A Jackson man is facing rape charges following incidents with two teenage girls Jan. 27. Andrew James Gaston, 45, was arrested by Jackson police following complaints by the 15 and 16-year-old victims. More...
Following the complaints of a group of local Republicans, the Clarke County Republican Executive Committee has increased the number of its members as mandated by the state party's bylaws. More...
Books show $8 million debt is making spending a 'limited' activity
By Ellen Williams
A large debt, totaling in the millions of dollars, is forcing Washington County officials to limit their spending. The Web site of the Examiners of Public Accounts (EPA) posts the financial status of Alabama counties one year in arrears. More...
Susan Parker, Public Service Commissioner, Place two was the guest speaker at the Washington County Democratic Committee Meeting in Chatom, Jan. 30. More...
You can read it in Ann Landers; see it on Oprah; or tune in to just about any reality show...relationships gone bad, I mean. We as a society seem to relish in the bizarre ways that people can lie and cheat in their togetherness. More...
In World War II, there was an advisor to Winston Churchill who organized a group of people who dropped what they were doing every night at a prescribed hour for one minute to collectively pray for the safety of England, its people and peace. More...
The Chatom Church of God on Highway 56 will be hosting "Three Driven Nails" on Friday, Feb. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. "Everyone is welcomed to attend," said the Rev. Darryl League. More...
Jackson Intermediate School recently received an award from the Salvation Army for their participation in the bell-ringing campaign during Christmas time. The school was first runner-up in the school division. More...
Jackson Academy recently announced its honor roll for the second nine weeks. A Honor Roll First Grade Taylor Blackledge, Meg Davis, Abigail Finch, Hight Finch, Quinn Finch, Andie Reid and Mary Thomas. More...
The Jackson High School Aggies will host the boys 4A Area 1 Area Tournament for the second time in three seasons. The Aggies completed their regular season with a 17-10 overall record and 6-0 in their respective area. More...
The Leroy boys had a tough week, losing their final four regular season games, including the Thursday and Friday games against Coffeeville and McIntosh, respectively. In the game at Coffeeville, D.J. More...
Washington County High's Ruth Godwin signed Monday to play softball for Faulkner State Community College. Coach Paul Jones said he was impressed with Godwin's character and ability on the playing field. More...
Marie DeWitt Coleman Marie DeWitt Coleman, a native of Clarke County and a longtime resident of Jackson, died Feb. 1, 2007 at the Jackson Health Care Facility at the age of 83. She was affectionately known as "Ree" to her friends and family. More...
The following information has been supplied by the Jackson Municipal Court for Feb. 1. Joanne Robertson, domestic violence, third degree, nol prossed/dismissed. Robert Louis Jackson Jr., domestic violence, third degree, guilty. More...
The Washington County Sheriff's Department reported the following arrests during the past week: *Larry D. Kimble, 47, of McIntosh was arrested Jan. More...
Municipal, county and business leaders from across Clarke County gathered at the Grove Hill Methodist Church to talk about past accomplishments and lay out their vision for the future. More...
Clarke County cattlemen pose with Dr. Tony Frazier, State Veterinarian, at Saturday's annual banquet. From left are Ray Clarke, county vice president; Dr. More...
A Mt. Vernon woman was killed in a one-car crash on Red Fox Road between Villard Byrd Road and the Washington County line at around 6:15 a.m., Feb. 4. More...
U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Ala.) will join the residents of Washington County for a county visit this Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m., at the Chatom Town Hall, located at 27 Cochran Avenue in Chatom. Sen. More...
If you have noticed lately in Jackson, an old building across the street from the Burger House, located at the corner of College Avenue and Highway 177 has been renovated to accommodate two businesses. More...
JHS Elite Night Jackson High School (JHS) Elite Night 2007 is planned for Saturday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m. at Joe C. McCorquodale Auditorium. The theme is "All That Jazz". More...
A free exhibition of Indian artifacts, sponsored by the Rebel State Archeological Society, will be presented Sunday, Feb. 11, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Jackson Community House. More...
Jackson Nutrition Center Director Nellie Edge recently announced the following upcoming events that may be of interest to local senior citizens. Feb. 12 - Glen Patrick will entertain with a music program. Feb. More...
Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Sims Sr. of Sunflower will be renewing their wedding vows on Saturday, Feb. 10, 4 p.m. at the Jackson National Guard Armory located on Highway 69. The couple was married Jan. 31, 1957. Mr. Sims is retired from C.E. More...
Christina Rayelle Walker of Sunflower and Christopher Aaron Etheridge of Grove Hill were united in marriage on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006. The Rev. Jim Dufriend of the First United Methodist Church in Jackson officiated the 2 p.m. More...
Jackson High School (JHS) Elite Night 2007 is planned for Saturday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m. at Joe C. McCorquodale Auditorium. The theme is "All That Jazz". More...
Alyssa Arrington - Age 7 Macie Arrington - Age 2 Parents: Suzanne and Ed Arrington Grandparents: Betty and James Arrington and Sherry and Larry Abston More...
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