Articles by Jeremy Miller
Westbound Inside Lane of West Main Street Closed
I wanted to pass along the following information so that our community is aware of a traffic issue. Approximately 3/4 of a mile of the westbound inside lane of West Main street has been closed and will remain closed until further notice. While working on the roadway, a construction team located an area that appeared to have possible road base settlement and will have to close the lane until complete inspections of the section in question are conducted and issues...
I wanted to pass along the following information so that our community is aware of a traffic issue. Approximately 3/4 of a mile of the westbound inside lane of West Main street has been closed and will remain closed until further notice. While working on the roadway, a construction team located an area that appeared to have possible road base settlement and will have to close the lane until complete inspections of the section in question are conducted and issues...
Alabama Democratic Conference Meeting
Alabama Democratic Conference Meeting Houston Memorial Library Community Room Monday August 23 2010 6: 30 P.M. Come one, come all Contact for Info Dr. Earl Jones 334-596-1412...
Alabama Democratic Conference Meeting Houston Memorial Library Community Room Monday August 23 2010 6: 30 P.M. Come one, come all Contact for Info Dr. Earl Jones 334-596-1412...
Single Vehicle Accident on South Park
DOTHAN: Airbags were deployed during a single vehicle car accident on 4000 block of South Park. Dothan Police Department, Dothan Fire Department and Pilcher's Ambulance were on scene. There were no injuries reported. The driver appeared to be disoriented, however it was not clear if it was due to the accident or if he was under the influence while driving. A field sobriety test was being administered while we were on the scene. -Jeremy Miller - Dothan Eye News ...
DOTHAN: Airbags were deployed during a single vehicle car accident on 4000 block of South Park. Dothan Police Department, Dothan Fire Department and Pilcher's Ambulance were on scene. There were no injuries reported. The driver appeared to be disoriented, however it was not clear if it was due to the accident or if he was under the influence while driving. A field sobriety test was being administered while we were on the scene. -Jeremy Miller - Dothan Eye News ...
Why Play Matters for Children Now More than Ever
Why Play Matters for Children Now More than Ever By Dothan Mayor, Mike Schmitz On August 18th, Dothan celebrated being named Playful City USA for the 4th straight year by KaBOOM!, the national play advocate organization. The Greek philosopher Plato once said “You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.” Without question, this is especially true for our children. Yet, according to a KaBOOM! Playground Poll conducted by Harris Interactive,...
Why Play Matters for Children Now More than Ever By Dothan Mayor, Mike Schmitz On August 18th, Dothan celebrated being named Playful City USA for the 4th straight year by KaBOOM!, the national play advocate organization. The Greek philosopher Plato once said “You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.” Without question, this is especially true for our children. Yet, according to a KaBOOM! Playground Poll conducted by Harris Interactive,...
Dothan Police Press Release – Commercial Burglary
Dothan Police Department Gregory J. Benton Chief of Police 210 North Saint Andrews Street Dothan, Alabama 36303 (334) 615-3000 E-mail dpd@dothan.org Press Release August 18, 2010 The Dothan Police Department Investigative Division and Crime Scene Division responded to the scene of a commercial burglary in which cash and jewelry were taken earlier today. Investigators say Super Pawn Center, located at 2322 Ross Clark Circle, was burglarized between the close of business on August 17, 2010 and the open of business...
Dothan Police Department Gregory J. Benton Chief of Police 210 North Saint Andrews Street Dothan, Alabama 36303 (334) 615-3000 E-mail dpd@dothan.org Press Release August 18, 2010 The Dothan Police Department Investigative Division and Crime Scene Division responded to the scene of a commercial burglary in which cash and jewelry were taken earlier today. Investigators say Super Pawn Center, located at 2322 Ross Clark Circle, was burglarized between the close of business on August 17, 2010 and the open of business...
