1. McCraney trial date set; Judge rules on motions

    By Christina Faulkner

    A Dale County Judge set a pretrial hearing date on April 13 to hear final motions in the McCraney trial that will begin just days later on April 17. Dale County Presiding Circuit Court Judge William Filmore heard several motions from defense attorneys Thursday, March 16. Five additional motions will be heard at the April 13 pretrial hearing.

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  2. Alabama farmers leave lasting impact on Capitol Hill

    by Maggie Edwards

    Agricultural advocacy took center stage on Capitol Hill during the Washington Legislative Conference (WLC) March 7-10, as passion and patriotism sent 140 Alabama Farmers Federation members to Washington, D.C. 

    It was Chambers County farmer Jason McKay’s first WLC. He’s a partner in RL&M Cattle and RL&M Ag Services in Cusseta. 

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  3. Tuberville demands answers after discovering Pentagon paying $47 million annually to store border wall materials

    Pentagon spending $130K a day to block border states from accessing unused border wall panels

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  4. Sunbelt Solomon Announces Plans to Open Rental Facility in Elba

    Staff Reports

    ELBA, Alabama – Sunbelt Solomon Services (“Sunbelt Solomon” or “SSS”), a leading provider of customized and sustainable electrical power solutions and services, today announced plans to open a service center in Elba, Alabama, that will offer electrical transformer repair and recycling, field services and equipment rental operations. Sunbelt Solomon will invest over $5 million to launch the facility, which will generate new employment opportunities, providing an economic boost to the Southeast Alabama community.

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  5. Alabama Defeats Maryland 73-51 in NCAA Tournament to Advance to Ninth Sweet 16 in Program History

    Editor’s note: Reprinted from RollTide.com

    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The No. 1 seed and top-ranked Alabama men's basketball team outscored No. 8 seed Maryland by 17 points in the second half to cruise to a 73-51 victory Saturday night in the NCAA Tournament second round. With the win, the Crimson Tide advances to its second Sweet 16 appearance in the last three years and ninth showing in program history.

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  6. Governor Kay Ivey delivers annual State of the State address

    By J.D. Devine

    Montgomery-Governor Kay Ivey delivered her assessment of the current health, successes, and failures of Alabama as a whole. She also discussed her ideas on many areas and topics during her State of the State Address on Tuesday, March 7. She was officially invited to give the address by the Alabama House of Representatives, which is typically a formality. Her address was notable for her enthusiasm, sports metaphors, and the folksy, laidback way she speaks.  

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  7. Commission grants pay increase for deputy coroners; request IAC review to demo old library; table SARCOA appointments again

    By Christina Faulkner

    The Dale County Commission moved forward with a unanimous vote to increase the per-call rate of pay for deputy coroners at the commission meeting held Tuesday, February 28.

    In a letter addressed to the commission, Dale County Coroner John Cawley stated, “The current rate of pay is $75 per call…[it] is just not enough for the amount of time and conditions per call.”

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  8. Southeast Gas invests in improving Dale County Communities

    Press Release – Southeast Gas recently awarded Community Betterment Funds in the amount of $11,000 to Ozark Dale County Economic Development Corporation (ODEC). Ozark Mayor and Southeast Gas Board member Mark Blankenship requested funds to enhance existing industry and recruit new businesses to the City of Ozark on behalf of ODEC. This year Southeast Gas will provide $164,000 to agencies like ODEC for commercial and industrial investments in Southeast Alabama.

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  9. RC&D Partners with local colleges to support veterans

    By Travis Parker

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  10. Lady Eagles’ softball runner-up in KLD tournament

    By J.D. Devine

    The Carroll High School (CHS) Lady Eagles’ varsity softball team played their hearts out at the Kirsten L. Dean (KLD) Memorial Softball Tournament held at Straughn, AL, March 3-4. They played Straughn and Highland Home in pool play, and in bracket play, they faced off against Straughn, Zion Chapel, and Highland Home.

    CHS vs. Straughn Tigers

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  11. Sheriff promotes six; four to command staff positions

    By Christina Faulkner

    Dale County Sheriff Mason Bynum announced the promotion of four deputies to command staff positions and two additional promotions within the Dale County Sheriff’s Office this past week. Former Captain Kyle Anderson, former Lieutenant Scott Spurlock, former Investigator Caroline Jackson, and former Deputy Kendall Hatfield were all promoted to command staff positions after Bynum took office in January.

