Chester News & Reporter

03/26/2025

Today's front page.

03/20/2025

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged Micheal Andre Kendrick, 32,
with Murder and Possession of a Weapon During the Commission of a Violent Crime.
On Monday, March 17, 2025, the Chester Police Department requested SLED investigate a fatal
shooting. The victim was identified as Bryan Jawann Feaster, 37, by the Chester County
Coroner’s Office. Kendrick left Chester County and was arrested on Tuesday, March 18, 2025,
by SLED in Rock Hill, SC. Additional assistance was provided by the Chester County Sheriff’s
Office and the Rock Hill Police Department.
Details can be found in the attached warrants.
Kendrick was booked into the Chester County Detention Center.
The case will be prosecuted by the 6th Circuit Solicitor’s Office

03/19/2025

03/18/2025

Latest Press release from Chester City Police Department
Shooting Incident on Steinkuhler Street
On Monday, March 17, 2025 at approximately 10:20pm, the Chester Police Department responded to a report of a gunshot victim in the 200 block of Steinkuhler Street in the city limits of Chester. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim, identified as Brian Feaster (37), who had succumbed to gunshot wounds.
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) were called to assist. A Preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was inside a residence with several other individuals. A verbal altercation ensued when another male subject drew a firearm and shot the victim.
SLED agents and Officers collected evidence at the scene, this is an open and active investigation with combined efforts between the Chester Police Department and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
We are asking if anyone has information to contact [email protected] or call (866) 472-8477
The Chester Police Department is committed to ensuring public safety and will continue to pursue justice for the victim and the community. We appreciate your cooperation and support as we address this matter. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

03/18/2025

Chester City Police, along with SLED, are actively investigating a shooting that took place in the 200 block of Steinkuhler Street.

At this time, one adult male victim was discovered deceased inside a residence.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

03/17/2025

There were no new filers for the Great Falls special election to fill the vacant mayor's seat. Two current members of Great Falls Town Council (Keevi Worthy and Willie Gonzalez) both filed as did Ashlee Kim, Jody Knight and Morris Hensley.

03/17/2025

We finished the filing period for the upcoming City of Chester election with a flurry of activity. Here are all the candidates for the four council seats being decided in May...
Ward I- Tabatha Strother (incumbent), Dennis Jackson, Stephen Matt Sanderson, Darlene Wright.
Ward II- Tatanish Campbell, Heyward Boyd (Incumbent Jamie Price did not seek a second term)
Ward III- Danielle Hughes (incumbent), Terry Foster
Ward IV- Robbie King-Boyd (Incumbent), Darren Brittain, Makeda Baker

03/16/2025

UPDATE 3/16/2025 2:25PM:

The recent incident requiring a heavy Law Enforcement response in the area of Hwy #9 and Richburg Road has been resolved.

One subject has been taken into custody.

There is no immediate danger to the public at this time.

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There is a heavy Law Enforcement Presence near the area of Hwy #9 and Richburg Road in Chester County in reference to an incident involving an assault.

Please be aware that traffic may be affected in this area until this situation is resolved.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

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03/13/2025

In case citizens were wondering, the reason why the Chester location is experiencing smoky conditions currently, the S.C. Forestry Commission is conducting a 93-acre controlled burn near the City of Chester. Check the S.C. Forestry Commission website for more details.

03/13/2025

Two more filers to report for the two upcoming local races. Present Great Falls Town Councilman Willie Gonzalez has filed to run for mayor, joining Ashlee Kim and Jody Knight on the ballot.
Present City of Chester Ward IV Councilwoman Robbie King-Boyd has filed to seek another term in office.

03/12/2025

Two new filers for the upcoming City of Chester municipal election. Heyward A Boyd, Sr. has filed to run in Ward II. Stephen Matt Sanderson has filed to run in Ward I.

03/12/2025

🚨 **PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT** 🚨

The **Fairfield County Sheriff's Office** and the **South Carolina Highway Patrol** will be conducting **safety checkpoints** throughout the day at various locations across the county.

These checkpoints are aimed at ensuring the safety of all motorists by enforcing traffic laws and identifying any potential violations. Please remember to always drive safely, wear your seatbelt, and have your driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance readily available.

We appreciate your cooperation as we work together to keep our roads safe! 🚔🚦

03/12/2025

Urgent: A new bill proposes dissolving the South Carolina High School League, impacting high school sports in South Carolina. Contact your legislators and oppose this change!

You can view the bill here: https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/bills/4163.htm