Archive for April 2012
04/27/2012 – US Coastal Geodetic Survey Marker
I was in Hackleburg, Alabama today for their memorial to remember and honor those lives lost in the horrific storm 1 year ago today.
I found this marker on the left front side of old Hackleburg Bank building. It was interesting to me and I thought it might be to you as well. I don’t know anything about it but thought some of our viewers might have some ideas.
Sources say that possibly this old bank will be a museum for Hackleburg one day! Won’t that be great if that happens!
jmays@49countynews.net
04/27/2012 – For The Record: Phillip King Resigns as Lieutenant with Hamilton, AL Police Department
April 27, 2012 – The following is a Statement from Hamilton Police Chief Ralph Conner:
As of Friday, April 27, 2012, Phillip King has resigned from employment as a Lieutenant with the Hamilton Police Department. The Police Department has been conducting an internal investigation regarding allegations of violations of department rules and regulations regarding character and integrity. Mr. King resigned before any conclusion was reached in that investigation. The investigation stems from an incident on March 29th where the details of a Police operation were misreported. The event did not result in any harm to the community, however; it did involve violations of Police Department rules of conduct. The Hamilton Police Department has set high standards of conduct in the interest of serving the community. These standards are strictly enforced to ensure the Police Department is competent and professional in both character and in their performance of duty.
This ended the statement that 49 County News.Net received from Chief Conner. In addition, the internal email to HPD Personnel was disclosed and it contained a brief statement (synopsis of above), and the following direct instructions to HPD Personnel:
It is important that we continue to hold ourselves to high standards and avoid the spreading of rumors or speculation of details beyond what was stated above. This investigation and personnel action was accomplished with the community in mind and the absolute requirement that we are responsible to them and to ensure we do not violate their trust. Please continue to treat this issue with respect to everyone in the community which includes all members of the department and anyone involved in the investigation. If there are any questions from outside of the department beyond that, you may refer them to me. (Signed) Chief
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04/26/2012 28th Annual Youth Fishing Contest
28th Annual
Youth Fishing Contest
Saturday May 19, 2012
8:00am to 11:00am
Marion County Lake
Hamilton, Alabama
Click Here For Entry Form
PDF Format
04/26/2012 Alabama Governor Robert Bentley Visits Phil Campbell Memorial Park
(L - R) PC Chief Merrell Potter, Alabama Governor Robert Bentley, PC Officer Gary Wayne Mays
(L - R) Patrick Nagle, Senator Roger Bedford, PC Councilman Roy Nagle, Alabama Governor Robert Bentley, PC Mayor Jerry Mays, PC Councilman Danny Brown, Bruce Foreman, PC Councilman Eddie Barton, Rita Barton
04/26/2012 Marion County FOP Lodge #32 Night Bass Tournament
The Marion County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #32 is hosting a at Upper Bear Lake on Friday May 18, 2012. Entry fee is $50. The tournament will start at 6:00 PM and last till 12:00 AM. Entry forms are available at the Hamilton Police Department, Marion County Sheriff’s Office, and other area Police Departments or contestants can register on site on the day of the tournament. Click here for PDF version of entry form.
04/24/2012 – Marion County Probate Judge – republican runoff – Tuesday, April 24th, 2012 – Unofficial Results
Marion County Probate Judge – republican runoff – Tuesday, April 24th, 2012 – Unofficial Results
With 10 of 10 precincts reporting (100%)
(Unofficial Winner) Rocky Ridings with 1,290 Votes or (55%)
Scotty Holloway with 1,034 (44%)
04/24/2012 – Winfield, AL Weekly Police News Report
April 18-24, 2012
Prepared By: Sandy Scott
5 – Accidents
10 – Speeding
2 – Other Violation
2 – Failure to Display Insurance
19 – TOTAL
I & O REPORT
2 – Officer Report
2 – Criminal Mischief
1 – Trespassing
1 – Theft of Property 3rd
1 – Domestic Violence 3rd
1 – Identity Theft
2 – Harassment
1 – Harassing Communication
11 – TOTAL
ARREST
1 – Illegal Possession of Prohibited Beverage
1 – TOTAL
(All persons charged with a crime are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The charges are merely an accusation unless otherwise stated.)
