Local Dad/Son Kidnapping Plot Indictment + Maryland​ Horse Month

Laurel MD

03 October, 2021

3:13 PM

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Up and at 'em, Laurel! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. These are the most important things going on around Laurel today. First, today's weather: A shower and t-storm; humid. High: 79 Low: 61. Here are the top four stories in Laurel today: Klaravich Stables Inc.'s Consumer Spending made her stakes debut a winning one. She advanced past horses late and drawing away by 2 ½ lengths while under wraps in Saturday's $150,000 Selima at Laurel Park. Ridden by Victor Carrasco for trainer Chad Brown, Consumer Spending was the 2-5 favorite in a field of eight. She completed the distance in 1:43.21 over a firm All Along layout for her second consecutive win. (laurelpark.com) A father and son have been indicted in a kidnapping plot that resulted in a death. The pair allegedly stole and sold marijuana from the victim. The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Maryland said that a grand jury returned an indictment against Scott Anthony Williams, 45, of Laurel and Taeyan Raymond Williams, 26, of West Virginia, relating to the 2018 kidnapping, extortion and killing of the victim who was described as a marijuana dealer. According to the indictment, the pair had a relationship with the victim and bought marijuana from him for redistribution. They sold cocaine to him, which he allegedly then resold. (WTOP) Governor Larry Hogan has proclaimed October as Maryland Horse Month. He is highlighting the historic, recreational, therapeutic, and economic contributions made by Maryland's horse industry. In celebration of Maryland Horse Month, the Maryland Horse Industry Board (MHIB) and its industry partners are leading a targeted marketing strategy to highlight many statewide attractions, events, activities, trails, exhibits, and experiences with an equestrian connection. (Past The Wire)Mayor Craig A. Moe has proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Due to this proclamation and instructions from the mayor, the Department of Laurel Parks and Recreation has followed instructions to light up Laurel facilities in purple to show support and awareness of those suffering from Domestic Violence. (City of Laurel) Today's Laurel Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Laurel (*All events today are nearby Laurel because there are none actually in the city) Try It Out Comedy —Enjoy Stand Up Comedy and great pizza! (7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)SoulCollage Grief Support Group (via Telehealth and Virtual) — Participants will create a series of collages to commemorate lost loved ones and to visually journal the grief process. The group will meet today (Oct. 4) at the nonprofit's office in Largo, as well as via Zoom. Acknowledging that not everyone has access to this technology or may not be comfortable with it, the center suggests people call or email the office and grief professionals will work with individuals to help them find other appropriate resources if needed. (5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)Ready 2 Read Storytime for ages 0-2 — Bring your baby and join us for stories, songs and fingerplays! (10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.)Chefs Table Wine Dinner — Join Chef Sagar Bishwokarma at Smashing Grapes for a signature 5-course fine dining dinner experience paired with wine selections from our Sommelier. (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.) Laurel Patch Notebook LVFD Business Meeting: The business meeting of the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department is held on the first and third Monday of every month. (LaurelVFD.org) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: 3 Gear Games / 3 Gear Studios — 3 Gear Games Your Friendly Local Game Shop (Visit website) Add your business here Events: Wye River Upper School Virtual Speaker Series: How to Pay for School Tuition (October 7) [Webinar] Roof Replacement 101: Everything You Need to Know (October 9) Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (October 12) Autumn Festival at The Mandala School (October 30) Add your event For sale: Diamond band ring. $3200 new. Asking $2000 (Details) Add your item Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with another update. If you're into these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Alexis Goring About me: My name is Alexis A. Goring. I'm a Bowie area resident with a pulse for people, news and feature stories! I've worked as a freelance writer/editor/proofreader in the media industry for 15 years. I'm also a published author, experienced blogger, and founder of Writer at Heart Editorial Services. Visit my website for more details about me and my work. Here's the link: https://alexisagoring.jimdofree.com. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Laurel Daily? You can email me at [email protected].