From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – DeKalb County Investigators were alerted by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding the potential upload of child sexual abuse material to an online search service from a location near Mentone. On October 9, 2024, investigators executed a search…
EVENTS & SPECIALS DEKALB COUNTY VFW AGRICULTURAL FAIR OCTOBER 14 – OCTOBER 19 2024 COME TO THE 69th ANNUAL FAIR KISSEL ENTERTAINMENT ON THE MIDWAY RIDE TICKETS – $1.50+tax per ticket or 22 for $30+tax GATE ADMISSION $5.00 – UNDER 6 FREE **SPECIAL ATTRACTION THIS YEAR** Lew-E the Clown (Comedy Circus) 2 Shows Nightly Visit…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Thank you to the DeKalb County Deputies, Narcotics Agents, Alabama State Troopers, Fyffe and Collinsville PDs for all the help during the month of September. We seized 361 grams of methamphetamine, 360 grams of marijuana, 8 grams of fentanyl and 1 gram of synthetic marijuana. There was a total of 22…
GADSDEN POST—A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 10:21 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, has claimed the life of a Boaz man. Apolinario T. Velasquez, 26, was fatally injured when the 2018 Nissan Versa he was driving was struck by the 2004 GMC Envoy driven by an 18-year-old. After the initial impact, both vehicles left the…
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10/02/2024 Three arrested in regard to a shot’s fired call in Painter On Wednesday, September 18th, Dekalb County deputies were dispatched to an address on CR-9 in the Painter community in regard to a shot’s fired call and possible altercation. While deputies were enroute, the caller advised Dekalb 911 that a subject involved in the…
On September 27th, 2024, Collinsville Police Department was dispatched to the area of Piggly Wiggly and Rains Court Apartments regarding an attempted child abduction. Collinsville Police Department arrived on scene and began speaking to the juvenile victim and family members. DeKalb County Investigators were notified and arrived on scene and began to interview family members…
Abingdon, VA (Monday, September 30, 2024) – In the wake of the devastation caused by the recent flooding across Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, Food City is teaming up with the Eastman Foundation, the United Ways of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, WCYB-TV, News Channel 11, ABC Tri-Cities, Fox Tri-Cities and Bristol Broadcasting Co., which…
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ABINGDON, VA (Wednesday, September 25, 2024) – Earlier today, Food City received the 2023 Exceptional Goal Achievement from EPA’s GreenChill Program at the FMI Energy & Store Development Conference in Baltimore, MD. The acknowledgement recognizes partners that achieve their stretch refrigerant emissions reduction goal. This goal is more difficult to achieve than the goal recognized…
Monday September 16th Incidents Scam – Occurred at 1700 Williams Ave NE, $25,000 was taken out of a bank account reported to be a scam Theft of Property – Occurred at 1101 Forest Ave NE, $808.00 was withdrawn without authorization Burglary – Occurred at 301 Sequoyah Drive NE Lot 197, an X Box, two X…
Maddie Jackson, an Auburn Agricultural student, from Sylvania, created a Trump art display a few months ago, but was destroyed by arson. Her and her fmaily have rebuilt a new piece of Trump art. It is located along Highway 75, between Sylvania and Rainsville, Al.
The DeKalb County Republican Women will hold their next meeting Monday, September 23rd at 6pm.The meeting will be at the Republican headquarters in downtown Fort Payne (211 Gault Ave N).Felicia Mason will be speaking on early childhood education & the growing immigration issue in theDeKalb and Marshall county areas.All are welcome to join us!
