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October 1, 2019 Press Release from Rainsville Police Department On September 29, 2019 the Rainsville Police Department received a call of a burglar alarm at 5 Star Foods, located at 982 Main St. East in Rainsville. Officers from the Rainsville Police Department and Officer Levi Bates of the Fyffe Police Department responded to the call….
Shane Lee Henegar, 47, of Fort Payne was sentenced to serve 20 years in prison for robbery and sexual assault following his pleas of guilty in court. Henegar appeared before Circuit Judge Jeremy Taylor on September 26, 2019 and entered pleas of guilty to Robbery, 1st Degree, Sodomy, 1st Degree, Breaking and Entering a Motor…
Press Release: MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey and Hal Taylor, Secretary of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), on Tuesday kicked off the countdown to a federal deadline requiring a more secure identification to fly domestically on commercial aircraft and to enter military bases and certain federal facilities. During the press conference, Governor Ivey urged Alabama citizens…
The Fort Payne City Council met in regular session today and conducted the follow business: Approved a $1,000 appropriation to The Fort Payne High School “Best Robotics” team Approved to pay half the cost of new tennis courts at Fort Payne High School, approximately $214,000. This includes refurbishing the current four courts and building four…
Over the last week, the Alabama Forestry Commission’s wildland firefighters have responded to 182 wildfires across Alabama, burning approximately 2,608 acres. These numbers include a 470-acre fire in Talladega County, one for 391 acres in DeKalb County, and several which were over 100 acres, but they do not reflect the numerous fires suppressed by volunteer…
Art students from Plainview High School entered some of their art in last week’s 64th Annual Dekalb County VFW Fair, in Fort Payne, Al. Plainview Art teacher, Mrs. Regina Huber, shared this picture of the students with winning artwork and their awards. 9-12 grade Harrison Huber – 2nd place ribbon Jose Francisco – 5th place…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On Tuesday night (September 24, 2019), a man was arrested after entering the home of an elderly woman and severely injuring her in the Mount Vernon Community (on County Road 354). The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office dispatch received a call from the victim around 11:30 pm that night and deputies were…
Rainsville Police Chief Kevin Smith reminds everyone it’s time again for Coffee with a cop. This years event will be on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, from 5-6 pm, at McDonalds in Rainsville, Al. Chief Smith says, “Come by and lets have a discussion over some coffee.” Thank you and have a blessed day. Chief Kevin…
From Assistant Chief Deputy Steve Guthrie, Marshall County Sheriff’s Office On July 26th a burglary occurred at the Union Grove Food Town on Union Grove Rd. Surveillance cameras depicting a subject covering his face with a belt. Our office then shared a photo taken the night of the burglary and thanks to the tips from…
SUBJECT: Activity for September 23 thru September 26, 2019 Monday September 23rd Incidents Burglary – Occurred at 3019 Gault Ave N, currency and gift cards were taken, valued at $255.00 2 Arrests Khloe Tighe Kennedy, age 19 of Scottsboro, was arrested for Underage Consumption of Alcohol at 11:28 pm A 17 year old juvenile…
The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office has worked a total of 5 suicides in the last week. Three of these suicides have occurred in the last 24 hours. Earlier today, we also responded to two attempted suicides.While we generally do not do media releases regarding suicides, this is a higher rate than normal. We would like…
Fort Payne Parks & Recreation Game Days for Ages 55 and up FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Fort Payne Parks and Recreation Wills Valley Recreation Center will offer game days twice month for those age 55 and up. Here are the days and events planned: 1st Wednesday of each month is board and card games with light…
New data released from the United States Drought Monitor ( https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/ ) shows most of the Southeastern United States in “Abnormally Dry to Severe Drought Conditions”. This is the reason the Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a state wide Fire Alert or Burn Ban for the State of Alabama. In the image above, you can…
Fire Alert Issued for Alabama As of September 25, 2019 The Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) has upgraded the recent Fire Danger Advisory to a statewide Fire Alert effective immediately. While under a Fire Alert, permits for outdoor burning will be restricted and issued on an individual basis at the discretion of the State Forester. Anyone…
