HOUSTON COUNTY: This is a post from a Houston County citizen concerning the weather Sunday and the lack of response.
It appears there were trees across the roadway and a Houston County Commissioner reported to them the county would not respond after dark. The FACEBOOKK writer reported neighbors removed the trees from the roadway and cleared it. There is no mention if county crews were dispatched and barricades placed for the tree to alert motorists.
But the nieghbors cleared the roadway and Bobby Shelley with Wiregrass Electric responded, after hours, and connected power. WIREGRASS ELECTRIC is great in taking care of their customers.
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SUNSET TIME was at 5:11 PM. At 5:49 PM on Sunday Houston County 911 dispatched Southern Junction Volunteer Fire Department to 1232 Junction Road to “a pine tree in roadway across both lanes”. The members of Southern Junction Volunteer Fire Department responded, some 45 minutes AFTER SUNSET to the tree in the roadway yet Houston County Commissioners informed residents that Houston County would not responded atfersunset.
Southern Junction Volunteer Fire Department removed the tree from the road.
But all we hear from the Houston County Commission is “accountability” for the fire – rescue who donate their time and energies to assist the people in the community. But those paid, Commissioner $ 33,000.000 a year plus cost of living raises, $ 250.00 a month auto allowance, vested in Alabama State Retirement in 10 years of service, and county crews are not responding after hours. VOLUNTEERS, no compensation only critisism and you need to be more accountable.
BY THE WAY, only 3 of the 5 Houston County Commissioners attended the Houston County Commission Meeting on Monday. And the agenda had one item, selling some vehicles at the auction.
DOTHAN: 12:25 PM RSN reported on a grave of a United States Veteran located in the cemetery on Montgomery Highway and Montana Street. The cemetery is under the management of the City of Dothan.
Someone has since done a TIC TOK on the cemetary.
We were informed the City of Dothan contracts for the grass cutting with WRC.
We checked Friday and nothing had been done. RSN checked this morning and a metal plate has been placed over the hold in the vault. Unknown if concreted over and unknown who if repaired but it is a start the metal plate has been fixed.
While the grass cutting is under contract with WRC it is still the responsibility of the City of Dothan General Services to make sure that WRC is fulfilling the contract and the cemetery is kept up. The City of Dothan was upset of RSN coverage but sorry, this was not accepatable.
But wanted to update the City of Dothan or someone is working on the grave. They did not Friday but someone has today.
SEACT Boosts Theatre Education with Support from State Arts Council
Funding Directed to Student Activities in 2026
Jan. 23, 2026: Southeast Alabama Community Theatre (SEACT) has received a $11,300 grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to fund its student theatre education series in 2026.
SEACT hosts and presents a series of theatre activities that serve multiple ages and any level of experience as students join a high-energy program that introduces fun fundamentals and techniques to improve vocals, choreography, acting, theatre skills, and general stage presence. Participation opportunities range from on stage roles to learning backstage technical production. Classes are only limited by enrollment as financial needs are bridged by tuition waivers and scholarship funds supported by the community.
• After-school classes & workshops: Accessible, entry-level and advanced learning opportunities led by teaching artists. Students develop acting, movement, voice, and technical theatre skills in supportive, judgment-free spaces.
• Summer theatre camps (ages 7–14): Weeklong sessions provide hands-on experiences in theatre-making, encouraging collaboration, creativity, and self-confidence.
• Summer Intensive – A rigorous three-week experience that immerses students in musical theatre, culminating in public performances for the community.
“Together, these activities engage more than 200 students annually while drawing hundreds of family and community members as audiences. By investing in young people, SEACT strengthens the cultural fabric of the Wiregrass, bridges rural arts access gaps, and nurtures the next generation of artists, patrons, and community leaders. The Alabama State Council on the Arts is critical to ensuring that SEACT activities are free or low-cost, and that the community can attend and enjoy the presentations,” said Executive Director Jennifer Love Doherty.
Through its student programming, SEACT is an active participant in developing young minds to embrace new century work skills such as creative thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving. Every program at SEACT is motivated with a desire to create and reward lifelong learners. These two ideas work together to support workforce development goals by both creating and attracting well-rounded employees who drive innovation. Communication skills like those learned through participating in theatre activities form a foundation for building relationships, and arts education is proven to enhance academic performance. Information about 2026 classes and camps is available at SEACT.com.
