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Two postal employees plead guilty to bribery and conspiracy to distribute marijuana

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BIRMINGHAM – Two U.S. Postal Service employees in Tuscaloosa pleaded guilty Wednesday in federal court to charges of bribery and conspiracy to distribute marijuana. Continue reading Two postal employees plead guilty to bribery and conspiracy to distribute marijuana

350 high school students to converge on NW-SCC for competition

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MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. — Northwest-Shoals Community College (NW-SCC) will host the SkillsUSA Northwest Alabama District competition on the Shoals campus for approximately 350 high school students Friday, March 18, 2016, beginning at 9 a.m. Continue reading 350 high school students to converge on NW-SCC for competition

UNA overcomes Montevallo in 13-8 win

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FLORENCE, Ala. — The University of North Alabama took an 8-0 lead after two innings and held on for a 13-8 win over Montevallo in a game that saw a combined 30 hits, eight walks and eight hit batters. Continue reading UNA overcomes Montevallo in 13-8 win

Bumble Bee recalls tuna over possible contamination

Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna in vegetable oil and water are being recalled

Certain UPC’s of Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna are being recalled

Bumble Bee Foods, LLC announced today that it is voluntarily recalling 3 specific UPC codes of canned Chunk Light tuna due to process deviations that occurred in a co-pack facility not owned or operated by Bumble Bee. These deviations were part of the commercial sterilization process and could result in contamination by spoilage organisms or pathogens, which could lead to life-threatening illness if consumed. It is important to note that there have been no reports of illness associated with these products to date. No other production codes or products are affected by this recall. Continue reading Bumble Bee recalls tuna over possible contamination

Missouri Highway Patrolman Shows How to Make Meth

Remember, kids, don’t try this at home!

 

 

Continue reading Missouri Highway Patrolman Shows How to Make Meth

Fourth man arrested in Tuscumbia murder

Devontae Bernard Bates (Photo: CCSD)

Devontae Bernard Bates (Photo: CCSD)

TUSCUMBIA-(SHOALS INSIDER)-Authorities have arrested a fourth suspect in connection with the March 1st shooting death of a Tuscumbia man, “KJ” Kijan Freeman. Continue reading Fourth man arrested in Tuscumbia murder

Troopers release statement concerning Jacob Sanders

Emergency crews at Pride's Landing Boat Dock (Photo: Shoals Insider)

Emergency crews at Pride’s Landing Boat Dock (Photo: Shoals Insider)

PRIDE LANDING-At approximately 8:30 a.m. today, March 15, the body of Jacob Cody Sanders, 24, was located by fisherman and later recovered from the waters of Pickwick Lake near Pride Landing. The search for Jeremiah Michael Sanders, 29, continues through air and water searches. Continue reading Troopers release statement concerning Jacob Sanders

Brooks: America Must Learn from Venezuela Insolvency Damage

Washington, D.C. – This morning, Congressman Mo Brooks (AL-05) continued his series of House floor speeches highlighting “bad example” countries who are reaping the consequences of financially irresponsible leadership, and again called on America to balance the budget before it is too late. Continue reading Brooks: America Must Learn from Venezuela Insolvency Damage

Emergency Missing Child Alert: Call police if you see this child

Missing 8 year old Wyatt Ray Sanford

Missing 8-year-old Wyatt Ray Sanford

 

The Arab, Alabama Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Wyatt Ray Sanford. Wyatt Ray Sanford is an 8-year-old white male, and has a scar on his ankle. Continue reading Emergency Missing Child Alert: Call police if you see this child

Local students to hold “Kick Butts Day” in Sheffield

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SHEFFIELD-Students from local middle school and high schools are holding a cigarette butt cleanup in Sheffield for “Kick Butts Day” on Wednesday.  They will compete to see who can collect the most cigarette butts strewn around the community. The activities are led by the Partnership for a Tobacco-Free Shoals and Smoke-Free Shoals. Students and adult sponsors will interview smokers as they purchase cigarettes about how or why they would quit smoking. The youth will display anti-tobacco messages at schools by placing cups in fences and creating bulletin boards with facts and information. Continue reading Local students to hold “Kick Butts Day” in Sheffield

Authorities believe body that of Velcro Pygmies bassist Jake Sanders

Velcro Pygmies Bassist Jake Sanders

Velcro Pygmies Bassist Jake Sanders

PRIDES LANDING-(SHOALS INSIDER)- Authorities tell the Shoals Insider they believe the body recovered this morning from the Tennessee River is that of Velcro Pygmie Bassist Jacob Sanders. Continue reading Authorities believe body that of Velcro Pygmies bassist Jake Sanders

One of missing brothers has been found

Emergency crews at Pride's Landing Boat Dock (Photo: Shoals Insider)

Emergency crews at Pride’s Landing Boat Dock (Photo: Shoals Insider)

PRIDES LANDING-(SHOALS INSIDER)-Authorities have confirmed to the Shoals Insider one of the missing brothers has been recovered from the Tennessee River. Continue reading One of missing brothers has been found

Lauderdale County Mugshots for 3.11.16

Birth Date:  12/11/89 Booking Number:  A1600979 Agency:   Inmate Name:  ANDERSON, RICHARD A JR 18:00:00 03/09/16 Buy/Receive Stolen Property 1 3A 13A-8-17 2803 DIST 2F 18:00:00 03/09/16 Buy/Receive Stolen Property 2 >1500 3A 13A-8-18 2803 DIST 2F 18:00:00 03/09/16 Buy/Receive Stolen Property 2 >1500 3A 13A-8-18 2803 DIST 2F