Press Release: Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for September 16 thru September 19, 2019 Monday September 16th Incidents 3 Arrests Jamie Christine Watts, age 39 of Fort Payne, was arrested for DUI at 1:25 am Theresa Michelle Jennings, age 28 of Gaylesville, was arrested for Resisting Arrest and Two Warrants for Failure to…
On October 2nd, 2019, Sheriff Jeff Shaver and deputies from the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, strengthen relationships, and drink coffee. All community members are invited to attend. The event begins at 7AM on October 2nd at the Coosa Corner in…
According to Sheriff Jeff Shaver, two women were arrested by Cherokee County deputies on Friday, minutes after a burglary occurred on County Road 99 in the Broomtown Community. An observant citizen spotted a suspicious vehicle pulled into a driveway and reported it to the Sheriff’s Office. Deputy John Sentell and Investigator Tony Monroy, who were…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Last night (September 20, 2019) at approximately 2 am, the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Criminal Interdiction Unit apprehended a fugitive who was wanted in Missouri on several outstanding warrants. The Collinsville Police Department also was on scene to assist with…
From the National Weather Service in Huntsville, Al. “With the lack of rainfall & hot temps a majority of the TN Valley is experiencing drought conditions.” As you can see by the above map, a large area of Alabama and Tennessee are experiencing drought conditions. In the State of Alabama, the Alabama Forestry Commission has…
The Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) has issued a Fire Danger Advisory for all 67 Alabama counties effective immediately until rainfall is received. Current drought conditions and persistent high temperatures have combined to create a high probability of fuel ignition and an atmosphere favorable for wildfires. In the last 30 days, AFC wildland firefighters have battled…
On Wednesday September 18, 2019, at approximately 10 AM, a man walked into the Jackson County Courthouse in Scottsboro, AL. armed with a handgun on his side. After being refused entry by Courthouse Security Deputies, the man drew his weapon and was shot. Medical attention was provided at the scene and he was later transported…
In Monday night’s council workshop, Mayor Rodger Lingerfelt informed the city council that going forward only items on the agenda will be brought up in council meetings. Also, he informed them that all new employees hired will go through the Mayor, “I will be interviewing all the people that we hire going forward”. Councilmember Derek…
Two Year Investigation Leads to Murder Arrest On Tuesday September 17, 2019, Investigators of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Divisions arrested Byron Keith SHIREY age 58 of Dutton, Alabama in connection with the May 24, 2017 murder of his father, Charles SHIREY. This murder took place at Charles SHIREY’s residence on County Road…
Rainsville Police Department placed a black rose and blue rose at the First Responders Memorial in the Rainsville City Park in memory of Investigator Dornell Cousette of the Tuscaloosa Police Department that was killed in the line of duty. Investigator Cousette was shot and killed while attempting to serve a warrant at a home in…
On Thursday September 13, 2019, at approximately 1:00 am, members of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Patrol Division, conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near Alabama Highway 40 and Jackson County Road 322 in Henegar, AL. During this stop, Deputies observed small quantity of Marijuana inside the vehicle and conducted search. During this search…
In regular meeting, on September 10, 2019, the Dekalb County Commission voted to accept a bid award for Project No. ST-025-888-020. According to Ben Luther, County Engineer, this is some State Roads and Bridge Fund money, that were secured by State Representative Nathaniel Ledbetter. This contract will go toward resurfacing Co. Rd. 651 and various…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Last Thursday, the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Interdiction team assisted with the seizure of 24 pounds of methamphetamine on Highway 35 in Fort Payne. Investigators with the Madison County Sheriff Department Narcotics Unit completed a six month investigation into the trafficking of large amounts of “Ice” into the North…
From Trooper Curtis Summerville, Troop F Public Information Officer, with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency GADSDEN POST – A pedestrian was killed today, Sept. 6, while changing a flat tire on the Interstate 59 in DeKalb County. The crash occurred at 2:35 p.m. at the 202 mile marker, three miles south of Collinsville. Christian Kole…
