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Hayneville police investigator speaks out about police chief

From the West Alabama Newsroom– A Hayneville police investigator is speaking out — after she finds herself caught in the middle of an ongoing dispute — between the chief of police — and a municipal judge. Investigator Deardra Pinkett is raising concerns about the conduct of Hayneville police chief Kelvin Mitchell. “I just want the public to know what’s going…

Dispute between elected officials moves forward in Lowndes Co.

From the West Alabama Newsroom– A Hayneville judge sets a trial date in a dispute in Lowndes County — between the sheriff — and the county commission. Judge Fred Bell dismissed the harassment charge against Sheriff Chris West — but he let the charge of obstructing-governmental-operations move forward. The charges stem from a heated exchange between West and members of…

Futures of Some Selma Tourism Events Uncertain

From the West Alabama Newsroom– A dispute over city fees has dealt a major blow to the spring tourism season in the city of Selma. The annual Battle of Selma Civil War re-enactment won’t be happening this year. James Hammonds says the four day event was cancelled because of $22,000 dollars in fees the city is requesting for city services….