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8:56 PM  Car Verses Building – Dollar General – Cottonwood Road

8:56 PM Car Verses Building – Dollar General – Cottonwood Road

DOTHAN:    8:49 PM   Dothan 911 dispatched Dothan Police, Dothan Fire Engine 4 ( Southside ), Dothan Fire Truck 1 ( Central ), and Pilcher Ambulance to reports of a critical inury wreck. The location is the Dollar General, Cottonwood Road and Ross Clark Circle.

On arrival of Dothan Fire Engine Company 4 they reported a single vehicle accident where the vehicle was inside the building. The vehicle appeared to be through the front doors and the integrity of the building was okay.

Dothan Fire Engine 4 reported the injuries were minor. Dothan Police Patrol Lt. Jason Adkins is on the scene along with Dothan Fire Battalion Chief Johnson.

 

UPDATED @ 8:03 AM. 07:37 AM Five Vehicle Accident – Hwy. 231 In Dale County

DALE COUNTY:    Ozark – Dale County 911 has dispatched a five vehicle accident, Highway 231 at the twin bridges near County Road 18. Dale County Sheriff Department, ALEA – Troopers and Newton Police are on the scene.

The southbound lanes of Highway 231 at Dael County 18 intersection is closed at this time ( 07:40 AM ).

The accident is reported with injuries.

Anyone with additional information or scene pictures, TEXT RICKEY 334-790-1729.

The accident is on the bridge and reports are both lanes of traffic is blocked at this time.



 

11:39 PM.    Rick Rehm

11:39 PM. Rick Rehm

With 48 days before Alabama’s general election, the House Republican Caucus is proud to highlight one of our hardest workers – State Representative Rick Rehm, Alabama House District 85.

Rep. Rehm represents House District 85, which includes portions of Henry and Houston Counties in Alabama’s Wiregrass Region.

Rep. Rehm is a veteran of the United States Army and worked as a Department of the Army Civilian Employee at one of his district’s most vital economic cornerstones – Fort Rucker.

He understands the issues our service members, veterans, and their families navigate daily and has been a staunch advocate for his community with every vote he’s made in the House.

Rep. Rehm has also been a driving force behind making life more affordable for Alabama families through his work to cut the grocery tax, cap property taxes, and support locally owned businesses.

9:41 PM   QUESTIONABLE – Alabama High School Athletic Association

9:41 PM QUESTIONABLE – Alabama High School Athletic Association

MONTGOMERY:      The Alabama High School Athletic Association suspended Carroll High School Coach Steve McLendon for two games and fined Carroll High School. The board did nothing to Andalusia High School.

RSN wanted to see exactly what the Alabama High School Atheltic Board was about. http://www.ahsaa.com

A visit to their web site found there were no updted minutes since January 29, 2025:  Today is September 16, 2026 at 9:23 PM.

According to the most recent minutes, January 29, 2025, the following were listed as on the board:   Heath Harmon, Executive Director, Brian McRae, Assistant Executive Director, Terry Curtis, Dr. Farrell Seymore, Ms. Trinnia McKenzie-Smith, Mr.. Jeff Torrence, Mr. Todd Little, Dr. Holly Sutherland, Mr. Matt Geohagan, Ms. Kim Kiel, Mr. Trent Trawick, Mr. Mike Welsh, Mr. Brian Jett, Dr. Quentin Lee.

STAFF LISTED: Mr. Heath Harmon, Br. Brian McRae, Mr. Ron Ingram, Mr. Caleb Ross, Mrs. Amy Gulledge, Mr. J.T. Lawrence, Mr. Rodney Mills.

NEW STAFF: Dr. Brian McRae, Mr. Ryan Barkley, Mr. Caleb Ross, Mrs. Tara Osborne – who was not present for the January 29, 2025 meeting.

A google review of the football coaches for the past 15 years of Andausia High School:

Andalusia High School (Andalusia, Alabama) has had three head football coaches over the last 15 years (dating back to 2011). [1]
Head Football Coaches (Last 15 Years)
  • Trent Taylor (2015–present): Led the Bulldogs to a Class 4A State Championship in 2022 and compiled an impressive multi-year record.
  • Brian Seymore (2008–2014): Coached the team through the early 2010s, capturing a region title in 2010.
  • Heath Harmon (2007): Led the team for the 2007 season to an 11-2 record prior to Seymore’s tenure.

