Why Winter's Better In Lexington: Beat The Blues With These Local Picks

Plus, get personalized recommendations for quick winter getaways near you!

5 Places In Lexington To Have A Special Back-To-School Dinner

These family-friendly restaurants are sure to be a hit with kids and parents alike!

5 Things To Do In Lexington Before The Kids Go Back To School

Make new memories, spend time as a family and check out all that our community has to offer before the end of summer.

2021 College Aid: How Lexington Area Compares In Application Rates

See how FAFSA applications changed for Lexington area high schools.

FAFSA Completions Down In SC: How Lexington Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Lexington area high schools.

Congratulations, Allen Anderson, Gilbert High School Class Of 2021

Before this year's graduates head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Celebrate Your 2021 Graduate On Lexington Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Lexington Patch.

FAFSA Completions Down In SC: How Lexington Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Lexington area high schools.

Lexington Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The share of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been rising. Here's how it’s changed in Lexington County.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Who's Hiring? Staples, Palmetto Health, Timer Warner Cable & more

Links to new job listings posted in the past 24 hours.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Lexington One Student Attends Military Engineering Camp

Jake Cameron was one of 40 students chosen from a nationwide pool of students for a military engineering camp in Mississippi.

Back-to-School Safety Shindig Set for Sunday

The free event will feature food, rides and safety displays.

Lexington One ACT Scores Better Than State, Nation

The average composite score for Lexington One's 2013 graduating seniors is 21.9 on the ACT's 36-point scale.

Lexington High Alumni Raise $10K for Lexington One Educational Foundation

The Lexington High Class of 1978 sponsored the Come Back to Give Back event.

Fatz Cafe Hosting Free Back to School Bash Saturday

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Photos: Lexington's New River Bluff High Ready for Students

More than 1,400 students will attend Lexington's new high school, River Bluff High, this year.

How Do Lexington Schools Compare?

Lexington High Student Recognized for Playing in All-Star Tennis Match

Gilbert High Receives Outstanding High Schools That Work Award

Gilbert High received the award for their efforts to improve student achievement.

Buy School Clothes for a Midlands Kid in Need

Lexington One Class Assignment, Schedule Pick-Up Dates

Parents and students can pick up class assignments and schedules for the 2013-2014 school year on the following days.

Federal Standards: Lexington One's Grade Falls to 'B'

DHEC to Offer Free Whooping Cough Vaccine

Proof of vaccination is a new requirement for rising seventh-graders.

Lexington 2 Dropout Rates Plummet

Former Lexington Coach Heads to Florida Team

Earley resigned in March.

Lexington One School Lunch Prices to Increase

The board meets Tuesday at River Bluff High to approve the increase.

Midway Elementary Gets New Assistant Principal

The board approved the hire of a new assistant principal at its meeting Tuesday.

Lexington High English Teacher Promoted to Administrator

Jacob Nelson will serve as an assistant administrator for the 2013-2014 school year.

Lexington One Hires 2 Administrators for Meadow Glen Middle

The two new assistant administrators start at Meadow Glen Middle July 1.

Lexington One Announces Class Assignment, Schedule Pick-Up Dates

Parents and students can pick up class assignments and schedules for the 2013-2014 school year on the following days.

Lexington High Gets New Assistant Principal

Dave Seddon, currently assistant principal at Pelion High, will serve as assistant principal at Lexington High this school year.

Gilbert Primary Gets New Principal

Mylisa Apperson, currently assistant principal at Midway Elementary, will serve as principal at Gilbert Primary for the 2013-2014 school year.

Lexington Students Travel to Europe as Ambassadors

The students are taking an educational trip to four European countries with the People to People Ambassador program.

Lexington Technology Center Receives National Accreditations

The center's automotive training program received accreditation from two national organizations.

White Knoll Students Compete in SC Envirothon Competition

The competition tests students' knowledge of soils, water resources, forestry, wildlife and environmental issues.