Deadly car crash in Russellville

NEWS ALERT 🚨 RUSSELLVILLE

MOTHER AND SON DIE IN TWO-VEHICLE CRASH

Authorities tell Shoals Insider that a mother and son died in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday night.

Russellville Police Chief Chris Hargett has identified the deceased as Jennifer Lachell Fretwell,34, and her son, Austin Jase Fretwell, 11, as the two victims who died in the crash.

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Police Identify Suspect in Homicide

NEWS ALERT 🚨 SHEFFIELD

POLICE IDENTIFY SUSPECT IN TUESDAY’S HOMICIDE

Sheffield police have developed a suspect in the murder of Thomas Hairrell, 64, who was fatally shot Monday night at a duplex on West Montgomery Avenue in Sheffield.

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Bridges at work

Roads and bridges have been vital to Alabama since its creation.  This is probably true of most states; however, it has been especially true for Alabama for several reasons.  First of all, we are a large state, geographically.  Most metropolitan areas are a good many miles from the State Capitol in Montgomery.

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Murder in Sheffield

NEWS ALERT 🚨 SHEFFIELD

POLICE IDENTIFY MURDER VICTIM

Sheffield police have identified the victim of a Monday night homicide and are conducting a homicide investigation after a body was found at a duplex at 812 West Montgomery Avenue early Tuesday morning.

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Florence Woman arrested for Drugs

NEWS ALERT 🚨 FLORENCE

FLORENCE WOMAN ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGES

On Friday, agents with the Lauderdale County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at a home on the 4000 block of County Road 6 in Lauderdale county due to the drug dealing activities of one of the occupants in the residence. This is according to police.

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Florence Man arrested for Sexual Abuse

NEWS ALERT 🚨 FLORENCE

FLORENCE MAN ARRESTED FOR SEXUAL ABUSE

Authorities have arrested a Florence man after an incident Sunday at Chisholm Hills Church of Christ.

Officers responded to 2810 Chisholm Road to a call involving a sex offense.

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Bomb threat at Sheffield schools

NEWS ALERT 🚨 SHEFFIELD

ALL CLEAR GIVEN AT SHEFFIELD HIGH SCHOOL AND JUNIOR HIGH

Authorities have given the all clear for students to return to classes after being evacuated to a secure location Tuesday morning after a bomb threat.

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Spring Park Clean Up

Florence Man arrested in Drug bust

NEWS ALERT 🚨 FLORENCE

FLORENCE MAN ARRESTED IN MULTI-AGENCY DRUG BUST

On Monday, agents with the Lauderdale County Drug Task Force were monitoring a business for drug activity just outside of the city limits of Lexington in Lauderdale County. While monitoring the business, agents observed a vehicle pull up and the driver got out. The driver went to a car and retrieved something by a car. The driver then picked up a package outside of the business and then left.

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Kid’s Choice Award!!

This year we are excited about having our first KIDS Choice Award. A trophy will be presented to the car/truck that receives the most Kids votes…

We also will have prizes from local auto stores for the 2nd and 3rd place.

So register today and let’s make the car/truck show fun this year…

For early registration contact Heather Flippo Begley 256-765-0041

Online registration can be paid via check or PayPal link below.

https://www.paypal.com/donate/…

Shoals CASA Rogersville Gives Back Fall Festival

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Missing

MISSING!! Ok guys. I need EVERYONES help! As many of y’all know my husband Joe, is at the Lifehouse in Alabama and has been there a few months now. I spoke with him yesterday and he seemed fine except his last message that said “until next time, keep your fork, love you”. Found out at lunchtime today that He is MISSING from Tuscambia, Alabama, and the guys at Lifehouse last saw him around 3 pm yesterday which was around the time he sent that last message. He has no phone, no anything really that im aware of, and no one has heard from him. I called this afternoon and filed a missing persons report. I should hear from them again soon, but in the meantime share this spread the word, pray, and PLEASE let me know if you know anything. Thanks so much and love y’all! Call me if you have any info! 225-390-0519

September 13, 2023 – Of Course the Space Command Decision was Political

Inside The Statehouse,Weekly Column

In my July 19, 2023 column my prediction was that Democratic President Joe Biden would keep the heralded space command headquarters in Colorado, rather than allow it to be moved to Alabama.  Biden made the Colorado decision 10 days later.  Why? It is very simple. Biden is a Democrat running for reelection for President as a Democrat.  Colorado is a blue Democratic state.  Alabama is a ruby red Republican state.  Of course, the decision to keep the facility in Colorado was political. The only reason that the federal military officials even considered moving the Space Command from Colorado to Huntsville, Alabama over two years ago was because of our omnipotent senior senator, Richard Shelby.  When Shelby spoke generals and presidents listened. 

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Possible Railroad Bridge Enhancement

How many of us have enjoyed the Old Railroad Bridge growing up, taking walks, snapping beautiful photos, even a simple stroll with their loved ones? If you live in The Shoals, probably most of us. Colbert County and members of the Quad Cities have selected The Railroad Bridge a project for RiverLine’s Community Planning Initiative program.

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George’s Steak Pit Review

 From the moment you step through the doors of George’s Steak Pit, you are greeted with the tantalizing aroma of sizzling steaks cooked to perfection. The menu boasts a wide selection of prime cuts, each hand-selected and expertly prepared to ensure a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Whether you prefer a tender filet mignon, a juicy ribeye, or a flavorful New York strip, George’s Steak Pit delivers on every front.

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Organic??

The foods we buy from grocery stores these days are loaded with all sorts of chemicals that can wreak havoc on our health. It’s a real concern, and we need to be aware of the dangers lurking in our shopping carts. Here we will discuss some practical tips on how to avoid these harmful substances.

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Trail of Tears

As many of you know, Trail of Tears blocks up the roads and the venues. Oh and our very own police officers have a big job, protecting the roads!! But do you know how this started?

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Man arrested for sexual abuse in Muscle Shoals

NEWS ALERT 🚨 TUSCUMBIA

MUSCLE SHOALS MAN ARRESTED FOR SEXUAL ABUSE

Authorities have arrested a Muscle Shoals man on sexual abuse charges after he was indicted by a Colbert County grand jury.

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Investigation at Cherokee Elementary for firearm suspect

NEWS ALERT 🚨 CHEROKEE

GUN FOUND IN BACKPACK AT CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY

According to Colbert County School Superintendent Chris Hand, a gun was found in a students backpack at Cherokee Elementary.

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Florence Woman Arrested for Drugs

NEWS ALERT 🚨 TUSCUMBIA

FLORENCE WOMAN ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGES

On Wednesday September 13, the Tuscumbia Police Department received a call of potential drug activity at a Hotel located on Highway 72 in Tuscumbia.

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Walking for your Health is important!

It’s cooling off outside and those of us who are inclined to stay in the AC all summer are leaving the house again! As the weather cools off we start that slow walk toward the holiday season. Let’s start out right, focused on our health, by taking a look at the small things that you could do today to build some momentum.

 

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