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  12. Michael McCurry to Lead the World's Smallest St. Patrick's Day Parade

    Enterprise, AL – The Enterprise Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Enterprise way at the World’s Smallest St. Patrick’s Day Parade and the Half Pint 0.5K on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on E. College St. This annual event will celebrate its 30th Anniversary, honoring its only parade participant – the Grand Marshal!

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  13. City leaders read to students to celebrate Read Across America

    By J.D. Devine

    Local leaders participated in the annual Read Across America event by visiting local schools and reading to the students. Director of Public Safety Charles Ward, Deputy Fire Chief Jason Maertens, and Ozark EMS visited three different Ozark City Schools to read to the students in celebration of the annual Read Across America. This year’s theme is “Bringing Communities Together.”

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  14. CHS JROTC Student Honored for Accomplishments

    By Christina Faulkner

    Carroll High School Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) Cadet Captain Paul Swanson was honored at the Ozark City Council meeting held on February 21 for his selection to the Alabama State Superintendent’s Advisory Board. Swanson was also invited to attend Governor Kay Ivey’s Proclamation signing declaring February as Career Technical Education (CTE) Month in Alabama and serves on the state’s JROTC Leadership Board as the Vice President.

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  15. Carroll’s varsity baseball has a strong night against Pike Co

    By J.D. Devine

    The Carroll High School (CHS) Eagles’ varsity baseball team had a strong night against Pike County Monday, March 6. Pitching for the Eagles was B. Lowery, who threw 61 pitches and had 36 strikes. Carroll took an early lead and played a strong game, giving Pike County no chance to catch up.

    The game against Pike County had two special guests. Dr. Danelle Peterman and Mr. Mike Robinson threw out the first pitches of the night.

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  16. Local businesses and individuals recognized for excellence

    By Christina Faulkner

    The Ozark Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2022 Excellence in Business Awards on Thursday, February 23, at the Ozark Warehouse. The event highlighted eleven categories in which local businesses and individuals excel in the delivery of their products and services.

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  17. Rep. Barry Moore announces 2nd Amendment bill; Hosts ribbon cutting at new Troy office

    By J.D. Devine

    Troy–United States Representative Barry Moore, who represents Alabama’s second congressional district, announced that he has introduced a bill, H.R. 1095, in the House of Representatives. The bill calls for the AR-15-style rifle to be declared the “National Gun of the United States.” Moore unveiled his proposed legislation at a press conference he held at Family Firearms in Troy, AL, on Tuesday, February 21.

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  18. Bridge Academy holds ribbon-cutting ceremony

    Bridge Academy held its grand opening on Thursday, February 23. The events started with a flag-raising ceremony conducted by members of the 131st National Guard Armory Alumni Association. Bridge Academy then held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the career tech campus.

    Young ladies who have participated in local beauty pageants, including Miss Pinckard Laney Deloney and Junior Miss Ariton Addie Davis, and others, assisted in the ribbon-cutting ceremony. 

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  19. Ozark EMS expansion running smoothly

    By J.D. Devine

    Ozark EMS has undergone a large expansion of operations in order to provide proper emergency medical services (EMS) to the municipalities located in Southern Dale County following the closure of South Dale EMS due to major budgetary deficits, leaving the southern portion of Dale County vulnerable. 

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  20. Carroll Eagles soccer teams tie in games against Pike Road

    By J.D. Devine. 

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  21. Concerned Citizens bring Oben Everett Park complaints to Council

    By Christina Faulkner

    Oben Everett Park was the focus of Gene Lynn’s concerns during the February 7 Ozark City Council meeting. Lynn, a member of the Concerned Citizens of Ozark, was selected by members of the community to be their voice after several approached him with complaints. Armed with pictures of Oben Everett and a comparison photo of Steagall Park, Lynn listed concerns from the need to resurface the basketball courts to the layout of new playground equipment.