MEDIA RELEASE: Arrest of a Juvenile for Terrorist Threats and Harassing Communication at Crossville Middle School Crossville, AL — A juvenile attending Crossville Middle School was arrested for making a terrorist threat and engaging in harassing communication. Upon learning of the incident, the Crossville Middle School administration acted swiftly, immediately notifying the School Resource Officer…
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Date: 09/16/2024Title: Press ReleasePosted By: Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for September 13 thru September 15, 2024 Friday September 13th Incidents Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle – 4002 Williams Ave NE Lot 24, Oakley sunglasses, a Clavin Klein bag and credit/debit/gift cards were taken, valued at $319.00 3 Arrests Daniel Kane Thompson, age…
Date: 09/13/2024 Title: Burglary Chief Detective Josh York States: On Thursday September 12 at approximately 10:01 pm Fort Payne Dispatch received a call from an individual regarding a male subject being inside a residence in the 700 block of Godfrey Ave N. When officers arrived, the suspect had already fled the residence. The victims were…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting will be this Saturday, September 14th , starting at 7:30 am, at Cattle Stampede Steak House in Fort Payne, formally the Western Sizzlin. Our featured guest speaker will be Brilyn Hollyhand. Brilyn is an 18-year-old political commentator and strategist who has captured the nation’s attention with his unique opinion…
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDASeptember 16, 2024 WORKSHOP: 4:00 P.M.Prayer:Pledge of Allegiance:Address the Council (Public):Address the Council (Dept Heads) REGULAR SESSION4:30 p.m.Call to OrderRoll Call Approve the MinutesMayor’s ReportMayor-2023-2024 BudgetPersonnel-Travel/Training Request—City Clerk’s Conference Nov 19-22Travel/Training Request—Park & Rec Director Workshop Sept 24-25Accept Sabrina Garmin’s Resignation—Dispatch (Effective 9-22-24)Hire Jaden Staggs—Dispatcher (Effective 9-12-24 at $15.33 per hr)Hire Miles…
Members of the Rainsville Fire Department (L), City Council and Mayor (C), Kayron Guffey (C), and members of the Rainsville Police Department (R). (Photo credit Marla Jones) Local first responders placed a wreath today, at the First Responders Memorial, in Rainsville, Alabama, in remembrance of 9/11.
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September 10, 2024 PENNINGTON SENTENCED TO LIFE FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER District Attorney Summer McWhorter Summerford announced today that Ballard Pennington, Jr. was sentenced to LIFE in prison for two counts of Attempted Murder by Circuit Judge Jeremy Taylor in DeKalb County. On January 7, 2024, law enforcement was dispatched to a reported stabbing…
Monday August 26th Incidents Burglary – Occurred at 1711 McCurdy Loop Road E, two Sig Sauer 9mm, a Beretta PX4, a Smith and Wesson M&P, two HP Laptops, Nikon binoculars, Ariat boots and a briefcase were taken, valued at $3750.00 Theft of Property – Occurred at Wal-Mart, several miscellaneous items were taken, valued at $789.00…
The following article is published by the Alabama Emergency Management Agency By Jim Stefkovich, Meteorologist, Alabama Emergency Management Agency CLANTON – Tuesday, 7:30 am September 10, 2024 Hurricane Francine will make landfall on the Louisiana coast Wednesday afternoon or early evening as a Category 2 with sustained winds of 100 mph. The intensity will decrease…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – In the month of August 14 were arrested on drug related charges. We would like to thank DeKalb County Sheriff’s Deputies and Narcotics Agents, Officers with Ider, Crossville and Fyffe PD’s for always being there ready and willing to help. On Saturday, August 3rd, DeKalb County Deputies stopped a vehicle on…
DeKalb CountyBoard of EducationAugust 29, 2024AGENDA
Date: 08/21/2024 Title: Officer Arrest Chief David Davis States: Earlier this morning, Chief David Davis was notified of the arrest of Johnny Brown, an officer with the Fort Payne Police Department. This incident occurred outside the city limits at a residence in the county. The Dekalb County Sheriff’s Office is handling the arrest and investigation…
Our School Resource Officers (SROs) are so excited to be back in the schoolhouses! These familiar faces can be found all across our campuses engaging with students, helping faculty, and ultimately ensuring all premises are secure from any threats. They sure have missed having the students around! Get to know them below! Top row from…
GADSDEN POST—A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:44 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19, has claimed the life of a Centre man. Joel L. Kiser, 68, was fatally injured when the 1994 Chevrolet 1500 that he was a passenger in, was struck by a 2015 Jeep Wrangler driven by Shellie M. Ingram, 50, of Centre. After…
