FROM REHOBETH TO LAKE KISSIMMEE: Rehobeth High School graduate, now at Troy University in Troy, Colton Trotter is an avid bass fisherman. A young man who is very active in the bass fishing circuit and seems to always be fishing in a tournament or about to be all of the time.
He was fishing in Lake Kissimmie. Had string of bad luck in his travels with a tire blow out and lug nuts on the boat trailer. His younger brother is also an avid bass fisherman.
FROM COLTON TROTTER FACEBOOK
Well the first stop of the Bassmaster Opens did not go as planned and we’ve dug ourself a pretty big hole for the next 3 events. Had a fairly good practice but the cold front really affected my fish and just never could seem to locate them during the tournament. Day 1 of the tournament I had the bites to have 14-15lbs including snapping my flipping stick on a 4-5lber, but just couldn’t get them into the boat but that’s fishing sometimes. Also had a grand time on the way home friday including a tire blow out and a snapping all the studs off my hub about 2 hours later. Time to bounce back in the next Open which is on Eufaula in April. On the bright side my man @jlevfishing got some really good pictures and thanks to @austinsawyerfishing for using his boat for the camera boat.
ABBEVILLE – HENRY COUNTY: A pursuit from Abbeville into Headland, south bound on Highway 431 from Henry County 99. Abbeville Police, Henry County Sheriff Deputies, Headland Police, Kinsey Police, Houston County Sheriff Deputies, Dothan Police and ALEA – Troopers.
All units were not involved but were setting up as the chase was southbound on Highway 431. As the chase got close to Henry County Road 22 the vehicle stopped. Sppeds were 45 miles per hour to 70 miles per hour. The vehicle stopped in RODEO parking lot in Headland.
Two persons have been taken into custody. Possible drugs in the vehicle.
HATS OFF to ALEA-Trooper Dispatch, Henry County 911, Houston County 911, and Dothan Police 911 did a great job.
Henry County Sheriff Eric Blankenship is in Washington D.C. and on the radio during the chase with the officers. Sheriff Blankenship is at the National Sheriff Conference.
About 3 1/2 years ago my kids & I was in situation with a landlord that was taking advantage of me and had us living in unsafe circumstance… As a single mom I didn’t know what to do working two jobs struggling to get by with four kids someone introduced me to Blake Bowen. I explained my situation to Blake as he was listening he mentioned that he had a trailer park he had just bought that had some old run down trailers that wasn’t really ready to be lived in but he would do what he could to help me! About 3 weeks later Blake calls me and tells me that he’s got a trailer He’s fixed up to be livable for me and my kids. I paid him the deposit and had no idea how I was going to come up with the first month’s rent Blake with no hesitation told me don’t worry about it Just pay me when you can. Second month rolls around and I’m finally caught up! After renting from Blake all these years and any obstacle that life might have threw at us he is always been the most understanding landlord I’ve ever known! Blake was more than just our landlord though he’d often call my husband Elmer Brown and crack jokes with him how he was the trailer park mayor. Or anytime that a situation happened in the trailer park and he couldn’t get there fast enough he’d call Elmer as backup! He wasn’t just our landlord he became a friend of ours! Shortly after passing the crime scene with no idea of what had happened I got a phone call that shattered my heart! Blake was the most giving caring hard-working person that was the true definition of getting it out of the mud! My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife his two daughters and his mother I can’t imagine how they must feel. I can’t seem to wrap my head around how anyone so heartless could take his life when he literally would have done anything to help them! Rest in peace Blake you will definitely be missed
A good person was taken from us far too soon by the actions of a common criminal, and there are no words that can fully capture the grief and outrage we all feel.
On behalf of the entire Police Department, I want to express our deepest condolences to the victim’s family, friends, and loved ones. Our hearts are with you during this unimaginable time.
I also want to say how incredibly proud I am of the men and women of this department. From the moment this occurred, our officers, investigators, and support staff responded with urgency, professionalism, and compassion. We are committed to ensuring that justice is served and that those responsible are held fully accountable.
Violence like this has no place in our city. We will not stop working to protect our neighborhoods and to honor the life that was lost through our continued dedication to public safety.
Please keep the victim’s family in your thoughts and prayers.
Dawson Spivey Joins Jett Motorsports for Rattler 125 and Expanded Pro Late Model Schedule
SLOCOMB, Ala. — Dawson Spivey is set to take the next step in his Pro Late Model career, officially joining Jett Motorsports, also known as the Jett Concrete Team, an Orange Park, Florida–based operation, as he prepares for a run in the Rattler 125 at South Alabama Speedway and an expanded slate of regional events.
Spivey enters this new chapter with momentum. During the 2025 season, he made multiple Pro Late Model starts at Crisp Motorsports Park driving for Jett Noland Motorsports, where he logged valuable seat time against experienced competition. Those outings produced one top-10 finish and one top-five, results that underscored steady improvement and race-to-race progression.