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04/24/2012 – Marion County, AL Sheriff’s Department Weekly News Report – Sheriff Kevin Williams
1 – DUI
1 – Drug Paraphernalia
1 – Marijuana 2nd
1 – Drug Paraphernalia
2 – Probation Violation
2 – Issuing Worthless Checks
1 – Non-Support
1 – Domestic Violence 3rd – Assault
1 – Illegal Possession Prohibited Beverage
1 – False Information
1 – Theft of Property 3rd
2 – Bench Warrant
1 – Harassment
1 – Military Desertion
Felonies
Name: Timothy Hammock
Age: 37
Address-City: Hamilton, AL
Charges: Forgery 2nd
Theft of Property
Receiving Stolen Property 2nd
Date of Arrest: 04/19/2012
Amount of Bond: $10,000.00
Date of Release: 04/25/2012
Name: Janet C. Taylor
Age: 27
Address-City: Hamilton, AL
Charges: Possession Controlled Substance x 2
Paraphernalia
Firearm – Forbidden Person
Date of Arrest: 04/19/2012
Amount of Bond: $8,000.00
Date of Release: In Jail
Name: Shanna Tichnor Fitzgerald
Age: 33
Address-City: Haleyville, AL
Charges: Possession Controlled Substance x 2
Illegal Possession Prohibited Beverage
Paraphernalia
Firearm – Forbidden Person
Date of Arrest: 04/19/2012
Amount of Bond: $8,500.00
Date of Release: In Jail
Name: Jason Scott
Age: 28
Address-City: Hamilton, AL
Charges: Possession Controlled Substance x 3
Bench Warrant
Date of Arrest: 04/20/2012
Amount of Bond: $15,000.00
Date of Arrest: In Jail
Name: A. Stacy Hulsey
Age: 22
Address-City: Hamilton, AL
Charges: Forgery 2nd x 15
Parole Violation
Date of Arrest: 04/21/2012
Amount of Bond: $37,000.00
Date of Release: In Jail
Name: Jimmy Blaylock
Age: 68
Address-City: Hamilton, AL
Charges: Unlawful Distribution Controlled Substance
Date of Arrest: 04/24/2012
Amount of Bond: Not Set Yet
Date of Release: In Jail
Name: Natasha Tanner
Age: 36
Address-City: Crosby, TX
Charges: DUI
DUI
Date of Arrest: 04/20/2012
Amount of Bond: $9,500.00
Date of Release: 04/25/2012
Name: Jasmine Harris
Age: 25
Address-City: Memphis, TN
Charges: False Information – Obstruct Justice
False Information
Date of Arrest: 04/20/2012
Amount of Bond: $4,000.00
Date of Release: 04/23/2012
Name: Amanda Stephens
Age: 29
Address-City: Winfield, AL
Charges: Unlawful Distribution Controlled Substance
Dispensing Prescriptions by Unauthorized Person
Date of Arrest: 04/25/2012
Amount of Bond: $4,500.00
Date of Release: 04/25/2012
Name: Darlene Hayes
Age: 48
Address-City: Winfield, AL
Charges: Unlawful Distribution Controlled Substance
Dispensing Prescriptions by Unauthorized Person
Date of Arrest: 04/25/2012
Amount of Bond: $4,500.00
Date of Release: 04/25/2012
(All persons charged with a crime are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The charges are merely an accusation unless otherwise stated.)
