Meth lab blamed for home explosion
      A residence in Thomasville was destroyed early Monday morning from an explosion authorities believe came from a meth lab. In addition, at least three suspects may have been injured in the explosion, two severely.
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Woodworking is in his blood
By Evan Carden SA Editor
      Wallace Pezent displays the talents of his family by working with wood. He recently built a bed for his 6-year-old granddaughter, Brook, who lives in Georgia with her parents, Tiffany and Michael Pezent. "I followed the design of a full-size bed we have in our home," he said. "Brook is very exci...
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Book signing draws fans of Alabama literature
By Ellen Williams SA Reporter
      As part of the lead-up to the Annual Art Auction and Dinner, the Washington County Public Library hosted a book signing for Bob Whetstone, author of "Grave Dancin" on Tuesday, Feb. 19. Whetstone grew up in a mill town, Alexander City, Alabama, where Avondale Mills was the life's blood of the town...
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Food to be focus of historical society meeting
      "Food and Southern Culture" will be the topic discussed when the Clarke County Historical Society meets at Grove Hill Town Hall Sunday, Feb. 24, 2:30 p.m. Folklorist and archivist Susan Thomas will offer her thoughts on the relationship between Southerners and their food traditions.
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