An article in this week’s edition of The Record includes some of the events in which we have been notified that will be held to observe Veterans Day. A little history on the origin of the observance of Veterans Day tells us that World War I, also known as “The Great War,” officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France.
After a high speed chase in Eufaula last week, a suspect surrendered when he was warned that K-9 Jack was deployed and would bite. Trey Devonte Douglas, a resident of 65 Hill Ricks Road in Eufaula, jumped on his vehicle after the chase led deputies through several streets in Eufaula and subsequently causing Douglas’ vehicle to spin out of control and into a yard.
This year’s recipient of the Alabama Florida Council’s Boy Scout Golden Eagle Award is Ken Novak, former vice president of Alabama Power Company’s Southeast Division based in Eufaula. The presentation was made during a fundraising dinner for the council held last week at the home of Mr.
We’ve gone from summer clothes to our warmer sweaters this week with cooler temperatures coming our way. It’s that time of year for cooler weather but the mild temperatures have been so pleasant. Also, this time of year the Confederate roses are in full bloom and seem to be prettier this year. The blooms only last one day but the trees seem to always be plentifully with their pink and white blooms.
75 YEARS AGO OCTOBER 29, 1948 The Clayton Tigers suffered their second defeat of the season Friday night when they were humbled by a strong Abbeville eleven on the local field by a 55-7 score. The Tigers only score was made by Joe Warr with James Daniel making the extra point.
BEASLEY Jamal Cordarius Turner, who was convicted of a 2020 murder in Eufaula, was sentenced to life with the possibility of parole Monday morning when he appeared for a sentencing hearing before Circuit Judge Burt Smithart. Turner was also assessed a $1,000 fine plus court costs, victim’s compensation, and attorney’s fees.
BEASLEY Michelle Andrews is returning to the Barbour County School System as its Chief School Financial Officer effective next month. She served as CSFO of the county school system for 16 years prior to accepting the same position with the Henry County School System in 2018.
BEASLEY The deadline to qualify for political office for candidates to seek election in the March 5, 2024 election is approaching. Any candidate who wishes to be on the ballot must qualify with their respective political party no later than 5 p.m.
Gov. Kay Ivey appointed Wendy Gonstad of Eufaula to serve on the Barbour County Board of Registrars this week. The governor’s new appointee fills the vacancy left by Melissa Yadlosky who was reappointed last month but resigned soon after her appointment.