District Attorney Summer Summerford announced today that Gary Hart of Fort Payne was found guilty on Friday, August 16, 2024, by a DeKalb County jury for two (2) counts of Sexual Abuse of a Child under 12 Years of Age after a week long trial. Jury selection began on Monday, August 12th. On Friday…
News Release from DeKalb County Schools: Join us for a Parent Resource Fair TOMORROW- Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm. The event will be held at Crossville High School’s gymnasium, but is open to ALL DeKalb County Schools parents and guardians. Free hot dogs will be provided while supplies last. Community…
2024 PAVING PROJECT NEWS RELEASE If you reside on or around the following streets, please begin preparing for road closures and traffic stops. Construction is set to begin on OR before September 6, 2024. The following is a list of streets to be resurfaced and striped: 1. Browns Chapel Road from 4-Way STOP at Parker…
The DeKalb County Republican Women have our Fall Mum Fundraiser going on now. Choose your color, size and quantity. Colors are Bronze/Orange, Purple, Red, White, and Yellow. They are available in 3 Quart size for $8 or 3.5 Gallon size for $20. Orders are due by August 19th. You can email orders to [email protected].” Tiffany Graben…
The DeKalb County Republican Women will meet this month on Monday, August 26, 2024 at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Republican Headquarters, located at 211 Gault Ave N, Fort Payne. The guest speaker will be Senator Andrew Jones. They will also have voter registration forms available for those who need them,…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Over this past weekend, DeKalb County Deputies, along with DeKalb County Narcotics, ADETF Region F and a Deputy K-9 Unit with Albertville PD seized over 12 pounds of methamphetamine, 300 grams of marijuana and a large sum of US currency. On Saturday, August 10th, DeKalb County Deputies conducted a traffic stop…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Thursday, August 8th, 2024, the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in the Grove Oak community to conduct a welfare check. After several attempts to make contact with the homeowners, deputies made entry in to the residence and found…
Come join us for a Lion’s Club After Hours event, on Tuesday, August 12th, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. at the Coal & Iron Building. Learn all about the Lion’s Club, what they do, and how they have helped residents ofDekalb county. You won’t want to miss this event! When & Where:Tuesday, August 12, 2024…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of July, there was 2,764 grams of methamphetamine, 6 grams of marijuana, 2 grams of cocaine, 2 grams of fentanyl and 10 marijuana plants seized with 15 being arrested on drug related charges. A big thank you to the…
ABINGDON, VA (Friday, August 2, 2024) – Shelves are stocked in preparation for the much-anticipated August 7th opening of the new 54,000 sq. ft. Food City on Gault Avenue South in Fort Payne, AL. The store marks the company’s third location in Alabama. “We are excited to be joining the Fort Payne retail community. We…
Dr. Jeff LaBorg, Pastor, Fairview Knox Church, Knoxville, TN will be the guest preacher August 18-20 at Rainsville First Baptist Church. Services are Sunday at 10:15 and 6:30 and Monday and Tuesday nights at 6:30. Dr. LaBorg is one of the most sought after preachers of our day having served the Fairview Knox Church since…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, August 10th , starting at 7:30 am. Our featured guest speaker will be Summer Summerford. Summer is our District Attorney for the 9th Judicial Circuit, and the 9th Circuit represents both Dekalb and Cherokee counties. Please make plans to attend. The meeting is held at the Cattle Stampede Steak House…
DeKalb CountyBoard of EducationAugust 1, 2024AGENDA
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden and Sheriff’s Office Investigators received a complaint by a concerned parent regarding a part-time deputy by the name of Joshua Dane Wells (40 of Fort Payne). Wells was not employed full-time by the Sheriff’s Office and was currently in the Alabama Law Enforcement Police Academy attempting to complete his…
