Local News
Randy “Steam” Stevens Celebration Of Life May 18th
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Randy Stevens’ Celebration of Life will be held at 2pm on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at the gymnasium at Laurens District 55 High School, 5058 US-76, Laurens, SC 29360. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the South Carolina Patriot Guard Riders (https://patriotguard.org/tribute/) or… Read More »
Moncks Corner Man Arrested In Laurens For A Series Of Armed Robberies
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
A series of armed robberies across two counties culminated in the swift capture of the suspect yesterday, thanks to the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies across multiple jurisdictions. The suspect has been identified as 21-year-old Kylique Zyquan Lyonel Alston of Moncks Corner, SC. Alston is believed to be connected to two additional Armed Robberies… Read More »
Shirley Jenkins Park Dedication May 16th
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
The City of Clinton Invites you to Celebrate the dedication of the Shirley Jenkins Park May 16th. The Ribbon Cutting will be at 4pm on Oak Street. A Bouncy House, Popcorn, Cupcakes and Other Snacks will be provided to the kids. Come out and Support.
Laurens Man Arrested For Public Disorderly Conduct
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
A Laurens man walking around with a sharpened hacksaw with death painted on it was recently arrested and charged with Public Disorderly Conduct. 32-year-old, Gary Lee Chandler, Jr, of Highway 221 North, was arrested for the alleged charge May 11th. According to a report, on May 11th, Chandler was allegedly disorderly in that he was… Read More »
LCSO Seeking Info Related To Shooting Death Of Teen At Ware Shoals Dragway
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information relating to the May 11th shooting that occurred at the Ware Shoals Dragway and resulted in the death of 17 year old Calvin Lamont Parker Jr. Investigators are asking for videos taken shortly before, during, and after the incident which happened at approximately 7:45PM. Even if the… Read More »
Columbia Man Accused Of Firing Handgun At Victim
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
A Columbia man was arrested by the Clinton Police Department over the weekend for Assault and Battery Of High And Aggravated Nature, Breach of Peace High and Aggravated, Possession of a Stolen Pistol, and Possession of a weapon during a violent crime. 42-year-old, Marques Delafayette Walker, of Bentley Drive, Columbia, was arrested for the alleged… Read More »
Laurens Man Behind Bars For Domestic Violence
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
The Laurens Police Department recently arrested a Laurens man for Domestic Violence 2nd Degree. Friday, Police arrested 37-year-old, Korey Nathaniel Workman, of Leopard Street for the alleged charge. According to the arrest warrant, on May 10th, Workman allegedly assaulted the victim by grabbing her arms and shoving her towards the door of the house. The… Read More »
Woman Accused Of Shoplifting Over $2,000 Of Merchandise
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
A Laurens woman is behind bars this morning accused of Shoplifting over $2,000 of merchandise. 41-year-old, Katie Marie Obrien, of Truman Street, was arrested Saturday by the Laurens Police Department for the alleged charge. According to the arrest warrant report, on May 11th, Obrien shoplifted $2,450 by attempting to steal merchandise and advised she was… Read More »
Laurens County Council Passed Second Reading On County General Budget
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
At the Laurens County Council Meeting last night, council passed on second reading the county general budget, which consists of an allowable tax index of 5.48%., victims assistance for the amount of $150.241, solid waste management fee: residential household fee of $65 per year for each residence, apartment or rental unit, manufactured home or any… Read More »
Laurens CPW Received $4 Million For Grant Program
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
At last night’s Commission of Public Works Meeting, it was announced that the commission received four million dollars as a part of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization Grant Program.
WLBG Long Time Radio Host Randy ‘Steam’ Stevens Dies In Friday Morning Crash
Monday, May 13, 2024
WLBG’s morning show host, Randy Stevens died last Friday morning following a wreck on his motorcycle. At about 4:40 am Friday, while on his way to work at WLBG from his home south of Whitmire, Randy was turning his motorcycle from Highway 176 to Church Street in Whitmire when his motorcycle collided head-on with a… Read More »
Teen Shot To Death At Best Of Both Worlds Car And Bike Show
Monday, May 13, 2024
A teen from Greenwood was identified as the victim in a shooting death Saturday at the Ware Shoals Drag way. Laurens County Chief Deputy Coroner in a release that 17-year-old Calvin Lamont Parker Jr., of Greenwood, died from a gunshot wound. An autopsy is scheduled for Monday morning. Saturday at the Ware Shoals Drag way… Read More »
SWAT Team Locate Man Responsible For A 2022 Shooting
Monday, May 13, 2024
On August 22, 2022 deputies responded to a shooting on Brandwood Lane in Laurens. Shots were fired outside of a residence, again when the homeowner went outside of the residence, and a third time at the homeowner’s vehicle when he and his family fled the residence. Evidence obtained and information gathered at the scene led… Read More »
Laurens Library Goes Buggy!
Monday, May 13, 2024
Children aged 6-10 go buggy at the Laurens Library on May 20th at 4pm when they create Kooky Crawly Caterpillars from construction paper. Use colors and patterns inspired by real insect species or go wild and make something that exists only in your imagination. This program is free and open to the public. For more… Read More »
Raiders Host Catawba Ridge Tomorrow and It Will NOT be Broadcast
Friday, May 10, 2024
Friday night the Catawba Ridge Copperheads defeated Greenwood 12-2 in 5 innings at Catawba Ridge. The Raiders will now host Catawba Ridge at 6:00 pm Saturday and if the Raiders win, they move on to the Upper State Playoffs which I believe will now start Tuesday (5-14). Should the Raiders loose, they must play Catawba… Read More »
3 Car Collision Left One Person Dead
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
A 3-car collision yesterday morning around 8am on Winding Hollow and Green pond Rd in Ft Inn left one person dead, according to the Laurens County Chief Deputy Coroner. The Coroner identified the passenger of one of the cars as Harley Chester 31-year-old female from Simpsonville died at the scene. Laurens County Sheriff office will… Read More »
Clinton Man Accused Of Domestic Violence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
The Clinton Police Department arrested a Clinton man accused of Domestic Violence 3rd Degree. 20-year-old, Tykavious Kenshavious Jones, of Peachtree Street, was arrested for the alleged charge. According to a report, on May 4th, Jones was allegedly chasing the victim down the street and striking her in the face with a closed fist. This offense… Read More »
Newly Hired Employee Arrested For Unlawful Conduct Toward A Child
Monday, May 6, 2024
On May 1, 2024, officers with the Laurens Police Department received a report of an alleged incident of child abuse at the Tender Loving and Care Child Development Center (TLC) located at 1405 West Main Street within the city limits of Laurens. After an investigation revealed video evidence substantiating the allegations of abuse, an arrest… Read More »
Pooch Parade May 17th
Friday, May 3, 2024
Some very well dressed dogs are heading for downtown Laurens. The Pooch Parade is a joint project of Main Street Laurens and the Laurens County Humane Society. Dogs of all shapes and sizes will be decked out in their fanciest or silliest or strangest attire as they parade around the Square in Laurens at 6:00pm… Read More »
Woman Accused Of Hitting A Man With A Metal Pipe
Friday, May 3, 2024
Domestic Violence 1st Degree is an alleged charge a Laurens woman is facing. 38-year-old, Jamie Leigh Rhodes, was arrested by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office for the alleged charge on Monday. According to the arrest warrant report, Monday, Rhodes allegedly struck the male victim with a metal pipe on his head causing a laceration with… Read More »