Murder Suspect Identified – Tallahassee Police Department Press Release
MURDER SUSPECT IDENTIFIED Last Thursday, the Tallahassee Police Department responded to a reported shooting located at 3006 Garfield Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered that 36-year-old Mario Cloud had been shot and later succumbed to his injury. Investigators from the Tallahassee Police Department's Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene and began reviewing physical evidence along with witness statements. Investigator Vincent Boccio obtained a murder warrant for the arrest of 36-year-old Lamont Harrison based on witness statements obtained during the investigation....
MURDER SUSPECT IDENTIFIED Last Thursday, the Tallahassee Police Department responded to a reported shooting located at 3006 Garfield Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered that 36-year-old Mario Cloud had been shot and later succumbed to his injury. Investigators from the Tallahassee Police Department's Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene and began reviewing physical evidence along with witness statements. Investigator Vincent Boccio obtained a murder warrant for the arrest of 36-year-old Lamont Harrison based on witness statements obtained during the investigation....
Two Vehicle Accident in Front of Zaxby’s on West Main
DOTHAN: Dothan Police Department are on the scene of a two vehicle accident in the median turn lane near Zaxby's on West Main Street. Both vehicles received moderate damage, but it appears there were no injuries reported, though this is unconfirmed at this time. Traffic has been reduced to one lane until the wreckage can be cleared. -Jeremy Miller - Dothan Eye News - ...
DOTHAN: Dothan Police Department are on the scene of a two vehicle accident in the median turn lane near Zaxby's on West Main Street. Both vehicles received moderate damage, but it appears there were no injuries reported, though this is unconfirmed at this time. Traffic has been reduced to one lane until the wreckage can be cleared. -Jeremy Miller - Dothan Eye News - ...
Accident at W. Main and Ross Clark Circle
DOTHAN: Two car accident- Pilcher's Ambulance, Dothan Fire Department, and Dothan Police Department all responded quickly to the scene. Pilcher's took the driver of the S.U.V. to the hospital for precautionary purposes only. Minor injuries were reported.- -Jeremy Miller - Dothan Eye News ...
DOTHAN: Two car accident- Pilcher's Ambulance, Dothan Fire Department, and Dothan Police Department all responded quickly to the scene. Pilcher's took the driver of the S.U.V. to the hospital for precautionary purposes only. Minor injuries were reported.- -Jeremy Miller - Dothan Eye News ...
1 Day Left in Game Contest – Who Will Win?
First of all, I would like to thank all tho have joined in our first ever game contest this week. Feriba and Leah have been fighting back and forth all week, but it still anyone's game and the $50.00 Olive Garden Gift Card could go to anyone. Tomorrow at 12 noon, I will end the contest, and the person with the highest score at that exact moment will be our winner. so, thank you again for playing and good luck...
First of all, I would like to thank all tho have joined in our first ever game contest this week. Feriba and Leah have been fighting back and forth all week, but it still anyone's game and the $50.00 Olive Garden Gift Card could go to anyone. Tomorrow at 12 noon, I will end the contest, and the person with the highest score at that exact moment will be our winner. so, thank you again for playing and good luck...
Play Word Search and Win a $50 Gift Card
Dothan Eye News is holding it's first ever online game contest. Starting right now, the person with the highest score on our word search game at 12:00 pm on Friday August 6th will win a $50 gift card to Olive Garden! The prize may be picked up at our office between 12:00 pm and 5:00pm on Friday August 6th. When recording a high score make sure you use your first and last name, then provide a valid email address for...
Dothan Eye News is holding it's first ever online game contest. Starting right now, the person with the highest score on our word search game at 12:00 pm on Friday August 6th will win a $50 gift card to Olive Garden! The prize may be picked up at our office between 12:00 pm and 5:00pm on Friday August 6th. When recording a high score make sure you use your first and last name, then provide a valid email address for...
Truck vs. Tree on West Main
DOTHAN: This morning at roughly 8:00 am Dothan Police, Fire and Pilcher's ambulance were dispatched to a single motor-vehicle accident on West Main street east of Cherokee. The cause of the accident is unclear at this time, and Dothan Police Traffic Division is investigating. Two patients were transported from the Scene by Pilcher's ambulance with what are described as minor injuries. - - Jeremy Miller - Dothan Eye News...