The Rainsville City Council met this week on Thursday, September 5, 2019, instead of on Monday, due to the Labor Day holiday. The council approved to accept the bid of $320,066.00 to build the culverts for the Boozer Bridge Project. Approved to build slopped headwalls on eight culverts that are already installed Approved to pave…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Wednesday, agents with the DeKalb Co. Narcotics and Interdiction Unit arrested a 16 year old for trafficking in methamphetamine after a chase. Agents along with the Mentone Police Department, were on Alabama Highway 117 near Mentone. While there, officers observed a vehicle…
Fort Payne, Al. September 5, 2019 The following information was published on the Fort Payne Police Departments Official Facebook page this morning: “Rumors about a gun at the FPHS pep rally…We wanted to address rumors that are circulating on some social media sites. It has been brought to our attention that someone had brought or…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — A man is in custody for allegedly stealing air conditioning units from a preschool in Henagar. The theft took place around 3 am on August 21, 2019. The units were taken from the Busy Bees Preschool on Highway 75 in Henagar. The…
News Release from Trooper Curtis Summerville, Troop E Public Information Officer with the ALEA GADSDEN POST – A two-vehicle crash today, Sept. 3, claimed the life of a Etowah County man. Danny Ray Vasser, 63, of Atalla was killed when the 2001 Harley Davidson motorcycle that he was operating collided with a 2014 Volva tractor…
The Fort Payne City Council met on Tuesday, September 03, 2019 and did the first reading of Resolution 2019-03. This is an ordinance annexing certain property located off of Roden Drive, in the Fischer Community, and is solely owned by Marlin and Ann Blalock. This property is proposed to be a sub-division. Adopted Resolution 2019-36,…
Dekalb Commission Meeting August 27, 2019 Road Department In the meeting Tom Broyles, Superintendent for the road department, gave a brief update on reclaiming work, chert being hauled in, grading, and packing work being done in the Ider area. He stated the department hopes to get started soon on the Hwy 835 project. Mr. Broyles…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Immunization Division, encourages food service owners and managers to consider requiring hepatitis A vaccine for all food workers. While food workers are not at a higher risk than other workers, some fall into high-risk groups and would place customers at risk if they became infected….
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is reminding Alabama drivers about three new laws that will take effect on September 1, 2019. The Alabama Legislators, during the 2019 session, increased fines for Move Over law violations, added new seat-belt requirements for all occupants in a motor vehicle, and strengthened the “Anti-Road Rage law”. Move Over: Act…
According to Dekalb County Sheriff Nick Welden, Dekalb County School Buses are now being fitted with new High Definition (HD) cameras, to help better protect children. These cameras will automatically turn on any time a school bus is making a stop, to load or unload children. The HD cameras are capable of recording very fine…
According to Assistant Chief Deputy Steve Guthrie, with the The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, his department investigated two reports related to an incident that took place at Douglas High School on August 19, 2019. At the conclusion of the investigation, a petition was signed against a juvenile for Assault, 2nd degree, on an educator, employed…
First State Bank is providing a free “Identity Thief and Cyber Security Discussion” on September 9, 2019, at 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm, at the DeKalb Theater in Fort Payne. Special speaker will be Mr. Darren J. Mott, FBI Special Agent and Senior Cyber Counter Intelligence expert. This event is open to the public and…
For Immediate Release Report to Congress Concludes That 3-Digit Dialing Code Would Improve Access to This Critical Service for Americans in Crisis — WASHINGTON, August 15, 2019—The Federal Communications Commission’s Wireline Competition Bureau and Office of Economics and Analytics today announced that they have sent a report to Congress which recommends that the Commission…
The Dekalb County Commission held its regular meeting on Tuesday, August 13, 2019. The Commission, through executive order, declared today, August 13, 2019, as Luther and Billie Townson Day. The couple celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary on July 4, 2019, and the Commission presented the couple with a resolution of this declaration. Dekalb County Sheriff…