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  22. MHFSC, lifting those who need a lift

    By Christina Faulkner

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  23. A night for the children at Ozark City Council meeting

    By Christina Faulkner

    The Ozark City Council heard from concerned citizens during the regularly held meeting on Tuesday, February 7. The primary topic of discussion was focused on Ozark’s children. Ulysses Kincey, Jr., pastor at St. Paul AME, and Bob Harry, owner of Aabon Health, each spoke on different concerns for the welfare of Ozark’s children.

    Eastgate Gymnasium

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  24. Boone News Media founder and chairman dies

    TUSCALOOSA, Alabama — James B. “Jim” Boone Jr., founder and chairman of the board of Boone Newsmedia, Inc. [BNI], died Monday, Feb. 13, at UAB Hospital-Highlands in Birmingham, Alabama, after a brief illness. He was 87.

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  25. Carroll Girls win Lakeshore Shootout; Ranked #2 in State

    Staff Reports 

    The Carroll High School Lady Eagles took home the Lakeshore Shootout title in Alabaster over the weekend.  After finishing second the past two years, Carroll had unfinished business. 

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  26. Night to Shine transforms church into ultimate prom experience

    By Christina Faulkner

    Over 100 volunteers came together to transform The Family Life Center (FLC) at First Ozark United Methodist Church (FUMC) into a magical prom setting for the Tim Tebow Night to Shine held Friday, February 10. Dressed to the nines, approximately 75 special needs guests attended the event, joining family, friends, and buddies for an unforgettable prom experience.

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  27. Ozark American Legion Post 82 receives State Recognition

    Submitted by Travis Parker

    Ozark Post 82 of the American Legion met last Saturday, February 4th, at the DAV Lodge (previously the American Legion Hall). District Commander Al Lott presented the Post Commander at the meeting with a 100% Renewal Certificate from the State of Alabama American Legion. It was originally presented to Post Commander Elaine McLeod at the State Convention in Mobile last month. The Post 82 Officers are Commander J. Elaine McLeod, Adjutant Robert May, Chaplain Sam Williams, and Bruce Williamson for Membership.

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  28. D.A. Smith holds science fair; recognizes former student whose success was inspired by participation in school science fairs

    By J.D. Devine

    The students of D.A. Smith Middle School recently participated in a science fair. The science fair gave the students the opportunity to experiment and explore various areas of science that interest them. The school’s science fair was sponsored by Amanda Melby and Tristan Wherly.

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  29. Cleaning, brightening, and improving Ozark moving forward

    By Christina Faulkner

    The Ozark City Council is making headway in its efforts to clean up, brighten, and improve the City of Ozark. At last Tuesday night’s regularly held City Council meeting on February 7, Council members unanimously voted on three motions that would move those efforts forward.

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  30. Eagles’ boy's varsity defeats Greenville in 5A Area 4 semifinals; travels to Charles Henderson for championship game

    By J.D. Devine

    The Carroll High School (CHS) Eagles boys varsity basketball team faced off against the Greenville Tigers in the 5A Area 4 sub-final game on Tuesday, February 7, at CHS. The Eagles had to win the game against Greenville for a spot in the Area Championship game against Charles Henderson.

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  31. Governor congratulates students and faculty of Newton Elementary

    By J.D. Devine

    Newton – Newton Elementary School (NES) was surprised by a special visit from Alabama Governor Kay Ivey on Monday, January 30, 2023. The governor, along with other state and local dignitaries, visited the school to congratulate the students and faculty on its recent achievements. The school was recently honored with two highly-coveted national awards, including being named a 2022 Blue Ribbon School and a 2023 National Elementary and Secondary Education Association (ESEA) Distinguished School. 

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  32. Governor signs proclamation setting $5,000 reward for information in Dorrill murder investigation

    By Christina Faulkner

    Last month, Governor Kay Ivey issued a proclamation offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the tragic murder of Melanie Amber Dorrill. Ivey’s proclamation stresses that “every effort should be made to apprehend and convict the person or persons responsible for this crime.”

    The $5,000 reward is available to any public citizen who provides information to

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  33. Carroll Eagles victorious after hard-fought games against Highland Home in final home game of the regular season

    By J.D. Devine

    The Carroll Eagles faced off against the Highland Home Flying Squadron in their final home basketball game of the regular season on Monday, January 30. All three teams, the Eagles’ boys junior varsity (JV), girls varsity (Lady Eagles), and boys varsity, were matched against their Highland Home counterparts. 

