Eagles’ track and field teams compete in Troy

By J.D. Devine

The Carroll High School (CHS) Track and Field team competed in the Charles Henderson High School Invitational Track Meet Friday, March 24. The girls and boys teams each placed fifth overall at the meet.

In both the girls' long jump and high jump categories, Carroll’s Alana Coleman earned first place. In the long jump, Coleman soared a stunning 16’6. In the high jump, Coleman scored 4’10. Coleman also placed second in the girls' 300m hurdles with a time of 54.14 seconds.

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2023 Dale County Distinguished Young Woman Shares Experience

By Christina Faulkner

Kaylle Rosales did not think beyond the potential financial benefits toward her plans for college when it came to participating in the Dale County Distinguished Young Woman (DYW) program, but she soon learned the program offered so much more than a scholarship. Rosales spoke to Ozark Rotary Club members about her experience with the program on Tuesday, March 28.

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Ozark celebrates largest Crawdad Festival in event’s 17 years

By J.D. Devine

It was a fun-filled day of celebration, good eating, and overall joy as large crowds gathered in downtown Ozark for the 17th Annual Crawdad Festival. This year’s festival was the largest in the event’s history, with nearly 100 more vendors than last year.

Even a little bit of rain could not stop the people from coming out to participate in the yearly tradition.

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Ozark Officers Commended for Actions

By Christina Faulkner

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial officially dedicated during solemn ceremony

By J.D. Devine

Local veterans who lost their lives during the Vietnam War have finally received the special recognition they deserved. Veterans of the Vietnam War, local dignitaries, and other community members gathered Wednesday, March 29, at the site of what is now officially the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial. The solemn ceremony and ribbon-cutting event marked the formal commemoration and dedication of the memorial honoring those fallen warriors who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.

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Eagles varsity girls victorious while boys fall after close region game against Eufaula

By J.D. Devine

The Carroll High School varsity soccer teams visited Eufaula for a regional game on March 29. The Lady Eagles had arrived ready and swept the Eufaula Tigers, while the boys played a close game throughout but fell late in the final half.

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Wiregrass United Way presents $400,000 in grants; Ozark organizations receive $61,250

The Wiregrass United Way presented $400,000 to 22 local nonprofit agencies around the Wiregrass over the last two weeks. Funding for these grants was received from the Wiregrass Foundation after the Wiregrass United Way completed the challenge of reaching their yearly fundraising goal of $2,777,777.77.

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Three Churches Observe Good Friday

By Christina Faulkner

Members of three churches in Ozark came together to observe Good Friday on April 7. Located on what is known as holy hill in Ozark, St. John’s Catholic Church, St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, and Westview United Methodist Church each hosted four to five stations of the fourteen Stations of the Cross.

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Ansley Godwin named to State Teacher of the Year “Sweet Sixteen”

By Christina Faulkner

Carroll High School’s Ansley Godwin was announced as a finalist for Alabama Teacher of the Year on Wednesday, April 5. The State of Alabama Department of Education released the names of the “State’s Sweet 16 educators” last week in a press release. The Alabama Teacher of the Year program is one of the state’s oldest and most esteemed recognition programs. This year’s 16 finalists have emerged from a highly professional group of more than 150 top educators who submitted their official applications for this state honor.

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Fort Rucker officially redesignated Fort Novosel

By Christina Faulkner

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Bats cracked, and balls soared as schools battle to win Dothan Diamond Classic

By J.D. Devine

Twenty area girls varsity teams competed in the annual Dothan Diamond Classic softball tournament on April 11-15, 2023. The Dothan Diamond Class has earned the descriptor “ultimate softball competition” since the best of the best travel to Dothan each year to enjoy the sport they love.

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Dadeville community in shock, mourning after mass shooting claims 4 lives, injuring 32

By J.D. Devine

The small community of Dadeville, AL, which has a population of only 3,200 and is located approximately 57 miles northeast of Montgomery, is in shock after a gunman interrupted a “sweet 16” birthday party at Mahogany Masterpiece Dance Studio and opened fire on Saturday night, April 16.

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MG McCurry Addresses AUSA at Spring Membership Meeting

By Travis Parker

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EMA to revitalize CERT program; Seeking volunteers

By Christina Faulkner

Dale County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is seeking volunteers to become members of Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) within the county. Rather than wait for the government to respond, which can take three days or longer, citizens can rely on their local CERT teams in the event of a natural disaster or other emergencies.

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City of Ozark adding tipping fee to waste collection

By Christina Faulkner

Citizens in the City of Ozark with a second garbage can will soon see an additional $10 tipping fee added to their monthly bill. The Ozark City Council passed a motion Tuesday, April 4 setting the new fee in motion.

“It is simply due to the price of everything going up,” said Campbell. “

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Carroll’s boys and girls soccer teams celebrate series of victories

By J.D. Devine

Carroll High School’s (CHS) boys and girls soccer teams had a winning streak this past week as they faced off against Greenville, Charles Henderson, and G.W. Long as region play comes to a close.

On Monday, April 17, the Eagles’ boys team faced off against region opponent Greenville in a shutout victory for CHS. The Eagles swept Greenville, 10-0.

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Boys & Girls Club Flight Day

By Travis Parker

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Survival Flight HEMS give lessons to Bridge Academy EMS students

By Christina Faulkner

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) students at Bridge Academy, Dale County Schools, were treated to a visit from Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) provider Survival Flight of Dothan on Friday, April 14. Survival Flight critical care registered flight nurse, Mark Reynolds, and critical care nurse and paramedic Jason Trammell spent time training and going through basic exercises with students.

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Month of the Military Child celebrated in Ozark

By Christina Faulkner

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McCraney trial begins; jurors hear testimony from prosecution, defense

By J.D. Devine

The long-awaited capital murder trial of Coley McCraney is underway. McCraney has been held without bond in the Dale County Jail since his March 2019 arrest. He is accused of the 1999 double murders of 17-year-olds J.B. Beasley and Tracie Hawlett. He is also charged with the rape of J.B. Beasley. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is prosecuting the case at the request of Dale County District Attorney Kirke Adams.

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