Birth Date:  12/11/89
Booking Number:  A1600979
Agency:  
Inmate Name:  ANDERSON, RICHARD A JR
18:00:00 03/09/16 Buy/Receive Stolen Property 1 3A 13A-8-17 2803 DIST 2F
18:00:00 03/09/16 Buy/Receive Stolen Property 2
>1500
3A 13A-8-18 2803 DIST 2F
18:00:00 03/09/16 Buy/Receive Stolen Property 2
>1500
3A 13A-8-18 2803 DIST 2F

Birth Date:  04/30/77 Booking Number:  A1600893 Agency:  LAUD Inmate Name:  ALLEN, RICKY L Time/Date Offense Area Statute Court Crime Class 07:55:00 03/04/16 Unlaw Dist. Cont. Substance 13A-12-211 3599 DIST 2F 07:55:00 03/04/16 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA 2ND 13A-12-214 3599 DIST AM 07:55:00 03/04/16 DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 2ND OFFENSE 13A-12-260 3550 DIST 3F

Birth Date:  04/30/77
Booking Number:  A1600893
Agency:  LAUD
Inmate Name:  ALLEN, RICKY L
Time/Date Offense Area Statute Court Crime Class
07:55:00 03/04/16 Unlaw Dist. Cont. Substance 13A-12-211 3599 DIST 2F
07:55:00 03/04/16 POSSESSION OF
MARIJUANA 2ND
13A-12-214 3599 DIST AM
07:55:00 03/04/16 DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
2ND OFFENSE
13A-12-260 3550 DIST 3F

 

Continue reading Lauderdale County Mugshots for 3.11.16

OFFICIAL Somewhere over the Rainbow – Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwoʻole

 

Continue reading OFFICIAL Somewhere over the Rainbow – Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwoʻole

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Florence Mugshots Through 3.8.16

Mugshots provided by Florence Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty.

Birth Date:  09/06/88 Booking Number:  A1600911 Agency:  FPD Inmate Name:  BAKER, TIFFANY D Time/Date Offense Area Statute Court Crime Class 00:10:00 03/05/16 Alias Arrest/Bench Warrant 15-11-5 5015 MUN BM

Birth Date:  09/06/88
Booking Number:  A1600911
Agency:  FPD
Inmate Name:  BAKER, TIFFANY D
Time/Date Offense Area Statute Court Crime Class
00:10:00 03/05/16 Alias Arrest/Bench Warrant 15-11-5 5015 MUN BM

Birth Date:  03/12/69 Booking Number:  A1600857 Agency:  FPD Inmate Name:  ANDERSON, MARK A Time/Date Offense Area Statute Court Crime Class 14:37:00 03/01/16 Alias Arrest/Bench Warrant 4A 15-11-5 5015 MUN BM 14:37:00 03/01/16 Fail to Appear/Comply/Pay 1st 4A 13A-10-39 5015 MUN CM 14:37:00 03/01/16 Contempt of Court 4A 13A-10-2 5005 MUN AM

Birth Date:  03/12/69
Booking Number:  A1600857
Agency:  FPD
Inmate Name:  ANDERSON, MARK A
Time/Date Offense Area Statute Court Crime Class
14:37:00 03/01/16 Alias Arrest/Bench Warrant 4A 15-11-5 5015 MUN BM
14:37:00 03/01/16 Fail to Appear/Comply/Pay 1st 4A 13A-10-39 5015 MUN CM
14:37:00 03/01/16 Contempt of Court 4A 13A-10-2 5005 MUN AM

Continue reading Florence Mugshots Through 3.8.16

Police need public’s help in finding suspect in deadly 2014 hit-and-run

Ms. Wanda Carles

Ms. Wanda Carles

CRIME OF THE WEEK: In this week’s Shoals Area Crime Stoppers report, a Lauderdale County woman was killed while trying to walk across a state highway. It’s been more than a year a half since her death and no one has been brought to justice. Continue reading Police need public’s help in finding suspect in deadly 2014 hit-and-run

Franklin County Mugshots for Feb-March 9.

Mugshots are provided by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty.

PRESLEY, DAVID BLAKE Booking #:1603081383 Booking Date: 03-01-2016 Charges: POSSESSION CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE; POSSESSION MARIJUANA 2ND

PRESLEY, DAVID BLAKE
Booking #: 1603081383
Booking Date: 03-01-2016
Charges: POSSESSION CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE; POSSESSION MARIJUANA 2ND

MCILLWAIN, CORY RAY Booking #:1603081381 Booking Date: 03-29-2016 Charges: VIOLATION OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS

MCILLWAIN, CORY RAY
Booking #: 1603081381
Booking Date: 03-29-2016
Charges: VIOLATION OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS

Continue reading Franklin County Mugshots for Feb-March 9.

Public Record Update: Colbert County Marriages for February 2016

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Colbert County Marriages for the month of February 2016 Continue reading Public Record Update: Colbert County Marriages for February 2016

Grocer pleads guilty to $5 million food stamp fraud, tax evasion, money laundering, and currency structuring

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BIRMINGHAM – A Bessemer grocery store owner pleaded guilty today in federal court to defrauding the food stamp program of more than $5 million, structuring cash transactions and laundering money to hide the illegal profit, and evading federal income taxes, announced U.S. Attorney Joyce White Vance, IRS Criminal Investigation Special Agent in Charge Veronica Hyman-Pillot and U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of Inspector General, Investigations, Special Agent in Charge Karen Citizen-Wilcox. Continue reading Grocer pleads guilty to $5 million food stamp fraud, tax evasion, money laundering, and currency structuring