Press Release from FPPD, March 28, 2019 On March 26th at approximately 8:10 pm a fourteen year old juvenile male of Fort Payne was taken into custody by the Fort Payne Police Department and agents of the Dekalb County Drug Task Force Chief Randy Bynum reported. The juvenile was charged with three counts of Theft…
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…
Official Press Release from FPPD Monday March 18th Incidents 2 Arrests Stephen Jerome Schafer, age 55 of Valley Head, was arrested on Three Warrants for Failure to Appear at 5:00 pm Jose Miguel Reyes Pintor, age 36 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Assault at 8:02 pm 1 Accident with 0 Injuries Tuesday March…
Official Press Release from FPPD Friday March 15th Incidents Theft of Property – Occurred at 300 Sequoyah Drive NE Lot 170, a 2012 Toyota Corolla was taken, valued at $17000.00 6 Arrests Mallory Anjanette Orr, age 32 of Fort Payne, was arrested on a Warrant for Outside Agency at 12:29 am David Anthony Smith,…
Robert Avery, with the U.S. Census Bureau, spoke before the commission today. Telling the commission that the Bureau would be hiring full and part time employees to conduct the 2020 census. He stated that around six hundred will be employed in Dekalb County, at the peak of the census taking, with hourly pay ranging from…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Early this morning (March 26, 2019), an off-duty Ider Police Officer was arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) after he was pulled over by a DeKalb County Deputy. At approximately 3:30 am, a Deputy noticed a Black Chevrolet Avalanche traveling westbound…
News Release from AHSAA – MONTGOMERY – Pisgah High School senior guard Annie Hughes and Mountain Brook senior forward Trendon Watford were named Miss and Mr. Basketball, respectively, at the Alabama Sportswriters Association (ASWA) luncheon Tuesday at the Montgomery Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center. AHSAA corporate partner ALFA Insurance sponsored the luncheon which is hosted…
Press Release from Anita McBurnett, Director Marshall County Emergency Management Agency Storm Spotter Class Scheduled for April 11, 2019 A storm spotter class will be held Thursday evening April 11, 2019 starting at 6:00 pm at the Marshall County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) located at 3550 Creek Path Road in Guntersville Alabama. The class is…
Official Press Release from FPPD on March 26, 2019 – On March 21st a body of a white male was discovered in a small creek adjacent to Prestwood Avenue South SW. Chief Randy Bynum stated that the body was recovered by Fort Payne Police Department, Fort Payne Fire Department and Rescue personnel. The deceased victim…
The Boaz Police Department is asking that anyone with information on the whereabouts of Marcus Blake Parker, 24, of Boaz and/or Angela Baker Upton, 42, of Albertville, please call 256-592-6812. We can also be reached by private message on the Boaz Police Department Facebook page. Anyone calling with information can remain anonymous. Both subjects should…
Winning 1st place is always great…winning 1st place when you have Aspergers syndrome, is truly great! Aspergers syndrome is a developmental disorder characterized by significant difficulties in social interaction and non-verbal communication. Local Cornerstone Christian Academy student, Alex Stiefel, son of Dennis and Angela Stiefel of Rainsville, Al., recently won 1st place in 10th grade…
The Dekalb County Technology Center, in partnership with Northeast Alabama Community College, the Alabama Fire College, and the Rainsville Fire Department, offers a new Fire Science Program this year, taught at the Rainsville Fire Hall. The Director of the Alabama Fire College, Matt Russell, Region 2 Coordinator Mike Hill, Section Chief Arthur Willis, and Cece…
Capt. Gary Buchanan, Patrol Commander, with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, DPS – Marine Patrol, released information today about the discovery of the missing Jeep at Bucks Pocket State Park. The missing vehicle was located today by a trail crew from Alabama State Parks. The vehicle was found several hundred yards downstream from the crossing….
