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CHAPIN, S.C. — Many residents in the Chapin area have been expressing concern about the traffic construction happening on I-26.

They said that in the area between mile markers 82 and 97 specifically, there's not enough room for a car to pull over in an emergency.

These residents said they've seen dozens of cars pile up several times following an emergency-related accident.

One person from Prosperity said he believes something needs to be done by the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT).

"Especially with the walls they've had to build on either side of the road to keep their equipment out of the way is just a total disaster," Greg Gibbons of Newberry County said. "People don't know what speed to go; the lanes have gotten more narrow, and last year, on my way from Columbia down 26, there was something in the road that I could not get around because of the walls, and I ended up having to hit it, and I still don't know what it was. I know it wasn't another vehicle. It was something in the road, which did a lot of damage to my car, and I filed a complaint with DOT, and nothing ever came from it."

News19 brought these concerns to SCDOT, and their communications office said pull-off areas are added as space is available. SCDOT added that it regularly works closely with emergency responders to discuss any necessary changes and assists emergency responders.

"I know it's going to take a while for the construction to get finished," Gibbons said. "I just wish they would take out some of the walls so there was an emergency ramp of some sort, and if there is going to be mass construction, put up some lights or some signage to allow people time to move over instead of being all of a sudden, there we are, we have no choice."

SCDOT said the safety of their roadways is a top priority and that there are contractors on call that can respond as requested by law enforcement to remove obstructions in the work zone – for example, if they need to move a portion of the wall.

The State Highway Emergency Program (SHEP) teams manage traffic, provide assist emergency responders and help drivers experiencing mechanical problems. Drivers can call one of these teams from their cell phones by dialing *47. More information is available on the SCDOT Midlands Connection website and this page describing SCDOT emergency response protocols.

SCDOT explains the current anticipated completion date of this I-26 construction is the end of 2024.

CHAPIN, S.C. (WIS) - A set of identical quadruplets turned their tassels saying, “goodbye” to the Midlands and hello to their next chapter.

Adelle, Bonnie, Chloe, and Daphne Breedlove graduated from Spring Hill High School in Chapin on Thursday.

They may have been born identical, but their personalities are far from it.

“I’m very happy-go-lucky, I’m smiling all the time,” Chloe Breedlove said, “Then sometimes you’ll see Bonnie in the hallway and she doesn’t mean anything by it, but she’s just straight-faced.”

Flaunting their own styles as they walked across the graduation stage, the Breedloves are a long way from the days of getting called the wrong name and wearing matching outfits.

“We were all assigned different colors so that our parents could tell us apart whenever we were little,” Chloe Breedlove said. “Some of us, we’ve kept our original color-coded colors. Like, yellow is my color and I’ve always kept that, hers is purple.”

Their mom, Shelley Breedlove, has no problem telling them apart 18 years later. However, looking back she said the journey wasn’t easy.

“When we first found out I was like, ‘Oh yeah, I’m gonna be able to handle this,” Shelley Breedlove said. “There were so many bumps in the road, but they were worth it in the end.”

It turns out the quads won’t be separating just yet. All four are going to the College of Southern Maryland for at least the first two years.

Then, it’s off to pursuing careers in homeland security for Adelle and Bonnie, radiation therapy for Chloe, and veterinary medicine for Daphne.

“More than anything I want them to know that pursuing being your best person is the end goal,” Shelley said.

It’s safe to say the Breedloves have all made their mom proud.

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Located at 673 Chapin Road in Chapin, the restaurant is poised to fill a void in the local culinary scene, as described by Mallory Phillips, Marketing Assistant for the restaurant.

“Chapin has been longing for more dining options, and this is causing quite a buzz,” she said.

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The family-friendly establishment will focus on sports, outdoors, and craveable cuisine. The concept was born from Greg Middleton's fond memories of his college fraternity days. Middleton reflects, "We used to barbecue at 518 Smokehouse Lane in Winthrop, and this restaurant will recreate that welcoming atmosphere.”

The restaurant is on track for a November opening if all goes smoothly, as per Phillips. Inside, patrons can expect a spacious, open layout. Outside, a large-sized patio will overlook a pond and will provide a setting for occasional live music performances. The restaurant will also be pet-friendly, allowing patrons to bring their furry companions.

The culinary experience

The culinary direction, coined as "Tex-a-lina," promises a fusion of Texas and Carolina flavors. William Harvey, a Chapin resident and the general manager said: “We will smoke everything in-house,” adding that head chef, Kevin Schwab, brings experience from top-notch BBQ establishments in Dallas and Fort Worth, coupled with training in South Carolina smokehouses.

