The Clarke County Democrat Podcast

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  1. Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will be July 18-20

    JUL 9

    Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will be July 18-20

    Alabama’s 20th annual sales tax holiday for school-related items begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 18, 2025, and ends at midnight Sunday, July 20, 2025, giving shoppers the opportunity to purchase certain school supplies, computers, books and clothing free of the state’s four percent sales or use tax. Cities and counties were to notify the state that they would participate in the 2025 holiday by June 19. In 2006, a sales tax holiday was enacted pursuant to §40-23-210 to §40-23-213, Code of Ala. 1975, whereby no state sales or use tax is due on covered items as defined in the... Article Link

    1 min
  2. Bagwell speaks to Historical Society

    JUL 9

    Bagwell speaks to Historical Society

    David Bagwell, a retired attorney and history enthusiast presented a program to the Clarke County Historical Society on two train robbers – Rube Burrow and Railroad Bill who were notorious in South Alabama. Burrow began robbing trains in Texas and from there made his way to Alabama. He was captured in Marengo County, where he tried to escape from jail and died in a shootout. Railroad Bill was from Florida but started robbing trains in Escambia County in the town of Teaspoon. Williams Station killed Railroad Bill in a shootout in what is now known as Atmore. The historical society... Article Link

    1 min
  3. Be a hero and share your faith

    JUL 9

    Be a hero and share your faith

    Everybody loves a hero, but does everybody want to be one? Being a hero usually comes at some cost. What is the definition of a hero? I looked it up and here is what I found. First, a hero is a remarkably brave person: somebody who commits an act of remarkable bravery or who has shown an admirable quality such as great courage or strength of character. Secondly, a hero is someone who is admired for outstanding achievements or qualities. Then, a hero can also be the principal character in a movie, novel, or play. Another definition given for a... Article Link

    2 min
  4. Car twins meet

    JUL 9

    Car twins meet

    Not too long ago, my husband and I were running errands in Thomasville. Our last stop was Tractor Supply. He stayed in the car while I ran in the store. As I walked out, I saw that my car’s twin had joined him in the parking lot. It always excites me to see “fun vehicles,” especially V8 Mustangs. Both cars were late model black Ford Mustang GT 5.0s with the performance package. An easy way to identify these cars is by the stock high spoiler. The other driver parked perfectly beside me, making a Kodak moment, for sure. I was... Article Link

    3 min
  5. Clarke County Arrest Report

    JUL 9

    Clarke County Arrest Report

    Clarke County Jail Arrests booked in the Clarke County Jail June 30 – July 6 include the following: Jeffrey Eugene Smith, 46, theft/deception first degree Freddie James Witherspoon, 64, assault first degree Scott Keith Chestang II, 29, domestic violence third degree – assault third degree, domestic violence third degree, harassing communications, kidnapping second degree Kasey Skye Anderson, 37, failure to appear Derek Chancey, 43, leaving the scene of an accident causing death Deontae Laderrius Milton, 19, attempting to elude a police officer (death or serious physical injury), discharging firearm, etc., into occupied or unoccupied building Brandon Baxter, 40, attempt to... Article Link

    3 min
  6. Community Events and Activities

    JUL 9

    Community Events and Activities

    The Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program will host an informational meeting about special education, Medicaid and waivers. There will be two free workshops in Clarke County to learn all about navigating these systems and services. The first meeting will be Thursday, July 10 from 9 – 10: 15 a. m. about Medicaid and Medicaid waivers. The second meeting will be Thursday, July 10 from 10: 30- noon about special education and IEPs. The program will be presented by Cecilia Ballinger and Christina Norris with the Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program. Both meetings will be at the White Smith Memorial Library in Jackson.... Article Link

    9 min
  7. Free day of fun and games 'Don't Drown on Drugs'

    JUL 9

    Free day of fun and games 'Don't Drown on Drugs'

    Attention Clarke and Washington counties! The Clarke County Sheriff’s Office and H.W. Pearce Memorial Park are proud to announce a day of fun, games and community. "Don't Drown on Drugs," July 16th, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., will be a day for middle and high school age kids to enjoy cooling off from this South Alabama heat. Admission into the park is FREE for the day. Food, drink, and snow-cones will be provided. This experience will be tailored toward middle and high school students as there will be a short presentation on the dangers of using drugs. Free swimming... Article Link

    1 min
  8. Governor awards $6.2 million for 'middle mile' broadband projects

    JUL 9

    Governor awards $6.2 million for 'middle mile' broadband projects

    MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced the awarding of .2 million in funding to continue the expansion of highspeed internet access in Alabama. The latest award to Alabama Fiber Network will supply 125 miles of “middle-mile” broadband service in parts of 12 counties – most located in south Alabama. Middle-mile projects involve filling the gaps in broadband expansion to make it more cost-effective and less labor-intensive for providers to extend broadband services to businesses and households in the state. “Alabama continues to make strides in providing broadband accessibility in all areas of the state,” Gov. Ivey said. “These latest... Article Link

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Podcast from the Clarke County Democrat. Subscribe for weekly bonus episodes highlighting news from Southern Alabama.

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  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
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