Washington County Sheriff’s deputies raided a gambling house, Aug. 12 at approximately 7:30 p.m., near McIntosh, arresting the operator of the illegal business. More...
United States Congressman Jo Bonner (R-Ala.) will visit Clarke and Washington countiesTu e s d a y, Aug. 24, as he conducts town hall meetings within his district. Bonner’s first stop will be at the Chatom Community Center from 9-10 a.m. More...
For more than 15 years, the First United Methodist Church of Jackson has ministered to the church and the community through a performing group of volunteers who form the FUMC Handbell Choir. More...
LHS Class of 1995 planning reunion A 15-year class reunion is being planned for the Leroy High School Class of 1995. Any pictures, information or assistance with the preparations would be appreciated. More...
The First Annual Spirit of Relay Car and Bike Show is planned for Aug. 28, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at the old Scoggins Chevrolet building in Jackson. All cars and trucks, new and vintage, motorcycles of all kinds are welcome. More...
Terry Hall to sing at Antioch Baptist The Antioch Baptist Church welcomes Terry Hall of Silverville, Tenn. Saturday, Aug. 21 to thier church singing. Supper will be shared in the fellowship hall at 5:30 p.m. with the singing at 7. The Rev. More...
In less than two weeks, the official start of the high school season will begin. But area fans will have a chance to wet their appetites this week as area schools take to the fields in fall jamborees. More...
Former Jackson High School baseball player Tyler Baxter (front, center) recently signed a full athletic scholarship to play baseball at Bevill State Community College. More...
The Washington County Sheriff’s Department reported the following arrests during the past week: •Matther R. Malone, 20, of Toxey was arrested Aug. 9 on a probation revocation charge. No bond amount was listed. More...
Arrests booked through the Clarke County Jail during the week of Aug. 10-17 include: Joseph Michael Walker, 21, criminal trespass third degree/ enters/remains, $1,500 bond, arrested by Clarke County Sheriff’s Dept. More...
Illicit drug charges make up the most of the 257 indictments issued by the Clarke County Grand Jury a couple of weeks ago. Below are some of those who were indicted. More...
Clarke County relatives and friends of Donnie Rotch were as shocked and saddened at his tragic death in an accident last week, as the people of Brewton where he lived and was a coach and educator for 36 years. More...
Several items reported stolen during the July 30 burglary of a building located on Tensaw Land Company property in Double Gates has been recovered from a Washington County residence. More...
Veteran police officer Derrick Powe is the newest addition to the Jackson Police Department. A native of Houston, Texas, Powe has lived most of his life in Mobile County. More...
A fatal beating that may have been prompted out of a fear of voodoo has resulted in the indictment of four men for murder by the Clarke County Grand Jury. More...
Dear Editor: We would like to share some exciting news with everyone in our community and the surrounding area. Our precious Taylor is in full remission. More...
Betty Jean Weaver of McIntyre and Johnnie Brandenburg of Jackson exchanged vows Aug. 17, 1960 in Chatom. The couple was honored by their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren for 50 years of marriage Saturday, Aug. More...
Tonya Howell and John J. Reeves III announce their engagement and forthcoming marriage. The bride-elect is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Clark of Grove Hill and Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Rowland of Arkansas. The prospective groom is the son of Mr. More...
Malorie Victoria Rogers and Colby Mitchell Mixon have announced their final wedding plans for Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010 at half-past five in the afternoon, at the First Baptist Church in Jackson. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. More...
The Allied Community Development Corporation, which includes Merchants and First United Security banks, recently presented a $2,500 donation to the City of Jackson to be used to purchase furniture for More...