Harvey offers a glimpse of the menu, explaining that choices range from convenient corn ribs, sliced off the cob for ease of eating, to favorites like brisket, burgers, sandwiches, catfish, pulled pork, chicken, and ribs

“We’ll also introduce occasional specials, such as fried chicken,” said Harvey, adding that other dishes expect to attract customers include Texas Caviar — a dish comprising black-eyed peas, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and bell peppers and also the Texas Twinkie: smoked brisket, cream cheese, and bacon-wrapped jalapeno, crowned with a sweet red BBQ sauce.

518 Smokehouse anticipates accommodating 275 patrons, with ample space for guests to gather at the spacious 60-seat bar. The beverage menu will include a selection of beer, wine, and cocktails.

The quest for a mascot name

The restaurant is currently engaging the public in the task of choosing a mascot name. Among the top 10 contenders are imaginative names like Abra-Ham Lincoln, Baron Von Bacon, Edgar Allen Pork, Elvis Pigsly, and Sir Loin.

“The chosen name will receive an honorary plaque,” Phillips said, explaining that the staff is brainstorming creative ways to integrate the mascot names into the restaurant's décor.

Phillips shares an element of fun: “We're using artificial intelligence to generate pig art characters corresponding to the chosen names, like Thor the Boar, for instance.”

In the meantime, the restaurant project continues to take shape, and staffing requirements have been announced.

“We anticipate employing around 60-100 people,” said Harvey, adding that he’s looking forward to the opening. “There's immense excitement surrounding our launch. I’ve had countless conversations, and 518 Smokehouse is currently the talk of the town.”

Stefanie Kalina-Metzger is a contributing writer for SC Biz News.

CHAPIN, S.C. — It's Labor Day Weekend in the Town of Chapin, and the community is in celebration mode.

From Saturday into Monday, there are plenty of activities to enjoy, such as races, concerts, food trucks, and a parade to cap off the holiday.

"This is one of, if not the biggest Labor Day celebrations in the state, so everybody comes together to try to help the community to the best of their abilities," Chapin communication specialist Dylan Francis said.

Town officials said months of planning is what makes it possible. Boots on Beaufort Sunday night is just the prequel to the main event, Chapin's Labor Day Parade.

"Being local and everyone being out here has been awesome," said Monet Waltman, founder of River Bound Co. "It's a big family and I just love the atmosphere, the support."

Vendors along Beaufort Street stacked their goods to showcase with music and food.

Monet Waltman started a personalized hat business a couple of months ago out of her home.

Normally, she listens to the music or is in the parade. This year, she has a new perspective.

"It's different being a vendor and being on the other side, so, I really enjoy it though," Waltman said.

Heather Bird from Little Mountain loves Labor Day Weekend in Chapin.

"I've been coming here since I was 6 years old," Bird said.

She tells News 19 she's ready to see the parade turnout tomorrow with her sister.

"A small town, but a lot of people come, thousands of people come," Bird said.

"What I would say to people who think that the Midlands doesn't have much to offer, I just don't think they're looking in the right place. Chapin, while it's a small community, it's a small town, it has a lot of character, it's got wonderful people, wonderful businesses and we know how to throw down when it's time," Francis said.

For folks wanting to join the fun, the Chapin Labor Day parade starts tomorrow at 9:30 a.m.

The town of Chapin explains Lexington Avenue will be shut down, as well as Chapin Road, where the parade comes through.

"It’s just important for me to release that creativity," local artist Nicki Peeples said.

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CHAPIN, S.C. — The town of Chapin just got much more vibrant with the addition of a new mural and a new interactive art trail.

"This one is going to be all about Lake Murray. Chapin is known as the capital of Lake Murray, so I really wanted to highlight that in this mural," Nicki Peeples, a local artist, said.

Peeples is the face behind the paintbrush of Chapin's newest mural at 115 Clark Street. She began this project at the end of August and said she hopes to finish it in the next month or two.

She said she's always needed to create art.

"It's just important for me to release that creativity. For years my mom owned a cookie store and we hand decorated cookies and after that closed, I really just needed that outlet, I needed that way to express myself," Peeples said.

Peeples said each of the letters that spell out Chapin will have a unique scene inside.

The mural and the Chapin Arts Trail, which includes other murals and art forms in town, are made possible through a grant from the Central Carolina Community Foundation.

An interactive brochure and guide to the trail are available at the town hall, local art studios and the chamber of commerce.

Visitors can scan a QR code for clues to a scavenger hunt on different art plaques around town. They're entered into a prize drawing if they finish the hunt successfully.

"There's tons of research that shows that artistic presence in a community adds richness to the community. And when you think about people go visit somewhere, the things that they talked about when they come back are the things that drew them in emotionally or aesthetically, so that might be natural beauty, but very often it's things that are art things," said Crooked Creek Art League Community Arts Manager Barbara Teusink.

There's still more painting to go, but Peeples said she hopes folks come by to watch the progress and enjoy the finished product.