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A shooting in law enforcement in Gadsden is being investigated by State authorities. According to a news release, on Thursday, November 20, 2025 Special Agents assigned to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) launched an investigation into an officer-involved shooting involving officers with the Gadsden Police Department and deputies with the Etowah County Sheriff’s Office who are assigned to the Etowah County Joint Special Operations Group (ECJSOG). The incident occurred when ECJSOG was attempting to execute a search warrant in the 1000 Block of Eastview Avenue in Gadsden, located within Etowah County. During the course of the incident, Brandon Jackson, 47, of Gadsden, shot at ECJSOG members, ultimately striking one. ECJSOG members, returned fire and struck Jackson. A second group member was also injured during the course of the incident. One group member received medical attention at the scene, the other injured group member was transported to the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Hospital for medical treatment. Jackson was transported to Gadsden Regional for medical treatment. Both group members and Jackson were in stable condition at the time of the news release. Nothing further is available as the investigation is ongoing. Once complete, the findings will be turned over to the Etowah County District Attorney’s Office. Snead State College Earns Multiple Medallion Awards Officer Involved Shooting Occurs in Gadsden Snead State Community College received top honors from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) District 2 Medallion Awards, earning recognition for excellence in marketing, communications, and public relations. The winners were announced during the 2025 District 2 Conference, held Oct. 27-29 in Virginia Beach, Virginia. NCMPR’s District 2 includes community and technical colleges across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, as well as Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, and The Bahamas. Snead State received two Gold Medallion awards, the highest award given, in the following categories: • Academic Catalog and Class Schedule – Fall 2025 • Microsite – Snead State Athletics Website The College also earned four Bronze Medallion awards, placing third in several competitive categories: • E-Publication – College Catalog/Student Handbook • E-Card – Animated Board of Trustees Picnic Invitation • Website – Snead State College Website • Radio Advertising – Summer Registration Radio Spot “Our marketing and communications team is small, but we pour so much heart and effort into every project— big and small,” Snead State Director of Marketing/Public Relations, Alumni Shelley Smith said. “Being recognized alongside so many talented professionals across District 2 is an incredible honor. The recognition celebrates not just the finished products, but the commitment to telling Snead State’s story.” The NCMPR Medallion Awards are the only regional competition of its kind that honors outstanding achievement exclusively among community and technical colleges. Snead State competed against institutions from across the Southeast and surrounding regions.
BOAZ CHRISTMAS PARADE - The annual Boaz Christmas Parade will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. For more information call 256-593-8154. FORT PAYNE PARADE - The annual Fort Payne Christmas Parade will be held on December 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The Town's Christmas in the Park will be held before the parade at 4:30. For more information call 256-845-2741. CENTRE PARADE - The Centre Christmas Parade will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. GADSDEN CHRISTMAS PARADE - The annual downtown Gadsden Christmas Parade will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. For more information call 256-549-4709. SOUTHSIDE PARADE - The Southside Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. For more information call 256-549-0351. ATTALLA PARADE - The Attalla Christmas Parade will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2025. There will be a Christmas tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. and the parade will follow. For more information call 256-538-9986. RAINSVILLE PARADE - The annual Rainsville Christmas Parade will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. For more information call 256-638-7800. IDER CHRISTMAS PARADE - The annual Town of Ider Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. For more info call 256-657-5717. ARAB CHRISTMAS PARADE - The Arab Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Christmas Parade and Christmas Wonderland on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. For more info call 256-586-3138. GUNTERSVILLE PARADE - The annual Guntersville Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. This year's theme is a "Jingle Bells Christmas". For more info call 256-582-3612. GERALDINE PARADE - The Town of Geraldine annual Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. Christmas in the Park will follow the parade. For more info call 256-659-2122. CHRISTMAS AT THE CABIN - The Town of Hengear will hold Christmas at the Cabin and its annual lighted Christmas parade on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. at the Henagar Town Park. The event will also include entertainment, pictures with Santa, train rides, and delicious food from Crossover Cowboy Church. For more information call 256-657-6282.
