HOUSTON COUNTY: Scott Long, born, raised and attended school in Houston County – graduating from Cottonwood High School. Scott Long is the Incumbent District 2 Houston County School Board Member.
Scott Long is eeking re-election as Houston County School Board Member – District 2.
RSN met with Scott Long to allow him to to introduce himself to his future employers, the registered voters of Houston County.
Unlike Houston County Commissioner, the Houston County School Board members are elected by the residents outside the City Limits of Dothan. The registered voters living in the county, and any municipality in District 2, vote on this office.
At the heart of the Houston County Jail’s ministry and outreach efforts is Chaplain Mark Pickett—a dedicated servant leader with a strong background in pastoral ministry and a passion for helping others find purpose and direction.
Before serving as our Jail Chaplain, Mark spent five years as a Chaplain with the Florida Department of Corrections, where he developed a deep commitment to supporting the rehabilitation and personal transformation of incarcerated individuals. Also, he serves in pastoral leadership, guiding congregations, counseling families, and building faith-based programs centered on growth, accountability, and restoration. His experience in ministry has been instrumental in shaping the positive impact he now brings to our facility each day.
Today, Chaplain Pickett oversees a powerful network of 81 committed volunteers who help deliver 15 different programs inside the Houston County Jail. These programs focus on faith, personal development, reentry preparation, and life skills—offering inmates opportunities for real change.
With an average population of over 500 inmates, Chaplain Pickett’s role is no small task. Through his leadership, encouragement, and unwavering presence, he helps bring hope and structure to those navigating difficult circumstances.
We are proud to have Chaplain Pickett as part of the Houston County Sheriff’s Office team. His work continues to make a lasting difference—not only within the jail, but throughout our entire community.
DOTHAN – HOUSTON COUNTY – SLOCOMB – HEADLAND – DALE COUNTY: A busy night for several law enforcement and FIre – EMS units.
Rehobeth Fire – Rescue and Hodgesville Volunteer Fire had a fire on Donna Mae Drive. It turned out to be an electrical socket. Multiple medical emergencies throught the wiregrass that fire and EMS responded to. One person in early evening had a BB gun and was reported shooting at other party.
Medical calls such a high blood presure, dizzy. Possible stroke. Outdoor fire. Person fell with an uncontrolled bleed. Panic attack. And other medical emergencies.
REHOBETH-LAKE EUFAULA: Rehobeth graduate, now Troy University student Colton Trotter is currently fishing in a bass tournament on Lake Eufaula.
But first things first. His grandmother recently entered into the Gates of Heaven. Colton posted this picture tribute to his grandmother, known as MEME.
Something special MEME’s son posted:
This is a picture of meme and one of her awesome grandkids (there are many awesome gandkids lol) the story behind this picture is Colton wanted to fish this tournament really bad I think he just turned 16, well mom and dad had to work and told Colton he couldn’t fish the tournament with out a adult going with him!!! So he called up ole meme and they rolled out!!! 😂😂 and ended up winning the tournament!!
Really missing her right now😪😪😭😭
MEME was proud of her family and grandchildren.
NOW TO FISHING TOURNAMENT
Had ourselves quite an interesting day on the Big E. Ended up with right at 15lbs on 3 fish with a 7.3lber. Sitting in 55th but definitely around the right fish but should’ve an adjustment earlier in the day to grind out a limit. This place is fishing very weird right now but going to swing hard again tomorrow and see if we can get 5 bites instead of 3 to try to slide into the top 10. Huge thanks to everyone coming out to weigh in and supporting!
LEVEIL PLAINS – ENTERPRISE: This afternoon Level Plains made an arrest of Angela Nicole Sizmore, age 47. The arrest was in Level Plains.
Sizemore was placed in handcuffs and placed in what was thought to be a secure area of the Level Plains Police cruiser.
Allegedly Sizemore was about to get out of her handcuffs and into the driver seat of the Level Plains Police vehicle, and then stomping the gas pedal.
Level Plains Police, followed shortly by Level Plains Police Chief Johnny Summers, took off in pursuit. Law Enforcement vehicles chasing law enforcement police vehicle.
Dale County Sheriff Mason Bynum and members of Sale County Sheriff Department, ALEA – Troopers, Enterprise Police and Coffee County Sheriff Department were notified and all the law enforcement rolled. The female drove on Highway 84, in a marked vehicle being chased by law enforcement. The vehicle hit the by pass and turned right in the direction of WalMart. As the Level Plains Police Vehicle crossed the railroad one of the Level Plains officers got into position and was able to perform a pit manuver on the Level Plains police car. Sizemore lost control and officers were able to quickly take her into custody. But custody was not until after an altercation which forced the officers to use a non lethal taser to get Sizemore into a cooperative mood.
Sizemore started the traffic stop and arrest with no major charges. After her fleeing in the Level Plains Police vehicle she increased her charges to theft of the police vehicle, traffic violaitons, felony attempt to elude, giving false name to law enforcement, along with other possible charges of reckless endangerment, reckless driving, and obstruction of justice. Charges in Level Plains, Dale County District Court.
Enterprise Mayor William ( Bill ) Cooper and Level Plains Mayor Ronnie Thompson responded as well as multiple law enforcement officers.
DOTHAN: 10:00 AM This morning the staff of Child Advocacy Center of Southeast Alabama, area law enforcement officers and 20th Judicial Circuit District Attorney Russ Goodman gathered at Porter Park in downtown Dothan. Also present, Retired ALEA – State Bureau of Investigation Captain David Hall who is also the front runner for Geneva County Sheriff.
The purpose was BLUE RIBBON kick off.
Following a welcome by Neil Guess, Executive Board President of the Child Advocacy Center welcomed everyone. CAC Executive Director Taknocca Harris, explained “What is Blue Ribbon Month. It began with a grandmother who began wearing a blue ribbon for her grandchild who was a victim to sexual assault. From there the Blue Ribbon grew to identify with Child Advocacy Center across multiple jurisdictions.
The feature children were members of the Dothan City Headstart Program and Preschool Center. These 4 and 5 years did an outstanding job in speaking.
following the featured speaker was introduced by Lynette Robles-Mena. The featured speaker was the youngest Sheriff in the State of Alabama, Dale County Sheriff Mason Bynum. Elected in 2023, unopposed, and is up for re-election now in 2026. Unopposed. Sheriff Bynum has been very proactive in measure of abuse of children. Sheriff Bynum has been very persistent and conducted several undercover investigations with multiple agencies with target’s on those who abuse children.
Director of Community relations, Kim Johnson introduced Brandon Shoupe, Chairman of Houston County Commission. Chairman Shoupe read the pledge to the Children.
