As ghouls and goblins come out this Halloween, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Jeff Shaver would like to encourage everyone to play it safe on Halloween! Remember to… *Plan your route in advance. Go only to houses you know. *Never go out alone! An adult or older, responsible youth should escort children. *Walk…
News release from Trooper Curtis Summerville, Public Information Officer, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency HUNTSVILLE POST – A pedestrian was killed Saturday, Oct. 26, after being struck by a vehicle on U.S. 431 in Marshall County. Christopher A. McCray, 34, of Grant was struck and killed while walking in the Highway by a 2017 Toyota 4Runner….
Drowning at Little River Canyon National Preserve On the morning of Saturday, October 26, 2019, a call was placed to 9-1-1 reporting a 41 year old male from DeKalb County was pinned under a rock while kayaking on the Little River at Little River Canyon National Preserve. First responders were immediately dispatched an on-scene on…
Coach Renee Bearden and the Geraldine Lady Bulldogs won the 2019 AHSAA Class 3A Volleyball North Super Regional Championship tonight. The Bulldogs defeated Lexington in the Championship game 3-0. The Bulldogs will be heading to State next week to play in the AHSAA State Finals. State Finals will held in Birmingham, Al. at The CrossPlex…
Press Release from Fort Payne Police Department Activity for October 14 thru October 17, 2019 Monday October 14th Incidents Hit and Run Vehicle – Occurred at 2645 Greenhill Blvd NW, a bumper and hood on a 2009 Toyota Venza were damaged, valued at $300.00 4 Arrests Amber Marie Crowe, age 23 of Fort Payne,…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Over the last week, the DeKalb County Narcotics and Interdiction team has made numerous drug arrests. The arrests come as a result of search warrants served in Fort Payne, Henagar, and Sylvania, as well as traffic stops within the county. Last Tuesday (October 15, 2019) The Narcotics and Interdiction unit executed…
According tot he ASHAA, this is a current list of football games being played tonight, Thursday, October 24, 2019. Most schools have moved their game to tonight due to the large amount of rain and thunderstorms forecast for Friday and Friday night. Some models are showing some area could receive 5+ inches of rain. AHSAA…
The DeKalb County EMA is hosting Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service, who will provide two days of quality training on cyber security and how communities can prepare for cyber incidents. This training is open to non-profit organizations, faith-based organizations, emergency services, local governments, and schools. This training will be held on January 29 – 30,…
The Fyffe Lady Red Devils varsity volleyball team defeated the Ider hornets, in the Class 2A, Area 15 Championship game, to claim the Area 15 title. Fyffe 3, Ider 1 (16-25, 25-15, 25-22, 25-16). Three Red Devils made “All Area”, Kaitlyn Woodall – senior, Emily Webb – sophomore, and Bella Tettis – junior. The Lady…
Press Release: Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for October 11 – 15, 2019 Friday October 11th Incidents Damaged Property – Occurred at 1201 Jordan Road SW, a fender on a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze was damaged, valued at $300.00 1 Arrest Brittany Nicole Rines, age 18 of Dutton, was arrested for Assault at 11:17…
Press Release from Fort Payne Police Chief Randy Bynum: On October 17, at approximately 7:50 pm, officers responded to a two-vehicle accident with injuries in the 7000 block of Greenhill Blvd Chief Randy Bynum stated. When officers arrived, they found a female victim identified as Tasha Lynn Doyle of Fort Payne face down on the…
Sheriff Jeff Shaver and the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Program on Saturday, October 26th. The hours for collection will be 8:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. During that time period, Sheriff’s Office investigators will be at the Sheriff’s Office to accept expired, unused, or unneeded…
Earlier this year, DeKalb County Career Tech was featured twice in Southern Regional Education Board’s (SREB) Best Practices National Educational Quarterly for their advanced programs and business and industry partnerships with Northeast Alabama Community College, along with local and regional business and industry. DeKalb County Technology Center was recognized as one of the top career…
On October 21, 2018, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) responded to a report of a burglary which occurred at the Mt. View Christian Academy on Highway 73 in Bryant, AL. The scene was processed and several items of evidence were submitted to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences for analysis. During an almost one…
Mycah Swift, a teenager from Ider, Al., started “Shop with a Cop” two years ago, in DeKalb County. The “Shop with a Cop” program is to help children that otherwise would not be able to have Christmas. With the “Shop with a Cop” program, each child receives $100 and gets to go to Walmart, with…