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  34. Carroll High School Career Center celebrates Career and Technical Education Month; Mayor Blankenship signs proclamation

    By J.D. Devine

    Carroll High School Career Center (CHSCC) is planning a busy month of activities in observance of Alabama Career and Technical Education Month. Officials, faculty, and students from Ozark City Schools (OCS) visited City Hall on Friday, February 3, as Ozark Mayor Mark Blankenship signed a proclamation declaring February Career and Technical Education Month.

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  35. Southern Star’s publisher purchases the Union Springs Herald

    Publisher Pierre Little, center, is now the proud owner of the Union Springs Herald, one of Alabama’s oldest weekly newspapers. Previous owners Johnny Adams, left, and Kim Adams, right, say they’re grateful for their 12 years with the Herald and thankful for its advertisers, staff, and readers. Photo by Felicia Farnsworth.

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  36. Dale County Deputy Coroners appointed

    By Christina Faulkner

    The Dale County Commission appointed three deputy coroners at the Commission meeting held Tuesday, January 24. Dale County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Adam Bruhn was appointed Chief Deputy Coroner while Daleville Department of Public Safety Assistant Fire Chief David Grubbs was appointed Deputy Coroner for Daleville, Level Plains, and Clayhatchee. Ricky Stokes was appointed Deputy Coroner for Southeast Health and Flowers Hospital.

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  37. Senator Jimmy Holley Retirement Luncheon

    Submitted by Travis Parker

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  38. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency assumes control of landfill fire in Moody

    By J.D. Devine

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  39. Eagles soar beyond Tigers’ reach as all three Carroll High basketball teams defeat Red Level

    By J.D. Devine

    The Carroll Eagles soared beyond the reach of the Red Level Tigers during Friday night’s basketball games. All three teams, the Eagles’ Boys Junior Varsity (JV), Girls Varsity (Lady Eagles), and Boys Varsity, played against their Red Level Tiger counterparts on Friday, January 27. 

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  40. Bynum Realizes Childhood Dream Upon Swearing In as Dale County Sheriff

    By Christina Faulkner

    Newly elected Dale County Sheriff Mason Bynum was sworn into office by 33rd Judicial Circuit Judge William Filmore on Tuesday, January 17. Bynum ran unopposed after former Sheriff Wally Olson decided to retire and not seek re-election to a fifth term.

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  41. Cawley Takes Office As Dale County Coroner

    By Christina Faulkner

    Family, friends, and employees joined John Cawley as he took the oath of office as Dale County’s new Coroner on Tuesday, January 17. Cawley was sworn into office by 33rd Judicial Circuit Judge William E. Filmore.

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  42. Mayor Kicks Off Black History Month with Proclamation

    By Christina Faulkner

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  43. Honoring Excellence and Dedication at Ozark City Schools

    By Christina Faulkner

    Ozark City Schools held a special board meeting to honor School Board members and Teachers of the Year on Thursday, January 19.

    January is school board appreciation month across the State of Alabama. Each year, administrators take time to recognize and show their appreciation for the hard work and dedication of the school board.

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  44. Carroll High’s Basketball Teams Prevail Against G.W. Long Despite Rebels’ Strong Efforts 

    By J.D. Devine

    It was a strong night overall for the Carroll Eagles as all three of the school’s teams, the Boys Junior Varsity, the Girls Varsity, and the Boys Varsity, each played a game against the G.W. Long Rebels. The Boys JV team kicked the evening off, playing the first game of the night. The team managed to defeat the G.W. Long Rebels, 38-28.

    The strong showing for Carroll continued as the Lady Eagles varsity team took on the Rebels. 

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  45. Ozark EMS Begins Coverage of South Dale County Municipalities

    By Christina Faulkner

    As South Dale EMS closed their doors Saturday evening at 7 p.m., citizens in five southern Dale County municipalities need not be concerned which emergency medical services provider will answer the call when the need arises. Ozark EMS has contracted with the five municipalities in the south end of the county to provide ambulatory services to their citizenry taking the first call at 7:10 p.m. Saturday, January 14.

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