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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…
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…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. -DeKalb County Narcotics and Criminal Interdiction Unit, Deputies and K-9 Unit, Sylvania, Fyffe, Rainsville and Powell PD’s, along with DHR and DAS are always there to help when we call. We can never thank you all enough for everything you do. During the month of December, 16 individuals were arrested and charged…
MONTGOMERY – This week, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will wrap up2023 with the launch of its annual “12 Days of Safety” Campaign to run throughout the holidayseason. The campaign is a fun and festive platform designed to engage citizens and inviteAgency partners to join in sharing important safety tips and reminders that can…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – DeKalb County Sheriff’s Deputies, Narcotics Agents and Criminal Investigations, Officers with Powell, Fyffe, Henagar, Sylvania and Ider PD’s and Marshall County Sheriff’s Office arrested 23 on drug related charged during the month of November. We greatly appreciate you all and the working relationships we have with all of you. On Friday,…
By Josh Bean | For the AHSAA TUSCALOOSA – The Fyffe dynasty continues. The Red Devils (14-1) earned a 43-24 victory over Reeltown (13-1), coached by Matt Johnson, in Friday’s AHSAA Super 7 Class 2A state football championship game at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Fyffe’s Logan Anderson ran 34 times for 256 yards and four touchdowns as…
Potential Flash Flooding and Severe Thunderstorms Threaten the State Alabama residents are urged to stay weather-aware as a potent storm system approaches, bringing with it the potential for heavy rainfall, flooding, strong to damaging wind gusts, and a few Tornadoes. The severe weather is expected to impact the state late Saturday afternoon, persisting into the…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Dekalb County Sheriff’s Office received complaints about a DeKalb County substitute teacher having a sexual relationship with a student. The complaints were investigated by DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Unit. On Thursday December 7, 2023, substitute teacher, Kristen Jade Ford (age 30) was arrested on the charge of School Employee Engaging in a Sex…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, December 9th, at 7:30 am. The featured guest speaker the meeting will be Dylan Smith, who is a spokesman from Congressman Dale Strong’s staff. Please make plans to attend the DeKalb County Republican Breakfast Club meeting this Saturday, December 9, 2023, beginning at 7:30 am, doors will…
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. – Warm your hearts this winter at Rock City Gardens’Enchanted Garden of Lights! Chattanooga’s brightest holiday light experience takes place everyevening beginning at 4:30 p.m. from November 17 through January 6 (excluding ChristmasEve). This wonderland of a million lights illuminates six distinct holiday realms and featuresfestive fun for everyone. The journey begins…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – The DeKalb County Drug Task Force, along with Sylvania Police Department, Dekalb County Criminal Investigation Division, and Dekalb County Deputies worked tirelessly to shut down this one stop fentanyl shop, the defendants cut, packaged, sold and delivered their products with no concern to public safety. After Agents obtained a Search Warrant…
Rainsville, November 30th – The Festive Season Kicks Off with Sparkling Parade As the calendar turns to December, the heartwarming spirit of the holiday season comes alive in DeKalb County. The enchantment begins on November 30th in Rainsville, where the community is invited to gather at 6:00 PM to witness a dazzling display of lights,…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Mr. Leon McClung is the best of the best! For several years now he has repaired old bicycles, fixed them up then delivered them to the Sheriff’s Office for a lot of special kiddos. If you get one of these bicycles that Mr. McClung has repaired, just know that they were…
MONTGOMERY – Thanksgiving marks one of the busiest weeks of the year on Alabamaroadways. This year, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) urges everyone to prepareto share the road with millions of other motorists as AAA predicts more than 49 millionAmericans will be driving during the upcoming holiday. “There is nothing better than making memories…
Press Release from Rainsville Police Department, November 21, 2023 On November 17th, 2023 at approximately 6:12AM patrolmen with Rainsville Police Department, as well as units from Henagar Police Department, Sylvania Police Department, and Dekalb County Sheriffs office responded to the 200 block of Carlyle Road in Rainsville for reports of shots being fired into a…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On Thursday, October 26th, Geraldine Police Department responded to Bethel Baptist Church on County Road 391 in regards to a Burglary in which a male subject had broken into Bethel Baptist Church through a side window. The case was then forwarded to the Dekalb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division and…