Press Release from the Alabama Department of Public Health The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) continues investigating a hepatitis A outbreak in DeKalb and Jackson counties. Additional cases that may be related have also been identified in Cherokee and Marshall counties, with March 3 as the latest known symptom onset. Currently, there are 22…
Official Press Release FPPD Chief Randy Bynum stated a body was found on today’s date in Wills Creek south off of Prestwood Drive. Chief Bynum stated a call came in at 12:40 pm. When personnel arrived on scene they discovered the body of a white male. Bynum reported the investigation continues and further details will…
Official Press Release Chief Randy Bynum stated on March 11, a Sanders Avenue resident reported a theft of property. The resident stated while he was in his yard, he observed a white female driving a Nissan Frontier pull in front of his residence. The home owner stated to officers the female started removing items from…
Twelve local businesses and industry representatives partnered with Crossville High School to conduct mock interviews at the school on Wednesday, May 20, 2019. Approximately 85 eleventh grade students were interviewed for this event. Each business or industry simulated hiring one student from the interview process. Students were rewarded for their efforts with gifts and prizes…
At the Fort Payne City Council meeting, held on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, Mayor Larry Chesser read a proclamation in honor of John Mathieu, Pastor of Grace Presbyterian Church, who is retiring. Erin Franklin, with the Muscular Dystrophy Association, recognized the Fort Payne Fire Department for their continued and dedicated support of the MDA. She…
Official press release furnished by Valley Joist + Deck Valley Joist + Deck announces plans to build new, state-of-the-art, joist and deck plant in Fort Payne, Alabama. “We are committed to growing our joist and deck operation in Fort Payne. Building the new plant is an important step in our growth strategy. Through our partnership…
The Rainsville City Council met Monday, March 18, 2019. The council approved the following: Approved the minutes from the last meeting. Approved to surplus a 2008 fire truck. Approved to surplus some radios and exercise equipment. Approved to authorize the Mayor to dispense funds for new radar equipment for the Police Department in the amount…
Farm Fresh presents the 12th Annual Lake Guntersville Duathlon & 5k on Saturday, April 20, 2019. It is a fun race on a fast and fairly flat course and takes place surrounding beautiful Lake Guntersville. Packet pick up will be held Friday evening, April 19, 2019, from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Guntersville…
The Governor’s Office of Volunteer Services, along with the Alabama Volunteer and Donations Coordination Team, is hosting Local Volunteer and Donations Management training in Marshall County. Local Volunteer and Donations Management training is designed to strengthen the abilities of local jurisdictions to successfully prepare for and handle volunteer and donations management issues that arise during…
Official Press Release from Fort Payne Police Department SUBJECT: Activity for March 11 thru March 14, 2019 Monday March 11th Incidents Damaged Property – Occurred at 200 19th Street NE, a mailbox was damaged, valued at $40.00 Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle – 100 silver coins and sterling silver silverware were taken, valued…
Mountain View Christian Academy in Bryant competed at the State Beta Convention. Syler Stone won Second in state in 6th grade Language Arts, Gage Blevins won 3rd in state in 6th grade History, Jayden Lea won 2nd in the state in 8th grade Science, and the Mountain View Beta club won 3rd in the Service…
Awards for Henagar Jr. Beta 1st place Anna Beth McSpadden – Individual Talent 1st place – Gold Key Award 1st place Wynston Keith – Elementary Woodworking 1st place David Godwin – 5th grade Social Studies 1st place Aidan Rains – Elementary Technology 1st place Wynston Keith – and Best in Show Elementary Woodworking 1st place…
The Sylvania Jr. Beta Club brought home numerous awards and filled State offices this week at the Alabama State Jr. Beta Convention, which was held in Birmingham, Al., at the BJCC. Braydon Kittle was elected to serve as the 2019-2020 State Vice President. Sylvania Beta Winners Elementary Division 1st Engineering Natalie Atchley, Lucas Buttram &…
On March 8, 2019 DCTC Welding Instructor Russell McFall took 5 students to compete in the annual SkillsUSA Northeast Alabama District Contest held at Wallace State Community College. Ten counties that make up the Northeast District came together to compete for the top 3 spots to represent their district at the state level. The contest…
The Sylvania High School FFA recently brought home some 1st and 2nd place awards in several competitions recently held at Calhoun Community College. Cody Turner won 1st place in creed speaking and Alexis Stevens won 1st place in prepared public speaking and was also elected to serve as FFA district treasurer. The FFA welding team,…
The Plainview Varsity Lady Bears Softball team (5-1) claimed a big victory over the Geraldine Bulldogs on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. The Bears outscored the Bulldogs 11-1 and easily defeated the Lady Bulldogs. The Bears started the game in the first inning by scoring 1 run when Crimson Wells singled. Then the Bears scored four…
Press Release SUBJECT: Train Hits Vehicle Thursday morning March 14th at 2:30 am in the area of 55th street NE and Gault Ave N at the railroad crossing a 2011 Nissan Rogue was struck by a Norfolk Southern train engine. Witness stated that the vehicle ran off the roadway and became lodged on the tracks….
