Lexington News
Dirt bike driver identified after fatal collision on SC Highway 6 in Gaston
The Lexington County Coroner's Office has identified the dirt bike driver killed in a collision on SC Hwy. 6.
Memorial set for Friday for Dutch Fork student who died after collapsing at football practice
Dutch Fork High School will hold a Memorial service Friday to remember the senior who died after collapsing at Football practice.
Lexington PD conducting safety checkpoints in response to collisions and complaints
The Lexington Police Department is out in full force today, conducting safety checkpoints. The checkpoints come in response to collisions, citizen traffic complaints, speeding and unsafe driving practices.
RETHINKING BUDGET PROVISO: Democrats in South Carolina call for special session
“I think it’s very clear that if we are not called back in, this is going to land in courts for them to make a decision," said Rep. Russell Ott from St. Matthews. "All we’re simply saying is that’s not necessary.”
Local Living: NASCAR returns to Darlington Raceway next month, Town of Lexington hosting a craft beer festival!
Local Living: NASCAR returns to Darlington Raceway next month, Town of Lexington hosting a craft beer festival!
Gaston PD: Two men arrested for trafficking crack cocaine
The Gaston Police Department says officers arrested two men after they found 20 grams of crack cocaine during a traffic stop.
FIRST DAY BACK: Elementary school starts out with exciting first day as COVID concerns still linger nationwide
“Both of my kids have been excited since early June to get going. My daughter will be in 1st grade and my son is in pre-K," Shaw said.
Lexington County Coroner identifies suspect killed in officer involved shooting on I-26
On Monday, Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher identified the suspect who was killed in an officer involved shooting on I-26 East yesterday.
BATESBURG-LEESVILLE: Lexington County community waits on federal aid along with many small South Carolina towns
In South Carolina, $435 million is set to go to 254 towns in the Palmetto State with fewer than 50,000 residents. However, South Carolina is only one a few nationwide that has yet to request those funds.
Mayor of Irmo and other officials break ground on ten acre park project
Residents in Irmo will soon have some new options when it comes to outdoor entertainment. This morning, Irmo Mayor Barry Walker and other officials broke ground on a new ten acre park project that will include a community garden, a dog park and a skate park.
Lexington Medical Center says it is on track to exceed its highest number of COVID-19 hospitalizations
Lexington Medical Center is on track to exceed its highest amount of hospitalized COVID-19 patients ever. Hospital spokesperson Jennifer Wilson says nearly 90% of those patients are unvaccinated.
Local Living: Orangeburg DPS National Night Out tomorrow, Midlands kids heading back to school and more!
Local Living: Orangeburg DPS National Night Out tomorrow, Midlands kids heading back to school and more!