Statement from Scottsboro City School System 11/16/23 11:12 P.M. On the late evening of Thursday, November 16, 2023, Scottsboro City Schools was made aware by the Scottsboro Police Department that a student at Collins Intermediate School made a threat towards another student. While Scottsboro PD continues to investigate, school administration has suspended the student pending…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On November 9, 2023 the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Unit received a tip from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force in conjunction with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) that an individual…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On Monday, November 13th, DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office and 911 merge communications! This starts a new era of Dispatch. This has been in the works for approximately two years. It’s a must do and will benefit not only First Responders but all the people of DeKalb County, from our citizens, to…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. —DeKalb County Investigators were able to retrieve $59,800.75 for a victim that had been involved in a scam. Investigators worked diligently on this case with only a very small window to reverse the transfer and return the money to the victim’s account. The…
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued a statewide ‘No Burn Order.’ Today, she signed a statewide Drought Emergency Declaration – often referred to as a ‘No Burn Order’ – prohibiting all outdoor burning in Alabama. This order is effective November 9, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. Central Standard Time. “Alabama is currently experiencing extremely dry conditions, which…
MONTGOMERY – A total of 208 high school football teams earned berths in the AHSAA 58th annual State Football Playoffs which get underway next week with 28 first-round games scheduled for Thursday night, November 9. The remaining 76 games will be played Friday, November 11. The big shift in Thursday games is mainly due to…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of September 31 people were charged with drug related offenses. Thank you to DeKalb County Deputies, Narcotics Agents, SRT, Officers with Ider, Henagar, Geraldine, Powell, Sylvania Police Department’s, State Pardons and Parole and Officers with Jackson County. It takes all of us doing our parts and working together…
Residents Brace for Unusual Weather Patterns as October Ends October 30, 2023 Northeast Alabama – As the month of October draws to a close, residents of Northeast Alabama find themselves in the crosshairs of an uncommon meteorological confluence, with both a fire hazard and freeze warning set for Halloween, Tuesday, October 31, 2023. This unusual…
DeKalb County – In response to ongoing hazards that have been posing significant threats and creating fire emergencies, the DeKalb County Commission, at the request of the DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), has officially declared a Local State of Emergency and issued a County-Wide Burn Ban. This declaration, effective immediately, will remain in place…
Alabama faces an unprecedented drought, parching the state and raising concerns about escalating fire hazards. Prolonged dry conditions and tinder-dry landscapes are sounding alarm bells, with experts urging residents to exercise extreme caution. Alabama, known for its lush greenery and humid subtropical climate, is now experiencing an arid spell that is leaving the land thirsty…
HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that work will begin soonon a $13.8 million project to replace the Alabama 75 bridge over Town Creek in Lakeview in DeKalbCounty.Few impacts to traffic are anticipated because the new bridge will be constructed alongside the existingbridge, which will remain open to traffic during construction. After…
2023 Ider High School Volleyball Team Join the Excitement as They Battle for a Spot in Super Regionals Ider, AL. – The Lady Hornets have proven that hard work, dedication, and a whole lot of determination can propel a team to the top. With their outstanding performance throughout the season, they have earned the coveted…
The next meeting for the DeKalb County Republican Women will be held on Monday, October 23, 2023, starting at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the “The Old Barn on 35”, in Rainsville, AL. Justice Sarah Stewart and Attorney Jeff McCurdy will be speaking. Jeff is also providing food at 5:00 pm. Everyone…
The Qualifying period for all elected candidates for the Dekalb County Republican Primary Election opens on October 16th and will run thru November 10th 2023. All candidates that are interested in running for the upcoming terms will need to meet with Party Chairman David Gulledge to file the forms for consideration to be on the…
October 4, 2023 – millions of Americans across the nation will experience a momentary interruption in their daily routines today, as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) conducts the National Emergency Alert System (EAS) test. This annual test is a critical component of the country’s emergency preparedness, ensuring that the system is in optimal working…