CROSSVILLE PARADE - The Town of Crossville will hold it's annual Christmas Parade and Christmas in the Park on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. For more information call 256-528-7121. VALLEY HEAD PARADE - The Town of Valley Head will hold its annual Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. For more info call 256-635-6814. FYFFE CHRISTMAS PARADE - The Town of Fyffe will hold its annual Christmas Parade on Saturday December 13, 2025 at noon. For more information call 256-623-2222. COLLINSVILLE PARADE - The Town of Collinsville will hold its Christmas Parade on Saturday December 13, 2025 at 5 p.m. For more information call 256-524-2135. SEVIERVILLE, TENNESSEE PARADE - The 63rd annual Sevierville, Tennessee Christmas Parade will be held on December 6, 2025 at 11 a.m. CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES - The Historic Decatur Association (HDA) has announced its annual Christmas Tour of Homes, which is set for Saturday, December 13, 2024. This beloved tradition offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore beautifully decorated historic homes, notable historic sites, and local churches across Decatur’s Albany and Old Decatur districts. Presented yearly on the second Saturday in December, the tour highlights the charm and character of Decatur’s historic districts. Guests can stroll through exquisitely appointed homes, enjoy festive music, holiday refreshments, and marvel at residents’ spirited competition for the best- decorated home. This event is not only a celebration of local history and holiday cheer but also serves as a fundraiser for the HDA. Tickets are $35 per person and can be purchased at decaturchristmastour.com, or in person on the day of the event at the tour headquarters which is the First United Methodist Church, 805 Canal Street NE, Decatur, AL 35601. For more info, contact Brenda Henson at 251-233-7003 or n2vintage@icloud.com. ADCNR DIRECTOR - Chris Lewis has returned to Sweet Home Alabama to become the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Director, who will supervise the division’s 315 employees. Lewis is very familiar with the Alabama hunting, fishing and conservation landscape, having joined the WFF in 1998 as a Conservation Enforcement Officer then moving up the ranks to Sergeant, Lieutenant, District Captain and then Assistant Chief of Enforcement before being lured away by the State of Connecticut, where he served as the Director of the Environmental Conservation Police Division. During his tenure in Connecticut, his Division became an accredited law enforcement agency through Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Accreditation Program, and he worked with senior leadership to add more positions to his staff.
Fort Payne Police Report The following crime report was provided by the Fort Payne Police Department. All persons are presumed innocent until his or her guilt is established beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. November 14, 2025 No Incidents One Arrest • Jas Esativa Threet, age 23 of Dawson, was arrested on a Warrant for Failure to Appear No Accidents November 15, 2025 Incidents • Duty to Stop and Remain- a mirror on a 2023 Peterbilt transfer truck was damaged, valued at $200.00 One Arrest • Michael Shawn Mitchell, age 44 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Criminal Trespass Three Accidents November 16, 2025 No Incidents and Two Arrests • Randall Drand Terrell, age 40 of Valley Head, was arrested for DUI • Barry Phillip Satterfield, age 62 of Fort Payne, was arrested on a Warrant for Failure to Appear No Accidents November 17, 2025 November 19, 2025 Incidents • Theft of Property – Occurred at 4915 Martin Ave NE Apt F-3, a 1998 Chevrolet C1500 was taken, valued at $3000.00 Six Arrests • A 14 year old juvenile male of Fort Payne was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia • Maurice Romen Robinson, age 37 of Fort Payne, was arrested on a Warrant for Outside Agency • A 14 year old juvenile male of Fort Payne was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia • Pedro Segura, age 22 of Valley Head, was arrested on a Warrant for Failure to Appear • Shawn Douglas Rehm, age 32 of Fort Payne, was arrested on a Warrant for Fugitive from Justice • Jeremy Daniel Wofford, age 49 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Domestic Violence and DUI Three Accidents with One Injury
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• An accident occurred at Airport Road W and Locklear Street NW, Jiyson Daki Snider, age 18 of Fort Payne, driving a 2021 Jeep Renegade, struck Teresa Annadean Culberson, age 60 of Fort Payne, driving a 2021 Nissan Kicks. Culberson was transported to Dekalb Regional by Dekalb Ambulance Service. November 20, 2025 Incidents • Damaged Property – Occurred at 2601 Jordan Road SW, a trunk lid was damaged, valued at $1000.00 • Damaged Property – Occurred at 305 Ruby Tuesday Lane SW, a tire on a 2018 Tesla 3 was damaged, valued at $1800.00 One Arrest • Eric Ray Benefield, age 45 of Scottsboro, was arrested for Public Intoxication No Accidents
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No Incidents and Now Arrests Two Accidents with No Injuries
November 18, 2025
Incidents • Damaged Property – Occurred at 3314 Grand Ave SW, three utility poles were damaged, valued at $1000.00 • Criminal Mischief – Occurred at 316 Kelly Road E, wall paneling was damaged, valued at $300.00 One Arrests • Christian James Gladney, age 27 of Fort Payne, was arrested on Two Warrants for Failure to Appear No Accidents
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