We are in Spring time months and that brings warmer temperatures trying to move in and that brings about the clashes of air masses.
Friday March 8th Incidents 4 Arrests Brian Anthony Perdue, age 34 of Rainsville, was arrested for DUI at 11:45 pm Eduardo Francisco, age 18 of Fort Payne, was arrested for DUI and Minor in Possession/Consumption of Alcohol at 5:09 am Angel Elias Velasquez, age 21 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Public Intoxication at…
AHSAA Executive Director Steve Savarese & Associate Director Alvin Briggs were on hand today, for the 2019 Plainview Basketball teams trophy and awards ceremony held, at the Dekalb County Schools Coliseum. The entire student body and faculty were on hand today to watch as the Plainview Bears varsity basketball team were presented with their 2019…
Another Severe Weather setup for today, over a large part of the United States, from the Great Lakes to the Deep South. Currently a deep surface low is moving over the Great Lakes area and is pulling a cold front behind it that stretches to the Gulf Coast. The ingredients for severe weather will be…
There will be a 5K (run or walk) supporting the Dekalb County Sheriff’s Department “Beyond DARE” program, May 4, 2019 at Fyffe High School starting at 8:00 am. Register by April 20, 2019 to be guaranteed to receive a tee-shirt for the event. Registration fees are $25.00 for individuals for pre-registration or $30.00 day of…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — While several major incidents have made headlines and taken the majority of our attention and efforts during the last few weeks, other incidents have occurred in DeKalb County that have been dealt with by deputies and investigators. On Friday (March 1st) Drug Task Force Agents working I-59 stopped a vehicle and…
On Tuesday, March 13, 2019, Capt. Gary Buchanan, Patrol Commander with the Alabama Law Agency, DPS Marine Patrol released a press statement stating that ALEA Marine Patrol Troopers were called to respond to the South Sauty Creek area, where a fisherman reported finding a body that evening. Marine Patrol Troopers arrived on the scene and…
With the arrival of Spring time, contrasting weather patterns, moving from cold to warmer weather, sets up a battle that produces severe weather across the southern part of the United States. Thursday, March 14, 2019 will be no exception. The Storm Prediction Center, in Norman, OK., already has a large area, of the South, under…
BREAKING NEWS – (March 12, 2019 3:30 PM) The Dekalb County EMA office is reporting that GA. Hwy 301 in Dade County, GA. is currently closed due to an accident. Please avoid travel out of Alabama on Hwy 75 into Georgia on GA 301. Please take an alternative route until further notice.
