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Dale Co. Courthouse
Dale Co. Courthouse
Fort Rucker
Fort Rucker
Focus on Ozark & Dale County (Post 2024 Election):
Fort Rucker suspends traveler program in response to ‘current events’, base says
Comment: Linked article includes video.
Ozark schools to announce finalists for superintendent
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/ozark-schools-announce-finalists-superintendent-212022613.html
Ozark ‘Coffee & Conversation’ with Mayor Ward
https://www.wdhn.com/news/ozark-coffee-conversation-with-mayor-ward/
Comment: "Ozark Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a “coffee and conversation” event where residents can get a cup of coffee and hear insights from Mayor Charles Ward."
Comment: "The event will take place Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Holman House (285 E. Broad Street)."
"Residents can RSVP by texting 334-774-9321."
Dale County Sheriff’s Office rodeo this March
https://www.wdhn.com/news/dale-county-sheriffs-office-rodeo-this-march/
Comment: "Tickets are now on pre-sale at a discount for a rodeo in Dale County."
"The Dale County Sheriff’s Office PCA Pro Rodeo will feature classic rodeo competitions including bull riding, barrel racing and team roping. The contestants will be competing in these challenges for prize money."
Comment: "The rodeo will take place on March 6 and 7 at 5:00 p.m. at the Dale County Ag Plex – Jerry Byrd Arena."
Comment: "Pre-sale tickets are $12. Kids aged five and under get in free."
"The show on Friday, March 6 is Military Night when military members and veterans can present their military ID and get a discounted ticket at $10."
Daleville Public Safety officials warn residents of new ‘Cash App’ scam
State officials to share updates at Ozark breakfast panel
https://www.wdhn.com/news/state-officials-to-share-insights-at-ozark-breakfast-panel/
Ozark Vet to hold haul-in clinic in Midland City
https://www.wdhn.com/news/ozark-vet-to-hold-haul-in-clinic-in-midland-city/
Comment: "Ozark Veterinary Clinic and Wiregrass Horse Rescue and Sanctuary will hold a haul-in clinic for horses, dogs and cats in Midland City this Spring."
"The clinic will be held on Saturday, March 28, from 8 a.m. to noon at 2140 Bethlehem Road."
Ozark Updates Burn Policy, Effective Immediately
Comment: "City officials have announced a new burn permit policy is now in effect within the city limits of Ozark."
"According to the Ozark Fire Department, residents who live inside the city limits are required to obtain a burn permit before conducting any open burning. Permits can be obtained in person at any of the city’s three fire stations daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m."
Comment: "More information about the updated burn permit policy is available at ozarkal.gov/fire-department. "
Mayor of Daleville to address city concerns in upcoming speech
https://www.wdhn.com/news/mayor-of-daleville-to-address-city-concerns-in-upcoming-speech/
Comment: "Mayor of Dalveville Jayme Stayton will hold a State of the City address where he will talk about recent concerns of the city and hear from citizens."
Comment: "The address will be at the Cultural and Convention Center (750 S. Daleville Ave., Daleville, AL) on February 12, 2026 at 6 p.m."
Gov. Ivey awards grant to build store in Daleville
https://www.wdhn.com/news/gov-ivey-awards-grant-to-build-store-in-daleville/
Ivey pledges to convenience store chain expanding to Daleville
https://www.wtvy.com/2025/12/29/ivey-pledges-convenience-store-chain-expanding-daleville/
Judge hears disturbing testimony in Daleville daycare abuse case
Video: Alabama Rep. Steve Clouse outlines 2026 legislative priorities - December 03, 2025
Comment: While realizing that the interview length was short, are you disappointed that Representative Clouse spoke of legislative challenges rather than suggested solutions? Since Rep. Clause is "one of Alabama’s longest-serving representatives" do you think that a Dale Co. lodging tax increase is a major accomplishment for last year? While Rep. Clause says that the extra money "is expected to increase industry, jobs, retail and quality of life in the Wiregrass region," it would be helpful if he could explain how this would occur, or how he is coordinating with local and county officials to see that the extra funds would be used wisely to achieve these promised benefits.
Houston, Dale counties join lawsuit over Alabama online tax system
https://www.wtvy.com/2025/11/25/houston-dale-counties-join-lawsuit-over-alabama-online-tax-system/
Army Aviation Soldiers Begin Training With Stalker UAS at Fort Rucker
Comment: "Army aviation soldiers began training with the VXE30 Stalker uncrewed aircraft system at Fort Rucker, Alabama, Nov. 18, in preparation for equipment fielding next month."
"This system incorporates observations from the modern battlefield, including reduced noise and visual signature, vertical takeoff capability and cost-saving munitions technology — underscoring the Army's push to integrate cutting-edge systems into training at Fort Rucker and Fort Huachuca, Arizona."
Ozark Fire Department’s Jason Maertens takes oath as fire chief
https://www.wdhn.com/news/local-news/ozark-fire-departments-ason-maertens-takes-oath-as-fire-chief/
Dale County Schools achieves highest county system score in state history
Pinckard designated as ‘Purple Heart’ city
https://www.wdhn.com/news/pinckard-designated-as-purple-heart-city/
Exclusive: US Army to buy 1 million drones, in major acquisition ramp-up
Comment: Will the Army's new emphasis on unmanned drones impact its need for helicopters and helicopter training at Fort Rucker. Will contracted helicopter instructor and maintenance personnel employment in Dale Co. (short term & long term) be impacted by this new emphasis? Does Fort Rucker offer any geographic (or other) advantages for training of Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System (TUAS) operators? Would any drones operating at Fort Rucker require maintenance that could be provided by existing local maintenance contractors?
[Video] Ozark City Councilman's goals for next 4 years - November 6, 2025
https://share.newsbreak.com/fsx3zm0k
Comment: Bryan Macario
Ozark swears in new mayor, city council members
https://www.wtvy.com/2025/11/03/ozark-swears-new-mayor-city-council-members/
For News Articles links from before November 1st, 2025, please go to one of the following, depending on the article date:
https://sites.google.com/view/dem3oldnews/home/old3-dale-county
https://sites.google.com/view/dem2oldnews/home/old2-dale-county
OR
https://sites.google.com/view/demoldnews/home/old-dale-county
There you will find a continuation of the news links & comments from the period prior to November 1, 2025. The article history can be viewed as follows:
www.dalecodemocrats.com (latest)
sites.google.com/view/dem3oldnews/home/ (May 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025)
sites.google.com/view/dem2oldnews/home/ (Nov 2024 election - April 30, 2025)
sites.google.com/view/demoldnews/home/ (Prior to 2024 election)
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