properties totaling 65.12 acres from General Commercial, General Residential and Fringe Agricultural to Mixed Use.Continue Reading
The Colonial Cup returns to Camden, S.C., Sunday, November 17, 2024 By Tom Mullikin On Sunday, November 17, the “Super Bowl” of Steeplechase will return to the internationally renowned Springdale racecourse in Camden, S.C. [please see link below]. This is a key component of the Palmetto State’s heritage. From theContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The Chapin High School football team is one of the remaining undefeated teams in the Lake Murray area. The Eagles look to continue to “fly high” Friday as they venture into uncharted territory. For the first time in school history, they will pay a visit toContinue Reading
WEST COLUMBIA – The highly anticipated fall lineup for Rhythm on the River, presented by the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber & Visitors Program, is here! The series will kick off on October 4, 2024, offering a fantastic blend of live music, food trucks, and local entertainment. Here’s the full schedule:Continue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Lexington County deputy has been placed on paid administrative leave following his arrest on third-degree domestic violence charges. According to an incident report from the Lexington Police Department, 47-year-old Charles Freeman was arrested early Monday morning at a residence in the 400 block of Ivy GreenContinue Reading
CHAPIN – Chapin High School seniors began the 2024-2025 school year with the traditional Senior Pledge Assembly, where they pledged to Principal Ed Davis to work hard, make good choices, and earn their diplomas by the end of the year. This long-standing tradition celebrates the accomplishment of reaching senior yearContinue Reading
IRMO – Fifty-seven students from Lexington-Richland School District Five achieved perfect scores on the SC READY assessments for the 2023-2024 school year. SC READY is a statewide test measuring English/language arts and mathematics proficiency for students in grades 3 through 8. These District Five students are among the top oneContinue Reading
Senior Detention Deputy Brittany Sawyer of Lexington County has been named Officer of the Year by the South Carolina Jail Administrators Association. Sawyer received this honor at the association’s annual training conference in recognition of her outstanding service at the Lexington County Detention Center. Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon expressedContinue Reading
In South Carolina, residents who are 85 and older are provided a one percent sales tax reduction on many items bought for personal use. This included many food items. The customer must have identification, such as a driver’s license, for proof of age. This information about the sales tax reductionContinue Reading
Thirteen students from Lexington-Richland School District Five have been named Semifinalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship program. These talented high school seniors will now have the opportunity to compete for one of 6,870 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $26 million, which will be awarded next spring. The Semifinalists fromContinue Reading
Dutch Fork Middle School is excited to announce the appointment of Mrs. Kelly Thacker as the new Assistant Principal. Mrs. Thacker has been a dedicated educator and leader, previously teaching at Irmo Middle School, where she served as the Math Department Chair for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. For theContinue Reading
Whataburger is celebrating National Cheeseburger Day on September 18 with a chance to win free Whataburger for a year! Whataburger Rewards Members can enter the sweepstakes by ordering a Patty Melt, Sweet & Spicy Bacon Burger, or a Whataburger with cheese through the Whataburger App or Whataburger.com. Every qualifying purchaseContinue Reading
Five recipients from five agencies honored by Columbia-area church for fourth consecutive year By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Lieutenant Frieda Brown and four fellow first responders received Eastminster Presbyterian Church’s annual SERVANT LEADERSHIP AWARD on Wednesday evening, the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. At 3-0, the Chapin football team is flying high under first-year head coach Ryan Cole. The Eagles have averaged 50.3 points and held their three opponents to 24 points per game. They look to continue that success back at Cecil Woolbright Field with an all-Lake MurrayContinue Reading
Dr. Thomas S. Mullikin was elected to the historic board in August By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, an attorney, university professor, and renowned global expedition leader has been elected to the board of the South Carolina Civil Rights Museum (SCCRM). Mullikin will serve a three-year term followingContinue Reading