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Southeast Alabama Community Theatre
Southeast Alabama Community Theatre (SEACT) has a mission to enrich the cultural lives of Wiregrass residents through the presentation of high-quality theatre, to provide creative opportunities to talented individuals to perform on stage and behind the scenes, and to introduce the theatrical experience to school-aged children. SEACT is a 501(c) organization and depends on the support of its community to bring theatre to life in the Wiregrass. The organization serves Houston, Henry, Dale, Coffee, and Geneva Counties, and is funded through season tickets, sponsorships, advertising, and donations. Learn more at seact.com.
Alabama State Council on the Arts
The Council on the Arts is the official state agency for the support and development of the arts in Alabama. The Council works to expand and preserve the state’s cultural resources by supporting nonprofit arts organizations, schools, colleges, units of local government, and individual artists. Arts programs, assisted by Council grants, have a track record of enhancing community development, education, cultural tourism, and overall quality of life in all regions of the state. Alabama State Council on the Arts grants are made possible by an annual appropriation from the Alabama Legislature and additional funds from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. Learn more at arts.alabama.gov.
5:00 pm Tornado Causes Damage South of Hartford and Near Geneva, Alabama
A tornado touched down in parts of southeast Alabama early this morning, causing damage in areas just south of Hartford and around Geneva. The storm moved through during severe weather, leaving behind downed trees, power lines, and damage to several structures.
Emergency crews responded quickly and are continuing to assess the affected areas. Some roads were temporarily blocked due to debris, and power outages were reported in spots as utility crews work to restore service.
At this time, no injuries have been reported. Officials are urging residents to remain cautious, avoid downed power lines, and report damage to local authorities.
More information will be released as damage assessments continue throughout the day.
ABBEVILLE: This evening, somewhere around 10:00 PM, a Abbeville Police Officer began yelling on the radio for help.
The Abbeville Police Officer made a traffic stop on Highway 431 near Highway 27 intersection near McDonald’s. Fortunately the Abbeville Officer had exited his law enforcement vehicle and he himself was off the roadway.
A motorist struck the Abbeville Police vehicle that was stopped with his blue lights on. The motorist went down the left side of the vehicle. The motorist that had been stopped by the officer and the officer were struck by the Abbeville Police Vehicle, as I understand and able to also jump and were not directly struck by the vehicle that struck the police vehicle.
The vehicle that struck the Abbeville Police car went down the road a few feet and either went spinning or overturned, not sure which and came to a stop. However the persons dog ran.
Additional Henry County Sheriff Units and Abbeville Police Units along with ALEA – Troopers. Henry County Sheriff Eric Blankenship and Abbeville Police Chief Marlos Walker responded.
The Abbeville Police Officer, motorist that had been stopped and motorist which struck the vehicle were not reported injured. Abbeville Fire – Rescue responded.
In Alabama, when you see and emergency vehicle, you are to SLOW DOWN and move to the opposite lane of traffic at a slow speed. Called Alabama Move Over Law.
Southeast Health announced the addition of two new medical professionals to its Cardiovascular Institute, expanding heart care services for patients across the Wiregrass.
Denea Stephens, MSN, FNP-C, has joined the institute as a nurse practitioner. Stephens previously worked at a Dothan-area medical clinic and brings experience from Southeast Health Medical Center, where she served as a cardiovascular intensive care nurse.
Stephens earned her Associate of Science in Nursing from Chipola College, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama. She later completed both her Master of Science in Nursing and Doctorate in Nursing at Troy University.
Southeast Health also announced that Barry G. Crowe, MD, FACS, has joined the Cardiovascular Institute, located at 102 Doctors Drive in Dothan. Dr. Crowe is board certified in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery and brings more than 20 years of experience to the institute.
Dr. Crowe previously practiced with the Heart and Lung Surgeons of East Alabama in Opelika. His clinical experience includes coronary artery bypass grafting, aortic and mitral valve replacement and repair, high-risk cardiac procedures, general thoracic surgery, and oncologic thoracic surgery.
Dr. Crowe earned his bachelor’s degree with honors from Birmingham-Southern College and received his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He completed his general surgery residency at Carraway Methodist Medical Center in Birmingham and his cardiovascular surgery training at Saint Louis University.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Crowe enjoys athletics, marksmanship, and culinary exploration.
Southeast Health officials say the additions further strengthen the Cardiovascular Institute’s ability to provide comprehensive and advanced heart care to patients throughout the Wiregrass region.
