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The State

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Recommendation of the Week: Dipped cone at Zesto of West Columbia

Sometimes an icon is more than just a symbol. For 77 years, Zesto of West Columbia has been a fixture on 12th Street, offering up burgers , chicken, fries, milkshakes, hot dogs and more. The restaurant is such a mainstay that earlier this year a section of 12th Street, from Jarvis Klapman Boulveard down to Knox Abbott Drive, was named Gus Manos Memorial Street in memory of one of the West Columbia restaurant’s late co-owners. While I do love a good Zesto burger and fries, on a recent afternoon visit I went with a chocolate dipped ice cream cone. There’s a reason they have a towering sculpture of it outside, after all. With its solid chocolate shell enveloping the super sweet vanilla ice cream , the dipped cone remains a classic afternoon snack, a reward after soccer practice , or a treat for just about any other occasion. If you liked this suggestion and want to see more like it, you can get my recommendations first in Let’s Dish, Columbia, my weekly newsletter offering restaurant and food news from across Columbia, Lexington and South Carolina. Simply fill out the form below to sign up for the (free) newsletter.

West Columbia, SC · 2d

Women's Fastbreak On SI

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South Carolina Clash Presents JuJu Watkins’ First Big Test After Return From Injury

JuJu Watkins is back on the court after missing last season with an ACL tear.

Columbia, SC · 1d

HBCU Legends On SI

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SIAC, CIAA Football Championship Weekend Preview: Benedict-Kentucky State, Virginia Union-Johnson C. Smith

Two HBCU Division II conference championships and a potential NCAA playoff-deciding matchup headline a pivotal weekend for the SIAC and CIAA.

Columbia, SC · 1d

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Ross, Hammond return to SCISA AAAA championship game

Team Celebrates after the Skyhawks defense and special teams, had no trouble at all in a 42-3 victory against the Cyclones (7-5). COLUMBIA–Hammond’s offense struggled against Porter-Gaud in the semifinal round of the SCISA AAAA playoffs Friday night at Edens Stadium. . Jackson Ross, leading the Skyhawks defense...

Columbia, SC · 23h

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Glide & Gather brings seasonal ice skating to the Midlands

A little winter magic is coming to Richland County as a seasonal ice skating rink prepares to open at North Springs Park just in time for the holidays. The Richland County Recreation Commission will launch Glide & Gather on Nov. 20, bringing a temporary ice skating experience to the park's tennis courts. The rink will remain open through Jan. 3, 2027.

Richland County, SC · 16h

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2026 state Christmas tree arrives at SC House

South Carolina’s official Christmas tree arrived at the South Carolina State House in Columbia on Monday, Nov. 9, following a brief press conference on the North Lawn. Charlene Slaughter, director of communications with Experience Columbia SC, thanked the many individuals and organizations that helped make this year’s tree possible. Experience Columbia SC is the presenting sponsor of the 60th annual Governor’s Carolighting.

Columbia, SC · 1d

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Bountiful Harvest returns to Lexington Nov. 19

In the spirit of filling every table, the Town of Lexington will host its annual Bountiful Harvest on Thursday, Nov. 19, at the Icehouse Pavilion in downtown Lexington. For the past nine years, the Lexington Police Department and Serve & Connect have hosted Bountiful Harvest as a day of giving and receiving in an effort to provide outreach to those in the community who may need food and resources as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches.

Lexington, SC · 1d

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Photo gallery: Hundreds gather for Lexington Health Foundation’s Wine on the River

More than 600 people came together Friday evening at Stone River in West Columbia for an event that offered more than just the chance to unwind. The Lexington Health Foundation hosted its annual Wine on the River celebration, bringing the community together for a night of food, drinks and fun, all in support of a good cause.

West Columbia, SC · 21h

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Silver Foxes spoil Fort Mill’s magical season

IRMO – A record breaking and historic season for Fort Mill High School football came to a halt at the hands of the Dutch Fork Silver Foxes. Dutch Fork used a strong rushing attack to beat Fort Mill 42-14 in the second round of the 5A state playoffs. Fort Mill finished their season at 9-3 overall.

Fort Mill, SC · 1d

The State

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How to watch Gamecocks vs. Southern Cal WBB showdown. When will Trojans arrive in SC?