The Plainview Lady Bears Basketball Team will host the 18th Annual Turkey Trot 5K, on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2019. The race start at 8:00 am, at the Dekalb County Schools Coliseum, located on Highway 35 East in Rainsville, Al. The race will be timed by Pinpoint Radar Timing and ribbons will be awarded by…
According to Trooper Curtis Summerville, ALEA Public Information Officer, a DeKalb County man was fatally injuries today in a motorcycle accident in Collinsville, Al. GADSDEN POST – A single-vehicle crash today, October 19, claimed the life of a DeKalb County man. Jackie Shane Gardner, 61, of Ft. Payne was killed when the 2012 Harley Davidson…
Scottsboro, Al – According to the ALEA Marine Patrol Division/Northern District – On the evening of Friday, October 18, there was a boating related fatality in the Jackson County area of the Tennessee River. Gregory Lawson, 51 from Hixon, TN, and an adult female were canoeing at approximately 7:00pm in the Scottsboro area. The canoe…
We are entering our Fall, or secondary, severe weather season and Monday will be a prime example of the chance for Fall severe weather. A strong cold front will move through the South on Monday/Monday night, bringing rain, thunderstorms, and the chance for Severe weather. The Storm Prediction Center already has a large area of…
The Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) still has a statewide Fire Alert in effect for all of Alabama. Parts of Northeastern Alabama are in D3-Extreme Drought. According to the Alabama Forestry Commission, while under a Fire Alert, permits for outdoor burning will be restricted and issued on an individual basis at the discretion of the State…
Press Release By: Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for October 7 thru October 10, 2019 Monday October 7th Incidents Counterfeit Bill – Occurred at 700 Gault Ave S, a $20.0 bill was counterfeit 3 Arrests Dustin Wayne Gass, age 35 of Collinsville, was arrested on a Warrant for Outside Agency at 5:03 pm…
Although, severe weather can happen during any time of year, there are two distinct peak times of the year we experience severe weather: Spring and Fall. The primary severe weather season across the southeastern part of the United States is Spring time, during the change of seasons, from cold weather to warmer weather. This usually…
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, and District Attorney Mike O’Dell, announced today, they will hold a citizens firearms safety & training course on November 5, 2019. The class will be held at the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, on the campus of Gadsden State-Cherokee Campus. The range session location is to be announced. Pre-registration is…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Over the last two weeks, the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Interdiction team has been busy. Multiple arrests have been made as a result of investigations and assisting local police departments in narcotics cases. A DeKalb County Narcotics Agent who serves on the state task force conducted a traffic stop…
News Release: Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for October 4 thru October 6, 2019 Monday September 30th Incidents Forgery – Occurred at 200 Gault Ave N, a check was forged, valued at $60.00 Damaged Vehicle – Occurred at 4100 Greenhill Blvd NW, a fender, door and bed of a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado was…
According to the Jackson County Public Works, Matheny’s Bridge on Jackson County Road #43 and Dekalb County Road #56, at the county line, in the Macedonia/Fyffe Community, will be closed for repairs beginning Monday, October 21, 2019. Detour routes have been posted and are clearly marked. The repairs should take approximately 3 weeks, depending on…
Date: 10/09/2019 Title: Press Release SUBJECT: Pedestrian struck by Train On October 7 at approximately 11:43 pm a call came into the Fort Payne 911 about a pedestrian that had been struck by a Norfolk Southern train Chief Randy Bynum stated. Officers responded to the 6600 block of Gault Ave N and spoke with the…
FORT PAYNE, AL. – District Attorney Mile O’Dell announced the conviction of 26 year-old James Michael Lewis of Fort Payne for assault second degree. According to Assistant District Attorney Summer McWhorter, the trial took place yesterday before a DeKalb County jury in the courtroom of Circuit Judge Jeremy Taylor. The defendant was arrested April 6,…
Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office investigators made two additional arrests on Tuesday in connection to a cluster of vehicle break-ins that occurred late last week and this weekend. According to Sheriff Jeff Shaver, Eric K. Hooper, 25, and Devon B. Hill, 27, both of Collinsville, were taken into custody by investigators and were each charged with…
