Lexington News
Hundreds of dead chickens discovered dumped in Edisto River
Hundreds of dead chickens discovered dumped in the North Fork section of the Edisto River by Edisto Riverkeeper while looking into reports of trash being dump into the waterway
SCDPH: 1 person, pets exposed to rabid fox in Lexington County
A fox was found near Gaston Street between Jeffcoat Court and Carolyn Lane in Gaston has tested positive for rabies, said SCDPH.
SCHP: Two dead after Lexington County motorcycle collision
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist and pedestrian are dead after a collision in Lexington County on Tuesday evening.
SCHP: 1 dead after Lexington County collision
One person has died after a collision in Lexington County on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
Chapin man arrested for attempted murder after shooting incident earlier this month
A Chapin man has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime in connection with a shooting incident earlier this month, says Irmo Police.
Irmo fire crews fought fire at assisted living facility Tuesday morning
Irmo fire crews were fighting a structure fire at an assisted living facility in the 00 block of Columbia Ave on Tuesday morning, said officials.
Multiple narcotics traffickers sentenced to prison in Lexington County
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor’s Office, multiple narcotics traffickers have received lengthy prison sentences following recent convictions in Lexington County General Sessions Court.
Greater CWC Chamber to host community expo and career fair
The Greater CWC Chamber and Visitor Programs is inviting the public to a free event showcasing things the community has to offer.
SCDOT to temporarily close, detour Childs Street in Irmo for repairs
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will temporarily close and detour Childs Street in Lexington County for repairs beginning on next Monday.
West Columbia remembers late judge with Riverwalk statue
Judge Tanya Amber Gee will be remembered as one of the state’s brightest young judges, but her influence reaches far beyond that.
Lexington man sentenced for production of child sex abuse materials
A Lexington man was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to production of child sex abuse materials, said the DOJ.
Irmo Fire District work incident involving several vehicles blocking intersection
Crews with the Irmo Fire District said firefighters were working an incident involving several vehicles blocking the intersection of Piney Grove at Fernandina/Bower Parkway.
SCDOT asks public to avoid US 378 in West Columbia after truck spills cargo in roadway
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is asking the public to avoid US 378 near Meeting and State Streets in West Columbia after a truck spilled a portion of its cargo in the roadway.
SLED: Former Lexington County detention deputy charged for misconduct in office
A former Lexington County detention deputy is accused of providing contraband to an inmate and misconduct in office, according to SLED.
SCHP continues to investigate deadly golf cart accident
The SCHP continues t investigate a deadly accident in Lexington County involving a golf cart and pickup truck
Coroner identifies individual who died after a vehicle vs. golf cart collision
The Lexington County Coroner has identified the individual who died after a vehicle vs. golf cart collision on Wednesday.
Deputies: One arrested, one wanted in connection with body found in burning home
Deputies say one person is in custody and they are searching for another in connection with a body found inside a burning home last month.
Lanes reopened after disabled garbage truck on Sunset Blvd/US-378 causes congestion
All lanes of Sunset Blvd./US-378 at Old Cherokee Road have reopened, according to Lexington Police.
Boil Water Advisory issued for portion of City of West Columbia Water customers
A boil water advisory has been issued in portions of the city due to a water main break, according to officials.
West Columbia Riverwalk Moffatt Street entrance to open
The West Columbia Riverwalk Park Moffatt Street Entrance will soon be open to the public, said officials.
Lexington PD requesting public's help finding person accused of stealing tools from Industrial Boulevard business
The Lexington PD is requesting the public's help finding person accused of stealing tools from an Industrial Boulevard business, said officers.
Former daycare worker sentenced to prison in daycare abuse case
A former daycare worker has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after her conviction on charges of child physical abuse.
SLED charges Richland County man with unlawful carrying of a pistol
A Midlands man is being charged with unlawful carrying of a pistol, according to SLED.
Irmo PD rescue kittens from car's bumper
Another group of cats were a little more fortunate.
