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The South Alabamian Newspaper provides local news for Jackson, Alabama.

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0:49

Man gets life, no parole for Jackson murder

The South Alabamian News Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Hikeem Lamont Edmond was sentenced to life in prison on Oct. 1 after being convicted on two counts of capital murder by a Clarke County jury. Circuit Judge C. Robert Montgomery sentenced Edmond for his role in the shooting death of Thearthor Dixon in Jackson in January 2021. Montgomery imposed the life sentence without parole on each count and ordered them to run concurrently. District Attorney Stephen Winters and Chief Assistant District Attorney Bill McCorquodale presented evidence during a...

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1:08

Jackson unwraps busy fall and Christmas lineup

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2025/10/09

Jackson has a full fall and Christmas schedule, beginning with the 43rd annual Forestry Festival downtown on Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Included in the events will be the Smith Family Memorial Car Show, the truck and equipment show, lumberjack competition and the NWTF Turkey Call competition. Daylight Savings Time ends on Nov. 2. An open house for Jackson businesses is on Nov. 9 from 1-5 p.m. Attendees can get started early on Christmas shopping and enjoy holiday discounts and treat...

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2:51

Clarke County Arrest Report

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2025/10/09

Arrests booked in the Clarke County Sept. 29 - Oct. 5 include the following: Ricky Palacios, 56, offering false information for recording, possession of forged instrument second degree Mendez Brooks, 40, harassment Davie Jemario Williams, 37, possession /receipt of controlled substance, unlawful possession or receipt of controlled substance Robert Jarrell Bettis, 35, criminal mischief second degree, theft of property first degree, driving while license suspended Terrel Layne Whitworth, 49, us...

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1:08

Burning ban urged as dry conditions worsen

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2025/10/09

A statewide fire danger advisory has been issued by the Alabama Forestry Commission as drought conditions have worsened due to the recent lack of rain and high temperatures. To mitigate danger from fire, refrain from burning, always obtain a permit for prescribed burns and ensure adequate equipment and personnel are present. Never leave a fire until it is safely extinguished. Conduct post-burn patrols for several days to ensure that reignition has not occurred and firebreaks have not been com...

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0:42

Goodman goes GOP

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2025/10/09

Clarke County License Commissioner Linda Goodman has joined the Republican Party, according to the Alabama Republican Party. Goodman, who has served as license commissioner for 22 years, told local Republican leaders that the Democrat Party’s values and beliefs have changed dramatically in recent years, moving further away from the principles she holds dear. She was the last Democrat elected countywide. Now there are 13 countywide elected Republicans. Two district school board seats and two d...

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1:23

Heartbreak turns heroic

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2025/10/09

Family members who had just buried a loved one likely saved the life of a driver whose car caught fire on Oct. 1. Jim and Suzanne Cox and their daughter Maggie were driving home to Grove Hill on U.S. Highway 84 after the funeral of Suzanne Cox’s mother, Mary Alice Shields, and said they noticed a small flame under a car just west of the County Road 21 intersection. As the flame grew larger, Suzanne Cox, who was driving, flashed her lights and blew the horn trying to get the driver’s attention...

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5:11

The era of Alabama sports celebrity politics

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2025/10/09

The 2026 election cycle silly season is in high gear. Some candidates have already formally announced, organized their campaigns, and are out and about, doing what they need to do to win a high office on November 3, 2026. Then there are a few unlikely candidates who are still flirting with the idea of running. There are open seats for U.S. Senate, governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general. It's perceived to be a wide-open election. If you haven't been keeping score, now-former A...

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1:08

Russell Price Stephens

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2025/10/09

Russell Price Stephens, 69, of Jackson, died Oct. 2, 2025 at his home. He was born August 18, 1956 in Selma, AL to Blackwell Price and Peggy Baker Stephens. He was a retired paper mill worker and a member of First Baptist Church Jackson. He is survived by his wife, Judy Burge Stephens; son, Joshua Adam Stephens; daughter, Emily Stephens Drinkard (Matt); brothers, Barry Stephens (Lynn) and Craig Stephens (Vickie); two grandchildren, John Clyce Drinkard and Claire Helen Drinkard and nephews, Co...

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1:31

Jackson Police Report

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2025/10/09

Officers with the Jackson Police Department reported the following activity for Sept. 29 - Oct. 5 arrests: Jackson Police Willie Lucyies, 41, alias warrant Davie Williams, 37, possession of a controlled substance Tylan McDonald, 22, alias warrant Anterius Southall, 20, harassment Anthony Yelder, 28, assault, criminal mischief James Calhoun, 31, possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana second degree, obstructing justice using false identity Annie Campbell, 69, possession o...