March 12, 2019 Around 11:08 AM 11 March 2019 Rainsville Police Department received a call from the First Southern State Bank, in Rainsville. They had a customer in the bank that was presenting a forged and stolen check in the amount of $3,900.00. Sgt. Nick Knopps was the first officer on scene and detained Marty…
For the 2018-2019 school year, Plainview High School added a new visual arts program to help students get more hands-on art instruction. There has been an overwhelming response from the students in the program. Many students are receiving the new opportunity to draw, paint, and create pieces of masterful artwork. Mrs. Regina Huber, who holds…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Early Saturday morning, the DeKalb Ambulance Service (DAS) and DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a home in the Painter community, after a man had notified them his girlfriend was unresponsive. The victim, Melissa Nicole Waldrep (31 of Crossville), was pronounced deceased on the scene. The DeKalb County Coroner, Sheriff’s…
Press Release On Saturday March 9th at 11:30 pm at 105 13th Street NW Apartment # 45 a home invasion occurred Chief Randy Bynum stated. Witnesses reported that a while female along with a juvenile white female burst into the back door of this residence looking for the renter of the apartment. The witnesses stated…
Here is the final Severe Weather outlook for today. The Storm Prediction Center has once again shifted the Outlook area. The “Enhanced Risk” now includes northwestern Alabama, a larger portion of Tennessee, and all of northern Mississippi. The “Slight Risk” covers over into north central Alabama. Wind profiles indicate the possibility for supercells with Tornadoes…
Press Release Monday March 4th Incidents Theft of Property – Occurred at 1202 Adamsburg Road E, $3962.99 in currency was taken Theft of Property – Occurred at 102 Drinkard Drive NW, two pillows and a Duvet were taken, valued at $83.90 Theft of Property – Occurred at 103 20th Street SW, a 14 Karat…
Situation Summary A series of disturbances will bring light to moderate rain across the TN Valley today through Saturday. A cold front will swing through Saturday night bringing the chance for strong to severe thunderstorms. Storm total rainfall amounts will approach 2.5″ through Sunday which will lead to an increased risk of isolated flash flooding…
Friday March 1st Incidents Theft of Property – Occurred at 1807 Glenn Blvd SW, a pair of Under Armour Phantom SE shoes were taken, valued at $130.00 7 Arrests Eric Scott Trotman, age 34 of Fyffe, was arrested on Three Warrants for Failure to Appear at 12:51am Roberto Antonio Castillo, age 20 of Collinsville,…
On Wednesday March 6th, new charges were filed on Shane Lee Henegar, age 47 of Fort Payne. Henegar is currently in the Dekalb County Detention Center on charges he was unable to make bond for in 2018. Chief Randy Bynum stated those charges were Robbery 1st, Sexual Abuse 1st, Breaking and Entering a Vehicle and…
“Made in Dekalb”, is an annual event put together by the Dekalb County Economic Development Authority, to give students of Dekalb county the opportunity to explore the various careers and jobs that are available in Dekalb county. This year about 90 different businesses, manufacturers, and industries from across the county are in attendance and have…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. —Last week was a productive one for the DeKalb County Drug and Major Crimes Unit. From February 21st – 28th agents recovered and seized 390 grams of methamphetamine as well as 178 grams of Kratom as a result of investigating citizen’s tips and complaints. Various amounts of other illegal drugs were also…
The Plainview Bears varsity boy’s baseball team took on the Scottsboro Wildcats, on a very cold and windy day, yesterday. With temps hoovering around 35 degrees, and the wind chill down in the 20’s, the Bears and the Wildcats took to the baseball diamond for some action. The Bears jumped out to a 3-1 lead…
The Dekalb County, Al. EMA will be doing the monthly testing of the county wide severe weather sirens today at 10:45 AM. This test helps the EMA determine if all of the sirens are working properly, to help be prepared for when severe weather threatens. Remember, this will only be a test.
Tuesday, March 5, 2019 — Search efforts have resumed in Buck’s Pocket for a missing Dekalb County teen. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, in conjunction with Alabama State Parks, is coordinating with local rescue squads to continue shoreline searches along the creek. Waterborne searches are still on hold pending lower water levels in the creek….
