2016-08-18 E-Edition

Triathletes can test their skills Saturday




For years, athletes in Jackson have had the opportunity to test their endurance through runs and swimming competitions. Saturday, Aug. 20, bicycling will be added to the mix for the city’s first triathlon. Organizer Allison Gaillard, who has been competing in triathlons for a couple of years, said several people have expressed an interest in competing. She said she felt […]

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Bat boxes can be a useful tool to help lighten mosquito populations


They invade picnics, spoil barbecues and can ruin most any outdoor activity in southwest Alabama if they are not regulated. The minute mosquito wreaks havoc on summer fun, and they have proven to be especially pesky because of the heavy June, July and early-August rains. The impact of mosquitoes has moved far beyond a few itchy, nasty bites. Cases of […]

Jackson city ballot features four races




Election Day for the city of Jackson is fast approaching. The mayor’s race and three city council positions will appear on the ballot Tuesday, Aug. 23, and voters will have the opportunity to choose from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The field for the upcoming election includes: Mayor: Paul South and Woodie Pugh. District 1, Place 2: Incumbent Jane James […]

JPD warns of new computer scam in circulation




The Jackson Police Department is asking the public to be aware of a computer scam that almost cost a local woman thousands of dollars. Detective Brian Clark said the scam came in the form of a message warning the woman of computer issues. “She was at home on her computer, and she received a popup that said her computer was […]

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Lloyd Etheredge Wilson



Lloyd Etheredge Wilson, 69, of Coffeeville, passed away peacefully on Aug. 10, 2016. He was born on Oct. 1, 1946. Lloyd, with his loving wife Rita by his side, fought a long and courageous battle against an aggressive cancer. He was retired from Olin Chemical Corporation, where he worked as a multi-craft maintenance specializing in welding for 37 years. Lloyd […]

Bety Jo Washington



Missionary Betty Jo Washington of Frankville answered the Master’s call on Friday, Aug. 12, 2016, at Providence Hospital in Mobile. Born Aug. 28, 1958 to the late Thomas and Leathie Haven Washington, she was 56 years of age. Betty was a faithful and devoted member of the Whole Truth C.O.G.I.C., where she served as an usher, choir member, Sunday School […]

Clara Williams Busby



Clara Ann Williams Busby, 67, passed away at her home in Tibbie on Aug. 10, 2016. She was a native and resident of Washington County. “Clara Ann,” as her friends affectionately knew her, loved all animals, horses, deer and dogs. She would raise orphaned animals, nurturing them back to health. She was blessed with the gift of being able to […]

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Camp meeting Aug. 19-26 A summer camp meeting is being conducted in McIntosh under the big blue and white Gospel tent in the field behind New Testament Tablernacle Church, 6824 Topton Road. Bro. Wilbert Reed will be speaking Aug. 19-26 at 7 nightly. Prayer meetings will be at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Parden family gathering Sept. 3 The Parden […]