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04/24/2012 – Hamilton, AL Police News Report – Chief Ralph Conner
April 18 – 24, 2012
Wrecks
2 – Wrecks
Incident / Offense
1 – Enticing Child
1 – Domestic Violence 3rd
1 – Unlawful Imprisonment 1st
2 – Harassment
1 – Harassing Communication
1 – Identity Theft
1 – Burglary 3rd
2 – Criminal Mischief 3rd
1 – Leaving Scene of Accident
Arrest / Citation
3 – Speeding
1 – License Suspended
1 – Running Stop Sign
2 – No Insurance
1 – Fail to Dim
1 – Public Intoxication
1 – Assault 3rd
1 – Military Desertion
1 – Unlawful Imprisonment 1st
2 – Domestic Violence 3rd
1 – Resisting Arrest
1 – Warrant – Other Agency
Warning
1 – Speeding
Felony – Weekly News Report
April 18 – 24, 2012
Date of Arrest: April 20, 2012
Name: Tanner, Natasha Karol
Age: 36
City: Crosby, TX
Charges: Possession of a Controlled Substance
DUI – Controlled Substance
Status: Bonded
The defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
(All persons charged with a crime are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The charges are merely an accusation unless otherwise stated.)
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04/23/2012 Hackleburg Annual City Day of Prayer – April 27, 2012 at 3:10 pm
4-27-12
To Remember ~ To Honor ~ To Thank
Meet at:
Parking lots of Panther Mart, Old Graces Restaurant, and Vacant lot next to Jeanette’s Gas Station
3:10pm
The people of Hackleburg will assemble in a prayer chain for a moment of silence and prayer to Remember our families and loved ones lost, Honor those who helped us, and Thank God for His continued help and protection on our city. A road block will be in place to postpone traffic on Highways 43 and 172 for a brief moment to Remember, Honor and Thank.
(Prayer and Moment of Silence will promptly take place at 3:28pm)
Hackleburg, Alabama
Ministerial Association
As declared by our Mayor, we will observe April 27th as an annual City Day of Prayer.
04/22/2012 Phil Campbell Memorial Park Dedication – April 28th
Phil Campbell Memorial Park will be dedicated on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 10:00 am. After the dedication ceremony we will have free food and drink. Music will be Mark Sartin. Mayor and Councilmen will be there along with Alabama Senator Roger Bedford, Alabama Representative Johnny Mack Morrow, and Congressman U.S. Representative Robert Aderholt.
04/20/2012 National Day of Prayer at Hamilton City Hall – Thursday, May 3 at 12 p.m.
The Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to participate in the National Day of Prayer ceremonies at the Hamilton City Hall. Community pastors will share inspirational messages and offer prayers for our city, county, state, and nation.
04/20/2012 Customer Appreciation Day in Downtown Hamilton Saturday, May 5 – 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Image from Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Website
The Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce and the merchants of Hamilton invite you to attend the third annual Customer Appreciation Day. Participate in the “Hamilton Bucks” program! Come shop till you drop with the special sales going on all over town! Over $1,400 in Hamilton Bucks will be given away from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. There will be activities for all ages — free hot dogs and drinks (from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. only), a kids’ area, antique cars, food vendors, and live gospel, rock, and country music will fill the air as bands perform throughout the afternoon and in to the evening. Bring your lawnchairs and come join in the fun! Remember, Shop Hamilton First!
04/20/2012 Hungry Hound Sponsored by The Brilliant High School Band Boosters – May 1st
04/20/2012 The Fifth Annual Chad Jordan Memorial Motorcycle Ride – April 28th
A Cruise-In will begin at 5 p.m. at R.W. Harris and Sons in Winfield with live music, cold Pepsi and hot rods. Information: 412-1655.
04/20/2012 Twin Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service Hamburger Supper April 21st
The Twin Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service will sponsor a hamburger supper on Saturday, April 21st at the fire station at 6 p.m. The cost will be $7 per plate and will include a grilled hamburger with choice of condiments, chips, drink and dessert. All proceeds will go to the Twin Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service. Tickets can be purchased from any fire department member and walk-ins are welcome.
04/19/2012 Little River Canyon to Hold Earth Day Celebration
Fort Payne, Ala. – Little River Canyon will celebrate Earth Day 2012 on Saturday, April 21 with a day of guided walks, activities, food, and fun for everyone to enjoy. Rendezvous at the Rim will bring together nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts and park rangers to honor one of Alabama’s natural wonders. This family-friendly event kicks off National Park Week which lasts through April 29.