As we head into this weekend, the south is heading for another possible Severe Weather Event on Saturday/Saturday night (March 9, 2019). We are still at least 4 days out, things can and will change by Saturday. Right now, the Storm Prediction Center in Norman, OK. already has the state of Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas,…
RAINSVILLE, AL. — The director of the Northeast Alabama Agri-Business Center, Mike Sweat, officially resigned tonight. The Rainsville City Council held its regular monthly meeting tonight and at the end of regular business a motion was made by Councilman Brandon Freeman to go into executive session, to discuss the good name and character of an…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Statement from Sheriff Nick Welden regarding Amberly Barnett case: We would like to announce that an arrest has been made in the case of 11-year-old Amberly Alexis Barnett’s death. Christopher Wayne Madison, age 33, has been arrested and charged with Capital Murder. He is being held without bond. Her body was…
After several cancellations, due to rain and flooding, the Plainview 7th/8th baseball team opened their season Saturday, March 2, 2019 with a double header in Stevenson, Al. The Bears played the North Jackson Chiefs in game one and lost 11-0. In game two the Bears took on the Fyffe Red Devil’s. The Bears jumped out…
The State of Alabama, along with Emergency Management in Dekalb county are assessing damages from the recent flooding the area received over the past week. According to estimates, these are the costs for emergency work in the following areas. Emergency work: Mentone Co. Rd. 89, debris, $25,000.00 Rescue at Bucks Pocket, road…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office held a news conference this afternoon in reference to missing 11-year-old Amberly Lee Barnett. Dekalb County Sheriff Nick Weldon said the deceased body of Amberly Lee Barnett was found around d 6:30 AM this morning and no additional details would be released at this time. The…
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: UPDATE: “The search for Amberly Barnett has been suspended as of this morning. We will be having a press conference on the incident at the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office at 1:00 PM today”. Tyler Pruett, Deklab County Sheriff’s Office. FORT PAYNE, Ala. — The DeKalb County…
AHSAA Press Release CLASS 3A BOYS’ STATE CHAMPIONSHIP Plainview 54, Westminster Christian 52 BIRMINGHAM – For the second year in row, Plainview High School guard Caden Millican found himself with the ball in the final seconds Friday with his team needing a bucket to win AHSAA Class 3A state championship at the BJCC Legacy…
Westminster jumped out to a quick 4-0 lead, before the Bears took a 7-6 lead. After that, Plainview found themselves in unfamiliar territory, trailing Westminster most of the 1st period, before tying things up at 11 late in the 1st period. By the end of that period Plainview was leading by a score of 14-11….
In the Class 3A girls championship game today the Pisgah Lady Eagles got out to a solid start in the first period, leading Montgomery Academy by a score of 11-10. By halftime the Eagles had extended their lead to 27-20. In the first half, Annie Hughes lead the Eagles with 13 points and 3 rebounds….
According to the DeKalb County, Al. Sheriff’s office Bucks Pocket State Park is closed. “Buck’s Pocket is now closed on both sides. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is now on scene and will be issuing citations for those who do not obey the closure. The water levels are back rising again due to additional rainfall.”
Cold Springs jumped out to a 16-6 lead by the end of the first period, as The Fyffe Lady Red Devils had a slow start. Cold Springs known for shooting a lot of 3 point shots, hit several in the first period to mount their 10 point lead. Fyffe was able to close the gap…
Although we are still four days out, early indications from ” The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, OK.” are showing Severe Weather for Sunday, March 3, 2019, across the South. All of northern and central Alabama, the entire state of Mississippi, parts of Tennessee, Louisiana, and Arkansas are included. Models are indicating all modes of…
February 28, 2019 12:30 PM – A spokesperson with the Jackson County Sheriff’s office confirmed today that the missing teenager and vehicle have not been found at Bucks Pocket State Park. On February 22, 2019, emergency services were notified of an incident at Bucks Pocket involving a vehicle being swept from the park roadway, at…
The Plainview Bears defeated Prattville Christian today 74-55, in Class 3 A action in Birmingham. The Bears showed a commanding performance today, outplaying Prattville Christian on every level. The Bears will play Westminster Christian (27-4) Friday, March 1st at 2:15 PM at the BJCC in Birmingham, Al. This will be the Bears third year in…
The Pisgah Lady Eagles defeated Prattville Christian today 63-47, in Class 3 A action. Pisgah was lead by leading scorers Molly Heard with 17 points and Annie Hughes with 16 points. The Lady Eagles will play Montgomery Academy (30-2) Friday in the Class 3 A State Championship game at 12:30 PM at the BJCC in…
Westminster Christian defeated Bullock Co. 50-32 today in State Class 3A semi final basketball action. This will advance Westminster Christian to the Championship game this Friday against the winner of the Plainview vs Prattville Christian game at 1:30 PM.
