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Man accused of theft arrested on sexually related charges A man arrested several weeks ago on theft charges has been arrested again, this time on sexually related charges. Paul Kenneth Anderson, 41, was arrested April 18 and charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor, enticing a child for immoral purposes and pornography distribution to a mi... More ...
Delores Fleming (left) was recognized as Jackson's "Kiwanian of the Year" during the Jackson Kiwanis Club's annual meeting, Tuesday, April 24. She was presented with a plaque by club secretary Mildred Bradley. More ... Mother confesses to theft of wallet from Gillmore classroom By Evan Carden SA Editor The mother of a student at Gillmore Elementary School has reportedly confessed to stealing a wallet from a classroom, according to Jackson Police Det. Richard Harvey. Tina Brooks, a former Louisiana resident, is accused of stealing a wallet belonging to a substitute teacher at the school. An earli... More ... Eased restrictions on property may bring new businesses to Thomasville By Jim Cox SA Publisher The lifting of restrictions on Thomasville property formerly owned by the Clarke County Commission will open the door for a new motel and possibly new restaurants, a developer told commissioners Tuesday. Thomasville businessman Harry Brooks purchased property from the county at the intersection of... More ... Culture fest planned for May 5 The annual Culture Fest, sponsored by Genesis Inc. and the city of Jackson is planned for Saturday, May 5 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on the grounds of Jackson City Hall. The day will feature entertainment, food, games and exhibitions. There will be an adult pound cake competition and a children's favor... More ... BOE approves seismic testing at JHS By Kathryn F. Pickard The Clarke County Board of Education approved a contract with Mayne & Mertz for a seismic and geophysical survey at Jackson High School during last week's meeting. "They'll be laying the cable behind the tennis courts and they'll do this during the summer so it won't interfere with school. More ... Clarke County Commissioner appointed to ADSS board Clarke County Commissioner Rhondel Rhone of Fulton has been appointed by Gov. Bob Riley to serve on the Alabama Department of Senior Services Advisory Board. More ... Jackson man charged with child abuse Larry Hunt of Jackson, was arrested, April 23 on a warrant charging him with child abuse. The incident, involving two children, a 10-year-old female and an 11- year-old male, was reported to Jackson Police March 27. The abuse, allegedly committed by Hunt who is the children's stepfather, is said t... More ...
State Sen. Pat Lindsey (center) recently paid a visit to Jackson High School and presented state funds to the band and football programs. Principal Wanda Roberts (left) accepted a $7,500 check which will be used to purchase new band equipment. Athletic Director and Head Football Coach John Blackmon ... More ...
The city of Jackson has contributed $5,000 to the HIPPY program that is being developed in Clarke County. Jackson Mayor Richard Long, fourth from left, presents a check to Judy Graham of the local HIPPY board while fellow board members look on. From left are Asbury Daffin, Debra Grayson, Graham, Lon... More ...
Merchants Bank recently announced promotions at the Jackson, Thomasville and Grove Hill offices. Top photo: Debra Barnes is congratulated by the Merchants Bank President Craig Scruggs on her promotion to assistant vice president. Barnes is employed at the main office in Jackson. Bottom photo: Scrugg... More ...
More than 200 women from throughout the state attended the Alabama Farmers Federation State Women's Conference April 15-17 at the Wynfrey Hotel in Birmingham. Attending from Clarke County (L-R) were Marie Slade, Julia Dunagan and Duelon Dunagan. More ...
The Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a "Starting a Successful Restaurant Business" workshop Tuesday, May 8 at Jackson City Hall from 2-4 p.m. To RSVP those interested in attending or for more information contact the chamber office at 251- 246-3251. There is no cost for chamber memb... More ...
By Ellen Williams SA Correspondent Things move slowly in rural Washington County, and each day is much like the one before it, but when media trucks with the names of two Mobile TV stations park at the courthouse in Chatom, it causes a stir and the pace picks up. More ...
Photos by Bruce Hansen The floorboards of the old schoolhouse in Frankville were shaking this past Saturday with the sounds of bluegrass music filling the air. Young and old alike gathered for the 30th Annual "Old-Time Fiddler's Convention." The event originated in the 1920s as a community event. More ...
The public is invited to a dessert reception for Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries, Ron Sparks on Monday, April 30, at the Chatom Community Center beginning at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Washington County Cattlemen's Association and the Washington County Cattlewomen. More ... Landfill dominates commission meeting By Ellen Williams SA Correspondent Landfills seemed to be the order of the day and that was the first order of business taken up by the Washington County Commission on Tuesday, April 24. Chief Wilburn Taylor addressed the commission introducing two men, Mac Covington and Knox Horner as his business associates; and Lee Hamilton as hi... More ...
By Evan Carden SA Editor The interior of the McIntosh Police Department has a new look, making it more userfriendly for the officers who serve the town. According to Sgt. Walter Conner, Chief Charles Koger made the decision to have the interior of the office renovated giving officers both privacy and more room to work. More ...
By Evan Carden SA Editor There's a new face at the Chatom Police Department. Teresa Williams of Chatom was recently hired as the department's new administrative police clerk. Her main duties include filing reports, paperwork, and assisting the chief in the office. She has nine years of management experience. More ... WashCo criminal jury week begins April 30 By Frank Harwell SA Correspondent Criminal jury week begins Monday, April 30, in Washington County Circuit Court, and the following cases are set for trials: Judge Baxter William Evan Deese, conspiracy to kidnap and conspiracy to burglarize; Louis Clifton Waddell II, sexual abuse and sodomy; Jesse Ketchum, theft of property and ... More ...
Senior Rachel Beech (center) was chosen Washington County High School's Miss Maroon and Gold 2007 during a recent pageant. She also won first place in the interview category and second place in both the questionnaire and poise and appearance categories. She is the daughter of Tammy and Adam Beech. F... More ...
The Washington County Soil and Water Conservation District recently awarded their 2007 "Conservation Power" poster winners. In the third grade category, first place winners receive a check for $25, second place $15. (L-R) are Joe Baxter, first place, Susie Kennedy, supervisor from the Clarke County ... More ... |
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