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Two businessmen seek role of Dale commission chairman

After a vote two years ago to separate the duties of the Dale County probate judge and the Dale County Commission chairperson, voters will have the chance on March 13 to elect a former commissioner or a current Ozark City councilman as chairperson.

Ozark, Dale County, discuss 'big' economic development behind closed doors

OZARK — In an unprecedented move between the Ozark City Council and Dale County Commission, the two entities met behind closed doors for more than an hour on Friday to discuss what officials said could be a future economic development project.

Six candidates in race for Dale Co. Commission seat 4

OZARK—Six men running for the Dale County Commission District 4 seat addressed specific needs for the county and why they should be selected for the position.

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Dale probate judge candidates cite experience, compassion in probate court

Dale County jury convicts man on trafficking in cocaine charge

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Jail docket 1/30/12

The following were arrested and booked into the Houston County Jail on felony charges. None have been convicted.

Jail docket 2/20/12

The following were arrested and booked into the Houston County Jail on felony charges. None have been convicted.

Jail docket 2/6/12

The following were arrested and booked into the Houston County Jail on felony charges. None have been convicted.

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Dothan man guilty of cocaine trafficking

Mental evaluation ordered for murder suspect

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Coffee County Schools Education Series

Fewer state dollars for public education, but the Elba City, Enterprise City, and Coffee County School superintendents believe it has made their respective systems more efficient.

Gunman shoots at police officers

A police call Monday evening quickly turned violent when a Coffee County man began shooting at Enterprise officers.

Enterprise bank robbery cases forwarded to grand jury

A Coffee County judge found sufficient evidence in the bank robbery cases filed against an Enterprise man to forward the cases to a grand jury.

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Coffee County Spelling Bee

New Storm Shelters

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Eufaula receives heavy rain, but avoids worst weather

A tornado watch that had been issued for Barbour County was lifted just after 4 p.m. Thursday. The watch had initially been issued until 5 p.m.

Eufaula man arrested on possession charge

Willie Edward Moore, 67, of 312 W. Browder St. Eufaula, was arrested Jan. 21, on a felony charge of possession of controlled substance.

Readers Feel...

Rain, Thunder... Rain, Thunder... A Barbour County man was convicted in Dale County Circuit Court Wednesday for trafficking in cocaine. It took a jury less than ten minutes to convict Carlos Lynn, 31, of Eufaula, on the class A felony.

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Barbour Schools will benefit from gospel sing

Dale County jury convicts man on trafficking in cocaine charge

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March focuses on brain awareness

March has been proclaimed Brain Awareness Month in Pike County by Probate Judge Wes Allen. Allen signed the proclamation Wednesday afternoon while members of the Pilot Club of Troy watched.

Pike County faithful to receive ashes as Lent begins

Today is a day of repentance for many faithful who will flock to area services in order to receive ashes on their forehead as the season of Lent begins.

Empty Bowls luncheon this week

Local celebrities have made clay bowls to be offered to the public Friday via a silent action held in conjunction with the Empty Bowls Luncheon. Alabama First Lady Dianne Bentley has crafted a bowl for the silent auction and will also attend the luncheon.

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Leaders: Mitchell left legacy in Pike County

TPCT celebrates CTE month

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Books, volunteering available for checkout and renew at library

Updated with video; The Dougherty County Public Library not only offers books and magazines to check out, they also offer volunteer opportunities.

CRCT evidence and furlough days on the move at DCSS

Updated with video; The CRCT investigation involving the Dougherty County School System will soon get some answers with evidence being sent to Albany officials.

Seniors provided protection by law enforcers

Updated with video; S.A.L.T., stands for seniors and law enforcement together. It is a cooperative effort of the local Retired and Active Law Enforcement and the Senior Citizens of Albany and Dougherty County. The goal of this group is to decrease crime and the fear in order to raise livability for seniors.

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Pre-K celebrates Black History month

Chase leads to pot arrest

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Leon County School Superintendent asks county to extend half-cent sales tax

By Lisa Fingeroot Democrat staff writer -- Leon County School Superintendent Jackie Pons hopes Tallahassee's business leaders will get behind his plan to extend the half-cent sales tax earmarked for school building, renovation and maintenance and help him promote it to voters who have the final say.

Leon County Schools kick off campaign to renew half-cent sales tax

By Lisa Fingeroot Florida Capital Bureau -- Leon County School Superintendent Jackie Pons is hoping voters will again approve a half-cent sales tax for the school system when the current sales tax ends this year.

Economic Development Council hosting business forum today

By Jeff Burlew Senior Government Editor -- The Economic Development Council of Tallahassee/Leon County is hosting an economic-development forum today at Goodwood Museum in the Carriage House.

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Florida State tailback James Wilder Jr. arrested

FSU running back James Wilder Jr. arrested

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Homeless Shelter Coming to Jackson County

A new homeless shelter could soon be coming to Jackson County.

Homeless Shelter Planned for Jackson County

Marianna- The Panama City Rescue Mission has been at the center of controversy for years now, but a homeless shelter in the works in Jackson County seems to be getting a lot of support.

Weather Couldn't Stop Cattle Show in Jackson County

Marianna- Dozens of 4-H and Future Farmers of America members were in Jackson County Tuesday participating in this year's Fed Cattle Show.

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Hundreds of Jackson County Families Sign Up for Food Drive

Jackson County Police Logs for Feb. 12