WVSM radio would like to thank Nick Hall for being “The Voice of the Plainview Bears.” Nick announced all of the Plainview Football and Basketball games on the Plainview Sports Network, Rejoice 103.1 FM and online at www.wvsmfm.com. Nick does an outstanding job, and we appreciate all of his hard work. Many people have asked…
The Fyffe Lady Red Devils defeated R.C. Hatch tonight 41-39 to advance to the Class 2A State Championship game against Cold Springs Friday, March 1, 2019 at 9:00 AM, at the BJCC in Birmingham, Al. Fyffe shot 31% on 2 point shots, hitting 16 out of 51, while shooting 29% on 3 point shots, hitting…
UPDATE (2/25/19): IN CUSTODY: Janet Hinds turned herself in at the Chattanooga Police Department moments ago. She’s being transported to the Hamilton County Jail. Thank you to all for the help and support shown to the CPD and Ofc. Galinger’s family. PLEASE HELP: If you have any information on the whereabouts of 54-year-old Janet Hinds please…
TOP TEN ALERT: 54-year-old Janet Elaine Hinds has been added to the TBI Top Ten Most Wanted list. She’s wanted by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Chattanooga Police Department on a charge of vehicular homicide in connection to the death of Officer Nicholas Galinger. Please call the Chattanooga Police Department at 423-698-2525 or…
MONDAY, FEB. 25 CLASS 2A GIRLS SEMIFINALS Fyffe (29-5) vs. R.C. Hatch (20-6), 6 p.m. 2A Girls Finals Friday, March. 1, 9 a.m TUESDAY, FEB. 26 CLASS 3A GIRLS SEMIFINALS Pisgah (32-1) vs. Prattville Christian (24-8), noon 3A Girls Finals Friday, Mar. 1, 12:30 p.m. CLASS 3A BOYS SEMIFINALS Plainview (31-4) vs. Prattville Christian (30-3), 1:30…
February 24, 2019 – All basketball fans traveling to the BJCC Legacy Arena this week, remember the I-59/20 closure in the downtown Birmingham, Al. area. You will need to take alternate routes to arrive at the BJCC. Please allow extra travel time as you may encounter traffic congestion in the Birmingham area due to the…
COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE NEEDED: On February 23, 2019 at approximately 11:04 p.m., the Chattanooga Police Department Traffic Division responded to the 2900 block of Hamill Road on a Pedestrian Struck Officer Involved call. The following was determined through interview, investigation, and observation: CPD Officer was out of the patrol vehicle inspecting a manhole cover that had…
The Fyffe Lady Red Devils varsity basketball team continues their winning tradition this year by capturing their 3rd Class 2A, Area 15 title in a row and winning the northeast regional championship two out of the last three years. Fyffe has fought hard this season against some of the toughest opponents in Class 2A action….
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey has issued a State of Emergency effective at 9:00 p.m. Saturday, February 23, 2019, for several Alabama counties due to flooding caused by heavy rains over the past several days and ongoing severe weather today. The counties included are as follows: Blount, Cherokee, Colbert, Cullman, Dekalb, Etowah, Fayette, Franklin, Jackson,…
The National Weather Service has issued Tornado Watch 6 in effect until 10 PM CST this evening for the following areas in Alabama. This watch includes 9 counties in north central Alabama: Cullman, Limestone, Madison, and Morgan. In northeast Alabama: Marshall. In northwest Alabama: Colbert, Franklin, Al., Lauderdale, and Lawrence. Tennessee this watch includes 2…
RAINSVILLE, AL. – County Road 835 (Old HWY 35) between Rainsville and Fort Payne, Al. is closed, until further notice, due to the ground sliding and making the roadway unsafe for travel. Also, there is a possible natural gas leak in the area, due to the land slide. Gas officials are in route. Please avoid…
Dekalb County, Alabama EMA activated to level 2 for search and rescue / recovery operation beginning at 8:55 pm on February 22, 2019 at Bucks Pocket State Park DEKALB COUNTY, ALABAMA – Dekalb and Jackson County emergency services were notified of an incident at Bucks Pocket involving a vehicle swept from the park roadway at…
The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, OK. has increased the threat level across parts of the South today. A Moderate Risk area has been added that covers a large portion of Mississippi, which includes central and northern Mississippi. This Moderate Risk area also includes northwest Alabama and southern portions of Tennessee. Surrounding the Moderate Risk…
