BIRMINGHAM – CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL: 11:57 AM. The picture is before surgery. They text us about 8:41 AM that the actual surgery had started. It was after 11 when completed.
In re Brantley
This is just a brief summary of what his Dr said
Brantley is out of surgery. Surgery started about 8:05 and Dr came and talked to us at about 11:15. Dr. Rozelle said surgery went good they went in and cleaned a lot of scar tissue out and first thought they would not have to place the stent in but got the ultrasound machine out and checked the pulse of the brain against his heart rate and determined they needed to go ahead and insert the stent. They had to go on in and clean some more scar tissue out but said stent went in smoothly. Dr. Is very hopeful about no more surgery for his Chari. He said likelihood of another Chari decompression is about 10-15%.
There is still chance of shunt malfunctions .
Brantley will spend the night in intensive care tonight and as long as he does well they will move us to a regular room.
They said hospital stay could be 2-3 days depending on him keeping food down.
We are still waiting to see him in Recovery now and could be another hour-ish.
Today we wrap up our “Meet the ASA District Directors” series.
The Alabama Sheriffs Association is proud to serve every corner of our state through a strong network of leadership. Our seven District Directors play a vital role in supporting sheriffs across Alabama by facilitating regional meetings, sharing resources, and representing their fellow sheriffs within the Association.
Our District 7 Director is Sheriff Tony Helms of Geneva County.
District 7 covers Barbour, Coffee, Covington, Dale, Geneva, Henry, and Houston Counties. As District 7 Director, Sheriff Helms brings his experience and commitment to public service to the table, ensuring collaboration and support among the sheriffs in these counties.
BIRMINGHAM: 05:30 AM. Just dropped grandson Brantley Bradley, his mom and dad at the front door of Children’s Hospital in Birmingham. Brantley has his third surgery of the year this morning. He had to be at hospital by 6 AM.
The doctors are putting a stint in the back of his head where they placed the shunt a few years ago. He has required two shunt adjustment surgeries this year. On a recent scheduled follow up the doctors determined the stints are needed.
Brantley is very calm and at peace this morning as they walked in Children’s Hospital. The doctors said we should be here 2-3 days.
Please keep him in your prayers.
Hydrocephalus is a chronic neurological condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the brain’s ventricles. This condition develops when there is an imbalance between the production and absorption of cerebrospinal fluid, leading to increased intracranial pressure and potential damage to brain tissue. Understanding hydrocephalus is essential for patients, families, and caregivers to recognize symptoms early and seek appropriate medical intervention.
What is Hydrocephalus?
Hydrocephalus occurs when cerebrospinal fluid—a clear fluid that surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord—accumulates abnormally within the ventricles of the brain. The ventricles are four connected cavities within the brain that produce and circulate cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid serves multiple critical functions, including cushioning the brain against injury, removing metabolic waste products, and maintaining proper intracranial pressure.
When the balance between CSF production and absorption becomes disrupted, fluid builds up within the ventricles. This accumulation increases intracranial pressure, which can compress brain tissue and lead to various neurological symptoms. The severity and progression of hydrocephalus depend on how quickly fluid accumulates and the underlying cause of the condition.
Types of Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus is classified into two main types based on the location of the cerebrospinal fluid obstruction:
Communicating Hydrocephalus
Communicating hydrocephalus occurs when cerebrospinal fluid flow is blocked after it exits the ventricles. In this type, the fluid can circulate between the ventricles but cannot be properly absorbed in the subarachnoid space surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This typically results from impaired absorption of CSF rather than an anatomical blockage within the ventricular system.
Non-Communicating Hydrocephalus
Non-communicating hydrocephalus, also known as obstructive hydrocephalus, occurs when cerebrospinal fluid flow is blocked within or along the narrow passages connecting the brain’s ventricles. This blockage prevents fluid from freely circulating between different ventricular chambers, causing fluid accumulation upstream of the obstruction.
PANSEY-HOUSTON COUNTY: 02:59 AM. Houston County 911 dispatched a structure fire, 151 Bodiford Road in Pansey.
The person reporting stated they could hear fire alarm of neighbors and smell smoke.
Dispatched, Pansey Volunteer Fire, Ashford Volunteer Fire, Gordon Volunteer Fire, Lucy Volunteer Fire, Ashford Rescue and Houston County Sheriff Deputies.
At time of dispatch Houston Coubty 911 reported to responding units unknown if occupied.
Ashford Fire Chief Jimmy Posey, Ashford Tanker and Engine Company arrived on scene at 3:15 AM.
Houston County 911 reported, as units were rolling, neighbor spoke to a male subject that he thought smoke detector was malfunctioning but did smell smoke.
3:18 AM Ashford Fire Chief Jimmy Posey reported all units could return to service, no fire, broken fire alarm.
Gordon Fire Chief Justin McAllister had arrived on scene when Ashford Fire declared no fire.
A Eufaula man was arrested on Christmas Day following a pursuit and arrest that ended at a local gas station.
According to authorities, on December 25, 2025, Stanley Dean Jr., 31, of Eufaula, attempted to elude law enforcement during a traffic stop. After a brief chase, officers executed a P.I.T. maneuver, bringing the vehicle to a stop on North Eufaula Avenue at the Circle K gas station.
Authorities said Dean then resisted arrest and attempted to flee on foot. A Conducted Energy Device (Taser) was deployed, and Dean was taken into custody.
Dean was charged with:
Unlawful Possession of Marihuana, 1st Degree
Attempting to Elude a Law Enforcement Officer (Felony)
Reckless Endangerment
Multiple traffic citations
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Southeast Health has announced the appointment of Dr. Walter C. Young as interim Chief Medical Officer, bringing a longtime and respected leader back into an executive role with the health system.
Dr. Young is a well-known figure in the Dothan medical community, having practiced obstetrics and gynecology for nearly four decades before retiring from clinical practice in 2023. His career reflects decades of service to patients throughout the Wiregrass, as well as significant leadership within the region’s healthcare system.
During his career, Dr. Young held multiple leadership positions at Southeast Health, including serving as president of the Houston County Medical Society and president of the Southeast Health Medical Staff. He also served nearly 20 years on the Houston County Health Care Authority, from 2005 until 2024.
In his role as interim Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Young will oversee clinical quality initiatives, patient safety efforts, and medical staff engagement across the health system.
Dr. Young earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine. He completed his internship at Riverside Hospital in Newport News, Virginia, and his obstetrics and gynecology residency at the National Naval Medical Center, also known as Bethesda Naval Hospital. In addition, he served 12 years in the United States Navy, including seven years at Naval Hospital Pensacola.
Southeast Health is a community-based academic health system serving southeast Alabama, southwest Georgia, and the Florida Panhandle. The system includes the region’s largest not-for-profit hospital, along with its Medical Group, Foundation, Statera Network, and the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Southeast Health Medical Center is a 420-bed regional referral facility and is designated as a Level II Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, Chest Pain Center, and home to the region’s only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and a dedicated pediatric unit.