Date: 08/09/2019 Title: Press Release Posted By: Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for August 5 thru August 8, 2019 Monday August 5th Incidents Theft of Property – Occurred at 1823 Glenn Blvd SW, miscellaneous merchandise was taken, valued at $300.00 3 Arrests Crystal Marie Coots, age 42 of Fort Payne, was arrested for…
According to the National Weather Service, excessive heat will develop this coming Sunday, August 11, 2019 and last through early next week. High temperatures across the region will be reaching the mid to upper 90s. These high temperatures combined with humid air, will push heat index values up between the 105-110 degrees range on Monday…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On Tuesday, Deputies with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force, Troopers, and Officers with the Henagar and Powell Police Departments conducted a ‘Back to School’ saturation operation. The purpose of the operation was to take as many…
The Cherokee County Emergency Management Agency is pleased to announce that we have officially released our new mobile app. This is an interactive mobile app designed to assist the citizens and visitors of Cherokee County before, during, and after an emergency or disaster whether natural or manmade. Director Shawn Rogers said that the app provides…
Fort Payne Police department responded to an 18 wheeler accident this morning around 6:00 am, at “Joe’s Truck Stop”. “Joe’s Truck Stop” is located in Fort Payne, at the base of Lookout Mountain, on Alabama Highway 35. There were injuries involved, but those were believed to be minor. As of 7:55 am, Fort Payne Police…
Marshall County escapee captured by DCSO in Kilpatrick From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Sunday night (July 28, 2019) at approximately 8 pm, DeKalb County Deputies apprehended a fugitive from Marshall County in Kilpatrick. William Harry Humphries Jr. (45 of Albertville) was apprehended after a traffic stop on…
The group ALABAMA, from Fort Payne, Al., will receive a major award this October, the Lifetime Achievement Award, along with being inducted into the Musician’s Hall of Fame. The Musician’s Hall of Fame announced on July 16, 2019, the inductees for the 2019 year, which includes Randy Owens, Teddy Gentry, and Jeff Cook, the group…
FORT PAYNE, AL. – On Tuesday night, July 16, 2019, around 9:00 pm, officers responded to a domestic disturbance call on Dean Road in Fort Payne, Al. Upon arriving, police officers say a man attempted to use his vehicle as a weapon during the event and at least one officer fired a shot, at some…
Dekalb County – A single-vehicle crash today, June 29, has claimed the life of a Georgia man. James Harold Hillis, 61, of Silver Creek, Ga., was killed when the 1999 Mack tractor trailer he was driving ran off the roadway and struck a ditch before overturning and catching fire. Hillis was pronounced dead at the…
HUNTSVILLE —The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that construction began today on emergency bridge repairs at Interstate 59 and DeKalb County 140 at Sulphur Springs (Exit 239). After the bridge was damaged in a crash May 29, ALDOT sought bids and awarded an $628,200 emergency contract for repairs to Wright Brothers Construction. I-59 southbound…
The group Alabama’s Fan Appreciation Week is June 20-23, 2019. Mark your calendars now to support Randy Owen, Teddy Gentry, and Jeff Cook as they celebrate 50 years of music. The opening event is Teddy Gentry’s Singing With The Stars, Thursday, June 20th, 6 pm at the Tom Bevill Lyceum on the campus of Northeast…
The Rainsville City Council met Monday, June 03, 2019. The council informed the public that there is a no burn order in effect, which bans outside burning, until October 31, 2019, for air quality. Announced the City received $16,500 from the insurance company for a recent totaled police car. Discussed the Boozer Bridge project. The…
Date: 05/29/2019 Title: Press Release On Tuesday May 28th at approximately 4:57 pm a call of a two-vehicle accident was reported to the Fort Payne Police Department Chief Randy Bynum stated. Officers arrived on scene and discovered a 2003 Jeep Liberty, driven by Robert Joseph Hairell age 21 of Fort Payne and a 1997 Nissan…
05/29/2019 Governor Ivey Signs Bill lowering DeKalb County Pistol Permit Price Earlier today (Wednesday, May 29, 2019), Governor Kay Ivey signed into law Alabama Senate Bill 284 (House Bill 433) which would lower the pistol permit price in DeKalb County from $25 to $15. The new price will be effective at 8:01 am tomorrow (Thursday,…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 29, 2019 I-59S traffic diverted following crash ALDOT planning emergency bridge repairs HUNTSVILLE —The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that the DeKalb County 140 bridge over Interstate 59 at Sulphur Springs (Exit 239), about 1.5 miles from the Georgia state line, was closed to the public after being damaged in…
