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Lexington ranked second-best place to call home in SC
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WIS) - The town of Lexington was rated the second best place to call home in the Palmetto State, according to data from USA Today Homefront. Using 16 different quality-of-life metrics, USA Today Homefront gathered data on 26 cities across South Carolina to rank their livability and appeal. These factors include walkability, crime, school district rating, unemployment risk, median income, rent burden and more.
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Lexington Medical Center has been recognized for its success as a high performing hospital providing excellent care to patients in underserved communities. The list of “Best Regional Hospitals for Equitable Access” was revealed at an exclusive event, “The State of Equity in America,” held by U. S. News & World Report.
Adecco branch hosts grand opening in West Columbia
Adecco, a provider of workforce solutions in the US, opened it's newest branch office in West Columbia on Tuesday. West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles and President of the Greater West Columbia Chamber, Tim James, were in attendance. The goal of Adecco is to collaborate with local organizations and job seekers...
Eighth annual Taste on the River raises funds to beautify West Columbia
A lively crowd gathered Tuesday evening at West Columbia’s Stone River for the eighth annual Taste on the River. The event is the largest yearly fundraiser for the West Columbia Beautification Foundation. This year’s 230 attendees enjoyed small bites from 13 restaurants across Columbia and West Columbia. Participating businesses...
Lexington native serves with U.S. Navy in Guam
Lt. Jesse Williams, a native of Lexington, South Carolina, is serving in the U.S. Navy at Naval Base Guam. Williams graduated from Lexington High School in 2012. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Lexington. “I learned people skills growing up...
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