DOTHAN: This morning at roughly 8:00 am Dothan Police, Fire and Pilcher's ambulance were dispatched to a single motor-vehicle accident on West Main street east of Cherokee. The cause of the accident is unclear at this time, and Dothan Police Traffic Division is investigating. Two patients were transported from the Scene by Pilcher's ambulance with what are described as minor injuries. - - Jeremy Miller - Dothan Eye News...
The ARK Will Remain Open
The City has approved the plans made by the leadership at The Ark to bring the facility into full compliance. Larry Williams, Dothan Fire Chief and other city officials approved the plans which call for a 4-hour firewall between the front building and the remainder of the facility, an upgrade to the sprinkler system and the addition of a fire alarm system integrated with the sprinkler system. Brother Robert Grice, Dr. Bill Brown, Mr. Bill Jenkins and other leaders at...
The City has approved the plans made by the leadership at The Ark to bring the facility into full compliance. Larry Williams, Dothan Fire Chief and other city officials approved the plans which call for a 4-hour firewall between the front building and the remainder of the facility, an upgrade to the sprinkler system and the addition of a fire alarm system integrated with the sprinkler system. Brother Robert Grice, Dr. Bill Brown, Mr. Bill Jenkins and other leaders at...
Dothan Eye News ordered to leave “Private Property”
While reporting on a structure fire at Sweetwater apartments last night a deputy of the Houston County Sheriff's Department approached me. This deputy was in plain clothes, and off-duty during the time of the incident. The deputy told me that I was on "Private Property" and should leave. I then informed the deputy that I live on those premises and pay for the right to be on that property. I was then told that the fact that I live there...
While reporting on a structure fire at Sweetwater apartments last night a deputy of the Houston County Sheriff's Department approached me. This deputy was in plain clothes, and off-duty during the time of the incident. The deputy told me that I was on "Private Property" and should leave. I then informed the deputy that I live on those premises and pay for the right to be on that property. I was then told that the fact that I live there...
UPDATED at 1:42 am: BREAKING: Structure fire on Sweetwater Drive
There is a confirmed structure fire at the Sweetwater apartments on Sweetwater drive. Multiple fire, police and Pilcher's ambulance vehicles are on the scene. Smoke is visible from an upstairs apartment, but the extent of the fire is unknown. It is believed that there is no one left inside. At this time, Dothan Police and fire are evacuating the remainder of the building. We will update with more information as the scene unfolds. UPDATE: I would like to update this...
There is a confirmed structure fire at the Sweetwater apartments on Sweetwater drive. Multiple fire, police and Pilcher's ambulance vehicles are on the scene. Smoke is visible from an upstairs apartment, but the extent of the fire is unknown. It is believed that there is no one left inside. At this time, Dothan Police and fire are evacuating the remainder of the building. We will update with more information as the scene unfolds. UPDATE: I would like to update this...
“O” Zone All Star Team wins State Tournament
The Dothan American League “O” Zone All Star Team won the Alabama State Tournament this past week. The team will be traveling to Lexington, SC next week to play in the Dixie Youth “O” Zone World Series representing the State of Alabama. The team is trying to raise money to offset the cost associated with traveling and playing in the World Series. The Red Elephant Pizza and Grill is assisting our fund raising efforts by offering a Share Event in...
The Dothan American League “O” Zone All Star Team won the Alabama State Tournament this past week. The team will be traveling to Lexington, SC next week to play in the Dixie Youth “O” Zone World Series representing the State of Alabama. The team is trying to raise money to offset the cost associated with traveling and playing in the World Series. The Red Elephant Pizza and Grill is assisting our fund raising efforts by offering a Share Event in...
Armed Robbery at Approved cash advance
Unconfirmed sources report that an armed robbery has occurred at Approved cash advance near the intersection of Fortner St. and Ross Clark Circle. Dothan PD and Houston County Deputies are on the scene with K-9 units to search for the suspect. Initial description of the suspect is that he is possibly Hispanic, wearing a white shirt and blue jeans. We will update as this story breaks....
