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Mrs. Rhonda, As a longtime subscriber to the Call News, after reading your article of Jan. 7, l just had to respond. You spoke words that so many times l’ve asked the same question. When I was a girl of 13 or so, my precious Mom always went with my sister and me clothes shopping. Being raised as l was, it was unthinkable that l ever considered buying anything that wouldn’t “cut the mustard” and pass my dear Daddy’s approval. Once a friend and l went with my Mom to work in Chickasaw and at the age of 15, I...

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The Boll Weevil Monument in Enterprise has been voted a dubious honor: “America’s Ugliest Public Art Piece.” Rivers Art, which is described in a press release as “a premium fine-art printing provider,” asked 2,000 Americans their opinion on the subject and Alabama’s unusual monument topped the list. “Topping the list is the Boll Weevil Monument, a piece that confuses more than it inspires,” the release said. “At first glance, this looks like a graceful neoclassical statue of a woman in flowing robes. Then you notice what she’s holding above her head — a massive insect. The combination of an elegant...

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It is apparent the Alabama Legislature’s regular session will be short and sweet. That is par for the course in an election year, when all 105 House seats and all 35 Senate seats are up for election. Therefore, it is an inherent historical reality that nothing consequential or controversial is addressed in a quadrennium ending election year. However, the Legislature is constitutionally required to enact two budgets — the Special Education Trust Fund Budget, which encompasses two-thirds of Alabama’s tax revenues, and the General Fund Budget, which has one-third of all revenues. Even though crafting the state’s budgets is difficult...

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Have you ever cooked something so bad that you couldn’t even eat it yourself but your spouse ate it anyway and never said a word? That happened to me once and I’ll never forget it. Willie and I hadn’t been married very long and I was feeling pretty confident in the kitchen. One night, I decided to try something different from my usual peas and cornbread. I mixed together a concoction of tomatoes, macaroni, cheese and pork chops. Yes, all together. Completely wrong idea. When Willie came in for supper, I said, “I’ve got good news. I’ve come up with...

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Rosalyn Sales, the director of economic development for the Clarke-Mobile Gas District, died suddenly on Jan. 6 at a conference promoting the local area to the timber industry. Sales, 61, a prominent economic developer for Clarke and Washington counties, was found dead in her room at Gulf State Park Lodge in Gulf Shores during the Alabama Forestry Association seminar. A welfare check was made when she didn’t come to breakfast or programs the morning of Jan. 6. No foul play is suspected. Sales had been the economic developer for the natural gas utility since 2020. The utility is owned by...

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MONTGOMERY (Jan. 2, 2026) The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association (ALBBAA) continues to accept entries for the 14th annual Big Buck Photo Contest. The contest began in November and runs through the end of Alabama’s deer season. The winner will be determined by online voting, which concludes on Feb. 13, at 11:59 p.m. “We love having the photos shared with us every year in the Big Buck Photo Contest,” said ALBBAA Director Pam Swanner said. “The contest showcases what we all know to be true, that Alabama’s Black Belt remains one of the best places in America to bag a...

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GROVE HILL - Clarke County High School will honor the legacy of one of its most influential educators and coaches with a gym dedication ceremony recognizing Coach Earl Horn Saturday, Jan. 17 at 2 p.m. in the CCHS basketball gymnasium. Coach Horn dedicated decades of service to Clarke County High School, where he made a lasting impact as a coach, mentor and role model to countless student-athletes. Known for his leadership, discipline and commitment to excellence, Horn’s influence extended far beyond the basketball court and into the lives of many students he guided throughout his career. The dedication ceremony will...

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Rebuilding Together of South Alabama, The Daniel Foundation, and The People’s Justice Foundation are joining forces to offer free home renovation training to homeowners and volunteers at White Smith Memorial Library on Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. This training is part of the WERISE (weatherize every residence in the south east) initiative and works to teach homeowners easy and affordable energy efficiency updates that can be completed on their home to reduce energy costs. The training will be classroom style with a working lunch and an afternoon hands-on opportunity. Techniques shared will cover using caulk, spray...

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In recognition of a life dedicated to serving others especially the children of Clarke, Washington and Choctaw counties, the Regional Child Advocacy Center, Inc. Board of Directors has established the “Eddie Slayton Memorial Award.” The award is named for the late Eddie Slayton, a longtime member of the agency’s board of directors and a dedicated advocate for children. This annual award is given to an individual who has benefitted children in this three-county region above and beyond their job duties or has been exemplary in their volunteer service for children. The award is bestowed upon the nominee at the organization’s...

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