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Man faces charges in assault on woman, 75

Thomasville Times ·

2025/11/05

GROVE HILL – A registered sex offender assaulted a 75-year-old woman early Sunday morning and was taken into custody while casually walking in front of the Clarke County Courthouse, according to Grove Hill police. Brandon Pugh, who had been previously accused of harassing women in the same neighborhood and, according to residents, had attempted to break into the victim’s home before, faces multiple charges in connection with Sunday’s assault and additional charges are likely to be added, poli...

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2:28

Fun at the fair

Thomasville Times ·

2025/11/05

JACKSON – The Greater Clarke-Washington Fair once again brought fun, food, and fellowship to the community as it opened its gates Friday, Oct. 24, and ran through Nov. 1 at the Clarke County Fairgrounds in Jackson. Each night of the fair featured special events under the red and white striped tent, hosted by the Fair Board and the Rotary Club. One of the most beloved events of the week was Special Needs Day, held Wednesday, Oct. 29, when students and adults with special needs from Clarke, Was...

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0:37

Millry and Leroy tumble in volleyball quarterfinals

Thomasville Times ·

2025/11/05

Millry fell to Addison 18-25, 18-25, 15-25 in the quarterfinals of the Class 1A state volleyball tournament in Birmingham on Oct. 28. Lilly Anne Daggett and Breanna Stokley led the Wildcats, who finished 24-10. Leroy was swept by Meek 21-25, 16-25, 20-25 in the quarterfinals to finish 11-12. Hannah Howard had seven kills, four aces, three blocks and two digs for the Bears and Sydney Johnson added two kills and two blocks. Article Link

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2:14

Nominations are being sought for the 2026 'Eddie...

Thomasville Times ·

2025/11/05

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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2:03

There is a time for everything and a reason for every...

Thomasville Times ·

2025/11/05

There is one passage of Scripture in the Bible that speaks to every situation. You can find it in the book of Ecclesiastes which is attributed to King Solomon, said to be the wisest man living in his time. Look at chapter three. “There is a time for everything, and a season for everything under the heavens.” How fitting, it just so happens that we were instructed to change the settings on our clocks this weekend. So the times they are a changing! “A time to be born and a time to die, a time t...

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1:30

Pioneer Day a hit

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

GROVE HILL — The sounds of blacksmith hammers, laughter and the rhythmic churn of homemade butter filled the air last weekend as the Clarke County Museum hosted its annual Pioneer Day. The event on the museum grounds drew crowds from across the county and beyond, including volunteers who traveled from as far away as Florida to help with the festivities. Visitors were invited to step back in time and experience first-hand the traditions and skills that defined life in Clarke County during the ...

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FIRST-ROUND PAIRINGS FOR PLAYOFFS

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2025/10/29

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2:15

McIntosh program cleared in investigation by AHSAA

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

Insufficient evidence was found that McIntosh High violated transfer rules involving three unnamed football players, according to an Oct. 17 letter sent to the school by the Alabama High School Athletic Association. The Demons (7-3) are enjoying their best season since 2012, winning six straight games to make the playoffs out of 1A Region 1. Millry High Principal Lance Bolen alleged in a report to the AHSAA that McIntosh might have violated the association’s transfer, recruiting and academic ...

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2:12

Dixon nearly perfect in McIntosh's romp

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

Brayden Dixon completed 8 of 9 passes for 115 yards and four touchdowns to spark streaking McIntosh to a 52-8 rout of host Fruitdale on Oct. 24. Josh Harris Jr. caught three of the scoring aerials from 14, 30 and 31 yards out and had five catches for 101 yards. Julian Barnes made a 14-yard TD grab and Jayden Brown had 146 yards on seven carries, including a 37-yard scoring run, as the Demons (7-3, 5-2 1A Region 1) roared into their first playoff appearance since 2012 with their sixth straight...

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1:49

Sweet upset win for Bulldogs

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

SWEET WATER — Deion Blanks rambled for 203 yards on 25 carries and three touchdowns to lead Sweet Water to a 35-22 upset of playoff-bound No. 10-ranked Southern Choctaw on Oct. 24. Blanks scored on runs of 25, 28 and 2 yards for the Bulldogs (5-4, 4-3 1A Region 1), who will miss the playoffs for the first time since 2000 but have won five straight after an 0-4 start. “Deion Blanks is our man,” Sweet Water coach Pat Thompson said. “He’s our bellcow. He has been all year long. He went over 1,00...

