Lexington County narcotics agents have made a significant arrest following the execution of a search warrant at a Leesville residence, resulting in the seizure of a substantial amount of methamphetamine, marijuana, cash, and firearms. Arromus Abney, 33, faces charges of trafficking methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, and possessionContinue Reading
In a chilling turn of events, Lexington County has been rattled by the arrest of a man and a woman in connection with two separate fatal shootings late last year. Allon Triante Adams, 22, and Cady Elise Keener, 19, now face charges including two counts of murder, armed robbery, criminalContinue Reading
For almost a decade, the Lexington County Blowfish and Old Mill Brewpub have collaboratively hosted the Lexington County Chili Cookout, an event designed to delight chili enthusiasts while supporting charitable causes. The Lexington County Chili Cookout invites attendees to sample a variety of chili recipes presented by over 25 cookContinue Reading
In a recent court decision, 22-year-old Daniel Taylor Jones of Lexington County has been convicted and sentenced to forty (40) years without parole for the murder of Barry Joe Chavis, Jr., on March 27, 2020, at 3630 Fish Hatchery Road in the Gaston area of Lexington County. The verdict wasContinue Reading
Chief Terrence Green proudly announces that the Lexington Police Department is now accepting applications for the upcoming Citizen’s Police Academy. The Citizen’s Police Academy is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, and will convene on Tuesday evenings for a nine-week duration, with a brief hiatus for spring break.Continue Reading
In a unanimous decision during their meeting on January 16, the Lexington County Council has reelected Beth Carrigg and Darrell Hudson to continue their roles as Chairwoman and Vice Chairman, respectively, for the upcoming year. Beth Carrigg, representing Council District 7, which includes the Seven Oaks area and parts ofContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Lexington County Council has canceled an agreement that goes back some 40 years to maintain roads and drainage in municipalities within the county. That action, taken at the Dec. 6 council meeting, could pose hardships on municipalities that do not have the resources to address problems LexingtonContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Lexington County Council received feedback during a public hearing at the Dec.5 council meeting on new regulations designed to control continued growth in Lexington County. The new “concurrency requirements” will require any new development to undergo a review by the county staff to determine that the planContinue Reading
Lexington County deputies have filed charges against a Leesville man in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred earlier this month. Jesse Lou Gregory, 34, faces multiple charges, including murder, grand larceny, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and circumventing an electronic monitoring device, as indicated by theContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The “Golden Peanut” remains in Lexington for another year. Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon repeated as champion of the Boiled Peanut Eating contest held Oct. 11 at the South Carolina State Fair. The contest was held by the Coastal Plain League champion Lexington County Blowfish. KoonContinue Reading
Chief Terrence Green is excited to announce our annual Lexington Police Department Foundation Fall Festival, which will be held on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Icehouse Amphitheater and Pavilion at 107 West Main Street in Lexington. The LPD Foundation Fall Festival is funContinue Reading