Photos: Center for Advanced Technical Studies Ribbon Cutting

The public attended a ribbon cutting ceremony for Lexington-Richland 5's new career and technology center.

Dutch Fork High Teacher Removed from Classroom Over Political Sign

The sign that caused complaints read, "The road to hell is paved with Democrats."

Update: Yellow Jackets Take Home Win After Five Overtimes

Final scores from Friday's games.

CrossRoads Middle Recognized for Innovative STEM Program

CrossRoads Midlde School was honored at a recent conference for its innovative technology class.

Grants Awarded to Nursery Road Faculty

Five Nursery Road Elementary School educators received grants to fund reading, math and history programs.

Eleven District 5 Teachers Win Grants for 'Bright Ideas'

Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative awarded grants to 11 teachers in Lexington-Richland 5 for their classroom projects.

Bids Approved for Irmo, Dutch Fork High Projects

Lexington-Richland 5 school board votes to award bids on first and second phases of Dutch Fork and Irmo high school projects.

Letter: District 5 Candidate on Bid for School Board

Robert Gantt, current Lexington-Richland 5 board chairman, is seeking another term representing the Richland County side of the district.

Irmo, Dutch Fork Construction Bids Up for Approval

Lexington-Richland 5 board will meet for a regular meeting Monday night.

Update: Irmo, Dutch Fork & Chapin Beat Opponents

Final scores for District 5 football teams

Update: Final High School Football Scores

Final scores from Irmo, Dutch Fork and Chapin high schools.

Irmo High's Darius Wright, Ben Hinson Named Shrine Bowl Players

The Shrine Bowl roster of South Carolina's top players were recently announced. Players will take the field on Dec. 15.

Two Oak Pointe Students Win Fire Safety Poster Contest

Fifth-grade students Hannah Bewley and Meredith Barbee win this year's Fire Safety Poster Contest sponsored by the Columbia Fire Department.

Community Input Sought on Magnet School Concept

Lexington-Richland 5 is looking for input on a plan for magnet school expansion in the district.

School Board Hears Update on District's Vision 2015 Plan

The District 5 board of trustees receives an update on current and proposed projects.

School Board Candidates Meet for Second Public Forum

The second of three forums sponsored by District 5's Teacher Forum and School Improvement Councils will be held today for the public to hear from school board candidates.

District 5 Foundation Hosts Second Community Celebration

The community celebration will be held Thursday at the River Center at Saluda Shoals Park.

Photos: Irmo Elementary School Rededication Ceremony

Irmo Elementary School held a ribbon cutting ceremony Sunday for the recently renovated facility.

Irmo Elementary Rededication Ceremony Held Sunday

The public is invited to attend a rededication ceremony at Irmo Elementary School at 3 p.m.

Update: Final High School Football Scores

Irmo, Dutch Fork win against Ridge View and South Aiken, respectively; Chapin falls to AC Flora

School Board Candidates Talk Division, Technology & Facilities

The Lexington-Richland 5 Teacher Forum and School Improvement Councils organized a public forum for the community to hear from school board candidates on various topics.

District 5 Candidate Forum Held Today

The first of three forums for six candidates running for Lexington-Richland 5 school board will be held today at 6:30 p.m.

Melissa Cole, Candidate for Lexington-Richland 5 Board of Trustees

Melissa Cole is running for the Richland County seat on the Lexington-Richland 5 school board in November.

Beth Watson, Candidate for Lexington-Richland 5 Board of Trustees

Beth Watson, a current Lexington-Richland 5 board member, is one of six candidates running for the school board.

Photos: Walk to School Day at Leaphart Elementary

International Walk to School Day encourages safer routes for walking and bicycling, and emphasizes physical activity, pedestrian safety and conservation.

13 District 5 Schools Participating in Walk to School Event Wednesday

More than 170 schools and 53,000 students, parents and educators will participate in International Walk to School Day events on Wednesday.

Dutch Fork Student Named Young Entrepreneur of the Year

A Dutch Fork High School senior has been recognized as the Young Entrepreneur of the Year for starting a shoe company for women and girls.

Four District 5 Seniors Named Semifinalists in National Achievement Competition

The National Achievement Scholarship Program, which recognizes promising black students, is part of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

Update: Irmo Falls to Dutch Fork, Chapin Wins

Final scores from high school football games.

Three Teachers Need Your Votes in Sonic Drive-In Contest

Three teachers in Lexington-Richland 5 are vying to win Limeades for Learning, a five-week contest, that could help to fund a project for their respective classrooms.

Lexington-Richland 5 Candidate Forums Set for October

The Lexington-Richland 5 Teacher Forum and School Improvement Councils have organized three non-partisan public forums in October.

In Brief: District 5 Board Hears Construction, Financial Updates

A summary of discussions held during Lexington-Richland 5's regular meeting Monday.

District 5 Meets Today

Lexington-Richland 5's Board of Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. for a regular meeting at Oak Pointe Elementary School.

Lexington-Richland 5 Regular Board Meeting

High School Football Preview: Dutch Fork vs Goose Creek

Dutch Fork plays at home at 7:30 p.m. tonight.

School News: Leaphart Elementary School

Grits for Grandparents a success at Leaphart Elementary School.

Yellow Jackets Come Back to Win Against Wildcats

Irmo High School wins its first game of the season against Lexington High School.

Update: Chapin, Dutch Fork Fall

Irmo, Chapin high schools play at home while Dutch Fork High School travels away for Friday night football.

15 Seniors Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

Lexington-Richland 5 announced the names of students listed as semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program.

School News: Nursery Road Elementary School

See what's happening at Nursery Road Elementary School.