Fort Payne, Alabama – October 3, 2023 In a spectacular display of creativity and artistic talent, students from Cornerstone Christian Academy’s Elementary Art Class made their mark at the recent DeKalb County VFW Fair. The school is thrilled to announce their remarkable achievements in this local competition, where young artists had the opportunity to showcase…
Fort Payne, Alabama – October 3, 2023 The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club is excited to announce its upcoming meeting, featuring a distinguished guest speaker, Nathaniel Ledbetter, Speaker of the House. Scheduled for Saturday, October 14th, the event will kick off bright and early at 7:30 am. The venue for this gathering is the Cattle Stampede…
Plainview students awarded ribbons for art at Dekalb County Fair Students pictured left to right: Kaden Light, Lexi Bowen, Madison Hale, Lillie Faulkner, Makayla Mathis, Aliyah Ash, Heaven Domingo, Alyssa Rowell, Florecita Rodriguez, Angelica Juan, Not pictured: Mackenzie Bell, Magda Habel, Ian Rogers, Alexander De La Cruz. Addalyn Higdon also received blue ribbons on 3…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Deputy Chief Investigator Priscilla Padgett and Investigator Paul Bell completed the FBI Basic Crisis Negotiation Course during the week of September 11-15 at Jacksonville State University Training Facility. Both, Deputy Chief Investigator Padgett and Investigator Bell, assist DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Special…
The City of Rainsville, the Zoning Division, and Planning Commission will have a hold a public meeting on Monday, September 25, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. Contractors, realtors, and citizens are encouraged to attend and address any questions or concerns regarding regulations that are in place for building homes, developing subdivisions; as well as zoning for…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — This past Sunday, September 17th, Sheriff Nick Welden administered the Oath of Office to Adam Moore, Bob Reynolds and Cat Reynolds. Chaplain Mike Harper has served DCSO for the past 5 years and says he would love to see more volunteer for…
Fort Payne, Alabama – September 15, 2023 The DeKalb County VFW Agricultural Fair is back for its 68th year, and it promises to be an event you won’t want to miss! From September 25 to September 30, 2023, Fort Payne, Alabama, will be bustling with excitement as the fair takes over with rides, entertainment, and…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Working along with the DeKalb County Commission, DeKalb County EMA and Board of Education, we were able to acquire a specific grant to purchase $14,000.00 worth of specialized chemical masks. These masks will be distributed to our Deputies, SRO’s, Investigators and Court…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – The month of August resulted in 32 arrested on drug related charges. We sincerely appreciate the help we got on these days, and every day, from Henagar, Collinsville, Sylvania, Ider, Powell and Rainsville Police Departments, DeKalb County Sherriff’s Deputies and Narcotics Agents,…
Chick-fil-A Scottsboro will officially open for business Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Chick-fil-A will serve breakfast until 10:30 am and then their regular menu from 10:30 am until closing, Monday through Saturday. Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays. The Scottsboro Chick-fil-A is located near the intersection of Alabama Highway 35 & 72, at 368 Micah Way. Like…
Fort Payne, AL – September 11, 2023 Residents of Fort Payne, Alabama, are gearing up for the highly anticipated annual Boom Days Festival, set to take place September 15th & 16th. This beloved event, steeped in history and culture, promises to be a weekend filled with music, food, and family-friendly fun. The Boom Days Festival…
Meeting Notice The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, September 9th , at 7:30 am. Our featured guest speaker will be State Senator Steve Livingston. Steve’s Senate District 10 covers most of Dekalb County. Please make plans to attend and invite all of your fellow Republican friends as well. We look forward to…
GADSDEN POST—A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 11:15 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 31, has claimed the life of a Fort Payne man. Andy D. McSpadden, 50, was fatally injured when the 2009 Nissan Rogue that he was driving struck the 2020 Mercedes GLC300 driven by John W. Harrison, 76, of Kingsport, Tenn. McSpadden was pronounced…
UPDATE: AS OF 11:10 AM THE ROAD IS NOW BACK OPEN, ACCORDING TO ALEA GADSDEN POST— At approximately 9:52 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 31, an investigation has caused road closure. Interstate 59 southbound lanes near the 205 mile marker will be closed and will be for an undetermined amount of time. Traffic will be diverted through…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On August 29, 2023, Narcotics Agents conducted a traffic stop resulting in the seizure of a Trafficking amount of Methamphetamine as well as a Trafficking amount of Fentanyl. Agents conducted a traffic stop on Hwy 75 in Ider at Frankies Service station….
