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Cayce Police Chief accepts new role at USC's Joseph F. Rice School of Law
The City of Cayce has announced that Chris Cowan will be stepping down from his role as Cayce Police Chief in order to accept a position on the staff at the University of Carolina's Joseph F. Rice School of Law. Having worked in law enforcement for more than 30 years, Cowan has served as the head of the Cayce Police Department since September of 2021.
"Confusion, shock and frustration": Parents frustrated after Irmo school announces delayed start
IRMO, S.C. — Parents are confused and frustrated after less than 24 hours ago, Ascent Classical Charter School announced it would not open next month as planned. The school cited a permit problem, leaving many families scrambling to find alternative options for their children. "We start in a month...
Airport High School offering free football camps for youth and moms
Believe it or not, football season is right around the corner. In an effort to get geared up for Friday Night Lights, Airport High school is offering a free football camp for area youth. The Friday Night Lights Youth Football Camp will teach participants some fundamental skills of the game....
In Our Schools: Rezoning for 2026-2027 Approved
Lexington Richland School District Five approved two potential rezoning plans to be implemented in Fall 2026. The rezoning options are based on the potential outcomes of the zero-tax rate increase bond referendum on the November ballot. Why approve two plans? Our district is attempting to address three (3) objectives: (1) convert the unique grade structure of LR5 into a traditional feeder system, (2) use the existing school campuses to accommodate the existing growth issues in Chapin, and (3) improve the safety and structural conditions of the poor-rated facilities as determined by a 3rd party architectural and engineering firm. These poor-rated facilities are located in the Dutch Fork and Irmo attendance zones.
USC battery research efforts boosted with $10M in federal funding
In a new round of funding announced by the U.S. Economic Development Administration, the University of South Carolina will receive $10.2 million for its efforts to advance battery research. The fundin...
District Five to Offer Golden Passes to Senior Citizens
IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five is delighted to announce the continuation of its Golden Passes program for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. This initiative invites senior citizens to become more involved in district-sponsored events and activities, fostering community engagement and support for the school district. Golden Pass...
New principal named for B-HE
BLYTHEWOOD — Richland School District Two has announced new principals for Bethel-Hanberry Elementary School in Blythewood. Linard McCloud will succeed Shannon Holland as principal of Bethel-Hanberry Elementary School. McCloud began his 11-year career in education as a music teacher at CDA Public Charter School, served as administrative assistant principal...
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