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News Summary The Lexington Town Council has approved a major roadwork project to realign Corley Mill Road, improving traffic flow on Sunset Boulevard. Dubbed the...
News Summary Lexington County has green-lit a 600-home housing project amidst community concerns about traffic and the area’s character. The plan includes 424 single-family homes...
News Summary Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, S.C. introduces ‘Toucan Tuesdays,’ collaborating with Harvest Hope Food Bank to offer discounted admission with food donations. Guests can...
News Summary James Devan Martin, a 34-year-old resident of Lexington, has been charged with serious sex crimes involving a minor, including solicitation and dissemination of...
News Summary The burger scene in Columbia and the Midlands is dynamic with recent openings and closures. A Burger Poll invites residents to vote for...
News Summary A luxurious estate on Lake Murray has sold for a record $9.25 million, surpassing the previous local price of $3.6 million. The sprawling...
News Summary Columbia residents will see a 5% increase in their water and sewer bills starting July 1, following the city’s budget approval for fiscal...
News Summary The Lexington Town Council has approved an extension of road work on Sunset Boulevard, aiming to enhance traffic flow near Interstate 20. This...
News Summary Alexander Lee Jeffcoat, a 36-year-old man reported missing, has been found safe due to community involvement and tips received by the authorities. Jeffcoat...
News Summary Chubby’s Burgers has permanently closed its second restaurant on Percival Rd. in Columbia, announced via their Facebook page. The closure comes less than...