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Governors Grant Community

Governors Grant, a Chapin, SC neighborhood, is located just off Old Chapin Road near the intersection of Old Chapin and Old Cherokee Road. Governors Grant homes range in price from the low $300’s to $700’s and offer homes from 2,400 square feet to more than 6,000 square feet.

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Liberty Tap Room

Liberty Tap Room specializes in all-American food made from the freshest ingredients, like our Certified Angus Beef® burgers and steaks, fresh-baked pizzas and huge appetizers to share.

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Icehouse Amphitheater

The Icehouse Amphitheater a project focused on allowing connectivity in the downtown area from this facility to Chapin Square Park, Virginia Hylton Park, Chapin Municipal Complex and the Palmetto Collegiate Institute.

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Students participating in a civic engagement protest in Columbia

Columbia Students Engage in Civic Participation

Columbia, January 21, 2026 Recently, students from local high schools and the University of South Carolina in Columbia demonstrated their commitment to civic engagement by participating in a protest concerning the...

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Chapin Man Sentenced in Federal Gambling Conspiracy Case

Chapin SC, January 21, 2026 James O. Helms, 73, of Chapin, received five years of probation after pleading guilty to conspiracy involving an illegal gambling operation that generated significant revenue. The...

Community members discussing local governance issues.

Chapin Faces Scrutiny Over Mayor’s Alleged Misconduct and Financial Settlements

Chapin SC, January 19, 2026 The Attorney General’s office revealed that the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division could have pursued assault charges against Chapin’s mayor. This development is part of a...

Community leaders in Chapin, SC discussing governance issues

Chapin Leadership in Focus: Mayor’s Actions and Changes in Administration

Chapin, SC, January 19, 2026 Recent developments in Chapin, SC, have spotlighted the mayor’s conduct and the elimination of the town administrator role, igniting discussions on local governance and community engagement....

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South Carolina Administrative Payouts Spark Fiscal Responsibility Debate

Chapin SC, January 19, 2026 The ongoing elimination of administrative positions in South Carolina raises critical discussions about fiscal responsibility. These compensations, especially for school superintendents, have sparked concern about spending...

Residents of Chapin participating in a neighborhood watch program.

Local Vigilance: The Heart of Community Safety in Chapin

Chapin SC, January 18, 2026 Chapin thrives on the active engagement of its residents to maintain a safe community through initiatives like neighborhood watches. These grassroots efforts not only strengthen community...

CHAPIN SC SCHOOL NEWS

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Leadership Changes in Lexington-Richland School District Five

Chapin, South Carolina, October 14, 2025 News Summary The Lexington-Richland School District Five has appointed new principals for Chapin Elementary School and Dutch Fork High School. Amy Sgorrano will lead Chapin...

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Aiken Scholars Academy Named Top High School in South Carolina

Aiken, South Carolina, September 21, 2025 News Summary Aiken Scholars Academy has achieved remarkable recognition as the top high school in South Carolina, scoring 10th nationally. The academy serves a gifted...

A tense school board meeting with educators and board members.

Tensions Rise in Lexington-Richland 5 School Board After Election

Lexington, SC, August 20, 2025 News Summary Heated conflicts erupted during the latest Lexington-Richland 5 School Board meeting, stemming from controversial election results and a campaign mailer targeting teacher Mary Wood....

Classroom shelves empty of books due to bans

South Carolina Leads in Public School Book Bans

News Summary South Carolina has recently surpassed Utah as the leading state in public school book bans, totaling 22 titles removed from classrooms and libraries. This follows the South Carolina...

Teachers and students discussing diverse literature in a classroom.

Federal Lawsuit Filed Against South Carolina Education Law

News Summary A lawsuit has been filed against the South Carolina Department of Education, alleging discrimination against Black viewpoints due to a law that restricts certain educational content. The law...

Chapin Eagles football players in action during a game.

