DOTHAN:
Chief Benny administers the Oath of Office to 10 new Dothan Police Officers! In this hiring class, there are two previously certified officers and eight new officers who will have to attend the Wiregrass Police Academy. Welcome to the team!
#NewOfficers #welcometotheteam #YourJourneyStartsHere
Congratulations to Recruit Class 2025-02!
Tonight, we celebrate your hard work, your grit, and your unwavering dedication. From the late nights spent studying, to the early-morning PT sessions, to the countless sacrifices made, not only by you, but by your families, you’ve proven what commitment and calling truly look like.
You’ve chosen a path of service, courage, and excellence. And tonight, we honor every step that brought you here.
The graduation was this past Friday evening. This was Dothan Fire Chief Larry Williams last recruit class as he prepares for retirement on December 31.
NAPIER FIELD: 4:54 PM Napier Field Police Officer Sanders called for help. Law Enforcement units from Midland City and Dale County Sheriff Department rolled to the scene.
Finally Ozark – Dale County 911 was able to contact the Napier Field Police Officer by radio who advised he had one subject in handcuffs. Reports are Napier Field Police Officer Sanders nose is bleeding..
Mutiple law enforcement units are on the scene. At 4:56 PM one unit on the scene advised could slow everyone down that was responding.
Unknown what the situation was that caused the issue or exactly where the Napier Field Police Officer was located. But there are no major injuries known to RSN at this time.
Will follow up with more information when known,
UPDATED @ 5:06 PM
The incident occurred on Single Street in the city limits of Napier Field.
UPDATED @ 5:17 PM
Once Napier Field Police Chief Duncan and other law enforcement arrived Napier Field Police Officer Sanders left the scene on his patrol vehicle, driving himself to Dale Medical Center tobe treated.
UPDATED @ 5:27 PM
At 5:23 Pm Napier Field Police Chief Duncan left transporting the subject arrested to Dale County Jail. Chief Duncan reported the subject had been cleared by EMS.
At 5:27 PM Napier Field Police Officer Sanders had arrived at Dale Medical Center.
The Kinsey Police Department is organizing a community benefit on Nov. 22 to support a Houston County deputy who is battling cancer.
The fundraiser will take place from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kinsey Fire Department, located at 6188 Walden Drive in Kinsey. All proceeds will go to Deputy Robert Johnson’s family as he continues his fight against the disease.
Attendees can purchase plates for $15 each, with two meal options available:
Pork chop plate with baked beans, potato salad, drink and dessert cake
Chicken leg quarter plate with baked beans, potato salad, drink and dessert cake
Community members may support the effort by purchasing a plate or making a direct donation.
For more information or to donate, contact the Kinsey Police Department:
Chief Mock: 334-796-0810
Cpl. Morgan: 334-405-7482
Donations will also be accepted at the time of plate pick-up.
Dothan Livestock Market Report
Prepare for the next sale, which will take place on December 1, 2025.
Receipts this Week 532
Receipts last week 512
FEEDER CLASSES
STEERS & BULLS (MEDIUM & LARGE 1 & 2 )
150-300 Lbs. up to 730.00
300-400 Lbs. up to 475.00
400-500 Lbs. up to 445.00
500-600 Lbs. up to 405.00
600-700 Lbs. up to 368.00
700-800 Lbs. up to 320.00
HEIFERS (MEDIUM & LARGE 1 & 2)
150-300 Lbs. up to 690.00
300-400 Lbs. up to 435.00
400-500 Lbs. up to 385.00
500-600 Lbs. up to 355.00
600-700 Lbs. up to 320.00
700-800 Lbs. up to 272.00
SLAUGHTER CLASSES
COWS
High Dressing up to 168.00
Breakers up to 163.00
Lean up to 155.00
Bulls up to 190.00
Replacement Classes
Bred Cows 2,825.00
Cow Calf pairs 2,500.00
Slaughter classes steady to firm. Replacement bred cows steady to firm with pairs too few to trend. Calves and feeder cattle trading 2 to 6 higher again! The market is looking good and very solid. Demand is the strongest ever !! Fed Cattle in the West 224 to 228 with Iowa to 229.50
*** WE WILL BE CLOSED NEXT WEEK FOR THANKSGIVING. THE NEXT SALE WILL BE MONDAY, DECEMBER 01,2025. HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL !!
Thank you all for your business and friendship !! And remember, we are not here just to sell your cattle, we are here to do what ever it takes to get every penny we can for your cattle.
GOOD COUNTRY COOKING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH!!!
NEW RESTAURANT HOURS:
MONDAY 6AM UNTIL
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TAYLOR: 6:00 PM. The Taylor City Council Meeting met tonight at 6:00 PM in a regular scheduled meeting. Mayor Robert Lamb, Councilman Kelly, Peterman, Thompson and Milner were present. One councilman was not present.
Last meeting this council voted in a new council member, Brad Martin. Before the meeting Mayor Robert Lamb swore Martin in and he took seat tonight in his first meeting.
Former Taylor Mayor Billy Snell was present and in the audience.
Travel reimbursement from Councilman Kenny Thompson which was approved. No mention of amount.
Travel reimbursement from Councilman John Milner which was approved. No mention of amount.
Travel reimbursement from Mayor Robert Lamb which was approved. No mention of amount.