August 28, 2023 On today’s date Fort Payne School Officials contacted Fort Payne Police Department and reported a suspicion of an intoxicated teacher with the Fort Payne City School System. SRO Officer’s responded to the incident and after speaking to Melissa Ann Harris, age 49 of Fort Payne, was arrested and charged with Public Intoxication,…
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – On August 17, Main Street Alabama held its tenth annual Awards of Excellence Banquet at Stovehouse in Huntsville to celebrate the successes of local programs. The event was sponsored by Alabama Municipal Electric Authority and Alfa Companies. Main Street Alabama’s President and State Coordinator, Mary Helmer Wirth, and Assistant State Coordinator, Trisha…
The next meeting for the DeKalb County Republican Women will be held on Monday, August 28, 2023 at 6:00pm. The meeting will be held at The Old Barn on 35, which is located on Highway 35 East, about 1 mile past Plainview School, in Rainsville. The guest speaker will be Carol Hiett, DeKalb County District…
This morning, Friday, August 18, 2023, The DeKalb County EMA released a statement that a Nortfolk Southern train had derailed in Northern parts of DeKalb County, near the Alabama-Georgia state line. “Norfolk Southern and EMA personnel have confirmed a derailment of 5 train cars near the Alabama / Georgia line inside of DeKalb County. This…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, August 12th , at 7:30 am. Our guest speakers will be featured local candidates. Carol Hiett is an incumbent School Board member seeking re-election to the Board. Jeff McCurdy is running for the newly created open seat for District Judge, Place 2. Please make plans to…
ABINGDON, VA (Tuesday, July 25, 2023) – Earlier today, company officials broke ground on the new Food City located at 1015 Gault Ave. S in Fort Payne, AL. The 54,000 square foot retail supermarket is expected to open early next year. This will be the company’s second location in the state of Alabama. “We are…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndal/pr/repeat-offender-sentenced-14-years-prison FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Rayford Raymond Russell aka “Pete” (74 of Rainsville) was sentenced to 168 months in prison by U.S. District Court Judge Liles C. Burke. In February, Russell plead guilty to conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine, attempt to possess with intent to distribute…
WHAT: Food City Groundbreaking Ceremony WHEN: Tuesday, July 25, 2023 – 10:00 a.m. CENTRAL WHERE: Food City #503 Construction Site 1015 Gault Ave. South Fort Payne, AL 35967 Food City officials will be breaking ground on the new Food City coming to Fort Payne, AL on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. The ceremonies…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of June, DeKalb County Deputies, Narcotics Agents, Officers with Collinsville, Fyffe, Powell, Sylvania, Ider and Crossville Police Department charged 36 with drug related charges. On Friday, June 2nd, Officers with Fyffe Police Department conducted a traffic stop on County Road 50, finding the driver to be in possession…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On July 6, 2023, Investigators with DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office arrested Thomas Wesley Harris (28 of Crossville) on 16 felony charges for breaking into multiple vehicles at Matheny’s Bridge. Harris is being charged with Theft of Property 3rd (x8), Breaking/Entering Vehicle (x4) and Illegal Possession of Credit/Debit Card (x4). Harris is…
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $350,000 grant to help the city of Rainsville alleviate a public health hazard by repairing the city’s sewer system. The funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission will be combined with a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant awarded in 2022 to enable the city to upgrade a faulty…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — DeKalb County Investigators announce arrest involving possession of child pornography. After a joint investigation involving the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, Leesburg Police Department, the Alabama Attorney General’s Office and the University of Alabama Police Department, a search warrant was executed at the…
DEKALB COUNTY—A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:15 a.m. Thursday, June 22, has claimed the life of a West Hempstead, N.Y. man. Kaysohn T. Baker, 32, was fatally injured when the 2015 International Durastar that he was a passenger in, left the roadway and struck a parked 2017 Peterbilt tractor trailer that was occupied…
MEDIA ADVISORY Amateur Radio “Field Day” – June 24th and 25th – Will Focus on Skill, Service, Science WHO/WHAT: Members of the Dekalb County Amateur Radio Club will be participating in the national amateur radio Field Day exercise, June 24th-25th at the JSU Little River Canyon Center at Little River Canyon National Preserve outside of…
DEKALB COUNTY—A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:50 a.m. Friday, June 16, has claimed the life an Ider woman. Ginger G. McBride, 52, was fatally injured when the 2016 Buick Encore that she was driving collided head-on with a 2013 Peterbilt tractor trailer driven by Robert G. Bell, 57, of Chattanooga, Tenn. McBride was…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – DeKalb County Deputies, K-9 Unit, and Narcotics Agents, Officers with Collinsville, Fyffe, Ider, Powell and Crossville Police Departments, arrested 24 during the month of May on drug related charges. Thankful and grateful for the vigilance and dedication all law enforcement agencies do…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Three people have been indicted by the Grand Jury on Child Abuse charges. Jeron Wright Maxwell (47 of Sylvania), Rian Andrew Maxwell (21 of Sylvania) and Bethany Ann Whittle (36 of Fort Payne) were all charged with the abuse of a child under 18 years of age which…