According to Alabama State Troopers, an 18 wheeler crashed early this morning striking the overpass bridge at the Sulphur Springs Exit, exit 239, on I-59 southbound. There is one confirmed fatality and the bridge is shut down at this time. The bridge will remain shut down until the ALDOT can inspect the structural integrity of…
The Dekalb County Commission met for their regular meeting, on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 10:00 am. In this meeting, Dekalb County Commission President Ricky Harcrow recognized Mr. & Mrs. Walter Brooks, who celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary in December 2018. Mr. Harcrow, through executive order, declared today as Walter & Christine Brooks Day in…
EXPLOSIVES FOUND: (Update, device has been removed from the scene) The DeKalb Co. DTF, Collinsville PD, and DCSO were on KC Lane in Collinsville where explosive material was found. The state bomb squad (ALEA EOD) removed the device from the scene. There is no immediate danger to the public. We will update you when more…
The Fort Payne City Council held their regular meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. In the meeting, Mayor Larry Chesser explained that years ago there was a national day set aside that was called “Mayor’s day of Recognition”. This day is to recognize either individuals or groups that are of a great service to their…
The Rainsville City Council met Monday, May 20, 2019. The council approved the following: • To purchase 100 garbage cans. • To finishing the paving on George Wallace around the bridge for a cost of $9000.00. • Accepted Nick Knopps resignation from the Police Department. • To hire Josh Wilson as sergeant to the police…
The Dekalb County Technology Center (DCTC) held its 2019 Awards Day, at the Dekalb County School Coliseum, on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. With over 400 students in attendance. DCTC recognized senior Hannah Spradling, who had the highest overall GPA, and Steven Cornelius, Boys State representative from DCTC. Pictured above are the National Honor Society inductees…
With the help of workforce funding and local support, Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) has begun a Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL) program. Key to the local support was the donation of a tractor truck by local businessman Samuel Noble of Noble LLC. The 160-hour program, which started May 6, will train students to earn their…
RAINSVILLE, AL. – Tommy Tuberville, former Auburn head coach, who is running for the U.S. Senate, made a campaign stop in Rainsville, Al. today and spoke at the Founders Club. Candidate Tuberville stated “that I retired two years ago, I could be fishing or playing golf, and everybody goes…you’re doing what? Yeah, I’m doing it,…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Beginning this fall, DeKalb County students interested in a career in law enforcement will be able to take Criminal Justice classes through the DeKalb County Board of Education. The classes will be taught by the DeKalb County School Resource Officers (SRO). The…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Last night at approximately 8:30 pm, Deputies and Investigators were dispatched to 2506 County Road 20 in Skirum (near Dawson) regarding a possible shooting. Upon arrival, a male was found deceased at the scene. The decedent has been identified as Jeremy Heath…
According to Trooper Curtis Summerville, Public Information Officer, with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency a three-vehicle crash today, May 6, in DeKalb County has claimed one life and injured another. Roger A. Pragit, 65 of Dawson was injured when the 2013 Toyota Camry he was driving struck a 2014 Ford F-150 before striking a 2018…
The Rainsville City Council met Monday, May 6, 2019. The council approved the following: The purchase 100 chairs for the council and court chambers for $2100.00. To hire Kevin Brown to do sewer line repair for a cost of $7500.00. To hire Johnny Clem to do sewer repair work on Lofton Street in the…
Plainview’s Jeffery Armstrong recently received a basketball scholarship to the University of Southern Mississippi. Armstrong, a 2018 graduate of Plainview High School, was point guard and a key member of the 2017-2018, Class 3A State Championship basketball team at Plainview. “We are extremely proud for Jeffery to be afforded this opportunity. We have all witnessed…
The Plainview Lady Bears softball team advances to the Class 3A Regionals next week to play Colbert Heights. The Bears defeated Geraldine, in a rain delayed game 1. Game 1 started on Wednesday night, but had to be delayed due to thunderstorms. The game picked back up on Thursday at 12:00 noon, with the Bears…
