By Caitlyn Cummings

The Ozark City Council's recent meeting on March 19 brought encouraging updates for the city.

By Christina Faulkner

Pinckard, Al - A routine traffic stop turned into a foot chase and arrest in Pinckard on Thursday, March 21, as Pinckard Police Chief Lowell Williams observed a gray Altima passing three cars in a no-passing zone on Highway 134 near Pinckard Town Hall.

Staff Reports

Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) has been awarded a $2.9 million grant from the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) as part of the Alabama Centers for Rural Healthcare Opportunity legislative appropriation. This grant will facilitate the establishment of the Wiregrass Center for Rural Healthcare Opportunities on the campus of Dale Medical Center in Ozark, Alabama.

By Christina Faulkner

On Tuesday, March 27, Mayor Mark Blankenship of the City of Ozark signed a proclamation to honor the Month of the Military Child, standing alongside leaders from Fort Novosel.

The proclamation shines a spotlight on the unique challenges faced by military children. With military families relocating approximately every two to three years, these children often grapple with adjusting to new schools and building new support networks.

Submitted by County Extension Coordinator Melissa Voynich

Extension offices in Alabama are known for their great gardening resources, and Dale County is no exception.

We are here to help you in several ways to get your tomato - or whatever you want to grow! – garden accomplished.

We have tomatoes on the brain because it is about time for fresh-sliced tomato sandwiches and salsa gardening, and we are excited to announce our resources to help with this.

By Christina Faulkner

Level Plains - Level Plains Police apprehended three suspects on Saturday, March 30, following a break-in at an unoccupied residence in the community.

Chief Johnny Summers reported that this particular home has been targeted multiple times in the past. "Those that break into the home often squat there because the homeowners are not here," said Summers.

Acting on a tip received early Saturday afternoon, Summers along with two officers entered the home and arrested all three suspects without any incidents.

By Christina Faulkner

A Midland City man is currently in custody at the Dale County Jail after his attempt to break into vehicles in Ozark was thwarted by a locked car door, a vigilant homeowner, and surveillance technology.

Dominique Walker, 22, was arrested on Saturday, March 30, after his plan to burglarize vehicles in Ozark was foiled. According to Ozark Police Department Deputy Chief Michael Bryan, Walker had targeted Ozark to break into vehicles with the intention of stealing cash and valuables.

By Travis Parker

A unique startup is making waves by transforming human hair and chicken feathers – of which there are plenty in the Wiregrass – into eco-friendly products. SetaTech, the brainchild of CEO Blair Blacker, was celebrated at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 28, at the Ozark Technology Center Business Incubator.

By Christina Faulkner

Celebrating an impressive 33 years in business on March 31, Aabon stands as a beacon of quality and customer service in Ozark. Owned and operated by Lt. Colonel Robert C. Harry (Army - Retired), this durable medical equipment (DME) provider is unique, filling a void in the area that would otherwise leave customers resorting to online orders.

Submitted by County Extension Coordinator Melissa Voynich

If you heard loud yelling last Friday about “SYRUPPPP OIL SPILLS!”, that was Dale County fourth graders collectively enjoying Extension’s Groundwater Festival 2024.

Each year, we invite schools to bring more than 200 fourth graders to Wallace College’s Science building to enjoy a day of learning about filtration, aquifers, and the water cycle.

There is singing, dancing, and yes, chocolate syrup oil spills.