09/12/2026
What a BIG week in Batesburg-Leesville!
This past week, we had the opportunity to be part of two great community events — National Night Out and Coffee with First Responders. We are incredibly thankful for everyone who helped make these events possible and for all who came out to spend time with us.
During National Night Out, we were especially honored to recognize Mr. Gerald Long and Mr. Otho Shealy for their military service. It was a privilege to recognize these two gentlemen, thank them for their service to our country, and celebrate their contributions to the Batesburg-Leesville community.
We would also like to thank the many organizations, businesses, and individuals who helped make National Night Out a success:
• Batesburg-Leesville High School JROTC
• Congressman Joe Wilson
• Pastor Kent Suits and Christ Community Church
• Batesburg-Leesville Fire Department
• Lexington County Sheriff's Department
• Lexington County Animal Services - LCAS
• Cayce Fire Department
• South Carolina Army National Guard
• The Freedom Foundation
• B-L Rental & Inflatables, LLC
• John Leaphart
• Carolyn Starr with Batesburg-Leesville Arts on the Ridge
The next morning, we kept the week going with Coffee with First Responders! It was another great opportunity for first responders from across our area to come together, visit with members of the community, and enjoy some coffee and conversation.
A special thank you to:
• Lexington County Sheriff's Department
• County of Lexington, SC - EMS
• Saluda County Sheriff's Office
• Saluda County EMS
• Batesburg-Leesville Fire Department
• And our wonderful host, Starbucks Coffee Company in Batesburg-Leesville, for welcoming us and helping make the morning such a success!
Events like these are about more than just getting together. They are about strengthening relationships, building partnerships, and bringing together the people and organizations who serve our community every day.
We’re sharing some of our favorite photos from both events, and we would love to see yours! If you attended National Night Out or Coffee with First Responders, tag the Batesburg-Leesville Police Department in your favorite photos so we can see and share some of your favorite moments, too!
To everyone who participated, volunteered, attended, or helped behind the scenes — THANK YOU!
We are proud to serve a community that continues to show up, support one another, and make Batesburg-Leesville a great place to call home.