The information below was posted on the official Jason Barnett, DeKalb County Superintendent Facebook page this morning about a possible threat to Geraldine High School. Below is the quote from his Facebook post: “I want to address a potential threat to Geraldine High School that has been brought to my attention this evening. Many of…
Cornerstone Christian Academy’s (CCA) Track and Field Team recently competed, on Thursday April 25, 2019, in the Alabama Christian Athletic Association’s state track meet. As a team, members in both the Jr high and Sr high divisions won medals in a total of 18 events. The Sr high girls placed 2nd overall and Sr high…
The Alabama Department of Public Safety today (April 24, 2019), reported a person with a confirmed case of the measles traveled through Alabama and made a stop in Fort Payne, Al., possibly exposing others to the serious infection. On April 23, the Tennessee Department of Health reported to the Alabama Department of Public Health that…
Sign-up for the Rainsville Public Library’s Summer Reading Program begins Wednesday, May 1st and will run through Monday, June 3rd. This year’s theme is “A Universe of Stories.” Children who have completed grades K-6 and live in DeKalb or Jackson counties are eligible to participate in the program. The library will have several programs throughout…
According to Alabama State Trooper Public Information Officer Curtis Summerville a single-vehicle crash today, April 22, claimed the life of a Jackson County man. Aaron Wayne West, 28, of Higdon was killed when the 2006 Infinity he was driving struck a horse, left the roadway and overturned. West, who was not using a seatbelt, was…
This year the City of Henagar will celebrate National Police Week (May 12 – 18) by placing Blue Bows throughout the city for the month of May. In conjunction with the unveiling of the First Responder’s Memorial in Rainsville City Park on May 18, 2019. Mayor Lee Davis and The City Council of Henagar would…
Students from across Dekalb County won numerous awards today at the SkillsUSA State Competition in Birmingham, Al. These students were representing the Dekalb County Technology Center located in Rainsville, Al. Dakota Atchley won the 2019 Alabama State SkillsUSA State Championship in Advanced Welding, Peyton Ervin won the 2019 Alabama State SkillsUSA State Championship in Beginner…
The Rainsville City Council met Monday, April 15, 2019. The council approved the following: Approved the minutes from the last meeting. Approved to purchase life guard uniforms for a cost of $1728.94. Approved to buy a lawn mower for $12750.00. Passed a resolution for the school sales tax holiday for July 19 – 21, 2019. …
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On April 27th, DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Drug Take Back Initiative at First State Bank, located at 246 Main Street East Rainsville. The take back will be starting at 8 am…
Thursday, April 18, 2019 Severe Weather – Northern Alabama escaped the Severe Weather event from last night, but other places to our South and West did not. Remember, any time The Storm Prediction Center puts out a Severe Weather Outlook for a large area, that means conditions are favorable within that area for severe weather…
MONTGOMERY — More than 200 Alabama city leaders, county commissioners and others including representatives from DeKalb County joined Gov. Kay Ivey last week as she officially kicked off a year-long effort to ensure Alabama reaches maximum participation in next year’s census. The Alabama Counts event at the state Capitol was conducted one year in advance…
Dekalb County Superintendent Jason Barnett causes confusion with call on “bus and transportation only delay” today because of Tornado Warnings that were issued for Dekalb, Marshall, and Jackson counties in northern Alabama. Many parents took to social media questioning why only the buses were delayed and not schools and student drivers. The official phone call…
According to Trooper Curtis Summerville, Public Information Officer with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, A single-vehicle crash Wednesday, April 3, in Marshall County has claimed the life of a Guntersville teen. A 16-year-old teen was killed when his vehicle left the roadway, struck a bridge and overturned. The teen driver was pronounced dead at the…
The Fire Science Program from the Dekalb County Technology Center will be traveling to the State SkillsUSA Conference to compete in the competition. The Conference will be April 15 – 17, 2019. The DeKalb County Commission recently donated $500.00 to the DCTC Fire Science Program to help with expenses as they travel to SkillsUSA State…
The Dekalb County Sheriff’s Office held a promotion ceremony for Deputies Nathaniel Bates and Andy Brown today. Officer Bates and Officers Brown were both promoted to Sergeant. Pictured with each officer is Dekalb County Sheriff, Nick Weldon.