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3:01

Jackson's fire safety legacy saves a life

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2025/10/09

Teen credits kindergarten fire drill for escape JACKSON — The way a local teenager escaped a recent fire without injury due to lessons learned in kindergarten fire safety programs highlights what Fire Prevention Week is all about, according to Jackson Fire Department Chief John Brown. “He told me he remembered what we taught him: If you wake up and smell smoke, roll out of bed and crawl on the floor to get out,” Brown said. “That right there was enough to solidify everything we’ve ever done.”...

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3:17

What the skunk is that smell?

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2025/10/09

We Southerners know that awful smell of a polecat or, as most folks call it, a skunk. Nobody wants their pets sprayed and we certainly don’t want to be sprayed. That odor clings to your clothes, your nose and your memory. Once you’ve smelled it, you’ll never forget it. It’s so powerful, in fact, that it makes you wonder. Perfume is a multibillion-dollar industry and with all that money spent trying to bottle the perfect scent, one thing is certain: Skunk is not a fragrance anyone would want t...

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Six in custody, two face murder charges in THS teen's...

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2025/10/09

Six people have been charged with shooting into an occupied vehicle and two were charged with murder in the shooting death of a Thomasville High School student on Monday, according to the Clarke County Sheriff ’s Department. Keyontay Young was identified as the victim by a school source. Shots were fired at multiple locations, including near a fire station, Marengo High School, Peachtree Road and County Road 6, according to the Clarke County Sheriff ’s Department. Jarvis Da’quan Packer, 20, o...

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3:18

Of Record and Note

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2025/10/09

The following deeds and licenses were recorded by the Clarke County Probate Office: Deeds Oct 9 Marriage License Sept. 29 – Oct 3 Baylee Lynn Anderson to Christina Marie Sanagustin Ethan Samuel Dungan to Alexandra Carolyn Fraser Randall K. Loper to Anita Sawyer Wanda Louise Nixon to Cedric Jackson Cameron Tyriq Ludgood to Ariel Denae Merida Jeffrey Cyrus Champion to Katelyn Elizabeth Miller William Todd McHaney to Kathryn Shaye Blackburn Austin Kenneth Furr to Katelyn Victoria Youg Deeds Sept...

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8:09

AROUND CLARKE COUNTY

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2025/10/09

OCT. 10–11 Oct. 10: The Live Stock Band (6–9 p.m.), The Aaron Coker Band (9:15–10:30 p.m.) Oct. 11: Chris Shepherd & The Sundowners (10 a.m.–noon), Scott McQuaig & The Tomcats (12:15–2:15 p.m.), Jax Moore Band (2:30–5:30 p.m.), Stone Senate of Nashville (6–9 p.m.) More info: butleralabama.org OCT. 12–17 Thomasville Homecoming THROUGH OCT. 15 The Thomasville Worth While Club is now taking orders for red or white poinsettias. each. Delivery: Around Thanksgiving. Payment due upon delive...

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0:30

Clinic celebrates grand opening

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2025/10/09

The Jackson Home Health and Essential Care Clinic celebrated the opening of its new medical office with a ribbon cutting on Sept. 23. The clinic will provide services for wound care, vein care, IV hydration, red-light therapy and weight loss. The clinic expressed appreciation to the City of Jackson, Mayor Paul South and the city council, the Jackson Healthcare Authority Board, Smart- Bank and the Jackson Medical Center staff for their assistance. Article Link

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3:59

Listening to legends

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2025/10/09

I was first elected to the Alabama Legislature in 1982. George Wallace had been elected to his last term as governor that year. Therefore, my first term as a legislator was Wallace’s final and fifth term as governor. I had met Wallace during his first term as governor in 1963. I was a 12-year-old legislative page and he was an energetic young governor. He never forgot that day and always reminded me of it in most of our visits. In 1983, Wallace would have good days and bad. He was in con...

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0:26

Drinkard named to Dean's List

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2025/10/09

Chipper Drinkard of Leroy was named to the Dean’s List for the summer 2025 term at University of Maryland Global Campus. To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earn a grade-point average of at least 3.5 for the term and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5.Con Ita num es? Apere nostion virmilic Article Link

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3:27

Paul David Price

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2025/10/09

Today, we gather in love and remembrance to honor the life of Paul David Price. In our hearts and memories, Paul remains a beacon of kindness, humility, and unwavering devotion. His gentle spirit continues to touch the lives of all who knew him. Paul was a man defined by his kindness and humbleness. He greeted everyone with a smile and a genuine warmth. He always saw the best in every situation and saw the best out of the people around him, treating everyone with compassion and respect. Paul’...

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0:21

PETS/ANIMALS WANTED

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2025/10/01

1 male Malshipoo (Maltipoo and Shitzu mix) puppy looking for a good home. Born 06/14/25. Inside dog only. Mobile area. 0.00. 251- 508-0946 Article Link

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0:23

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT

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2025/10/01

Total gym, like new, will text pics if interested. 0. 251-622-6042 Champ BRB 5288 magnetic recumbent bike. 0. Cash only. 251-377-3407 Article Link

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