Brady Albro Shatters Records in Chapin Eagles’ Victory

News Summary In a remarkable performance, Chapin High’s senior quarterback, Brady Albro, led his team to a 62-21 victory over A.C. Flora, breaking multiple school records. Albro threw for 369...

SOUTH CAROLINA NEWS

Beautiful Mediterranean-Style Residence

Mediterranean-Style Home Listed in West Columbia

News Summary A distinctive Mediterranean-style residence with 5,700 square feet of living space is on the market for $799,990 in West Columbia’s Quail Hollow neighborhood. Set on nearly an acre,...

Buck Mickel Center Acquisition

Spinx Company Acquires Buck Mickel Center from Greenville Tech

News Summary The Spinx Company has completed the acquisition of the Buck Mickel Center from Greenville Technical College for $5.25 million. The property, covering 4.76 acres, features a multistory office...

Earth Fare Liquidation Sale

Earth Fare Announces Closure of All Locations Nationwide

News Summary Earth Fare, the natural and organic supermarket chain, will close all 50 of its stores across the U.S., including six in South Carolina. This decision follows ongoing financial...

Small Business Owners in South Carolina

Federal Shutdown Disrupts Small Businesses in South Carolina

News Summary The ongoing federal government shutdown is impacting small businesses in South Carolina, blocking approximately $11 million in loans weekly from the Small Business Administration. This has left thousands...

Future Site of Longboat Key Restaurant

Stalled Plans for New Restaurant on Longboat Key

News Summary The Columbia Restaurant Group’s project for the Buccaneer Restaurant on Longboat Key remains unstarted nearly a decade after the purchase of the site. Despite hopes for a unique...

Thee Dollhouse Lawsuit Against Atlantic Beach

Thee Dollhouse Sues Atlantic Beach Over Stricter Regulations

News Summary Thee Dollhouse, an adult entertainment venue, has filed a lawsuit against Atlantic Beach over new strict regulations that threaten its operations. The ordinance, enacted to impose high licensing...

NATIONAL/US NEWS

Support for caregivers by Procter & Gamble and Care Out Loud

Procter & Gamble Partners with Care Out Loud to Support Caregivers

News Summary Procter & Gamble has partnered with the Care Out Loud campaign to provide essential support for caregivers across America. This initiative highlights the vital role caregivers play, particularly...

Ceremony attendees at the D-Day 81st anniversary at Normandy Cemetery

Commemoration of D-Day: Honoring the Normandy Invasion

News Summary The 81st anniversary ceremony of D-Day, held at the Normandy American Cemetery, paid tribute to the sacrifices made by over 150,000 Allied troops during the invasion in 1944....

A symbolic representation of media integrity and oversight failures in a warzone context.

The BBC Documentary That Missed the Mark: A Closer Look

News Summary The BBC’s documentary titled ‘Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone’ faced backlash after being removed from iPlayer due to undisclosed familial ties of the narrator to Hamas. A...

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Amazon Web Services Launches Health AI Hub for EMEA Healthcare

News Summary Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the Health AI Hub, aimed at revolutionizing the healthcare sector in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The hub seeks to streamline...

Ecosystem showcasing biodiversity impacted by climate change.

National Geographic Unveils Study on Climate Change and Biodiversity

News Summary A newly released study by National Geographic highlights the alarming effects of climate change on biodiversity. As temperatures rise, wildlife populations are shifting habitats, resulting in altered migratory...

Los Angeles Dodgers players celebrating after their Game 2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.

Dodgers Secure Game 2 Win to Tie World Series

News Summary In a pivotal Game 2, the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1, evening the World Series at 1-1. Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered a remarkable complete game,...

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    Day started in the shadows of Ethiad with a 5-1 win then a tour of the Ethiad followed by a tour of the football Museum. Another great day.

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    We grew up a bit today, played much better posting a 299. Moved up 2 spots overall and finished 19 out of 48 teams. Next stop Monday in Darlington for day one of the Anderson Brothers Invitational. Go Eagles! 🦅

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