Fort Payne, Al. – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:49 a.m. Saturday, July 13, has claimed the life of a Fort Payne man. Cody W. Ashley, 19, was fatally injured when the 2020 Nissan Maxima he was driving left the roadway, struck a utility pole, a tree and then overturned. Ashley was pronounced…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – We are halfway through 2024 and so far, we have seized 6,714 grams of methamphetamine, 8,225 grams marijuana, 24 grams heroin, 7 grams cocaine, 36 grams synthetic marijuana, and 202 grams fentanyl. Thanks to Crossville, Henagar, Fyffe and Collinsville PD’s, DeKalb County…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is this Saturday, July 13th , starting at 7:30 am. The featured guest speaker will be Dana Hall McCain. Dana is the State Director for Senator Katie Britt. Doors open at 7:00 am. Come join us! We look forward to seeing you Saturday at the Cattle Stampede Steak House in Fort…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On June 25th 2024, Deputies with the Dekalb County Sheriff’s Office along with Collinsville Police Department and Crossville Police Department responded to an address on County Road 221 in Collinsville in regard to an unresponsive female. When Law Enforcement arrived, the victim…
Rainsville, AL – DeKalb County School District is hosting a special event to sell its retired school buses to the public. The event will take place on July 8th at 8:00 AM at the DCS Bus Garage conference room, located at 433 Roy Sanderson Avenue, Rainsville, AL 35986. Residents and businesses interested in purchasing a…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Friday, February 2nd, 2024, the DeKalb County Criminal Investigation Division received report of a 12-year-old female who had been the victim of sexual solicitation through Snapchat by an unknown male offender. An investigation into the incident to determine the identity of…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Thursday, June 13, 2024, at around 4:15 P.M. deputies were dispatched to County Road 386 in DeKalb County for a report of someone shooting into an occupied dwelling. DeKalb County Investigations Unit and DeKalb County Drug Task Force conducted a search…
The DeKalb County Republican Women will hold their next meeting on Monday, June 24, 2024, at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at Desoto Golf Club in Fort Payne. Join us to stay informed on all that is going on.
The DeKalb County Alabama Republican Party recently held their grand opening of the DeKalb County headquarter, in downtown Fort Payne, Al. The headquarters is located at 211 Gault Ave. N. in downtown Fort Payne, Al. Headquarter hours are: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00 – 4:00 pm and Tuesday and Thursday for 9:00 am –…
Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for Rainsville Disc Golf Course was held Monday, June 4, 2024 Statement given by Rainsville Resident & Course Designer, Stacey Sanford: “I appreciate the City of Rainsville for allowing me to volunteer my time to make this course a reality and to promote the city as well. I was blessed…
HUNTSVILLE POST—A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:50 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, has claimed the life of a Section woman. Belinda D. Ryan, 61, was critically injured when the 2007 Acura MDX she was driving left the roadway, struck a ditch, a rock embankment and overturned. Ryan was not using a seat belt at…
June 5, 2024 Cardwell CONVICTED for 2021 Murder of Rainsville Man District Attorney Summer Summerford announced today that Jason Cardwell, age 46 of Rainsville, was convicted for the 2021 MURDER of Ricky Wilks. Cardwell entered a GUILTY plea in the courtroom of Circuit Judge Shaunathan Bell on Monday, June 4, 2024. Cardwell and Wilks previously…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, June 8th , starting at 7:30 am. Our featured guest speaker will be Cindy Myrex who is an at-large delegate for Donald Trump from Congressional District 4. Please make plans to attend. We look forward to seeing you Saturday at the Cattle Stampede Steak House in Fort…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Thursday, May 30th, 2024, the Dekalb County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division executed a search warrant at 360 Old McVille Road, Crossville. The search warrant stemmed from a Burglary and Theft of a large amount of property from a residence in the…
News Release from District Attorney Summer Summerford: District Attorney Summer Summerford announced today that Donald Vester Robbins, Jr. was found guilty on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, by a DeKalb County jury for Sexual Abuse, first degree for abusing an elderly woman who was incapable of consent due to her incapacity. A sentencing hearing will be…
JACKSON COUNTY – On Thursday, May 2, at approximately 5:27 p.m., Special Agents withthe Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) launchedan investigation into an officer-involved shooting involving an officer with the Skyline PoliceDepartment. The incident occurred when the officer responded to a call for service on CountyRoad 143 in Jackson County….