Those performances helped lay the groundwork for what comes next. Now joining Jett Motorsports, Spivey will draw on the program’s experience in race management, long-run consistency, and preparation for marquee events—preparation that now points directly toward the Rattler 125, one of the most demanding Pro Late Model races in the Southeast.
“Every start last year was about learning and getting sharper,” Spivey said. “The finishes at Cordele showed we’re moving in the right direction. At these bigger races, a lot comes into play—cautions, tire strategy, and how the race unfolds. A big part of it is being there at the end, keeping your equipment together, avoiding trouble, and having a good team around you to help make the right calls so you can put together complete weekends.”
Spivey also expressed excitement about driving the No. 9, a car number that carries significant history within the Jett Motorsports organization. The No. 9 has been associated with major victories and elite-level drivers, and Spivey acknowledged the responsibility that comes with representing a number that has already proven itself at the highest levels of short-track racing.
“It means a lot to be in that car,” Spivey said. “The No. 9 has a lot of history behind it. I’m grateful for the opportunity and focused on doing my part to respect what that number represents.”
Spivey highlighted the opportunity to work with Patt Jett and Kurt Jett, noting that leadership and decision-making on the pit box are often the difference in events where execution and timing matter as much as raw speed.
“They’ve won it all,” Spivey said. “Patt and Kurt know how to prepare, how to manage races, and how to win. To be given the opportunity to drive for a program with that level of experience is an honor, and I don’t take that lightly.”
Jett Motorsports brings a proven résumé to the partnership under the leadership of Patt and Kurt Jett. The organization has captured a Rattler 125 victory with Bubba Pollard and was recently part of the winning effort at the Snowball Derby, one of Super Late Model racing’s crown-jewel events. Over the years, the team has fielded a deep roster of talent, including Kaden Honeycutt, Kyle Benjamin, Derek Thorn, Jeff Choquette, Stephen Nasse, Jett Noland, and Corey Heim.
Beyond the Rattler 125, Spivey’s plans include continued seat time at Crisp Motorsports Park along with appearances at additional regional events. The schedule is designed to place him in deep, competitive fields while accelerating development through repetition against strong competition.
Spivey also expressed appreciation for James Finch, describing him as a trusted mentor whose guidance and perspective have been especially valuable throughout his development.
Spivey will be supported this season by a growing group of partners, including Advantage Contracting, LLC; Spivey’s Heating & Air; McAllister Painting LLC; Jett Concrete Inc.; and Donaghey Mechanical.
FEDERAL CONVICTION FROM 2021 ON MURDER SUSPECT TODAY
Montgomery, Ala. – Today, Acting United States Attorney Sandra J. Stewart announced that three Dothan, Alabama residents have been sentenced for their roles in stealing guns from licensed firearms dealers. On July 8, 2021, 19-year-old Michael T. Taylor was sentenced to 26 months in prison. Previously, on June 9, 2021, 20-year old JYB was sentenced to 36 months and, lastly, on May 12, 2021, 21-year old MRW, was sentenced to 36 months imprisonment. Following each of their prison sentences, they will serve three years of supervised release. There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court records, on August 6, 2019, Baxter, acting alone, burglarized Performance Machine Works in Dothan, Alabama and stole five firearms, including a Glock, model 27, .40 caliber pistol; a Glock, model 20, 10mm pistol; a Glock, model 48, 9mm pistol; an FN, model 509T, 9mmm pistol; and, a Remington, model 1911 R1, .45 caliber pistol. Then, on September 6, 2019, B, Taylor, and W all conspired to burglarize The Outpost, a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) in Dothan, Alabama, in order to steal guns. They made entry into the building by using hand tools to remove material and breach the business’ back wall to avoid setting off the alarm. A total of nine firearms were taken from The Outpost, including a BCM, model BCM4, 5.56 mm rifle; a Caracal, model F, 9mm pistol; an I.O. Inc., model BSR-74, 5.45mm rifle; a Kel-Tec, model P11, 9mm pistol; a Romarm/Cugir, model WASR-10, 7.62mm rifle; a Romarm/Cugir, model WASR-10UF, 7.62mm rifle; a Taurus, model 24/7 G2, 9mm pistol; and, two (2) Taurus, model G2C, 9mm pistols.
The three defendants were indicted for unlawfully taking firearms from a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) and conspiracy to steal from an FFL in connection with the September 6, 2019 burglary. Baxter was indicted on an additional charge of stealing from an FFL for the August 6, 2019 gun thefts. All three pleaded guilty to the charges contained in the indictment.
This case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Dothan Police Department, and the Houston County Sheriff’s Office. Assistant United States Attorney Eric M. Counts prosecuted the case.
