Candidate Profile: Sen. Ronnie Cromer, S.C. Senate District 18

Incumbent seeks to hold seat amid challenge by three foes intent on his job.

Candidate Profile: Kara Gormley Meador, S.C. Senate District 18

Meador, a former popular TV journalist, is one of three GOP challengers vying for the seat of incumbent Sen. Ronnie Cromer.

Candidate Profile: Phil Perry, House District 39

Phil Perry, a Clemson Extension agent, faces two challengers for the Republican nomination for the S.C. House District 39 seat.

Candidate Profile: Jim Wiszowaty, House District 39

Jim Wiszowaty, mayor of Batesburg-Leesville, faces two challengers for the Republican nomination for the S.C. House District 39 seat.

Candidate Profile: Ralph Kennedy, House District 39

Ralph Kennedy, an attorney in Batesburg-Leesville, faces two challengers for the Republican nomination for the House District 39 seat.

Lexington County Coroner's Race Gets Personal

Republican primary contest between incumbent Harry Harman and Frank Barron III has gotten edgy and more than a little testy.

White Knoll Middle Principal Presented With Sheriff's Award

Sheriff James Metts recognized retiring White Knoll Middle Principal Nancy Turner for her support of law enforcement.

Candidate Profile: Jim Eckstrom

Lexington County Treasurer Jim Eckstrom is facing a June 12 primary challenge from fell Republican Bill Banning, Sr.

Money for Firefighters, Deputies Divides Council

Some Lexington County Council members see a small tax increase as warranted, while others want to hold the line.

No GOP Court Fight for Shealy

State party chairman says the GOP has no plans to wage a legal battle to get Katrina Shealy on June 12 primary ballot.

Chaos Creates Bumper Crop of Petition Candidates

The ballot imbroglio that has caused more than 180 candidates to be booted from party primaries is particularly acute in Lexington County.

Katrina Shealy Denied Ballot Slot

State Election Commission says it has no authority to add Shealy to June 12 party primary ballot.

It's (Back) On: Shealy vs. Knotts -- Maybe

In a contentious hearing Wednesday night, the SCGOP moved to recertify Katrina Shealy for the June Republican primary for Senate Seat 23 -- but now Lexington election officials must approve it.

Photos: Lexington Square Park Set to Open

The town's newest park will open Thursday, with an official dedication of a law-enforcement memorial.

State GOP to Hear Ballot Protests

Five Republican candidates from across the state will undergo hearings today to determine if they have a right to be on the ballot for upcoming races.

Lexington Wine Walk Tix Going Fast

Want to attend Lexington's primo vino fest this weekend? If you don't already have tickets, you'd better get them -- today.

County May Avoid Tax Increase

As Lexington County Council begins budget deliberations, county administrator Joe Mergo unveils his preliminary spending plan for next fiscal year.

Town Council Adopts Ambitious 'Vision Plan'

Document charts a long-term and ambitious course for Lexington to follow.

Lexington GOPer's Resign After Ballot Debacle

Three members of the Lexington County GOP executive committee call it quits in protest, as the fallout continues from last week's state Supreme Court decision.

Work Commences on Beautifying Town Corridors

Creating "front porches" at key points into town is designed to make Lexington more inviting and appealing.

14 Left Off Ballot in Lexington County

13 Republicans and one Democrat have been removed from June 12 party primary ballots.

Day of Reckoning for Lexington, Richland Candidates

Today voters will learn who will be on and off next month's party primary ballots.

Primary Candidates' Fates Hang in the Balance

After hearing arguments Tuesday, the state Supreme Court is now considering a lawsuit that could drastically alter political races across South Carolina.

Local Ballot Lawsuit Now Rippling Statewide

Lexington suit that suddenly threatens the races of dozens of state and local candidates across South Carolina goes before the state Supreme Court on Tuesday.

School Districts to Share Industrial Park Taxes

Tax revenues would be split among county's five school districts

New Signals May Ease Traffic Jams

Lexington town leaders hope to install special traffic lights with sensors that adapt to traffic flow.

New Political Boundaries Bring Changes

In local towns such as Gilbert, voters will face unfamiliar names on ballots as changes in congressional and legislative boundaries take effect.

Lawsuits Put Local House Ballots in Question

The suits' outcome could mean that several names could be removed from ballots in Lexington County House races in June primary.

Metts Lauds Reserve Deputies

The volunteer officers saved county taxpayers more than $80,000 in the first quarter of 2012.

Tea Party Takes Aim at County Council

Party members will seek to oust incumbents in upcoming June primary.

Photos: New Lexington Park Taking Shape

Downtown "Lexington Square" could be ready for use before the end of May.

County's Budget May Tighten

With budget deliberations set to begin soon, Lexington County leaders will wrestle with spending requests that outweigh projected revenues in the coming fiscal year.

Photos: Sixth Annual Lexington Cleanup A Success

More than 80 residents took part in the March 31 event.

Bid for District 18 Seat a Three-Way Race

Former WIS anchor Kara Gormley Meador files to run in the race to unseat incumbent Sen. Ronnie Cromer.

Lexington County Treasurer Race Gets Interesting

County Council chairman Bill Banning will challenge incumbent Jim Eckstrom in Republican primary.

Will SC Soon Approve Silver and Gold Currency?

Lexington Rep. Rick Quinn wants to make the precious metals legal tender in South Carolina — and the support is spreading.

Town Council Envisions the Future

Lexington's leaders' planning retreat attempts to chart a path for the town for years to come.

Knotts Seeks Vets Designation on Drivers Licenses

The bill that the Lexington senator is sponsoring would make South Carolina the ninth state to offer such special licenses for military veterans.

YMCA Ponders Lexington Facility

YMCA leaders hope to open a facility in a few years.

Wilson Files for Re-Election

Congressman makes it official Friday at state Republican headquarters.