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Pecan Pie Season Starts At These Four South Carolina Roadside Farm Markets

When the air turns cool in South Carolina, a lot of folks start thinking about one thing: pecan pie. Some of the best slices in the state come from small roadside markets, not fancy bakeries. These family stands and country stores have been feeding locals and road-trippers for years. Here...

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SC Department of Education said its Black history calendar doesn’t contradict recent anti-DEI policies

As a legal battle plays out over Black history curriculum bans in schools, the S.C. Department of Education unveiled its 2027 African American History Calendar at the historically Black, Brookland Baptist Church in West Columbia late last month. The purpose of the calendar, first issued in 1989 and produced every year since, is to highlight lesser known African Americans from South Carolina who’ve made positive contributions to state and national history. In recent years, under state Superintendent Ellen Weaver, the department has enforced several policies that hinder the teaching of Black his...

South Carolina · 3d

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Two District Five teachers appointed to state task force

Educators will help support statewide efforts addressing reading disorders. Two School District Five educators have been selected to serve on the state’s Learning Disorders Task Force, which works with the South Carolina Department of Education on issues related to reading disorders. Emily McLain, a special education teacher at Piney...

South Carolina · 2d

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Floatopia Flea Market Returns to Lexington for a Day of Shopping and Community Fun

Lexington SC, 11/12/2026 - Bargain hunters, vintage shoppers and local treasure seekers are invited to spend Saturday, November 14, at the Floatopia Flea Market in Lexington. Hosted by local nonprofit Top Tier LexiCo / Floatopia, the event will run from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 5599 Sunset Boulevard in Lexington.

Lexington, SC · 23h

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O’Neal helps Keenan tame Bulldogs

Keenan’s Hunter O’Neal ran for 289 yards and two touchdowns on 36 carries to lead the Raiders to a 30-21 win over the visiting Newberry Bulldogs in the first round of the Class 2A playoffs Friday, November 6. O’Neal also converted three two-point attempts. “Of course, we...

Columbia, SC · 1d

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Annual Snowball Festival Brings Holiday Cheer to the Icehouse Amphitheater

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) -Holiday cheer is headed to Lexington as Icehouse Amphitheater welcomes the community to its annual Snowball Festival. The festivities begin with a Christmas craft fair featuring about 66 vendors from 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 3-6. Families can enjoy photos with Santa, hot cocoa and a tree-lighting...

Lexington, SC · 2d

The State

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A look at where Midlands athletes are headed in Class of 2027 fall signing period

Wednesday was the first day of the fall signing period for high school athletes across the country. The signing period will run through Nov. 18, with Class of 2027 athletes from all sports, except football, able to sign letters of intent with their future colleges. The early football signing period will be from Dec. 2-4. Here is a list of Midlands players who signed — or will sign — during the period. The list will be updated throughout the signing period. Baseball Colt Babic (Hammonnd/College of Charleston) Mac Berry (Chapin/Wofford) Rohan Bremmer (AC Flora/North Greenville) Rylan Bullis (Airport/Presbyterian) Reidar Carlson (Lexington/College of Charleston) Graham Coleman (Lexington/USC Aiken) Cooper Derrick (Chapin/North Greenville) Brayden Dunlap (Airport/Coker) Brewer Haggard (Chapin/Lander) Dylan Hernandez (AC Flora/College of Charleston) Worth Lundy (Hammond/Presbyterian) Sam Painter (Hammond/USC Lancaster) Zak Perry (Gray Collegiate/North Greenville) Joe Ray (AC Flora/Newberry) Bowman Rummel (Blythewood/Francis Marion) Christian Spivey (Lexington/South Carolina) Logan Sproles (Gray Collegiate/Catawba Valley CC) Charlie Todd (Chapin/Anderson) Basketball Aneya Britt (Gray Collegiate/Presbyterian) Evie Godfrey (River Bluff/North Greenville) Harmony Jefferson (Camden/Lander) Jillian Rush (Camden/Claflin) DJ Wylie (Ridge View/Wofford) Shanaryah Wright (Camden/Converse) Cross Country/Track Reily Campbell (Hammond/Lees-McRae) Megan Joye (Hammond/Creighton) Henry McKenna (Lexington/Point Park) Jada Metz (Lexington/Anderson) Eliza Kate Rikard (Gray Collegiate/Anderson) Ryann

Lexington, SC · 2d

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El Charro Bringing Another Mexican Restaurant to West Columbia Along Platt Springs Road

West Columbia, SC 11/12/2026 - West Columbia residents will soon have another dining option as El Charro Mexican Restaurant prepares to expand its presence in the Midlands with a new location along Platt Springs Road. The restaurant recently announced plans to open at 3313 Platt Springs Road in West Columbia,...

West Columbia, SC · 1d

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Dr. Jacqueline Betancourt Receives the 2026 Community Impact Award

Dr. Jacqueline Betancourt, Senior Community Health Worker with the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center’s SHIELD Program, has been selected to receive the 2026 Community Impact Award from Limitless Community Development. The award will be presented during the organization’s Annual Snow Ball Gala on Friday, December 11, 2026 at the M Garden.

Newberry County, SC · 5d

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Explore Lexington's Darker Past During Free Murders and Mysteries Walking Tour

Lexington, SC 11/12/2026 - History lovers and those fascinated by true crime will have an opportunity to explore a darker chapter of Lexington's past during the Lexington Murders and Mysteries Walking Tour on Friday, November 13, 2026. Hosted by the Lexington County Museum, this free guided walking tour will take...

Lexington, SC · 1d

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TOWN OF LEXINGTON SEEKS RESIDENT FEEDBACK ON FUTURE TREE PLANTING AND CANOPY

Lexington, SC 11/11/2026 - The Town of Lexington is inviting residents to share their opinions on the future of the community's tree canopy as town officials look at opportunities to expand and improve tree coverage throughout the area. Residents are being asked whether they would like to see the town...

Lexington, SC · 1d

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Lexington One Seeks Community Input on Future School Facility Plans

Lexington, SC 11/12/2026 - Lexington County School District One is inviting parents, guardians, employees and community members to take part in a series of upcoming public meetings focused on the district’s long-term facility planning efforts. The Facilities Planning Feedback Meetings will give residents an opportunity to learn more about...

Lexington County, SC · 1d

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Art Under the Oaks Holiday Market Brings Local Vendors, Handmade Gifts and Holiday Cheer November 14, 2026

The family-friendly event will take place from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., offering free admission and an opportunity to shop with local businesses, artisans, crafters, bakers and creative makers. Visitors can browse an assortment of handcrafted artwork, specialty products, unique gifts and one-of-a-kind items while enjoying delicious food in a...

Lexington, SC · 22h