It is time to honor the First Responders of DeKalb County on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 2:00p.m. The First Responders committee would like to encourage everyone to come together as a community to celebrate and show appreciation to first responders for their long hours, time away from their families, and putting their lives on…
On this date, 45 years ago, this country saw the one of the most devastating natural disasters to ever occur. At that time, April 3rd & 4th, 1974 would come to be known as the largest Tornado outbreak to occur in the United States. This weather event, known as the 1974 Super Outbreak, produced 147…
Official Press Release from Jackson County Sheriff’s Office On Friday March 29, 2019, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and Narcotics Investigators along with the Dekalb County Drug Task Force, ALEA Drug Task Force Region F, and Stevenson Police Department executed a search warrant at on County Road 70 in Stevenson, AL.. This search was part…
The Fort Payne City Council held their regular meeting today. Robert Avery, representative for the 2020 Census addressed the Mayor and Council regarding the upcoming 2020 Census about its importance for the State and local area. He stated they are currently hiring workers for the Census and are about 30 short of what they need…
Friday March 29th Official Press Release from FPPD Incidents Theft of Property – Occurred at 200 Gault Ave S, a wallet with contents and a ZTE cell phone were taken, valued at $75.00 Theft of Property – Occurred at Wal-Mart, several miscellaneous items were taken, valued at $357.61 8 Arrests Jeanette Yasmin Rios, age…
Layne Fortner and Matthew Johnson, on behalf of the Cornerstone Christian Academy football team and coaches, thanked the Rainsville City Council for the use of the football field and facilities at the Field of Dreams. Layne Fortner said, “Many of us have dreamed of playing football for Cornerstone our entire life and thanks to ya’ll…
What is New at the Zoo? If you haven’t been to the Birmingham zoo lately then you haven’t been to the zoo! The Birmingham zoo, is managed by a private non-profit corporation, has redesigned the properties and modernized the facilities. The Birmingham Zoo offers guests of all ages the opportunity to encounter exotic animals of all…
Official Press Release 03/29/2019 Missing 17 Year Old and 9 Month Old Child The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information to the whereabouts of Shayla Hope WOOD and her 9 month old male child, both who were reported missing by family on March 27, 2019 from their home in Flat Rock, Alabama. WOOD is…
Official Press Release from FPPD, March 29, 2019 Friday March 22nd Incidents Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle – Occurred at 1506 Forest Ave NW, a 1994 Chevrolet Pickup was taken, valued at $5000.00 Damaged Vehicle – Occurred at 2001 Glenn Blvd SW, a grill was damaged and emblem on a 2007 GMC was…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Yesterday (March 27, 2019) DeKalb County Deputies, Investigators, and Drug Task Force Agents conducted a 12 hour saturation operation on Sand Mountain during the Spring Break Holiday. All the arrests were made during traffic stops resulting from increased patrols. The Alabama Law…
Press release from FPPD, March 28, 2019 Airport Road Arrest Chief Randy Bynum stated at 12:50 am on March 28 a traffic stop on Airport Road led to the arrest of two individuals for trafficking in methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. The subjects were identified as Eusebio Billy Duane Sanchez, age 34 of Fort…
The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office held a promotion ceremony today for several of their patrol deputies. Lt. Brad Edmondson was promoted to Captain, Sgt. Sethe Greene to Lieutenant, Deputy Willie Underwood to Sergeant, and Deputy Jeff Bain to Sergeant. DeKalb County Sheriff, Nick Weldon, is show congratulating each officer..
Caution Urged with All Burning The Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) is advising people to use extreme caution with all debris burning and outdoor fires. At this time of year with lower humidity and March winds, fires can quickly spread out of control, not only threatening lives, but also endangering homes and property, as well as…
Chief Randy Bynum stated on March 26th at approximately 9:30 pm, Sebastian Clay Burt, age 18 of Fort Payne, was taken into custody and charged with receiving stolen property 2nd degree. His charge stems from a hand gun that was taken from the Sequoyah Trailer park vehicle break-ins earlier that night. Mr. Burt was also…