June 6, 2023 News Release: Governor Kay Ivey has authorized Monday, June 19, 2023 as a holiday for state employees. Juneteenth is a new federal holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the United States. She has declared all State offices to be closed. As President of the DeKalb County Commission, I do hereby authorize…
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, June 10th , at 7:30 am. Our guest speaker will be Thomas Govan. Thomas currently serves as the Chief Prosecutor of the Criminal Trials Division of the Alabama Attorney General’s Office and is an Air Force Reserve Officer. He is seeking the open seat on the…
To Area Residents near the June Jam Venue RE: Road Closures On Friday June 2nd starting at 2:00 pm 18th Street NE from Williams Ave NE to Gault Ave will be closed until pedestrian foot traffic is over after the concert. Starting Saturday, June 3rd at 6:00 am the following road closures will occur until…
CLASS 3A STATE SOFTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPPlainview 14, Opp 4 By Josh Bean | For the AHSAA JACKSONVILLE – Plainview High School won its second Class 3A softball championship in the last three seasons, capping a strong run through the 2023 state tournament with a 14-4 victory over Opp on Thursday night. The Bears beat the…
NEWS RELEASE The Northeast Alabama Adult Education Program will have its annual Adult Education Graduation for recipients of the GED® credential and the Non-Traditional High School Diploma on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at the Dekalb County Schools Coliseum in Rainsville. The graduation will honor all GED® and Non-Traditional High School Diploma recipients…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of April, there were 34 that were arrested on drug related charges. Approximately 194 grams methamphetamine, 548 grams marijuana, 2 grams heroin, 20 grams fentanyl, 1 gram cocaine and 60 grams synthetic marijuana seized. We are so thankful to all agencies that assist us each and every day. …
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday May 13th , at 7:30 am. Our guest speaker will be Sarah Stewart who is a current Justice on the Alabama Supreme Court. She is running for an open seat to serve as Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court. We look forward to seeing you at the Cattle Stampede…
Fort Payne is going Hollywood as a touch of Tinsel Town will be in Fort Payne to honor Sandra Ellis Lafferty with the reveal of her star in the sidewalk in front of the DeKalb Theatre on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 4:00 PM to honor one of its own star studded residents. The Public…
The City of Rainsville will hold Spring Clean Up 2023 during the month of May. Beginning May 1, 2023 through May 27, 2023, roll-off dumpsters will be available, behind the City Shop building. During this time, residents of the City of Rainsville can bring items to put in the dumpsters at no charge. Make sure…
Plainview Baseball lost the first two games of round one in the AHSAA playoffs. Hokes Bluff defeated the Bears 8-4 in game one and 8-4 in game two. With those two losses, that knocks Plainview out of the playoffs and ends the season for the Bears baseball team. Hokes Bluff will advance to play Gordo…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of March, DeKalb County Deputies, Narcotics Agents, K-9 Unit, SRT Unit, SRO’s and Investigators, along with Ider, Sylvania, Henagar, Collinsville, Crossville Police Departments, ALEA Troopers, DHR, Gadsden City Police Department, Etowah County Sheriff’s Office and Drug Enforcement Unit charged 38 with drug related charges. We certainly want to…
HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that resurfacing of Alabama 40 between from Alabama 35 near Scottsboro to Alabama 71 north of Dutton in Jackson County may begin Thursday, April 20, weather permitting. Expect delays due to single-lane closures during daytime. Traffic will be stopped in alternating directions and shuttled through the…
On 4/16/2023, The Powell Police Department was dispatched to a residence on AL-35 inside the town limits in reference to a civil disturbance. Upon arrival, Assistant Chief Nick Morgan made contact with the victim who had some injuries to her head area. He also made contact with a bloody Vincent Moore of Powell. Mr. Moore…
News Release from Ider Police Department: EASTER SUNDAY PURSUIT During Easter Sunday night (04/09/23), multiple units were patrolling a high crime area where frequent complaints from residents have been reporting drug activity. Chief Malone and Reserve Officer Chapman observed a vehicle with expired Indiana license plates, as well as other traffic violations being committed. Officers…
The Dekalb County Republican Women will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, April 24, 2023 at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the DeSoto Golf Course, in Fort Payne, AL. Special guest speaker will be Judge Chris McCool, candidate for Alabama Supreme Court. Everyone is invited to attend.
Braxton Clines, a senior from Cornerstone Christian Academy, will graduate high school and college at the same time. Braxton has been working on his college degree in Science and Art, at NACC, through the dual enrollment program, while attending CCA. Braxton will graduate from Cornerstone Christian Academy with his high school diploma and with an…
