IRMO –Schools from Lexington-Richland School District Five recently announced their 2025-26 Teachers of the Year & Support Employees of the Year. Teacher of the Year winners from each school include: Kamela Oxner-West (Academy For Success), Leigh Carpenter (Adult Education), April Siders (Ballentine Elementary), Jessica Hidalgo (Center for Advanced Technical Studies),Continue Reading
IRMO, SC – Marc Turner, a dedicated educator at Spring Hill High School, has been chosen for a distinguished opportunity with National History Day® (NHD) and the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC). Turner is one of only 55 educators nationwide selected for the Researching Silent Heroes webinar series. This programContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Lauren McClain, owner of Express Employment Professionals, is celebrating five successful years in business with an exciting move to a larger location at 6169 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29212, right next to Zorba’s. McClain and her team of dedicated recruiters specialize in Skilled Trades, Light Industrial,Continue Reading
The Columbia Philatelic Society invites collectors and enthusiasts to its 2025 Winter Stamp and Postcard Show, celebrating 90 years of promoting the fascinating world of philately! Dates: Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 10 AM – 5 PM Sunday, February 23, 2025 | 10 AM – 3 PM Location: Tri-City LeisureContinue Reading
In response to Mariam Johnson’s editorial “I did speak out” (Feb.6, 2025), the good news is that on November 5, millions of other Americans chose to ‘speak out.’ Because of the landslide that took place that day, Catholics and other Pro-life groups will no longer have to fear being targetedContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Lexington County deputies have arrested a Greensboro, North Carolina, woman accused of using fake cashier’s checks to make several purchases, including multiple vehicles. Sierra Blair Stewart, 34, is charged with three counts of forgery for $10,000 or more, and one count each of presenting an altered vehicleContinue Reading
St. Pat’s in Five Points, one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the Southeast, announces the lineup for its 43rd event, set for March 15. This year’s event features a variety of local, regional and national acts set to perform across multiple stages, including headlining performances from Lettuce,Continue Reading
Mast General Store’s Be a Sweetheart campaign has provided neighbors in need with healthy meals for 22 years. In parts of the Mast Store region during a typical year, one in eight people lack access to sufficient food resources. This year, following Hurricane Helene last September, the need for foodContinue Reading
By Dr. Mary Kennerly My children attended District 5 schools from kindergarten through twelfth grade. I am eternally grateful for the education they received here. It has contributed significantly to their successes in adult life. I worked in District 5 schools for 33 years and have volunteered in District 5Continue Reading
St. Andrews Woman’s Club GFWC volunteers picked up trash along St. Andrews Road February 8. Pictured right to left: Mary North, Barbara Williams, Gail Elfert, and Kaye HunkeContinue Reading
The District Five Foundation for Educational Excellence of Lexington Richland School District Five has appointed a duo to serve as co-chairs for the 2025-26 school year. The foundation board voted unanimously to select Elizabeth Balog and Dr. Matthew Boyeson to lead the foundation in raising funds and building awareness toContinue Reading