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1:16

Note: from the Salvation Army

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

With the end of October coming quickly and our government still not able to agree on anything, our neighbors receiving SNAP, EBT, and WIC are wondering how they will eat. I’ve seen many, many shaming and blaming but I haven’t seen many at all that are truly concerned about whether or not children, disabled, or the elderly will have food. Ask yourself:What can I do to help? 1. Donate to a local food pantry. Many already have plenty of canned vegetables. Donate dry beans, rice, tuna, Spam, cann...

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3:02

5 tips to help ensure a happy Halloween

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

Between fun costumes and tasty treats, Halloween is one of the most anticipated nights of the year for many children. However, these precautions can be taken – by kids and parents alike – to help ensure an enjoyable, fun-filled time. Pick Proper Costumes Before Halloween, choose a costume that doesn’t pose safety risks. Look for costumes, wigs and accessories that are flame-resistant and flexible. Ideally, costumes will be bright and reflective. If not, add reflective tape to costumes or bags...

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1:37

Sellers throws four TDs as Leroy surges to 10-0

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

LEROY — Jace Sellers was 8-of-13 passing for 233 yards and four touchdowns as No. 3-ranked Leroy ripped Millry 51-14 on Oct. 24 to finish the regular season undefeated with its third straight 1A Region 1 title. Sellers threw TD passes of 56 yards to Ayden Tolbert, 25 yards to Josh Reed, 42 yards to Gabe Posey and 33 yards to Jacory Yelder for the Bears (10-0, 7-0), who are 25-1 in region play the last four years. Tolbert also had a 64-yard punt return and a 76-yard kickoff return for touchdow...

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL THIS WEEK

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

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1:13

Taylor guilty of capital murder

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

David Demetrius “Meechie” Taylor was convicted of capital murder by a Clarke County jury for his role in an intentional killing during a 2021 robbery in Jackson, according to the First Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s office. Thearthur Dixon was shot and killed on Jan. 28, 2021, while in his truck on Waterway Road near the Bradford Gravel Pit in Jackson. After a six-day trial, the jury deliberated for 35 minutes before returning the verdict. Evidence presented by the prosecution establish...

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1:05

Alabama SNAP benefits will be suspended Nov. 1

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

SNAP benefits will be suspended after Nov. 1 until the federal government reopens, according to the Alabama Department of Human Resources. Recipients can use benefits issued to their EBT card prior to Nov. 1 at any authorized SNAP retailer. Individuals can still apply for SNAP benefits during this suspension and the DHR will continue to process applications and determine eligibility. Current SNAP recipients must continue to recertify their benefits, report as they normally would and submit al...

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2:39

Get hands-on with Halloween decor

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

Setting the stage for a ghastly Halloween doesn’t have to break the bank. A little creativity can provide affordable decorations you can make on your own to add some spooktacular charm to your home. Sparkling Spider Webs Creepy crawly spiders are a Halloween classic, but no spider display is complete without a spectacular web. Create a series of sparkly webs using metal rings or hoops of various sizes as the frame. Loop heavy wire at intervals around the hoop, wrapping enough times and tightl...

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1:09

Man faces charges after threatening synagogues

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

Ammunition and body armor were seized Monday night at a residence in Needham and a suspect was arrested after local law enforcement agencies were notified of credible threats against synagogues in Alabama and surrounding states, according to the Clarke County Sheriff’s Department. The First Judicial Circuit Special Response Team obtained and executed a search warrant and the suspect was taken into custody along with weapons, more than a suitcase full of ammo and body armor, according to the s...

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0:03

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL THIS WEEK

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2025/10/29

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1:15

Thomasville Police Report

Thomasville Times ·

2025/10/29

The information for the Thomasville Police Department released by Chief Mitchell Stuckey for the week of October 20 – 26 is listed below. Accidents: 3Traffic Tickets: 8Warning Tickets: 78Merchant Checks: 567 Arrests Reported: Crinesha Lashia Buford, possession of marijuana James Christopher Owes, discharging firearm in city limit Jaccord Daniel Welch, discharging firearm in city limit Henrietta Vachel Smiley, possession of a controlled substance Complaints Reported: Possession of marijuana se...

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