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- 1Lexington County churches restore burial ground for the enslaved▼Lexington county churches restore a burial ground for the enslaved
Churches in Lexington County, South Carolina, are working to restore a historic burial ground where enslaved people were buried. According to South Carolina Public Radio, the project aims to preserve and honor the site, which had fallen into neglect. The effort reflects a broader push by local congregations to acknowledge and protect African American heritage in the region.
- 2Lexington County honors veterans with annual parade▼‘They do it so selflessly’: Lexington County honors veterans with annual parade
Lexington County, South Carolina held its annual Veterans Day parade, drawing residents downtown to honor local service members. Organizers and attendees praised veterans' sacrifice, with one participant quoted saying veterans serve 'so selflessly'. The parade featured veterans groups, marching units and community organizations, and is one of the area's regular tributes to those who served in the armed forces.
- 3Church restores cemetery where 160 enslaved people were buried▼Church restores lost cemetery where 160 enslaved people were buried in Lexington Co.
A church in Lexington County, South Carolina has restored a lost cemetery where 160 enslaved people were buried. The restoration work brings recognition to a burial ground that had been forgotten, honoring those interred there and giving the community a place to remember the history of slavery in the area.
- 4Arts Davidson County marks 60 years of arts and community▼Arts Davidson County celebrates 60 years of arts and community
Arts Davidson County is celebrating its 60th anniversary, marking six decades of supporting arts and community life in the North Carolina county. The milestone is being noted in local coverage in Lexington, highlighting the organisation's long role in promoting cultural events and creative programs for residents across the region.
- 5Fayette County judge grants probation in murder case despite recusal request▼Fayette Co. judge grants probation in murder case. She was asked to recuse herself
A Fayette County, Kentucky judge has granted probation in a murder case after being asked to recuse herself from the proceedings, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader. The ruling means the defendant avoids prison time despite a murder conviction. The recusal request suggests questions were raised about the judge's impartiality, though the outlet's reporting offers no further detail on her decision or the parties' reactions.
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Harvest Church in South Carolina's Lexington County is hosting the No Fear Tour, a touring religious event. Details about speakers, dates, and the tour's message have not been widely reported, but the church's involvement has drawn local attention through regional coverage. Readers in the area are following the event as part of ongoing faith-based programming at the congregation.
- 7America's Got Talent finalist Mike Stone to perform at Harbison Theatre●‘America’s Got Talent’ finalist Mike Stone coming to Harbison Theatre
Mike Stone, a finalist on 'America's Got Talent', is scheduled to perform at Harbison Theatre. The Lexington County Chronicle reported the announcement, giving local audiences in the Columbia, South Carolina area notice of the upcoming show. Details on the date, tickets and program have not been widely reported yet, but the booking brings a nationally recognized television talent to the Midlands venue.