By Al Dozier Lexington-Richland District 5 is moving forward with its plan to return to face-to-face learning five days a week on Feb. 1 despite protest demonstrations that took place just before the Jan. 25 board meeting at Irmo High School. The district has been observing face-to-face learning four daysContinue Reading
Lexington County deputies have arrested a Lexington man accused of fatally shooting a man at a business early Sunday morning. Regin Nicreis Oakman, 26, is charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest reports. The victim has been identified as 39-year-old Michael LewisContinue Reading
On Wednesday, the world watched the inauguration of the 46th President of the United States. Although President Biden and I may not agree on much, I was pleased to see the democratic transition of power happen peacefully. Overview of the week: This week, legislative committee meetings were held virtually. ThisContinue Reading
Two schools in Lexington-Richland School District Five have been selected to participate in the 2021 School Garden & Education Assistance Program. Harbison West Elementary School and Irmo High School International School for the Arts are among the 20 schools statewide selected to take part in the program. The program isContinue Reading
The International Food and Deli grocery opened at 7536 Woodrow Street in Irmo last month. The store offers meats, fish and cheeses from Europe, as well as crackers, candies, cakes, teas and other beverages. Fresh bread can be baked for you as you shop, to be ready as you checkContinue Reading
On Sunday, January 23, divers from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and South Carolina Department of Natural Resources found a military ordinance round which was identified as an 81-millimeter military mortar round by the United States Air Force EOD detachment. A fisherman using a casting net near Black’s BridgeContinue Reading
Two people died during a police chase when the vehicle they were in ran into a cement truck head-on. The pursuit began on Bluebird Land and ended on Screaming Eagle Road between Precival Road and Highway Church Road. The SUV, a 2012 Ford Escape, ran into the cement truck killingContinue Reading
Lexington County deputies arrested a Leesville man Tuesday after they found him hiding in a stolen camper. Rex Jason Corder, 53, is charged with operating a chop shop and receiving stolen goods, according to arrest warrants. “Detectives received a community tip about a stolen trailer on some property in theContinue Reading
A Swansea man accused of stabbing a man Saturday was arrested Monday at his home. Marshal Adam Hogston, 25, is charged with attempted murder, carjacking and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest warrants. “Witnesses have told detectives a man with multiple stab woundsContinue Reading
Dr. Jaime E. Condom, 88, of Columbia, SC, died Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Born February 27, 1932, in Mariel, Cuba, he was a son of the late Jaime Cestino Condom and Matilde Molins Valera Condom. In addition to his parents, Dr. Condom was preceded in death by his brother andContinue Reading
Venue Visits with C&S Tours provides a more efficient means of wedding planning. Planning a wedding or event can be complex, particularly during a pandemic. As a local transportation company and travel agency in business since 2013, C&S Tours felt they could help and created Venue Visits by C&S Tours.Continue Reading