Rendezvous at the Rim is a joint effort by the Little River Canyon National Preserve and the Friends of the Preserve. This first annual event is an opportunity to experience the scenery and to learn about native animals, geology, and the skills needed to care for the Canyon and the more than 200,000 people that visit each year. Learn how park rangers fight forest fires and prepare for rescues. Talk to rangers that build trails and make the park a welcoming place to visit. Come along on guided history hikes ideal for children and adults.
Put your new knowledge to use by becoming a Junior Ranger while earning a special junior ranger badge. The Junior Ranger program was created by the National Park Service to provide kids between the ages of 6 and 12 years old with hands-on, in-depth information about the resources that our parks protect.
“This event is a great way to celebrate Earth Day and a wonderful time to take a look at all the new things at Little River Canyon National Preserve,” said John Dersham, president of the Friends of the Preserve at Little River Canyon. “A new trail from Little River Falls has been completed and provides a fun hike under Highway 35 and through the woods to the Little River Canyon Center. A new boardwalk trail leading from the Little River Falls parking lot provides easy access to great views of the falls.”
Activities will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Little River Falls along Highway 35. Admission is free. Concessions will be available for purchase. For more information, call Dersham at 256.845.3957 or visit www.friendsofthepreserve.org.
During National Park Week April 21-29, 2012, visitors can enjoy the beauty and wonder of nearly 400 national parks across the country for free. “America’s national parks have something for everyone,” said National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis. “Take a break and experience something new, enjoy some fresh air, get some exercise, and see where history happened. And, since admission is free to all 397 parks, all week long, National Park Week is a great time to get up, get out, and explore a park.”
The Friends of the Preserve is a support organization not directly affiliated with the National Park Service but that abides by National Park policies and procedures. For more information, visit www.friendsofthepreserve.org.
04/19/2012 Second Annual Harbor Day Car & Boat Show Set for May 12, 2012
Decatur, Ala. – Approximately 65 cars and boats will make their way to the banks of the Tennessee River May 12, 2012 for the second annual Harbor Day Car and Boat Show. The day-long event, featuring cars and boats of all makes and models, helps support the volunteer-based Morgan County Rescue Squad and the Morgan County Humane Society.
From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the public is invited to spend the day looking at a wide variety of new cars, classic cars, and boats. In addition, there will be music, food vendors and hourly raffle drawings for festival goers. Prizes include a two-night stay at the Four Points by Sheraton Huntsville Airport, a round of golf for four at Burningtree Country Club, a balloon ride during the Alabama Jubilee Hot-Air Balloon Classic, as well as a variety of other prizes. A raffle ticket for the balloon ride is $5 each. Raffle tickets for all other prizes are $1 each.
Registration to participate in the car and boat show is $15 per car in advance or $20 per car the
day of the event. The event is open to all cars and boats. Trophies will be presented to the best classic car, best new model car, and Ladies Choice and all participants will receive a show placard and a gift bag.
The event is held at the Riverwalk Marina, located north of Decatur on Highway 31 bridge to Athens. Proceeds benefit the Morgan County Rescue Squad and the Morgan County Humane Society. Admission is free.
For more information call Bob Namie at 256.306.0909, Wendi Cook at 256.777.01014, or Jim Barnett at 256.606.9166 or visit www.riverwalkyc.org.
The purpose of the Riverwalk Yacht Club is to promote and encourage boating and seamanship, to organize and stimulate yachting and cruising, to provide a medium for the exchange of boating knowledge, safety, and techniques, to support and promote the environment conservation and improvements to our state lakes, waterways, and local marina, and to promote social activities for its members. For more information, visit riverwalkyc.org.
About The Decatur-Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau (DMCCVB)
The Decatur-Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau is a not-for-profit organization promoting tourism and economic growth in Morgan County . For information on special events and attractions in Decatur, contact DMCCVB at 800.524.6181 or 256.350.2028; or visit their website at www.decaturcvb.org.
