November 29, 2007 RSS feed / Front Page

Sen. Vivian Figures attends literacy meeting in Jackson

The Literacy Coalition of South Alabama, an organization that has been functioning primarily in Mobile County, has branched out to become more of a service organization rather than a passthrough. More...

Class of `57 donates to school improvement

A portrait of the Leroy High School Class of 1957 was not located in the front hall with those of other former classes, but that is no longer the case. On Nov. More...

Meeting to focus on community needs related to TK steel plant

Southwest Alabama communities impacted by the ThyssenKrupp plant will be provided some direction through a region-wide public meeting, sponsored by Gov. Bob Riley's Alabama Rural Action Commission, today (Thursday) at 3 p.m. More...

Special Sections

Church

Church Calendar

Ninth anniversary at Old St. Matthew The Rev. Tommy Williams, associate minister at St. Luke Baptist Church in Walker Springs, will be the guest speaker for the ninth anniversary of the Rev. C.C. McCants as a solo singer at the Old St. More...

Concert at Rockvile Baptist

The Tuscaloosa based duet "Eden's Rain" will be in concert Sunday, Dec. 2, at 10:45 a.m. at Rockville Baptist Church. More...

Annual 'Step Sing' scheduled for Dec. 2

The annual Christmas "Step Sing" at the First United Methodist Church of Jackson is Sunday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. Area church and school choirs will sing a variety of religious and traditional Christmas music. More...

Education

Pine City Park Committee announces hand tile project

The Pine City Park Committee will be selling ceramic tiles for individuals to place their lasting handprint and forever be a part of the park. These tiles will be placed on a wall for others to see near the entrance. The hand tiles are $25 each. More...

JMS honors retirees

Jackson Middle School honored its education retirees during National Education Week. The teachers were treated to a Thanksgiving lunch prepared by the JMS cafeteria staff. More...

ASCC Community Chorus announces holiday concert

The Alabama Southern Community College Community Chorus will present a special performance of classical Christmas music titled "Tidings of the Season" on Friday, Nov. 30, 7 p.m. at the Nettles Auditorium on the Monroeville campus. More...

Sports

Bears advance to semi-finals

Clint Moseley's 7-yard touchdown run in overtime propels Bears to 18-12 win over Lanett

The Leroy Bears (12-1) deflected four straight pass attempts in overtime to knock off previously unbeaten Lanett 18- 12 at Palmer Stadium in Leroy "They had a real good football team," Leroy coach Danny Powell said. More...

WCHS takes UMS Invitational

The Washington County Bulldogs have started the season on fire in basketball as the 3A Bulldogs went to Mobile on Nov. 19 and came away with the top spot in the UMS Wright Invitational tournament. More...

MA edges Lady Eagles 27-26

JA falls to 0-3 with heartbreaking loss to Marengo Academy

The Jackson Academy Lady Eagles fell 27-26 to Marengo Academy Monday (Nov. 26) night in Jackson After a slow start, the Eagles' Evin Bowling caught fire and almost helped JA pull out a win. More...

For the Record

Area Obituaries

Eunice Elizabeth Bedwell Eunice Elizabeth McIntyre Bedwell, 82, a native of Coffeeville and resident of Saraland, died Nov. 21, 2007 at her home. More...

Clarke Co. deeds, marriage licenses

Marriage license applications Richard Ashley Hodge, to Marcia Kai Anderson. Marriage license applications are just that-applications for licenses, not necessarily actual marriages. Property deeds listed Dated Nov. More...

Clarke County Sheriff's Report

Arrests booked through the Clarke County jail include: Crystal Alday, driving under the influence, no liability insurance, driving while license expired, careless driving, unlawful possession of alcohol, arrested by Grove Hill Police Dept. More...

Gainestown murder case set for trial

Separate murder, manslaughter and attempted murder cases are on the criminal jury term docket for Clarke County Circuit Court that starts Monday, Dec. 3. Trenton Juawan McClain is facing murder charges. More...

Traffic stop turns into manhunt for JPD

A traffic stop, Friday, Nov. 23, turned into a manhunt as the driver of the stopped vehicle fled from Jackson Police. More...

Upcoming events announced for Christmas season in Jackson

The Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce and other organizations have a number of Christmas season events planned for the coming weeks. The city will host a Christmas tree lighting ceremony Nov. 30 at 5 p.m., downtown. More...

LHS teacher arrested again

Schmitz turned over to federal authorities

A Leroy High School teacher accused of having sexual relations with one of her students was turned over to federal authorities following a bond revocation hearing, Tuesday, Nov. 27. More...

Garbage rates to rise

The Washington County Solid Waste Authority met Nov. 26 and the entire meeting was taken up with changes that will take place in the new contract with Allied Waste and the new year with garbage pickup. More...

News

Commissioners and state representative examine county's roads and bridges

Clarke County Engineer Sam Noble and the county commission met Tuesday with State Representative Thomas Jackson for an overview of the county road and bridge system. More...

Proclaims 'Hospice Month'

Jackson Mayor Richard Long (right) presents a signed proclamation to AseraCare Hospice provider public relations manager Dianna Brown proclaiming November National Hospice Month. AseraCare covers Clarke, Washington and Choctaw Counties. More...

Wins Iron Bowl tickets

Patricia Harvey (left) is presented two Iron Bowl tickets at Skipper Insurance by Stuart Etheredge. The tickets were raffled off with the proceeds going to the Jamie Blackledge fund. More...

Coming Events

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Volunteer softball coaches needed Jackson Girls Youth Softball is seeking volunteers. All interested in coaching, becoming a board member or volunteering should plan on attending a meeting Tuesday, Dec. 11, 6:30 p.m. More...

Editorials

Following road rules should be top priority

Now that I'm older and have seen countless times what speed can do when an automobile crash occurs, I find it less important to get anywhere in a hurry. More...

Appreciates help from Jackson police officer

Dear Editor, Just recently, when I got off work, I was just getting into my truck when I received a distress call on my cell phone. My daughter was stranded at the intersection of North 177 and Highway 43. More...

Thanks for help with Fall Festival

On Saturday, November 3rd, the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its 25th Annual Fall Festival. Our goal for this year's event was to increase attendance and to make it our biggest and best Fall Festival ever. More...

People

Batleys to celebrate 50th anniversary

Clyde and Mary Louise Batley of Miller's Ferry, formerly of Leroy, will celebrate their 50th anniversary on Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m. at the Kimbell House in Jackson. The couple was married Dec. 20, 1957 at the First Baptist Church of Chatom by the Rev. More...

Faust - Barron to wed Saturday

Jennifer Erin Faust and Justin Paul Barron will be united in marriage on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007, 5 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Jackson. Areception will be conducted at the H.W. More...

Reeds to renew vows Dec. 8

The Revs. Aaron and Sharon Williams of the Life Church of McIntosh will officiate at the renewal of vows for Lori and Ronny Reed of McIntosh. It will be an event of Saturday, Dec. 8, 2007, 5 p.m. More...