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March 19, 2008
Homes, vehicle sustain damage in bad weather Wednesday
Strong winds and pounding rain led to isolated damage throughout Houston County on Wednesday.City manager gives update on ongoing city issues
In a Wednesday morning briefing, City Manager Mike West offered the following reminders, updates, and tidbits on various city projects and other matters:Houston County Commission releases agenda
Dothan Planning Commission acts on 13 items
The Dothan Planning Commission, meeting Wednesday, unanimously approved the following: Re-plat of a final plat for Rock Creek Crossing, B-3 District, south side of the 1600-1700 block of Westgate Parkway, Newton, Oldacre, McDonald. Tree removal plan, M-1 District, 1751 Reeves St., Todd Smith. Development plans for Davita Dialysis, PUD District, 1450 Ross Clark Circle, Watwood Investments. Development plans for Playall Playsets, B-3 District, 2323 South Oates St., Tami Caldwell.Suspect charged with three additional robberies
Dothan police investigators charged a Dothan man arrested last week on robbery charges with three additional robberies Tuesday, according to records from the Dothan City Jail. Quadarius McSwain, 20, of McKay Street is one of four Dothan men arrested last week by Dothan Police investigators in connection with several convenience store robberies in Dothan.Disappointed by commission
I read in the Eagle a few days ago about of some residents requesting to speak before the Houston County Commission regarding the desirability of the proposed country music park. It is my understanding that they were not allowed to speak and were told that they could speak only at the administrative meeting of the county commission.Looking out for students
The recent controversy regarding Rehobeth PTA and Rehobeth Elementary School does raise several concerns. Speaking as a 33-year veteran of public school, specifically the Houston County School System, I can say that no allegations of inappropriate behavior or conduct will be taken lightly or ignored and will be investigated fully.Part of Dothan’s Fortner Street to be closed next week
Fortner Street just east of Brannon Stand Road will be closed next week from Monday morning through mid-day Wednesday, March 26.Our View: Whither confidence?
Confidence has rarely been in short supply in the United States. Our nation was founded by English settlers who arrived off the coast of modern-day Provincetown, Mass., in the early 1600s.Impressed by city workers
Allow me to tip my hat to two groups of Dothan city employees, the Dothan Fire Department and Dothan Utilities repair teams.Dothan Police briefs
The following crimes were reported to the Dothan Police Department between Tuesday, March 11, and Thursday, March 13.Dothan man’s death investigated
Authorities say a 48-year-old man died Tuesday after he fell down the stairs in his home, according to Robert Byrd, the Houston County Coroner.March 18, 2008
Newton man arrested, Abbeville man sought on sex offense charges
Authorities recently charged two convicted sex offenders with moving without permission.Ozark City Council notes
The Ozark City Council met at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, and discussed the following issues: Approved bid of 12 breathing apparatuses for the Ozark Fire Department for $52,308. Ozark City Clerk Billy Blackwell said $56,000 had been budgeted for the items. Vote unanimous. Council president Marilyn Tamplin was not in attendance Approved bid for bleachers, picnic tables and benches for Department of Leisure Services for total cost of $29,106. Vote unanimousEnterprise council postpones vote on extending tax increase
ENTERPRISE — The Enterprise City Council on Tuesday night chose to delay a vote on extending a property tax increase until its next scheduled meeting on April 1.Authorities nearly capture Slocomb alligator near body shop
SLOCOMB — A thrashing 10 to 12-foot alligator found in a swamp Tuesday morning left Michael Ford concerned for his safety.Dual enrollment program rarely utilized
Troy University has had a dual enrollment program for about 15 years, but few students are taking advantage of it.Former police employee’s arrest linked to civil suit
The recent arrest of a Dothan Police Department records employee on charges that she illegally checked for criminal records for several people has links to four people involved in a pending lawsuit filed by the employee’s husband.Walking trail to be upgraded this summer
Leila Chanid walks the Westgate Park walking trail about every other day.Country Crossing could impact two small churches
When Rev. Walter White Jr., was a kid, he went to Smithville School, a tiny one-room wood building in southern Houston County.Wiregrass faces ‘very small’ chance of severe weather Wednesday
The Wiregrass area could face severe weather Wednesday, but the chances are slim.Newton man arrested, Abbeville man sought on sex offense charge
Authorities recently charged two convicted sex offenders with moving without permission.March 17, 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.