(Montgomery, Ala)— Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall filed a federal lawsuit Monday challenging the Biden administration’s recently-announced Title IX rule, which would change the meaning of “sex” to “gender identity” and effectively abolish female-only bathrooms and locker rooms in schools across America. “Since taking office, Joe Biden has brazenly attempted to use federal funding to…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Monday, April 29th, at approximately 10 a.m., a deputy attempted to make a traffic stop near Al Hwy 75 and County Road 140 (also known as Sulphur Springs Road) in Ider, on a white Chevrolet truck. The vehicle failed to stop and attempted to flee. Several units responded to assist…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Friday, April 26th, Agents with the DeKalb County Narcotics Unit, as well as the DeKalb County SRT and DeKalb County Aviation Unit, conducted a vehicle take down on Glenn Blvd in Fort Payne resulting in the seizure of 1,014 grams (1 KILO) of methamphetamine. Agents spotted Thomas Dewayne Bailey (51 of Flat…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, Detectives from Lee County Sheriff’s Office in Fort Myers, Florida contacted the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Unit for assistance in locating two runaway female juveniles in which they had received intel showing the juveniles were possibly at an address near Kilpatrick. Investigators and deputies…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Monday, April 8th, the Dekalb County Criminal Investigation Division was contacted by Crossville Police Department regarding a burglary that had recently taken place in the town of Crossville. While taking the report, Crossville Officers had gathered good information on suspects that led to a residence on College Street. Surveillance on…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of March 1454 grams of methamphetamine, 89 grams of marijuana, 13 grams of fentanyl, 3 gram of cocaine, 13 grams of synthetic marijuana and 27 prescription narcotic pills were confiscated, along with 17 individuals arrested on drug related charged. As always, we could not have done it without…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, April 13th , starting at 7:30 am. The featured guest speaker will be Richard (Rich) Anderson. Rich is an appeals prosecutor for the Attorney General’s office. He is the ALGOP nominee for the Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 2. The meeting will be this Saturday at the Cattle…
SUBJECT: Activity for April 5 thru April 7, 2024 Friday April 5th Incidents Leaving the Scene of an Accident – Occurred at 221 Glenn Blvd SW, a bumper on a 2019 Toyota Corolla was damaged, valued at $500.00 Theft of Property- Occurred at 4456 Flint Drive NE, $423.00 was taken without authorization 1 Arrest…
Widespread Severe Thunderstorms Forecast Across Central Gulf Coast States As Wednesday morning dawns, a looming threat of severe weather casts a shadow over parts of the central Gulf Coast States. The forecast warns of potentially severe thunderstorms, including the risk of several tornadoes, with some possibly reaching strong EF2+ intensities, alongside widespread damaging winds. The…
Press Release from Fort Payne Police Department On April 3, 2024, around 4:08pm, Fort Payne 911 received a call of a traffic accident in the 3100 block of Wallace Av NE (AL Hwy 35) involving a vehicle and an ATV. The driver of the ATV, a juvenile male, was transported to Dekalb Regional Medical Center…
(Montgomery)—Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the conviction and sentence of an Etowah County woman for Financial Exploitation of an Elderly Person in the First Degree. Gina Cook Gilbert, 63, of Gadsden, pleaded guilty Friday to one count of Financial Exploitation in the First Degree, a Class B felony, of her elderly mother while she was…
Jackson County, AL – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:20 p.m. Sunday, March 24, has claimed two lives. The 17-year-old driver, of Dutton, was fatally injured when the 1984 Oldsmobile Delta 88 the teen was driving, left the roadway and struck a tree. A passenger of the Oldsmobile, Andrew S. Turner, 19, of…
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is kicking off its fourthannual ‘Think Smart Before You Start’ spring safety campaign as students of all ages and theirfamilies prepare for end-of-the-school-year festivities such as spring break, prom and theupcoming graduation season. Ideally, parents should also set aside time with their teens to ensuresafety is always…
