Dear District Five Family, As our community continues its recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene’s significant impacts, I recognize that other communities within the storm’s path will face a much longer road to recovery. Recovery will look different for each family. While some parts of our school district experienced no interruptionContinue Reading
Richland County (S.C.) Sheriff Department’s model factors into international organization’s work By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In an effort to increase its Eastern European footprint in terms of combating transnational crime, CRIME STOPPERS GLOBAL SOLUTIONS (CSGS), the international arm of the many Crime Stoppers organizations here in the U.S.,Continue Reading
SUMTER, SC – In front of a sellout crowd of 77,000 at the University of South Carolina vs. University of Mississippi football game, SAFE Federal Credit Union proudly announced its 2024 First Responders of the Year. The honorees represent the very best of South Carolina’s first responders, recognized for theirContinue Reading
The Columbia Chamber is now accepting applications for the Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA) Class of 2025, with the deadline set for October 31 at 5 p.m. This program aims to address economic disparities faced by minority-owned businesses in South Carolina by offering essential tools and resources to enhance theirContinue Reading
The Columbia Forestry and Beautification Department is inviting nominations for its 2024 Treasured Tree Program through November 1. This program aims to highlight and recognize trees of special significance in the Midlands area, while promoting the importance and benefits of trees to the local community. Trees located on both publicContinue Reading
MALEVO, Argentina’s dynamic fusion of Stomp and Riverdance, is set to take the stage at Harbison Theatre on October 13 at 3:30 p.m. This all-male ensemble brings the traditional Argentine Malambo to new heights, blending urban percussion with high-energy dance. Known for their raw power and agility, the group infusesContinue Reading
Multi-Grammy Award-winning artist Bill Gaither will bring his Moments To Remember Tour to Lexington this fall. Gaither, along with his renowned Gaither Vocal Band, will perform at Northside Baptist Church, located at 4347 Sunset Boulevard, on Saturday, October 12, at 7 p.m. At 88 years old, Gaither continues to beContinue Reading
The South Carolina Brewer’s Guild (SCBG) is excited to host their annual beer festival with a fresh new name—Crafted in Carolina: A Celebration of South Carolina’s Brewers and Artisans. Formerly known as “Hop Forward,” this event will take place on Saturday, October 12, from 3 – 7 p.m. at SegraContinue Reading
Many residents in Richland County are still dealing with fallen trees, branches, and yard debris left behind by Hurricane Helene. The County’s Public Works Department has been actively clearing roadways and is now working with curbside collection contractors to assist with storm debris removal. Curbside collection will follow the regularContinue Reading
Governor Henry McMaster, along with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD), has announced that Richland County is now eligible for expedited federal individual disaster assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The Richland County Emergency Management Division (RCEMD) has started assessing hurricane-related damage across the county to determine itsContinue Reading
Residents of 13 South Carolina counties affected by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance if they experienced uninsured damage or losses. This assistance can help with urgent needs such as temporary lodging, home repairs, personal property loss, and other disaster-related expenses. The eligible counties include Aiken, Anderson,Continue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard Voters have many choices on November 5: Election Day. You matter – learn what is on the ballot and be sure to vote. Voters residing within the School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties (LR5) will vote (1) together for or against a school bond referendumContinue Reading
IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five has been recognized as the number one school district in the Midlands in the 2025 Best Schools in America rankings by Niche.com. The rankings, which evaluate over 10,000 public school districts nationwide, are based on a combination of statistics and feedback from millions ofContinue Reading
IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five has appointed Audrey Black as the new Director of Planning and Accountability. Black, currently the Director of Federal and State Programs in Richland School District Two, brings a wealth of experience in data analysis and strategic planning. She has previously served as a DataContinue Reading
Kylie Powell was crowned Miss Homecoming at Chapin High School. Photo by Edward WalkerContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. With the student body in high spirits for “Homecoming”, the Chapin football team looked to close out the festivities with a win over defending Class 5A champion Dutch Fork. Instead, the Eagles fell behind early in a 63-10 loss to the Silver Foxes. It was theContinue Reading