News Release: Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for September 27 thru September 29, 2019 Friday September 27th Incidents Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle – Occurred at 610 Turner Ave SE, a Simpson pressure washer was taken, valued at $400.00 4 Arrests Agustis Angel Mondragon, age 24 of Fort Payne, was arrested for…
Northeast Alabama Community College will hold “Mustang Community Resource Fair” on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. This FREE fair is to help connect students and community members with those, in the area, that offer community resources. Do you know someone who needs help with… Childcare Healthcare Food Assistance Clothing Assistance Housing/Shelter Counseling Senior Care Domestic Violence…
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Bullying can affect everyone – those who are bullied, those who bully, and those who witness bullying. Bullying is linked to many negative outcomes including impacts on mental health, substance use, and suicide. The good news is that bullying is preventable. Find out more: go.usa.gov/xQ3DJ Youth Violence/Bullying Homicide is the…
The Rainsville City Council met in regular meeting on October 7, 2019. The council approved to accept the street paving project CR-RES-19-01, for 2019, from Wiregrass in the amount of $293,780.00. In other business, the council approved the follow items: Hired Scott Baswell full-time at the fire department at $12.19/hour Hired Alex Josea on October…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — A Collinsville man is in the DeKalb County Detention Center after a 2-year-old child was found alone in the roadway on Saturday night (October 5, 2019). The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office was notified at approximately 9 pm of a small child alone in the roadway on County Road 12 (South of…
The USGS Recorded a 2.3 magnitude earthquake in Lauderdale County, Al. on Saturday, October 5, 2019. This particular region has a history of seeing small earthquakes. The shaking from these small magnitude type earthquake are not associated with structural damage. The official recorded information from the USGS: M 2.3 – 12km S of Loretto, Tennessee…
According to research, one in five children struggle with hunger and food insecurity. That’s approximately 250 students at Plainview alone. Plainview School is helping to fight hunger at their school. Plainview has started “Plainview Pantry” is now receiving donations to help in this effort. Alabama State Representative Nathaniel Ledbetter and Senator Steve Livingston made a…
New Release from Jackson County Sheriff’s Office: On Thursday October 3, 2019, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a call of “shots fired” on County Road 100 in Section, AL. Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputies, Section Police Department, DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Deputies, and ALEA DTF agents responded to the area and located Demario Gunn and…
In the maps below, from the United States Drought Monitor, the extreme dry conditions continue across the Southeastern part of the United States. The entire state of Alabama is still under a Fire Alert and Burn Ban, due to the extreme dry conditions. Looking at the latest data from the United States Drought Monitor (from…
Qualifying dates for Dekalb County Superintendent, and other local races, have been set by the Democrat and Republican parties. Anyone wishing to qualify for Dekalb County Superintendent or other local county offices, here is the information you need. Local office positions that will be on the ballot for the 2020 Primary and General elections include:…
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday released an extra, conditional state appropriation that when matched with federal dollars will provide a total of $78 million in extra payments to state hospitals for treating Medicaid beneficiaries. “I want to do everything I can to help our hospitals provide the services needed to keep Alabamians healthy,’’ Governor Ivey…
Held every October, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) is a collaborative effort between government and industry to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and to ensure that all Americans have the resources they need to be safer and more secure online. NCSAM 2019 will emphasize personal accountability and stress the importance of taking proactive…
Press Release From The Jackson County Alabama Sheriff’s Office: Missing Person from Jackson County The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a report of a MISSING PERSON from the Stevenson, Alabama area. 41 year old Jamie Dewayne JOHNSON, black, male 5’09” tall, 150 lbs, black hair and brown eyes was last heard from by…
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…
Some art students in Mrs. McAbee’s Elementary Art Class, at Cornerstone Christian Academy, entered some of their artwork in the 64th Annual Dekalb County VFW Fair last week and won awards. Congratulations to these winners!