No further business and meeting adjourned at 6:08 PM.
One item carried over from last meeting was the termination of Taylor Police Chief James Brazier by newly sworn in Mayor Robert Lamb. Sworn in at 8 AM by 8:45 AM Lamb had terminated Brazier as Police Chief and he left the building walking. Lamb did not consult the Taylor City Council before his termination although it was rumored for weeks that when he took office his first plans were to terminate Brazier. Brazier appealed but last meeting said until his attorney was present he was not going to speak.
The current Mayor, Robert Lamb, was Code Enforcement Officer when Chief Brazier started. Lamb later took a leave of absence to seek office of Mayor. Prior to taking office as Mayor Lamb was vocal that he did not like Police Chief James Brazier.
There was no mention of the hearing for Brazier and no mention of appointing an Interim Police Chief by the City Coincil.
ADMINISTRATIVE MEETING
The Taylor City Council then went into the Administrative Meeting following the regular meeting. Racheal Smith of Wiregrass Pet and Adoption Center. Very full of pets. She sent a contract. They have been open for 2 months and took over from the Dothan Animal Control Center. Animal Control is still legally to be operated by the municipality. The Wiregrass Pet and Adoption Center outlines the animal shelter agreement with City of Taylor. If they have a stray animal officer they can bring to the center. They are a 501 ( c ) ( 3 ). The fee is $ 12.00 a day for 7 days. They hold the animal for 21 days. With this being a new shelter they have more resources to place animals. All municipalities pay the same for all municipalities.
Mayor Lamb said they donated money for the building. A yearly pledge for 5 years of $ 18,715.00, which is $ 3,750.00 a year for five years to construct the building. This was only towards construction of the building but not housing of the animal. Councilman Thompson asked if a citizen brings the animal how do they know and they were told those are the first questions they ask and verify on anyone bringing in the animal. They can not take owner surrender animals only stray animals.
Taylor has a leash law.
If over the 21 days, a number picked, and the shelter is trying it to see how works out for the first years. All numbers can be seen on the website.
Former Mayor Billy Snell gave an update on DCLARK Road. Everything signed but one person to give the road back to where it belongs.
Snell said Taylor got $ 170,000.00 from Houston County in the lodging that’s. Snell presented plans, taking in a perimeter of the softball complex where the pavilion was. This is county money that will be spent. Two playgrounds, picnic tables and something children can enjoy. Was hoping to get the crosswalk joined. The next round of money, if council approves, the softball fields fixed.
The City of Taylor has to present invoices to Houston County to be paid back. The pavilion is about 80% complete. Snell got some pricing on some lighting and they have some money left over and some sod around the pavilion.
Councilman Thompson asked about the existing swing sets. Thompson said parking is close and Snell suggested to get rid of them or re-locate. If damaged perhaps purchase some new swing sets. The skateboard park and basketball parks currently stay pretty busy. Snell said we get this money and accountable for it, and they are putting this back for the children. Snell thanked the council for taking care of the kids.
Houston County has not decided how to get money in the future. This first round of money was to improve what was on Highway 605.
Next Snell said they had talked months ago about a house purchase on Littlefield. Snell said the City is already outgrowing this building. The City Council had talked moving the Police Department to the house on Littlefield Road. It is structurally sound but needs about $ 30,000 of renovations. Snell said that is not completely renovated but making it better. Mayor Lamb asked if Snell checked for termite and he said no but going to pull some siding out.
Councilman Thompson if they would have to bid and Snell said a construction manager would be better and if they used construction manager route was taken you would see all money spent. Snell said the project would take two to three months. Asked about parking Snell said there would not be a lot of traffic because the Magistrate would remain in the current city hall and would court.
Snell said he would bid out to a couple of site contractors and would ask the county what they could do.
Snell said they have 80,000 to 90,000 left over out of the $ 170,000.00 allocated by the county. The new playground equipment is to be in Taylor by next week.
Councilman Thompson said put the lights on the agenda but hold the police station for more discussion. Mayor Lamb said they are going to wait and talk about Wiregrass Pet later. Councilman Thompson said it is what it is and the only alternative and need to move that contract forward to the next meeting.
Councilman Milner said he agrees with Mr. Snell the mulch on the old playground does need to be replaced and that item should be on the agenda.
The City Clerk said Rehobeth conversation with Rehobeth on EMS and when payments are due. There is some discrepancies on when payment is due. Councilman Thompson said to Mayor Lamb that is his issue. Thompson questioned if they need to pay monthly so they can monthly if they need to pay people. Mayor Trotter thought the payment was due October 1 but Thompson said he thought after services rendered. Snell said quarterly payments due. The council looked at the contract. Councilman Thompson said he has no issues if they need to pay monthly because it is a positive thing having the ambulance in Taylor. Mayor Lamb said he will get with Mayor Trotter because Taylor needs the service.
Councilman Thompson said the 3 or 4 minute difference in response if tremendous and can make a lot of difference.
A zoning class is coming to the Chamber and $ 750.00 per person. It is important for someone to attend. Mayor Lamb said two off each board. Councilman Thompson said crunch numbers. Everyone needs to go but that is a lot of money. It is cheaper online. The City Clerk said they need answer ASAP.
The Administrative Meeting ended at 6:56 PM.