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3:07

Faye McDonald Stephens

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Faye McDonald Stephens, 96, of Grove Hill, passed away Dec. 18, 2025 at her home. She was born Dec. 21, 1928 in the Midway community of Clarke County. She was a former kindergarten teacher and a member of Grove Hill Baptist Church. Preceding her in death was her husband, Everette Stephens; father, Ruben Carlos McDonald; mother, Alice Bouler McDonald; nine brothers and sisters, Fred McDonald, Herman McDonald (died as an infant), Marlene Brock, Mabel Rush, Calvin McDonald, Watson McDonald, Thed...

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I love a Christmas tree!

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Oh, Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree! I do love a Christmas tree! I bought one from Dirt Cheap in its waning days. It is one of those expensive kinds that comes with the lights attached. I must admit, I do like the strands that wind around the branches. I have an attic full of them. I can’t bear to throw them away. I love a well-lit tree. I did come up with a reasonable alternative. I found some really sparkly tinsel I had in a bin upstairs that I wound all around the tree. It reflects the l...

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5:17

We lost some good ones

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/31

As is my custom for the past 21 years, my year end column illuminates Alabama political luminaries that passed away this year. We lost some good ones. Former State Senator and Lt. Governor George McMillan passed away in Birmingham at 81. George was a vivacious, delightful gentleman, who never met a stranger. I never knew anyone who ever met George that did not like him. He began his meteoric political career at an early age. He was elected to the State Senate from Jefferson County in 1974 and...

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Gov. Ivey forms health advisory group

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Gov. Kay Ivey signed an order on Dec. 18 creating the Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group, which is designed to act if Alabama secures federal approval for a sweeping rural health-care overhaul tied to President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill. “The creation of the Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group enables Alabama to hit the ground running once the state’s new comprehensive rural health-care strategy is greenlighted by the Trump Administration,” Ivey said. “The m...

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Classifieds/Legals

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2025/12/31

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Political Cartoon

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2025/12/31

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Avoid cleaning up on New Year's Day

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Whether you grew up here in the South or moved here from somewhere else, sooner or later, you’re bound to hear about superstitions. Most of us were raised on them. Somewhere along the way, an elder warned us to knock on wood so we wouldn’t jinx ourselves, or cautioned us not to tempt fate by saying something out loud. Superstitions can sound silly on the surface, but in the South, they’re simply part of everyday life. They’re woven into our stories, habits, and memories. Many of them are a mi...

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Fulton hosted its annual Christmas parade

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/31

The annual Town of Fulton Christmas Parade lineup began at the old schoolhouse. There were many in attendance to enjoy the beautiful decorations and Santa himself. Article Link

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McCarron drops bid for lieutenant governor

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Former University of Alabama, NFL and XFL quarterback A.J. McCarron announced last week his withdrawal from the Alabama lieutenant governor’s race in 2026, according to 1819 News. Shortly thereafter, McCarron was named the head coach of the UFL’s Birmingham Stallions. McCarron claimed to have a double-digit lead in the polls, although the latest Quantus Insights poll showed Secretary of State Wes Allen leading McCarron by 12 percentage points. McCarron did lead five Republican candidates in f...

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1:53

Buddhist Monks Pass Through Alabama on Walk For Peace

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/23

A group of Buddhist monks traveling on foot across the United States passed through Alabama last week as part of a months-long journey promoting peace, compassion and understanding. About two-dozen monks are undertaking a 2,300-mile walk from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. Their journey began Oct. 26 and is scheduled to conclude Feb. 13 at the U.S. Capitol. After more than 50 days and roughly 1,000 miles on the road, the group entered Alabama on Dec. 16 accompanied by a dog named Alok...

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Give your loved ones the gift of your attention

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/23

For some time now Peggy and I have given our attention to giving stuff away. Evidently the emphasis in that statement lies in the word, “stuff.” “Stuff” can be a noun or a verb, but in this case it is a noun. We are moving soon and we must go from what we have to much less because there is “no room.” (Where have I heard those words before? This started out to be about one thing and now I sense that a different subject has crept in. I won der where it will take me.) Peggy and I are... Article ...

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Medical pot clears final hurdle

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/23

After more than four years of delays, lawsuits and false starts, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission voted on Dec. 11 to award the state’s first medical marijuana dispensary licenses, clearing the biggest and most pressing roadblock between patients and a functioning program. The commission issued the state’s first four dispensary licenses needed before doctors can be certified and patients can legally purchase medical cannabis products. Following a recommended order from an administrativ...

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An old custom still hanging on

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/23

This week, I conducted research into the history of another well-known holiday tradition: why do we kiss under mistletoe? Mistletoe can easily be spotted this time of year, hanging from the tops of trees, or it might be a ball of green on bare winter tree branches. I did not know until a few years ago that this plant is actually a parasite, which clings to established trees to steal their water and nutrients. Thankfully, it will not likely kill a healthy host tree, but it can weaken the tree....

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Classifieds/Legals

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2025/12/23

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Shirley Bradley named 'Teacher of the Year' at Wilson...

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/23

Wilson Hall Middle School announces Shirley Bradley has been selected as “Teacher of the Year.” Bradley daily goes above and beyond to inspire students, support colleagues, as well as bring passion, creativity, and heart to her classroom. The school expressed appreciation for all she does to make a lasting impact on the lives of students. Wilson Hall Middle School is a public school that serves fifth grade through eighth grade students in Grove Hill. on the lives of students. Article Link

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1:43

Figures to co-chair Congressional Trucking Caucus

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/23

U.S. Rep. Shomari C. Figures (D-Ala.) has been named a cochair of the newly formed bipartisan Congressional Trucking Caucus, a first-of-its-kind group aimed at addressing issues facing the nation’s trucking industry. Figures will help lead the caucus alongside Reps. Dave Taylor (R-Ohio), Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.,), Pat Harrigan (R-N.C.), Doug LaMalfa (R-Calif.) and Mary Miller (R-Ill.). The caucus is intended to provide lawmakers with a forum to discuss policies related to trucking safety, wor...

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Political Cartoon

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2025/12/23

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Clarke Prep announces the winners of schoool science...

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/23

Clarke Prep School recently hosted their school science fair. The following students placed in the high school and middle school divisions. The high school first place winners and middle school first and second place winners will advance to the district competition on January 14. High School Division Reverse Engineering/ Science-Fiction -1st place, Jack Harris “Silent Guardians” -2nd place, Brianna Mathews, Lauren Mathews, Reese Weatherly “How a Disposable Camera Works” Scientific Inquiry C...

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4:11

Hope you have the best Christmas ever

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/23

Oh, Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree! I do love a Christmas tree! I bought one from Dirt Cheap in its waning days. It is one of those expensive kinds that comes with the lights attached. I must admit, I do like the strands that wind around the branches. I have an attic full of them. I can’t bear to throw them away. I love a well-lit tree. I did come up with a reasonable alternative. I found some really sparkly tinsel I had in a bin upstairs that I wound all around the tree. It reflects the l...

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Kay Ivey is a legacy governor

The Clarke County Democrat Podcast ·

2025/12/23

Recently, I had several of Gov. Kay Ivey’s closest friends and confidantes invite me to visit with them. Over lunch, they asked me: “Do you think Governor Ivey has become a legacy governor?” My response was that she has been an outstanding governor but I needed to give some thought to the meaning of a “legacy” governor. My perception over the years was that a legacy governor left an indelible, particular generational project that could be linked to their name for posterity. My memory of gover...

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