Lexington County Coroner identifies body found on I-20 Tuesday night
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher released the identity of a body that was discovered on I-20 eastbound Tuesday shortly after 7 p.m.
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Smash a car for a good cause at Airport High School's fundraiser for Camp Kemo this week
Airport High School is hosting its 27th annual fundraiser to support Camp Kemo this week. Your money can help send kids with cancer or blood disorders to summer camp.
Support the Lexington Police Department at their annual golf tournament fundraiser
Lexington Police officers are raising money for their department with a golf tournament, and they're looking for sponsors. If you want to enter your team of four into the tournament, team entry is $300 and includes two meals and raffle tickets.
Lexington District Two holds vaccination event for teachers and staff
Teachers and other staff with Lexington School District Two got their COVID-19 vaccines Monday morning. School nurses administered the shots at an event at the Lexington Two Innovation Center.
Lexington County Coroner identifies victim from fatal collision on Old Dunbar Road
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher released the identity of a woman who died as a result of a vehicle collision Monday morning.
Chapin HS teacher named finalist for SC Teacher of the Year award
On Monday, South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman informed Amy Carter that she had been named one of five finalists for the South Carolina Teacher of the Year award.
Lexington Police looking for at-risk teen last seen late Thursday night
The Lexington Police Department is asking for your help locating an at-risk teen who was last seen around midnight last night.
Family's pet dies after a house fire on North Edisto Road in Lexington
Lexington County firefighters say a family's pet has died after an early morning house fire today on North Edisto Road.
West Columbia man charged with trafficking crack, cocaine
According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, a West Columbia man is facing trafficking charges after law enforcement discovered over 400 grams of cocaine in his truck during a traffic stop.
Pine Ridge Mayor Robert Wells announces resignation, citing complications from COVID-19
On Thursday, the Town of Pine Ridge announced that Mayor Robert Wells is resigning. Officials say Mayor Wells was diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier this year, which resulted in a temporary shutdown of Town business.
Several Midlands schools shifting to virtual learning Thursday, due to expected severe weather
Several school districts in the Midlands announced that they will be conducted learning online Thursday. The move comes after reports of severe weather expected in the area.
Lexington Two going virtual on Thursday due to expected severe weather
Officials with Lexington School District Two say they will conducting class online Thursday due to expected severe weather. Officials say school buildings will be closed, with no athletics clubs or events on school grounds.
Take the family to movie night at the Icehouse Amphitheater with John Cena's "Playing with Fire" this Friday
ou're invited to grab some popcorn and join the Town of Lexington for their showing of John Cena's movie "Playing with Fire." It will be at the Icehouse Amphitheater, located on West Main Street, this Friday night starting at 8 p.m.
Columbia man facing 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor
According to South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, a Columbia man is facing several charges relating to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
Lexington Police looking for suspects accused of stealing fuel containers from Saluda Hill Landscaping
The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying two individuals who , they say, cut a fence and stole containers of fuel from Saluda Hill Landscaping.
Lexington County Coroner identifies victim from fatal collision at Bethany Church Road intersection
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the identity of a man who passed away in the hospital a day after being involved in a vehicle collision. The coroner says 26-year-old Phillip Auston Jones Friday due to injuries sustained in the collision on Thursday.
Several roads in downtown Lexington to be closed Saturday for the Shamrock Parade
On Saturday, officials say several roads in downtown Lexington will be closed for the Shamrock Parade.
Lexington woman sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for cocaine, meth charges
According to acting U.S. Attorney for the District of South Carolina M. Rhett DeHart, a Lexington woman has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for drug charges. Authorities say 38-year-old Ashley Shay Cook plead guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine.
Lexington-Richland Five partners with Lexington Medical Center for staff vaccinations
Lexington-Richland School District Five is partnering with the Lexington Medical Center to vaccinate its school staff. Officials say the vaccinations will take place on March 26 and April 16 at Dutch Fork High School.
Lexington-Richland School District Five announces location change for graduation ceremonies
On Thursday, Lexington-Richland School District Five announced a location change for the district's graduation ceremonies this year.
Adopt a Riverbanks Zoo resident through "Wild Parent" sponsorship program
You have a chance to adopt a Riverbanks Zoo resident! The zoo is offering its "Wild Parent" sponsorship program. For donations ranging from $35-$150, sponsors can "adopt" animals including flamingos, lions and even a rhino.
Lexington School District Two to hold in person graduation ceremonies this year
Officials with Lexington School District Two say they will hold in-person graduation events this year. Currently, the district has graduation ceremonies scheduled for two schools.
LCSD: Man arrested on child sex charges
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a man was arrested last week and is facing child sex charges in two cases. Deputies say they arrested 47-year-old Donald Sadler at his place of employment on March 4.