A significant SEVERE WEATHER OUTBREAK, including the threat for Strong Tornadoes, appears likely over Southeastern U.S. on Saturday, February 23, 2019. Areas affected include Eastern Arkansas and Mississippi on Saturday afternoon. Then North Alabama and central Kentucky/Tennessee evening/late night. Supercell thunderstorms could start as early as midday in southeastern/eastern AR, with multiple Supercell thunderstorms developing…
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Monday February 18th Incidents Theft of Property – Occurred at 2129 Gault Ave N, a Circle R double axle trailer was taken, valued at $1000.00 Property Damage – Occurred at 1202 Adamsburg Road SE, a stop sign was damaged, valued at $300.00 1 Arrest Tammy Wynette Lazo, age 44 of Fort Payne, was arrested…
The Plainview High School Varsity Boys basketball team continues to brand itself as a consistent winner, seizing their 3rd consecutive regional tournament championship on Wednesday and thereby securing their opportunity to play at Birmingham for the AHSAA 3A state championship. On Monday, Plainview (29-4) defeated Fultondale (21-7) by a score of 68-53. Plainview started off hot,…
The Plainview Bears punched their ticket to head back to the AHSAA State Basketball Finals in Birmingham, Al. tonight. The Bears defeated Piedmont 57 -45, in a very hard fought game. The Bulldogs pulled within 7 points at one point in the 3rd period, but were unable to keep up with the Bears. Plainview (31-4)…
The Pisgah Lady Eagles defeated Glencoe tonight to win the Class 3A Northeast Alabama Regional Championship at Pete Mathews Coliseum at Jacksonville State University. Final score Pisgah 67, Glencoe 53. The Lady Eagles (32-1) will now advance to the Final Four in Birmingham, Al. and play Prattville Christian (24-8) on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at…
The Pisgah Lady Eagles continue their march toward the State Finals again this year. The Lady Eagles (31-1), on the year, defeated Susan Moore tonight 71-56 to advance to the Regional Championship game against Glencoe (21-9). The winner of that game will advance to the State Finals in Birmingha, Al.
The Plainview Bears varsity boys basketball team defeated Fultondale tonight in the Regional Semi-Final game. Plainview (30-4) will play Piedmont (23-5) Wednesday, February 20, 2019 in the Regional Championship game. Join us Wednesday on Rejoice 103.1 FM or livestream (audio) at www.wvsmfm.com
The Huntsville, Al. National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Northern Alabama, effective Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at 6:00 AM through late Thursday night, February 21, 2019. …FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT… THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN HUNTSVILLE HAS ISSUED A * FLOOD WATCH FOR PORTIONS…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On Thursday (February 14), several firearms were recovered in Crossville after being reported stolen. Investigators went to a home the alleged suspect was reported to be staying at. While questioning the homeowner, an investigator noticed a safe that matched the description of one stolen in the burglary. After searching the home,…
Heavy amounts of rainfall are possible through next Friday across the Southeastern part of the United States. With the ground already saturated in many areas, any additional rainfall may be a serious concern for flooding. The NOAA Weather Prediction Center is forecasting many areas across parts of Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Mississippi, and the Carolina’s may…
The Fyffe Lady Red Devil’s defeated Sacred Heart Catholic School in AHSAA Northeast Alabama Regional Semi-Final action tonight at Pete Mathews Coliseum at JSU. The Red Devil’s, lead by Gracie Hicks with a 17 points, pulled out the overtime win 75 – 69 to advance to the Regional final game against Sand Rock on Tuesday,…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Last night, Deputies and Officers with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, DeKalb County Drug Task Force, Jackson County Drug Task Force, Alabama Department of Public Safety, Sylvania Police Department, Powell Police Department, and Henagar Police Department took part in a Saturation Operation targeting the Powell and Sylvania…
Mark Huber – February 14, 2019 The Plainvew Varsity Boys basketball team defeated Saks 93 – 45, in sub region action at the Dekalb County School Coliseum, on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. This win moves the Bears to the Northeast Alabama Regional playoffs at Jacksonville State University on Monday, February 18, 2019. Plainview (30-4) will…
