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Parker gets 42 years for drive-by shooting Parker and four others had Sherwin "Tank" Parker was sentenced Monday to 42 years in the state penitentiary for his part in the drive-by shooting death of a bystander outside of an Alma nightclub in 2004. The former Jackson High School start football player was found guilty of manslaughter in the ... More ...
By Jim Cox SA Publisher A retirement reception was held for Clarke County Circuit Clerk Wayne Brunson in the main courtroom of the Clarke County Courthouse in Grove Hill last Thursday. Brunson did not seek re-election this year and will retire Jan. 15 after serving 18 years as circuit clerk. More ... Courthouse closing for electrical work The electrical power to the Clarke County Courthouse will be shut off Friday afternoon, Dec. 22, so that connections can be made to the new wing. The courthouse will close at 1 p.m. that day and will reopen at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27. Contractors plan to work over the Christmas holidays, taking ... More ...
Clarke County native Mary Chapman Mathews and photographer Chip Cooper will be at the Clarke County Museum in Grove Hill Monday, Dec. 18 to sign copies of “A Mansion's Memories,” a book of history and photographs of the 1841 president's mansion at the University of Alabama. More ... County agrees to take over new street in subdivision Clarke County Commissioners agreed Tuesday to accept a new street in a subdivision being developed by a resident in a non-municipal area, if it meets the criteria set by the county. More ... Correction In last week’s story about the old National Guard Armory in Jackson it incorrectly stated that Jerry Drinkard was the owner of the property when is was sold for development. In actuality, Jerry Andrews was the owner. We apologize for any misunderstanding this may have caused. More ... Local holiday blood drive announced For the convenience of area residents, United Blood Services will be hosting two blood drives in Clarke County to help keep holiday blood supplies adequate: •Friday, Dec. 15, at Jackson Medical Center from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m. Every donor will receive a special long sleeve T-shirt. More ... Dry forces win small victory in Thomasville alcohol sales proposal By Jim Cox SA Publisher The dry forces in Thomasville have apparently won one small battle in the war on proposed alcohol sales. Mayor Sheldon Day said Monday night that wording in the proposed alcohol control ordinance has increased the distance that a business selling alcohol has to be from a church or school from 200 ... More ...
Forest Avenue Baptist Church took the first place prize in the nonprofit category during the Jackson Christmas parade, Dec. 1. More ...
The Jackson Collectors Club recently made a $100 donation to the Salvation Army Store to be used to purchase canned goods for the store’s food pantry. Presenting the check were Club member Earl Handley (right) and his son Nicholas (front). More ...
The town of Millry ushered in the Christmas season in grand style with a parade, Saturday, through the streets of downtown. More ...
By Ellen Williams SA Correspondent The fellowship hall of Chatom Baptist Church was the setting on Dec. 8 for the Washington County unit of United Way's 2006 Campaign Thank You Luncheon. Wayne Blackwell, board member said, "It is appropriate to have this appreciation luncheon at this time of year. More ...
The Washington County Public Library recently announced two exhibits and its schedule for the holidays. Exhibits The facility is currently featuring the beautiful needlework of Emeline Porter on display at the library through the holidays. Porter is a resident of Jackson and is well-known for he... More ...
Photos by Bruce Hansen Top photo: These folks reminded everyone why the season is celebrated. More ... |
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