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Arrest Reports May 28- June 3
GA State Patrol Arrests Monica Frazier, Illegal Possession of a Controlled Substance ($2,950), Adult Restraint Law- Seat Belt, Possession of a Drug Related Object Kenshun Ke James Herring, Driving Under Influence of Alcohol/Drugs ($1,300), Adult Restraint Law- Seat Belt, Possession of Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Possession of Marijuana Less than 1 Oz. ($1,300), Driving […] The post Arrest Reports May 28- June 3 appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Suspect in custody following stabbing in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Tuesday night, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a residence involving a stabbing. Authorities said the incident happened around 5 p.m. on Rocky Creek Road where it was reported that a victim had been stabbed with a knife. Deputies and Jackson County Fire Rescue arrived at the […]
Several Panhandle churches try to leave the United Methodist Church
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Alabama Supreme Court has ruled against a number of local churches trying to leave the United Methodist Church. 44 congregation churches in south Alabama and the Panhandle sued the United Methodist Conference for preventing them from disaffiliating. The court upheld a lower court ruling that this is an internal […]
Scattered storms are possible for some today
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Good Thursday morning everyone. Another hot and humid day lies ahead for today and tomorrow with highs near 90 and a heat index in the upper 90s. It’s a quiet start for now on radar and satellite. Just a few clouds passing through with a...
Former pecan farmer tackles mental health in rural Georgia
BAINBRIDGE, Ga. — After losing his farm to Hurricane Michael, a South Georgia farmer has created one solution to the mental health crisis in his rural community. If you ask him what he does now, Eric Cohen will say, “I’m in the real estate business and telehealth business.”
“Beacon of Hope”: Rotary Club hears about community ministry from First Baptist Church
The Bainbridge Rotary Club met for their weekly meeting at the Kirbo Center on Tuesday. The guest speaker of the day was Chris Humphries, senior pastor of First Baptist Church, who was joined by Julian Sims, Pastor of Music and Senior Adults, as well as Andrew Donaldson, Pastor of Youth and Family. Humphries emphasized the […] The post “Beacon of Hope”: Rotary Club hears about community ministry from First Baptist Church appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Alleged teen killer pleads not guilty by mental disease
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Marquis McCloud, accused of killing a pregnant teenager last May, pleaded not guilty on Tuesday. During his arraignment, McCloud pleaded not guilty by mental disease or defect. He faces a charge of capital murder of two or more persons. 19-year-old Anastasia Gilley vanished from her Jackson...
Woman finds dead black bear in trash bag while on hike
ARLINGTON, Va. (WUSA) – Authorities in Virginia are investigating after a woman made a mysterious discovery while on a hike. Sonia Nayar was stopped in her tracks at the end of a dirt trail while hiking with her son and dog. “There was a lot of smell, like a...
Milestones Pediatrics begins summer camp with sports at Rec Center
With school out and summer in full swing, multiple summer youth programs are underway. One of these is Milestone Pediatric Therapy’s Camp Milestones, offered to children with behavioral, speech and physical disabilities. The camp will last through to July, with each week having a particular theme. This week’s theme is Sports Week, with the Recreation […] The post Milestones Pediatrics begins summer camp with sports at Rec Center appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Bainbridge Public Safety, 30x30 Fundraising collaborating on raising funds for K9′s bulletproof vest
BAINBRIDGE, Ga. (WALB) - Bainbridge Public Safety and the nonprofit 30x30 Fundraising are collaborating to provide a bulletproof vest for K9 Dolph, a vital law enforcement team member. Law enforcement departments often turn to nonprofits for K-9 equipment, according to a press release from 30x30 Fundraising. The nonprofit is now...
Central Panhandle Association of Realtors helping local students
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Central Panhandle Association of Realtors Leadership Academy team is helping make a difference for local students. Throughout May, they completed the ‘Stuff the Box’ campaign. Donation boxes were put at over a dozen different locations. People donated essential items like snacks, laundry detergent, and deodorant. CPAR ended up collecting […]
1 of 3 Bainbridge suspects to face death penalty if convicted in capital murder case
BAINBRIDGE, Ga. (WALB) - The state of Alabama will seek the death penalty against a Bainbridge man if he’s found guilty of killing 20-year-old Sincere Tyson of Dothan, Alabama. According to Tyson’s mother, he dialed 911 after Jacoiah Harrell, Solomon Cooper, and Zycheria Russ broke into his home in...
Lady Tornadoes host team camp
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Girls summer basketball underway at the Ponderosa. Monroe, Dougherty, Westover, Tift County, Terrell County and Colquitt all took the court. The Lady Packers adjusting to a new lady at the helm, Stephanie Cody just two weeks into her new role. Cody took the court for the first time as head coach of the Lady Pack getting a good look at what she has to work with this fall.
Jackson County Correctional Facility Report For June 10, 2024
Alvin Rudd, 40, Sneads, Florida: Burglary, grand theft of a firearm, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a weapon or ammunition by a convicted felon: Marianna Police Department. Brittany Jones, 27, Greenwood, Florida: Failure to appear for compliance: Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. Cynthia Stoe, 45, Havana,...
Chamber of Commerce addresses Lions Club
For their meeting in late May, members of the Bainbridge Lions Club enjoyed hearing from Mrs. Karen Tobin, President of the Bainbridge – Decatur County Chamber of Commerce. To begin, Ms. Tobin introduced the people who serve with her: Mrs. Frances Edmunds is the Office Manager and Melissa Mills is Director for Events and Communications. […] The post Chamber of Commerce addresses Lions Club appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Wicksburg softball team brings home first state title in school history; recognized by commission
HOUSTON COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — It had been 25 years since the last public school won a state championship in any sport in Houston County, and after one team finally got it done, the county is still celebrating. That team is the Wicksburg Panthers softball team, who rolled through...
Floyd tabbed as Ashford softball coach
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Ashford High School’s softball team took to social media on Tuesday to announce the next head coach leading the Lady Jackets on the diamond. The team introduced Hunter Floyd as the next head softball coach. Floyd, who is in his second year at Ashford High, is a native of Cottonwood and a graduate of Auburn University.
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