DeKalb County – A Tornado touchdown was recorded on Thursday, March 15, 2024, just south of County Road 72, leaving some minor damage in the area. The Tornado was rate an EF-0, with peak winds of 85 mph, path wide of 77 yards, and was on the ground for approximately 0.19 miles. The Tornado revealed…
March 11, 2024 Plainview High School students showcased their technological prowess at the recent NACC Regional ACTE Tech Fair, held on March 5, 2024, and brought home an impressive array of medals. The event, which drew participants from across the region, provided a platform for students to demonstrate their skills and innovations across various technological…
Montgomery, Ala. – A new state law seeks to drive down motor vehicle-related fatalities caused by distracted driving. In 2022, almost seven percent of all motor vehicle-related fatalities in Alabama were caused by distracted driving. The Alabama Legislature responded in 2023 by passing a law intended to slow the increasing number of people being killed by…
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $627,110 to assist five police and sheriffs’ departments in upgrading or purchasing new equipment to improve public safety. The grants to police departments in Fort Payne, Cordova and Repton and sheriffs’ departments in Walker and Montgomery counties are designed to help those law enforcement agencies work more effectively…
By Josh Bean | For the AHSAA BIRMINGHAM – Once Ider High School built an eight-point lead with approximately two minutes remaining in Friday’s AHSAA Class 2A girls’ state basketball championship game versus defending state champion Mars Hill Bible, the Hornets fed the ball to point guard Makinley Traylor.Good decision. She delivered, especially at the…
Tuberville Team to Host Meetings Across Alabama, Starting with DeKalb County February 22, 2024 Rainsville, Al. – Senator Tommy Tuberville has announced the launch of the Tuberville Team’s State Satellite Office initiative, a series of meetings across Alabama aimed at engaging with constituents, addressing concerns, and providing assistance with casework. The local meeting for DeKalb…
News Release from Little River Canyon National Preserve February 20, 2024 Residents and visitors to the backcountry area off CR 295 are advised to take note of a prescribed burn scheduled for tomorrow, February 21st. Weather conditions currently appear favorable for the burn, which aims to manage vegetation and reduce wildfire risk in the region….
GADSDEN POST—At approximately 9:49 a.m. Monday, Feb. 12, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division was notified that a fallen tree has caused road blockage. All lanes on Alabama 117 near Valley Head city limits, in Dekalb County are currently closed and will be for an undetermined amount of time. Troopers…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office received a complaint about a substitute teacher possibly having inappropriate relations with a student. The complaint was investigated by DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office and today, Stephanie Mechelle Woods (45 of Henagar) has been arrested and booked into the DeKalb County Detention Center and charged with School Employee Engaging in a…
Date: 02/05/2024Title: Press ReleasePosted By: Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for February 2 thru February 4, 2024 Friday February 2nd Incidents 1 Arrests Francisco Manuel, age 34 of Fort Payne, was arrested for DUI at 12:29 am 3 Accidents with 0 Injuries Saturday February 3rd Incidents 3 Arrests Randy Lamar Crawford, age 50…
MONTGOMERY – February 6, marks Safer Internet Day, a global initiative aimed atpromoting a safer and more responsible use of online technology and mobile phones, especiallyamong children and young people. In light of this important day, the Alabama Law EnforcementAgency’s (ALEA) Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is joining forces withlaw enforcement agencies and…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – We have gotten together and compiled our yearly statistics for 2023. Our compilation consists of total miles driven, number of reports taken, to the number of hang ups answered. Gathering all of this information not only helps the public see how hard…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – In the first month of 2024, Narcotics Agents have been busy. Agents have seized 600 grams of methamphetamine, 3168 grams of marijuana, 2 grams of cocaine, 103 DU of controlled pills, 1 gram of spice and executed 2 search warrants. These cases…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, February 10th , starting at 7:30 am. Our program this month will feature the local candidates that are running for office in Dekalb County. All the unopposed candidates will have an opportunity to speak briefly but, the candidates that are in a contested race will be given…
