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The Clarke County Democrat Podcast

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3:03

The stories we tell ourselves

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/28

Have you ever laid outside on a blanket or the hood of your car and watched the clouds drift by? I remember doing that as a child, staring up at the sky and letting my imagination run wild. Later, I found myself doing the same thing with my own children and grandchildren, turning it into a game of “What do you see?” I loved how one cloud could look like a poodle, another like a man rolling a bowling ball, or even an angel stretching across the sky. Of course, I knew they weren’t really those ...

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Classifieds/Legals

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/28

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Gentle lesson from Daddy

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/21

Mrs. Rhonda, As a longtime subscriber to the Call News, after reading your article of Jan. 7, l just had to respond. You spoke words that so many times l’ve asked the same question. When I was a girl of 13 or so, my precious Mom always went with my sister and me clothes shopping. Being raised as l was, it was unthinkable that l ever considered buying anything that wouldn’t “cut the mustard” and pass my dear Daddy’s approval. Once a friend and l went with my Mom to work in Chickasaw and at the...

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3:41

The beauty of the boll weevil

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/21

The Boll Weevil Monument in Enterprise has been voted a dubious honor: “America’s Ugliest Public Art Piece.” Rivers Art, which is described in a press release as “a premium fine-art printing provider,” asked 2,000 Americans their opinion on the subject and Alabama’s unusual monument topped the list. “Topping the list is the Boll Weevil Monument, a piece that confuses more than it inspires,” the release said. “At first glance, this looks like a graceful neoclassical statue of a woman in flowin...

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3:52

Election year limits action

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/21

It is apparent the Alabama Legislature’s regular session will be short and sweet. That is par for the course in an election year, when all 105 House seats and all 35 Senate seats are up for election. Therefore, it is an inherent historical reality that nothing consequential or controversial is addressed in a quadrennium ending election year. However, the Legislature is constitutionally required to enact two budgets — the Special Education Trust Fund Budget, which encompasses two-thirds of Ala...

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Public Records

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/21

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When silence says enough

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/21

Have you ever cooked something so bad that you couldn’t even eat it yourself but your spouse ate it anyway and never said a word? That happened to me once and I’ll never forget it. Willie and I hadn’t been married very long and I was feeling pretty confident in the kitchen. One night, I decided to try something different from my usual peas and cornbread. I mixed together a concoction of tomatoes, macaroni, cheese and pork chops. Yes, all together. Completely wrong idea. When Willie came in fo...

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Local economic development director Sales dies at 61

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/21

Rosalyn Sales, the director of economic development for the Clarke-Mobile Gas District, died suddenly on Jan. 6 at a conference promoting the local area to the timber industry. Sales, 61, a prominent economic developer for Clarke and Washington counties, was found dead in her room at Gulf State Park Lodge in Gulf Shores during the Alabama Forestry Association seminar. A welfare check was made when she didn’t come to breakfast or programs the morning of Jan. 6. No foul play is suspected. Sales...

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3:17

Clarke County Arrest Report

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

Arrests booked in the Clarke County Dec. 23-Jan. 4 include the following: Charles Douglas Godwin, 51, possession of controlled substance, probation violation – new charge – misdemeanor Demarest Pritchett, 25, disorderly conduct/ disturbing peace/affray Marion Randall Sager, 66, possession of drug paraphernalia, unlawful possession of marijuana first degree Anthony Karl Yelder Jr., 29, financial exploitation of the elderly first degree Sylvester Lee Brown, 54, possession of controlled substanc...

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Willie Welch former mayor and timberman dies

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

Willie Welch, a longtime timberman and a former mayor of Grove Hill, died Jan. 2 at Grove Hill Memorial Hospital. Welch, 76, had been ill for months. Welch owned and operated Welch Timber Company, buying and harvesting timber from area landowners and selling it to regional mills. Welch was community-minded and supported local activities and schools. In times of hurricanes and other storms his crews were often out cutting trees out of roadways. Once after a heavy snow covered Grove Hill’s...

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I used to know everyone in town

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

All’s quiet on the home front. I just got back from my family trifecta trip that I took over the holidays. This is my first epistle of the new year. Wow! It’s hard to believe that another year has passed! The older we get the quicker they come. Aging is a merry go round. We get on and it goes round and round picking up speed with each passing rotation. It just becomes a blur as we go around. It just means that we are still living and breathing. So many of our friends and classmates chose this...