04/19/2012 3rd Friday Downtown Decatur Kicks Off April 20th
Decatur, Ala. – Spring is in the air in downtown Decatur as merchants gear up for its monthly summertime block party. Set for April 20th, 3rd Friday Downtown Decatur announces “Springin’ Downtown” and along with live music, entertainment, super sales and specials at various merchants, a classic car cruise-in has been added to the festivities.
The party begins at 4:30 p.m. with live music gearing up at 5 p.m. Festival goers are invited to spend the evening looking at a wide variety of antique cars along Bank Street while enjoying some of the area’s best musicians. Performing from 5 to 6:30 p.m. will be Jacob Brock at Tammy Eddy Antiques and Interiors, Deb Davenport at Memi’s, and A B Boys at Goody 2 Shoes. Amy McCarley is also set to perform in Jones Park from 7 to 8 p.m., and in the 800 block of Bank Street, the U.S. Army Materiel Command Band will take the stage from 7 to 8 p.m.
Store specials, giveaways, and discounts will be offered at selected retailers and restaurants and many of the merchants will remain open until 8 p.m. Participating streets in 3rd Fridays include 2nd Avenue, Bank, Market, Moulton, Grant, and Johnston streets. For more information, call Ashley Ashwander at 256.355.8993.
About The Decatur-Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau (DMCCVB)
The Decatur-Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau is a not-for-profit organization promoting tourism and economic growth in Morgan County. For information on special events and attractions in Decatur and Morgan County, contact the DMCCVB at 800.524.6181 or 256.350.2028; or visit its website at www.decaturcvb.org.
04/19/2012 Decatur’s Newest Event to Make Waves in the River City
Decatur, Ala. – Decatur’s newest event is expected to make waves in the River City when sixty teams and 1200 paddlers compete for medals and bragging right in the inaugural Dragon Boat Race and Festival. Set for May 12, 2012 in the Point Mallard Park Aquatic Center, the Dragon Boat Race and Festival will be a unique cultural event featuring adrenaline-pumping action while also serving as a fundraiser for the Decatur General Foundation.
Dragon boat racing is the eighth fastest growing sport in the world, with more than 50 million people in 63 countries participating. The tradition of Dragon Boat Racing is an annual Asian rite commemorating the idealistic poet and reformer Qu Yuan who drowned himself in the third century B.C. to protest against his emperor’s policies. The locals raced in their boats in an attempt to rescue the poet, and beat their drums and splashed their paddles to prevent fish and water dragons from eating his body. This was considered the beginning of Dragon Boat Racing. For more information about dragon boat racing, visit www.racedragonboats.com.
Teams, comprised of 20 paddlers, a drummer and a trained dragon boat steerer/coach, will race in authentic Hong Kong-style, 46-foot-long dragon boats. Teams may have four alternates, for a total of 25 team members, or can race with a minimum of 16. There must be at least eight female paddlers and minimum age for adult teams is 15 with parental consent. Each team is guaranteed at least two races on the 250-meter race course with winners advancing to the finals.
Racing starts at 9 a.m. and events last throughout the day until approximately 4 p.m., rain or shine. Spectators may watch and cheer on their favorite team from the beach area of the Point Mallard Aquatic Center or from the water at a safe distance from the race course. The concession stand will be open throughout the event. Water Park pools and rides will be closed.
Admission and parking are free. Donations will be accepted with proceeds benefiting the Decatur General Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization providing financial support to the programs and services of Decatur General Hospital.
For more information on the inaugural Decatur General Foundation Dragon Boat Race and Festival, visit www.dgfdragonboatfestival.org.
About The Decatur-Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau (DMCCVB)
The Decatur-Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau is a not-for-profit organization promoting tourism and economic growth in Morgan County. For information on special events and attractions in Decatur and Morgan County, contact DMCCVB at 800.524.6181 or 256.350.2028; or visit their website at www.decaturcvb.org.
04/15/2012 Swamp Johns – April 25, 2012 – Hamilton Supervalu
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