Arrests booked in the Clarke County Jail from March 10 - 16 include the following: Morris Wendell Bettis II, 36, possessing forged instrument first degree Demetris Centell Pritchett, 34, tampering with physical evidence, fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, unlawful use or possession of controlled substance, use or possession of drug paraphernalia first offense, endangering the welfare of a child, assault second degree, reckless driving Quiana Welch, 35, unlawful possession or receipt of controlled substance Dylan Hutchinson, 25, probation revocation – technical violation Tyrese Devontaye Dortch, 26, here for court Marvin Lemark Eaton, 37, obstructing government operations, person...

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Theresa Marie Roberts, Ernest Kenneth Roberts Jr. to Charles H. Reid, Connie R. Reid (Warranty) Charles Allen to Willie Ruth Pritchett; Daniel Ganus, Brittany Ganus to Daniel Thomas Horn Jr. (Quit Claim) Ronald Earl King, Ronald E. King, Debroah Ann Williams, Deborah K. Williams, Daphaine Kay King, Daphaine Kay Griffin, Jennifer Lynn King, Jennifer L. King, Ruby King, Earl J. King to Ruby King (Warranty) Lisa Taylor, Lisa Prichard to John Hudson, Bonnie Hudson; David Roy Pritchard to David Roy Pritchard, Lisa Leigh Pritchard; David Roy Pritchard to David Roy Pritchard, Lisa Leigh Pritchard (Quit Claim) Franklin Bailey, Stephen D....

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Change is not always easy, but it is inevitable. In working here, for over 10 years, I've seen lots of people come and go, but I must say our recent departure of our reporter Eduardo Magana will be a significant loss to us here at the local papers. Previously in the past, we had a reporter to cover each individual area, in addition to their coverage of the area also included other tasks as well to make sure we have the news out weekly on time. Eduardo was assigned to cover news and events in Jackson, Grove Hill and Thomasville....

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Marcus Daniel “Mark” McKinley, 41, of Pine Hill, died March 8, 2025 at his home. He was born Feb. 28, 1984 in Thomasville, to James “Skeeter” McAuthor and Mary Ann Parnell. He was a foreman with Ozark Safety and attended Thomasville Church of God. He is survived by his wife, Joni McKinley; mother, Mary Ann Parnell; sons, Marcus Gabriel McKinley and Donovan James McKinley; daughter, Alaina Brooke McKinley; brothers, Jon Wesley Parnell and Ronald “Mac” Parnell; and sisters, Connie Francine Morgan, Rebecca “Missie” Gustafson, and Susan McGarrity. Condolences may be offered at obryantchapelfh.com Arrangements by O’Bryant Chapel Funeral Home and...

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In moments of uncertainty and chaos, finding peace in the assurance of God’s sovereignty is a source of strength and comfort. Whatever our life circumstances may be, God is in control, guiding our paths and working out his perfect plans. In times of turmoil or when facing the unknown, trusting in God’s ultimate control brings a deep sense of peace. Knowing that his purposes prevail and his promises endure gives hope and reassurance. Drawing peace from God’s means surrendering our worries, fears, and desires into his capable hands. In faith we can rest in the truth that God works all...

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Dollar General has announced it will be closing 100 stores across the nation the first quarter of the year. They will also shut 45 of their Pop-shelf stores. The company will change the former Pop-shelf stores to Dollar General locations. The stores closing will be less than 1 percent of the company’s store base overall. A list of stores that will close is currently not been released at this time. The dollar General currently operates more than 20,000 Dollar General Stores, DG Markets, DGX stores and Pop- Shelf stores in 48 states.

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Clarke County was spared the worst of Saturday night’s severe weather but other parts of the state and nation were not as fortunate. At least 42 people died across multiple states as a powerful storm system roared through the Midwest and South Saturday. Three of those deaths were in Alabama, two in Dallas County and one in Talladega County. Clarke County Emergency Management Agency Director Roy Waite said a home and several campers were damaged in the Sandy Bottoms community in Gainestown, in the southern part of the county. Sandy Bottoms is a community of vacation homes and fish camps...

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I enjoy reading a good book. I think that began when I was a child. I had a grandmother who read to me. I a m sure that she was not the only one but I have distinct, early memories of sitting in Nanny’s lap as the words she read took me to places that filled my mind with wonder. One of the books that she read to me was the Bible. Thank you, Nanny. Needless to say, I still read that book to great benefit but I read countless other books for relaxation and entertainment. It has occurred to...

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The Poarch Band of Creek Indians have a proud history of supporting youth in livestock. Each year, two young people from each of Alabama’s 67 counties are awarded a scholarship from the tribe to aid in future participation in youth livestock events during SLE Livestock Week. From left: PBCI Tribal Council Member Dewitt Carter, Hudson Moore, Casen Hare and SLE President-Elect Galen Grace.

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