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Arrest Report for December 1
Editor's Note: The following information is compiled from arrests records from the Laurens Police Department, Clinton Police Department, Laurens County Sheriff's Office and the Johnson Detention Center. This information is presented with no intent of guilt or innocence. Jerrenee Wideman – Greenwood. -Driving under suspension, license suspended for DUI...
Upstate wanted fugitive apprehended at North Charleston motel
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A fugitive wanted out of the Upstate was apprehended this week while at a North Charleston motel. Brandon Tyler Turner, 24, was captured by officers from the North Charleston Police Department’s Intelligence Led Policing Unit on Wednesday off Dorchester Road. Turner, who was considered to be armed and dangerous, was […]
City of Clinton Christmas Parade moved to December 16
Due to inclement weather, the City of Clinton has rescheduled their annual Christmas Parade to Saturday, December 16 at 9 a.m. Immediately following the Clinton Christmas Parade, will be the Whitten Center Parade. The application deadline to be in the parade has been extended to December 11 at 5 p.m.
Arrest Report for November 30
Editor's Note: The following information is compiled from arrests records from the Laurens Police Department, Clinton Police Department, Laurens County Sheriff's Office and the Johnson Detention Center. This information is presented with no intent of guilt or innocence. James Burdette – St. Augustine, FL. -Breach of peace, nonaggravated in...
Alleged Laurens County Gang Member Arrested in North Charleston
A suspected violent gang member, Brandon Turner, is now in custody after days of search. Arrested in North Charleston, Turner, considered armed and dangerous, faces multiple charges including firearm possession by a convicted felon. Additional charges are expected following a probation violation.
Suspect in Laurens faces multiple charges for alleged drug crimes
LAURENS, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Laurens Police Department announced that a man was recently taken into custody following a drug investigation that involved multiple agencies. Officers said 47-year-old Mario Williams was recently taken into custody and charged with six counts of distribution of crack cocaine 3rd or subsequent offense,...
Savor the Orient: Top 3 Chinese Restaurants in Greenwood You Must Visit
In this article, we're exploring three exceptional Chinese restaurants located in Greenwood. Have you had the chance to dine in any of these yet? If you have, we'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments section below!
Celebrating Community and Culture: The Impact of Local Festivals
The Annual Cross Hill Market Festival is a beacon of local culture, bringing together arts, crafts, food, and music in a celebration that strengthens community bonds. Echoing the values of community-centric events like the EDENS Impact and Trenholm Plaza's holiday event, the festival is a testament to the power of gatherings in creating a 'living room' for public engagement. Although details from the Cross Hill Market Festival are not explicitly mentioned, its ethos of unity and cultural promotion is undeniably aligned with the community-oriented objectives of similar events.
A Deadly Drug = Prison
Laurens, S.C.; November 28, 2023 – A Laurens man is headed to prison after pleading guilty Monday to charges stemming from the distribution of at least a quarter million dollars of blue pills over the past six months, 8th Circuit Solicitor David M. Stumbo announced Tuesday. Blake Francis Hess,...
Today the gas price is close to $2.89 in Cross Hill as of 2023-11-30. Find the available station near you.
Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Thursday is $3.246, a week ago the price is $3.268 , according to AAA.
LCWSC set to rehab aging sewer lines near former Whitten Center property
The Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission is going to issue $3.9 Million in bonds to repay a loan from the federal government to re-hab aging sewer lines near Clinton. The project will allow development of 800 acres of former Whitten Center property - a portion potentially to a large-acre-lots subdivision and other land, on the other side of I-26, to a massive industrial park.
Coroner: Pregnant South Carolina woman killed in accidental shooting; deputies arrest gunman
Download the WJCL App for breaking news alerts: Apple | Google Play. A young pregnant South Carolina woman has been identified as the victim of an accidental shooting. Laurens County Deputy Coroner Bill Williams identified the victim as Marlene "Grace" Ables, 24, of Laurens. Williams said Ables was six to...
New Home Needed: Meet the Latest Adorable Puppies Up for Adoption in clinton, SC
Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around clinton.
Gov. De Santis will campaign here
Ron DeSantis Bringing Presidential Campaign to Dempsey’s Pizza in Clinton. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a prominent figure in the Republican Party and presidential candidate, is headed back to South Carolina, and will be making a stop in Laurens County on December 1st. The visit to Dempsey’s Pizza in Clinton is part of a full-day itinerary that includes stops in Greer, Prosperity, and Charleston, showcasing DeSantis’s commitment to engaging with voters across the state.
Stray Dogs Identified as Culprits in Pygmy Goat Killings: Laurens Police Department Investigation
• Three pygmy goats owned by the Hastings family in Laurens were killed by stray dogs. • The Laurens Police Department conducted an extensive investigation, including exhumation and necropsies, to determine the cause of death.
Christmas Parade Lineup w-3 attachments
The 2023 State Champion Baseball Team from Clinton High School will be Grand Marshals for this Saturday morning's (9am) Christmas Parade. The Whitten Center Parade will immediately follow (10am). The Tree Lighting is tonight (Nov. 30, 6 pm) and there will be a Mingle Jingle in Uptown Clinton on Dec....
'Extensive' investigation reveals how 3 goats were killed in Laurens, South Carolina
LAURENS, S.C. — Police in Laurens, South Carolina, said they have determined three goats killed last week were killed by a pack of three stray dogs. Laurens Police Department posted the update on Facebook. The goats were killed last week on South Harper Street. At the beginning of the...
City Council will consider moving DSS into "city hall"
Having its 3rd meeting in 8 days, Clinton City Council will consider on Monday settling its portion of a lawsuit among member-cities of PMPA and signing a Memorandum of Understanding with Laurens County to move the Department of Social Services into the Bailey Municipal Center. Clinton has space in what...