The spotlight of the women’s basketball world is set to shine on Greenville, South Carolina this weekend. South Carolina and Southern Cal are set to face off in the second leg of the “Real SC” series Sunday at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Both teams entered the game undefeated and ranked in the Top 5 in the latest Associated Press Top 25. Southern Cal’s team, however, was delayed in making the cross-country trip because of a rare nationwide ground stoppage Friday by the Federal Aviation Administration. Friday evening, the Trojans remained grounded in Los Angeles, according to the official Southern Cal women’s basketball team’s X account . “We will remain in Los Angeles tonight and are set to depart for Greenville (Saturday),” the Trojans team reported via social media. Southern Cal, shortly after 1 p.m. Saturday, reported through a social media post that it was leaving Los Angeles. Dawn Staley and the No. 1 Gamecocks (3-0) are coming off Thursday’s rivalry win over Clemson . Head coach Lindsay Gottlieb and the No. 3 Trojans (3-0) are coming off Tuesday’s win over College of Charleston. South Carolina is 5-0 in the all-time series vs. Southern Cal. The “Real SC” series, a two-game

Columbia, SC · 1d

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Lexington Native Turns Her Passion for Skincare Into a Business That Honors Her Mother

Lexington, SC 11/13/2026 - Adele Rose Esthetics, owned by Gabriella Wingard, is preparing to open its doors November 30th in Lexington, bringing personalized skincare services and a heartfelt story behind its name. A new skincare business is getting ready to make its home in Lexington, and behind the business is...

Lexington, SC · 1d

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Pilgrim Fellowship Hall Brings Back St. Nicholas and Bounce Houses for Lexington Kids

Pilgrim Fellowship Hall is gearing up for its annual St. Nicholas Festival on Saturday, December 5, 2026, running from 5 to 7 p.m., with a visit from St. Nicholas himself planned for 6 p.m. The event will fill the hall with a holiday market, children's crafts, inflatable bounce houses, live Christmas music, and food, all aimed at giving Lexington families a festive evening together.

Lexington, SC · 18h

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Most fall-like weekend of the season arrives, first freeze possible Sunday morning

The Midlands are experiencing one of the coldest weekends since last spring, with another round of frost and freezing temperatures expected. Saturday will bring plenty of sunshine, but temperatures will struggle to climb out of the upper 50s to near 60 degrees. The coldest temperatures of the weekend are expected...

Columbia, SC · 1d

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Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative Warns Members of Holiday Season Scams

Lexington, SC 11/14/2026 - With the holiday season approaching, Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative (MCEC) is warning members and the public to remain alert for scammers attempting to take advantage of consumers. Scammers often use the busy holiday season to target unsuspecting individuals through fraudulent phone calls, text messages and payment demands....

Lexington, SC · 1d

The State

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HS Playoffs Roundup: Dutch Fork wins big. Irmo, Ridge View, Mid-Carolina advance

Jaxon Knotts’ thumb was fine — and so was the Dutch Fork football team. The Silver Foxes (10-0) turned in a dominating performance Friday in defeating Fort Mill 42-14 in the second round of the Class 5A playoffs. Dutch Fork will host Byrnes in the third round next week. Dutch Fork (10-0) extended its home-playoff winning streak to 31 games and has won 10 games in a season for the 16th time in the last 17 years The talk leading up to the game was if Knotts, the Dutch Fork quarterback, was going to play in the game. The senior injured his right thumb in the regular-season finale on Oct. 30. Knotts stayed busy during the off week and didn’t practice again until Wednesday. Dutch Fork coach Tom Knotts, Jaxon’s father, said he even thought about going with backup QB Jacob Brown and not playing his son unless he was absolutely needed. But Jaxon pleaded with his dad to let him play. “I spent a lot of time in the training room and got all the swelling out, and it was just managing the pain,” Jaxon Knotts said. “That was something I could do. I just put a glove on

Irmo, SC · 1d

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South Carolina Scores 2028 Verbal From Distance Ace Jane Chevalier

South Carolina Scores 2028 Verbal From Distance Ace Jane Chevalier. NEW COMMIT: The University of South Carolina has landed an impressive verbal commitment for Fall 2028 from Larchmont, N.Y. native Jane Chevalier. Chevalier is one of the top distance swimmers in this class. She will join Ella Hafner in Columbia...

Columbia, SC · 1d

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Week 12 Highlights - Conway vs. Lugoff-Elgin

Who highlighted Week 12's Conway vs. Lugoff-Elgin game?. What teams were featured in the Week 12 highlights?. Why was Megan Richards' coverage notable for this game?

Conway, SC · 1d

High School On SI

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Dutch Fork Rolls Past Fort Mill. Six Takeaways from Second-Round Win.

There was plenty of ‘buzz’ on social media regarding Dutch Fork’s Class 5A second-round matchup with Fort Mill. It had less to do with the Yellow Jackets’ nick

Irmo, SC · 21h