The South Alabamian News Podcast

Autumn Rocker slammed five home runs as Jackson’s softball team emerged as the Washington County Invitational champion over the weekend. The Aggies defeated Washington County (12- 2), Fruitdale (18-4), and Millry (18-3). Jackson also lost to the Wildcats 4-2. Millry (4), Jackson (2) Kristen Yeager was 3-for-3 with a solo home run in the Aggies’ loss. Millry’s Hayden Beasley hit solo and two-run homers. Jackson’s Zoey Rooks had an RBI single and allowed four runs on six hits in five innings. Jackson (18), Fruitdale (4) Rocker launched a pair of homers and drove in six runs for the Aggies. A...

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Dinner and Auction Regional Child Advocacy Center will host their 19th annual Honor Thy Children dinner and auction at 5:50 p.m. March 8 at H.W. Pearce Memorial Assembly House located at 346 Vanity Park Dr., Jackson. Tickets are and can be purchased by calling RCAC at 251-275-2804. Tails and Trails The historic Lodge at Double Gates, 850 Frank Boykin Drive, McIntosh, will host its 4th annual Tails and Trails from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. March 8. Registration is per person. children 12 and under receive free entry. All proceeds go toward VFW Post 3373 in Pascagoula, Miss....

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I realize that not everyone sees life as I do. Probably nobody sees life exactly as I do. We are like snowflakes, and science tells us that no two snowflakes are the same. So I accept the fact that what I write in this column probably doesn’t peel your banana perfectly, and that’s OK. I am me, and you are you. But I have my opinions, and it is my column, after all, so here goes. “I DON’T LIKE WHAT GOD DOES, EVERY TIME. BUT HE IS GOD, SO….” We are the by-product of Someone’s beyond-belief imagination. God, that Supreme...

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Ms. Kathy Spidle was a special guest reader in Read Across America for the first-grade class in Gilmore Elementary School

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Jackson—Jackson Mayor Paul South visited Gilmore Elementary School on Monday as part of Read Across America Week, continuing a longstanding tradition of reading Dr. Seuss books to students. South has participated in the event for 15 years, bringing stories to life for young students while emphasizing the importance of reading. South’s involvement in Read Across America is a family tradition. His wife, a librarian at Gilmore Elementary for 38 years, encouraged him to dress up as the Cat in the Hat for the event. “I’ve been doing it every year,” South said. “The kids look forward to it.” During his...

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BIRMINGHAM — Jackson’s Isaiah Gladney didn’t see all the wires running out of the backboard, nor the bright lights shining in his eyes from the high reaches of Legacy Arena, maybe not even Plainview’s Sawyer Wilborn sliding over to get in his way and not even the clock that was silently draining down to milliseconds when he snared the basketball with his left hand. He did see an orange hoop, a Blue Map and a chance to go down in history, so he went up. There were three feet between Gladney and the basket when he turned, switched the ball...

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Jackson—Two-term Jackson City Councilmember and educator Audra Raybon announced she is running for mayor in August, saying she wants to bring her passion for public service to the city’s highest office. “With eight years of experience on the Jackson City Council and a career as a teacher at Jackson High School, I have spent my life working to improve our community and I am ready to take that commitment to the next level,” said Raybon, a Jackson native who has also served on the library board, the planning commission, the hospital auxiliary and other civic organizations. “Serving this community has...

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Jackson— Mayor Paul South announced he is seeking re-election in August, saying he is the most qualified person to lead continued essential advancements in public safety, economic progress and access to healthcare. “I am seeking re-election as mayor to continue serving all the people of Jackson, regardless of religion, race or background,” South said. “I have never shown favoritism, nor will I ever. When I took my oath of office, I pledged to serve with integrity and I remain committed to that promise. Being mayor is not about power, privilege or status — it is about service.” South served as...

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Old night watch, men’s time clock. Very rare. 251-266-8081 Antique electronic equipment, collector’s dream find. Priced to sell. 251-266-8081

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The Grove Hill Fire Department said it responded to a report of smoke inside the Burger King restaurant shortly after 7 a.m. on Sunday and no damage was reported. Upon arrival, firefighters found employees had already evacuated the building as a precaution. After conducting a thorough inspection, firefighters determined the smoke originated from the heating and cooling ductwork. The restaurant reopened shortly thereafter.

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