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Home energy renovation training offered in Jackson on...

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

Rebuilding Together of South Alabama, The Daniel Foundation, and The People’s Justice Foundation are joining forces to offer free home renovation training to homeowners and volunteers at White Smith Memorial Library on Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. This training is part of the WERISE (weatherize every residence in the south east) initiative and works to teach homeowners easy and affordable energy efficiency updates that can be completed on their home to reduce energy costs. The tr...

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Grove Hill man found dead at home

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

A Grove Hill man was found dead at his home on New Year’s Day and no foul play is suspected, authorities said. The body of James Parnell, 75, was discovered at his residence on North Jackson Street after a neighbor called authorities for a welfare check. Parnell lived alone in the family home that he had shared with his parents, J.D. and Viola Parnell, and brother George Parnell prior to their deaths. Parnell was a graduate of Clarke County High School and served in the U.S. Navy. He was a me...

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Big Buck Photo Contest now open

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

MONTGOMERY (Jan. 2, 2026) The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association (ALBBAA) continues to accept entries for the 14th annual Big Buck Photo Contest. The contest began in November and runs through the end of Alabama’s deer season. The winner will be determined by online voting, which concludes on Feb. 13, at 11:59 p.m. “We love having the photos shared with us every year in the Big Buck Photo Contest,” said ALBBAA Director Pam Swanner said. “The contest showcases what we all know to be tru...

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CCHS gym to be dedicated in honor of Coach Earl Horn

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

GROVE HILL - Clarke County High School will honor the legacy of one of its most influential educators and coaches with a gym dedication ceremony recognizing Coach Earl Horn Saturday, Jan. 17 at 2 p.m. in the CCHS basketball gymnasium. Coach Horn dedicated decades of service to Clarke County High School, where he made a lasting impact as a coach, mentor and role model to countless student-athletes. Known for his leadership, discipline and commitment to excellence, Horn’s influence extended far...

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Jackson Police Report

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

Officers with the Jackson Police Department reported the following activity for Dec. 23- Jan. 5 arrests: Damarious Jackson; 30; possession of drug paraphernalia; possession of marijuana first degree; DUI; leaving the scene of an accident Markelly Taylor; 31; alias warrants 3x Kurtis Alder; 32; DUI; firearm; failure to inform police officer of concealed carry Chelsea Rediker; 34; burglary third degree Chantel Martin; 24; alias warrant Dejoun Taylor; 37; alias warrant Bionca Jackson; 24; alias ...

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What's to come in Grove Hill in 2026

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

As the new year gets underway, Grove Hill is manifesting a year focused on growth, infrastructure improvements and long-term economic development. Mayor Ross Wood said one of the most anticipated additions to town is J.G.’s restaurant, which was approved by the town council in December and will be located on the north end of Grove Hill. “People are looking for a place that they can go on a weekend day, sit down with their family, look at a menu, order and the server takes your order,” Wood sa...

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Nominations sought for 2026 'Eddie Slayton Memorial...

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

In recognition of a life dedicated to serving others especially the children of Clarke, Washington and Choctaw counties, the Regional Child Advocacy Center, Inc. Board of Directors has established the “Eddie Slayton Memorial Award.” The award is named for the late Eddie Slayton, a longtime member of the agency’s board of directors and a dedicated advocate for children. This annual award is given to an individual who has benefitted children in this three-county region above and beyond their jo...

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Community Calendar

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

JANUARY 15, 2026 The Clarke County Education Retirees Association will meet at 11:45 a.m. Jan. 15 at the Thomasville Public Library. The program will feature “News from Montgomery” with Kit Carson. Members are asked to bring canned goods. FEBRUARY 12, 2026 The Clarke County Board of Human Resources will hold its regular meeting at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. The public is invited to attend. APRIL 17–18, 2026 The Thomasville High School Class of 1976 is planning its 50th anniversary reuni...

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Grant to help children

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2026/01/12

The Regional Child Advocacy Center Inc. in Grove Hill will receive a ,467 grant from Gov. Kay Ivey to help children who have been physically, mentally or sexually abused in central and south Alabama. The funding will support child abuse victims in Choctaw, Clarke and Washington counties. The Regional Child Advocacy Center is one of eight child advocacy and support centers statewide receiving grant funding to provide specialized services to children who are victims of abuse, family violence an...

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