Unconfirmed sources report that an armed robbery has occurred at Approved cash advance near the intersection of Fortner St. and Ross Clark Circle. Dothan PD and Houston County Deputies are on the scene with K-9 units to search for the suspect. Initial description of the suspect is that he is possibly Hispanic, wearing a white shirt and blue jeans. We will update as this story breaks....
UPDATED at 11:00 am – Bomb threat at the Houston County Courthouse
Unconfirmed sources have reported that a bomb threat has been called into The Houston County Courthouse this morning at around 9:05 am. Dothan Police initially evacuated the building and told everyone it’d be about 30 minutes. We will update as we receive more information. UPDATE: We have just been informed that the courthouse is clear. The courthouse and surrounding area will now be re-opened. Information, video and photos courtesy of Morgan McDougle...
Unconfirmed sources have reported that a bomb threat has been called into The Houston County Courthouse this morning at around 9:05 am. Dothan Police initially evacuated the building and told everyone it’d be about 30 minutes. We will update as we receive more information. UPDATE: We have just been informed that the courthouse is clear. The courthouse and surrounding area will now be re-opened. Information, video and photos courtesy of Morgan McDougle...
Nell Love of Lovetown
Nell Love, a resident of Lovetown, died Monday July 19, 2010 at Signature Healthcare in Graceville, Florida. She was 75. Celebration of Life services for Mrs. Love will be held at 3 PM Wednesday July 21, 2010 at Love Hill Assembly of God Church with Reverend Marrell Turvin officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Southern Heritage directing. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 PM until 8 PM at the funeral home. The family will be...
Nell Love, a resident of Lovetown, died Monday July 19, 2010 at Signature Healthcare in Graceville, Florida. She was 75. Celebration of Life services for Mrs. Love will be held at 3 PM Wednesday July 21, 2010 at Love Hill Assembly of God Church with Reverend Marrell Turvin officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Southern Heritage directing. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 PM until 8 PM at the funeral home. The family will be...
JoAnn C. Kennedy Shaw
JoAnn C. Kennedy Shaw, wife of Willie C. Shaw, died Monday, July 12, 2010 at Westside Terrace. She was 72. Funeral services will be 10:00a.m. Friday, July16, 2010 in Clearman Chapel at Southern Heritage Funeral Home with Reverend Joe Patterson officiating. Burial will follow in Dothan City Cemetery with Southern Heritage Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends from 5:00p.m.until 7:00p.m. Thursday, July 15, 2010 at the funeral home. At other times, the family will be at the family...
JoAnn C. Kennedy Shaw, wife of Willie C. Shaw, died Monday, July 12, 2010 at Westside Terrace. She was 72. Funeral services will be 10:00a.m. Friday, July16, 2010 in Clearman Chapel at Southern Heritage Funeral Home with Reverend Joe Patterson officiating. Burial will follow in Dothan City Cemetery with Southern Heritage Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends from 5:00p.m.until 7:00p.m. Thursday, July 15, 2010 at the funeral home. At other times, the family will be at the family...
Clarence Robert “Hammerhead” Blalock of Eufaula
Clarence Robert “Hammerhead” Blalock, a resident of Eufaula, died Monday July 12, 2010 at Westside Terrace. He was 67. Memorial services for Mr. Blalock will be held at 2 PM Friday July 16, 2010 at Hickory Grove Freewill Baptist Church in Abbeville with Rev. Thomas “PeeWee” Gamble officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Mr. Blalock was born in Abbeville, AL to Charlie and Iona Blankenship Blalock on August 23, 1942. He retired from Chattahoochee...
Clarence Robert “Hammerhead” Blalock, a resident of Eufaula, died Monday July 12, 2010 at Westside Terrace. He was 67. Memorial services for Mr. Blalock will be held at 2 PM Friday July 16, 2010 at Hickory Grove Freewill Baptist Church in Abbeville with Rev. Thomas “PeeWee” Gamble officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Mr. Blalock was born in Abbeville, AL to Charlie and Iona Blankenship Blalock on August 23, 1942. He retired from Chattahoochee... 
