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March 29, 2008
Dale County program helps families ID belongings
For years, stolen merchandise has set in the Dale County Sheriff’s Office waiting for the rightful owners to claim. But without receipts or serials numbers, the task of returning the items was almost impossible. Until recently. Dale County Sheriff Wally Olson said he has implemented a booklet system known as Operation Identification to help homeowners inventory their belongings inside their home.Webb man could face assault charge in hit and run
Man who led police on chase charged with DUI
A Georgia man already facing several felony counts was charged with driving under the influence and several other traffic violations Friday in connection with a Thursday high-speed chase that began in Houston County and ended in Seminole County, Ga. Seminole County Sheriff David Swanner said Joe William Holden, 46, of Poulan, Ga., was charged with driving under the influence based on police observation after he was captured at the end of a 2-hour manhunt near the Chattahoochee River and Georgia Highway 91. Holden refused a breathalyzer test, but deputies detected an odor of alcohol, prompting the charge.Teen suspected in officer shooting out on bond for prior sex crimes
A shooting early Friday that left two Dothan police officers injured could have been prevented, a Headland woman said, if the suspect had been kept in jail for prior offenses. Dothan police say Andrevis Deon Davis, 18, opened fire on two officers at a Hobo Pantry convenience store during a robbery. Davis suffered at least one gunshot wound during the shooting. The mother of a Headland girl says the injuries to the police officers could have been prevented. In December 2007, Headland Police investigators charged Davis with sexually assaulting the woman's daughter during a home invasion. "He broke into my home with a hammer, it was my 14-year-old daughter and my two small children," the woman said. "This could have been prevented if they had not let him out or he had a steeper bond. This was a home invasion where a young girl was raped."March 28, 2008
Motel 6 robbed
Police were searching for two people who robbed the Motel 6 on Ross Clark Circle near Outback Steakhouse Friday night. Police received an armed robbery call at 7:56 p.m. When units arrived, witnesses said one black male and one black female had fled north on the circle toward West Main Street. One was believed to be armed with a knife. No one was injured. The robbery marks the second in as many nights. Two officers and a suspect were shot in the late hours Thursday during an armed robbery at the Hobo Pantry on Highway 84 East.Headland teen suspected in Dothan police officer shooting, robbery
The man who police say shot two Dothan Police officers Friday morning was out on bond for a Henry County sexual assault on a teenage girl at the time of the shooting.March 27, 2008
Two Dothan cops shot during armed robbery
Two Dothan police officers were shot around midnight Thursday during an apparent armed robbery at the Hobo Pantry at the intersection of East Main Street and Beverlye Road.Repulsed by ‘Dexter’
I read with interest Dan K. Thomasson’s March 11 column concerning the primetime television program, “Dexter.” I agree with his statements. I feel that the CBS network has gone too far when it presents a serial killer in a glorified role during a time when children and teenagers will be watching television.Our view: Another good reason to drop a few pounds
Just as many Americans are realizing the results of a holiday eating season that begins with a Thanksgiving turkey and ends with an Easter ham, along comes some particularly bad news from the medical journal Neurology: abdominal fat increases one’s risk of late-life dementia.Dothan Police briefs
The following people were arrested by the Dothan Police Department and charged with a felony crime. They have not been convicted. Information has been provided by the Dothan Police Department.Defending pit bulls
As a proud and responsible American Pit Bull owner, I must write regarding your article “Like ‘a horror movie’, vicious dog mauling leaves 4-year-old in hospital.” The focus should be on the victim, not the dog. Should this really be front-page news? I am outraged that the media is so quick to headline any story of a pit bull-type dog getting into trouble.‘Teach by example’
A few weeks ago, Wynette Newby defended her decision to produce a controversial video. The video included individuals demonstrating gang-like behavior, handling guns. Ms. Newby’s defense was simple — sex and violence sells. While this attitude offends most of us, we cannot place all the blame on people who embrace these ideals.Three injured, at least one critically in head-on colllision on Highway 52
Authorities are investigating a head-on collision on Alabama Highway 52 that left at least one person seriously injured, according to Webb Police Chief Chris Jerkins.Sessions talks fuel, economy with Wiregrass peanut farmers
BRUNDIDGE – Strong environmentalist opposition to approaches that would prompt less dependency on foreign oil is costing the U.S. $200 billion a year and contributing to a possible recession, Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Mobile, told a group of peanut producers on Thursday.Golf pro takes a shot at hooking local kids on golf
The oversized head of a training club pendulums back and forth as Lyric Jackson practices her swing.AMX files suit against employees charged with stealing $2.1 million
A Houston County circuit court judge recently granted an order stopping the transfer or sale of any money, stocks or property owned by Billy Ludlam, his wife, Susan Ludlam, or his brother, Matt Ludlam.Police chase ends with arrest
A Georgia man is facing multiple felony charges after leading police from three states on a high-speed chase that ended in Seminole County, Ga.Participants in controversial rap video want to make changes
Jeremy Jones and Malcolm Culver say they want to turn the notoriety they received from appearing in a controversial local rap video into something positive.Special Olympics, where everyone leaves a winner
It’s 10:49 a.m. Thursday morning, and Cory Murdock is focused.Growing love in the Wal-Mart garden center
EUFAULA – The weather was chilly, but hearts were warm Monday night as Samantha Goree and Billy Greathouse said, “I do.”Court allows Siegelman release from prison pending appeal
A federal appeals court approved the release of former Alabama Gov. Don Siegelman on bond Thursday while he appeals his conviction in a corruption case.VictoryLand owner gives $1 million to Troy University
Two charged with stealing copper from A/C units
Dothan Police investigators arrested two Dothan men Wednesday and charged them with stealing copper, according to a statement from the Dothan Police Department.Dothan police briefs
The following people have been arrested by the Dothan Police Department and are charged with a felony. None has been convicted. Information provided by the Dothan Police Department.March 26, 2008
News editor Christie Kulavich guides you to fun events happening in the Wiregrass.
Sports writer Drew Champlin writes about the latest sports news from Troy University.
Reporters Lance Griffin and Debbie Ingram write about latest news released on the country music development planned for Houston County.