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall released the following press release today regarding a joint investigation and prosecution: Former Dekalb County Attorney and Judicial Candidate Sentenced for Multiple Felony Convictions Teresa Darwin Phillips, 43, of Sylvania, a former attorney and candidate for DeKalb County District Judge, was sentenced by Circuit Court Judge Jeremy Taylor to 20…
For Immediate Release Contact: Russell Gulley 256-845-0203 home office 727-308-8156 cell Email: [email protected] Fort Payne,Al. Feb.2nd, Hiroya Tsukamoto, internationally acclaimed master guitarist is coming to Fort Payne for one inschool performance as part of the Ol’Man Russell Gulley Arts in Education Program 2024.That evening, he’ll perform at Mater’s down town Fort Payne, at 7pm in…
According to Sheriff Jeff Shaver, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office has teamed up with Central Alabama Crime Stoppers. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization that brings together law enforcement, media, and the community to stop, solve and prevent crime. Crime Stoppers also encourages members of the community to assist local law enforcement agencies in the…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Former officer, Jairo Alexander Castillo (32 of Collinsville), was arrested and taken into custody by Alabama State Bureau of Investigation today around noon. Castillo is a former employee with DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office as a school resource officer. Castillo was taken into…
HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that nighttime single-lane closures for a $23.7 million rehabilitation project on the Interstate 65 Tennessee River Bridges will begin the evening of Sunday, Jan. 28, weather permitting. With exceptions for certain work items, ALDOT is restricting lane closures to nights to minimize impacts to traffic during…
ABINGDON, VA (Friday, January 19, 2024) – Shelves are stocked in preparation for the much-anticipated January 24th opening of the new Food City in Gadsden, AL. The 53,700 square foot supermarket is the retailer’s second location in Alabama. “We are excited to be joining the Gadsden retail community. We look forward to serving the citizens…
Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division have received reports of icy roadway conditions with the following counties. Limestone Alabama 227 near the state park is shut down with barricades.
Jan. 17, 2024 HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists of the threat of “black ice” on north Alabama roadways tonight and early Thursday. Black ice is so-called because it is difficult to see on pavement. ALDOT made progress on a number of primary roadways today as sunshine combined with treatments applied by ALDOT…
As of the latest weather forecasts, an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms is anticipated on Friday afternoon into Friday evening across parts of East Central and Southeast Alabama, much of Central Georgia, and South Carolina into Southern North Carolina. Surrounded by a Slight Risk Area that extends from Mississippi to the Carolinas. Summary: Severe weather…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, January 13th , at 7:30 am. Our featured guest speaker this month is Robert Aderholt. Congressman Aderholt is our Representative of the 4th Congressional District. Please make plans to attend. The meeting is held at the Cattle Stampede Steak House in Fort Payne, formally the Western Sizzlin….
Reminder: The DeKalb County Republican Women will meet on Monday, January 22 at 6pm at Desoto Golf Club in Fort Payne. State Rep Mark Gidley will be our speaker. We will also be accepting new members for the 2024 year. Come join us!
GADSDEN POST–At approximately 9:48 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 9, a tree that has fallen across the roadway has caused road blockage. The northbound lanes of Interstate 59 near the 199 mile marker is currently closed and will be for an undetermined amount of time. Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division will…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Sunday, January 7th, DeKalb County Deputies and Officers with Rainsville Police Department responded to a residence on Dawson Ave in the Shiloh community in regards to an assault with a knife. As the initial deputy neared the residence, he encountered a male subject on foot fleeing from the location and…