Heath Harmon, former head coach at Andalusia High School, was hired in June 2024 by the Alabama High School Atheltic Association. In the ruling against Carroll High School, there was no documentation released and by viewing their web site no one can expect any up to date minutes to see how the decision was made.

The Alabama Atheltic Association was created in 1921. It is comprised of 425 Senior High Schools, 335 Junior High and Middle Schools, ruling over 150,000 sports activities with no documentation available on line since January 29, 2025. So no apparent accountability to the public after 6 months that former Andalusia High Scool Head Coach Heath Harmon took over as Executive Director of the Alabama Athletic Association.

 

8:45 PM Train Derailment – Ashford

ASHFORD:       This morning there was a train derailment at Ashford.

The reported location was  ina wooded area around Day Road and Bluff Springs. Reports are there were four cars, three reported to be empty and one loaded with gravel. There were no hazardous materials reported.

The Day Road crossing was blocked and unknown if still blocked at this time. There were no reported injuries.

 

Dr. Robert Wallace Moore

Dr. Robert Wallace Moore

Dr. Robert Wallace Moore

Dr. Robert Wallace Moore, age 84, of Dothan, Alabama passed away on September 11, 2026. He was born November 5,1941 in Charleroi, Pennsylvania, but moved to Pompano Beach at the age of 9 where he lived until graduating High School.

He was a man of great intellect, integrity and discipline. Those who knew him well understood that he was often in charge, usually right, brutally honest and always direct in his opinions. Everyone also knew how much he loved his wife, children and grandchildren. His goal in life was to always provide for them.

Dr. Moore was an intelligent student in both college and medical school. He completed his undergraduate studies at Case Western Reserve in Cleveland, Ohio, before continuing on to Wake Forest Medical School. He went on to serve his residency internship at St. Joseph in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and later completed his Orthopedic residency at Campbell Clinic in Memphis, Tennessee. His education and training prepared him for a long and respected career in medicine, and he approached his work with the same seriousness and commitment that marked every other part of his life.

In 1973, Dr. Moore came to Dothan and began his career as an orthopedic surgeon, serving the community faithfully until his retirement from Southern Bone and Joint in 2005. Over the course of his career, he earned the respect of colleagues, patients, and friends through his skill, confidence, and unwavering dedication to his profession. He was proud of the work he did and the difference he made in the lives of so many people over the years.

He and his wife of 61 years, Judith Moore shared many fond memories of their travels together. After retirement Robert and Judith moved to Destin, FL and then Highlands, NC and on to Atlanta, Ga. In 2024 they moved back to Dothan, the city that had been such a meaningful part of their life. Golf was his favorite pastime. He loved to play and watch for the sheer enjoyment and relaxation. Later in life, he found joy in the simple things of life. Good food, working in his yard, taking his beloved dog, Sophie for rides and time spent talking with friends and family.

He is survived by his wife, Judith Moore; his sons, Eric Moore (Marilee), Jason Moore (Tonya), son-in-law Skip Davis; cousins and his grandchildren, Tucker Davis, Ethan Moore, Eli Moore, and Crawford Moore. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Amy Moore Davis; his brother, Jim Moore; and his sister, Saundra Saylor. The family would also like to thank Dr. Juanita Heersink and staff, Dr. Thuy Le-Kumar and staff, CCU doctors and nurses at SEH, Gentiva Hospice and Wiregrass Home Care for the outstanding care they provided with the utmost compassion and professionalism.

Dr. Moore leaves behind a legacy of determination, hard work, and devotion to family. He lived life on his own terms with conviction and purpose and will be remembered for the many ways he shaped the lives of those around him. His presence will be deeply missed, and his memory will remain a lasting comfort to all who knew and loved him.

A reception in Dr. Moore’s honor will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 from 4:00pm-6:00pm at the Dothan Country Club.