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…
October 3, 2019 is “Bring Your Bible to School Day” across America. “Bring Your Bible to School Day”, was started by Focus on the Family organization in 2014, in response to America removing Bibles from public schools. Approximately 8,000 students participated in the first year of the event, in 2014. That number increased to around…
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…
Press Release: Marshall County Sheriff’s Office 9-27-2019 Over the last few days, the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Grant Police Department, has investigated reports of possible threats being made at DAR School involving an Instagram account depicting “Blinky The Clown”. This account referred to a scavenger hunt that several students participated in around…
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…
A Cherokee County Grand Jury indicted a Centre man last week in connection with a case involving the theft of funds from the Sheriff’s Office and the County Commission. Stephen Studdard, 48 of Centre, was arrested on Tuesday, and booked into the Cherokee County Detention Center on a two count grand jury indictment for first…
Press Release: Activity for September 9 thru September 12, 2019 Monday September 9th Incidents Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle – Occurred at 1504 Gault Ave N, a flashlight, Kobalt tool box and tools, and cash were taken, valued at $740.00 Theft of Property – Occurred at 707 Williams Ave NE, a stove, Hot…
The Jackson County Public Works is advising the public that County Road 395, in the Section/ Dutton communities, will be closed, between County Road 19 and County Road 372, for cross drain replacement. This closure will start on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 and will take approximately three days to complete the work, depending on weather…
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…
The Fort Payne City Council met in their regular scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. In this meeting the council conducted the following business: Ordinance 2019-03, second reading of the ordinance to annex property off Roden Drive in the Fischer Community and owned by Marlin and Ann Blalock. There has been no opposition to…
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…
According to Cherokee County Sheriff Jeff Shaver, three suspects were taken into custody minutes after they burglarized a residence on County Road 34. The trio, Jeffery D. Perry, 20 of Centre, Dontavious K. Stubbs, 19 of Leesburg, and a male juvenile, forcibly entered the residence and discovered the home was occupied when they made entry. …
Press Release From Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for September 2 thru September 5, 2019 Monday September 2nd Incidents 4 Arrests Adrianna Marie Daniels, age 19 of Ider, was arrested for DUI and Underage Possession of Alcohol at 1:48 am Lawrence Bryant Goggans, age 24 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Criminal Littering…
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…
New Release from Marshall County Sheriff: Over the last few days, the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Douglas Police Department, have investigated reports of student threats being made at Douglas Schools. We do not take these type of threats lightly regardless of the reasons why they were said. The safety of our…
According to research, one in five children struggle with hunger and food insecurity. That’s approximately 250 students at Plainview alone. We would like your help in fighting hunger at our school. “Plainview Pantry” is now receiving donations to help in this effort. We will be accepting food and toiletry donations as well as monetary donations….
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…
Wednesday September 4th Incidents Damaged Property – Occurred at 6507 Desoto Pkwy NE, a screen door was damaged, valued at $50.00 Damaged Vehicle – Occurred at I-59 Southbound mm 223, a door on a 2003 Buick Park Avenue was damaged, valued at $500.00 Damaged Vehicle – Occurred at 100 1st Street E, a bumper on…
Northeast Alabama Community College will host the 2nd Annual Arts Con on October 23, 2019, from 8 am – 2 pm, at the NACC Lyceum. The competition celebrates students in the area, who excel in the arts. Competition categories will be: Group Fiction Group Poetry Group Dramatic Improv Pumpkin Carving Grammar Knowledge Drawing Vocal Performance…
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…
09/02/2019, Press Release From Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for August 30 thru September 1, 2019 Friday August 30th Incidents Burglary – Occurred at 2101 Briarwood Ave SW Apt 712, a Mossberg 835 12 gauge shotgun was taken, valued at $300.00 0 Arrest 1 Accident with 0 Injuries Saturday August 31st Incidents…
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,…
Activity for August 26 thru August 29, 2019 Monday August 26th Incidents Property Damage – Occurred at 310 Beason Gap Road NE, a chain link fence was damaged, valued at $300.00 Theft of Property – Occurred at Wal-Mart, twenty-four food items and forty miscellaneous items were taken, valued at $470.01 1 Arrest Mary Elizabeth…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On Thursday night, Deputies and Agents with the Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Criminal Interdiction Unit assisted the Collinsville Police Department with a saturation operation in the city limits of Collinsville. Deputies wrote numerous traffic citations and warnings on the roadways as a…
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…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Two suspects are in custody regarding the fire at Mike’s Tire in Crossville last week. The two were caught on surveillance camera attempting to steal gasoline at approximately 3:30 am last Tuesday morning at Mike’s Tire on Highway 227. The vehicle ignited…
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…
UPDATE: DORIAN IS NOW A CATEGORY 1 HURRICANE AND EXPECTED TO INCREASE IN STRENGTH. According to the 2:00 PM (08-28-2019) advisory from The National Hurricane Center, Dorian is now a Category 1 Hurricane. The latest update shows Dorian slowing down some, in forward speed, and gaining strength, as it heads for the east coast of…
The Dekalb County Board of Education, in their meeting on Tuesday, August 27, 2019, hired Joey Haymon as the new Assistant Career Tech Director. Mr. Haymon transfers from Sylvania High School, where for the past seven years he has directed the Sylvania Agriscience and FFA programs into one of the best in the state. Jonathon…
SUBJECT: Activity for August 23 thru August 25, 2019 Friday August 23rd Incidents Property Damage – Occurred at 1030 Grand Ave SW, a bumper on a 2010 Dodge Caliber was damaged, valued at $400.00 1 Arrest A 17 year old juvenile male of Fort Payne was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of a…
SUBJECT: Activity for August 19 thru August 22, 2019 Monday August 19th Incidents 3 Arrests Jerry Wayne Schrader, age 48 of Fort Payne, was arrested on a Warrant for Outside Agency at 2:11 am William Clark Smith, age 45 of Henagar, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia…
