Man charged with killing eight dogs by neglect
Daniel Lee Dailey, 35, of Lakeland, Fla., was arrested April 16, 2023, and charged with aggravated cruelty to animals (eight felony counts) and cruelty to animals (six misdemeanor counts), according to the Adel Police Department and Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Adel Police Department Criminal Investigations took warrants in the case, signed July 19, 2022, by…
Read MoreMr. Jack Franks, 72
Mr. Jack Franks, 72 of Dothan, originally of Adel passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Ala. Mr. Franks was born June 26, 1950 to the late Earnest L. Franks & Dollie Blount Franks. He was previous owner of C&J Tire Store and enjoyed watching every sport you can think of.…
Read MoreMrs. Hazel Croy Grimsley, 89
Mrs. Hazel Croy Grimsley, age 89, of Adel, Georgia, passed away April 19, 2023 at Berrien Nursing Center in Nashville, Georgia. She was born in Colquitt County on January 14, 1934 and was the daughter of the late William Ebb Croy and the late Tempie Matthews Croy. Mrs. Grimsley worked most of her life as…
Read MoreCHS Hornets celebrate ribbon cutting for their ‘Field of Dreams’
The Cook High School Hornets baseball program enjoyed a great turnout from the community at the Tuesday, April 18, 2023, ribbon cutting for the new CHS Baseball Complex. Hornet Baseball thanked everyone who attended and special guest speakers at the ceremony. CHS Principal Dr. Joi Williams welcomed everyone and introduced special guests. Cook County Board…
Read MoreGrand Jury indicts Cecil man for arson
On Wednesday, April 12, 2023, the Cook County Grand Jury returned a “true bill” or indictment against Ivan Bernard Sumlin, 64, of Cecil for arson, first degree, possession of cocaine, terroristic threats and acts, harassing communications, and possession of drug-related objects. Sumlin was arrested as the result of an investigation into a July 10, 2022,…
Read MoreMan accused of biting jail detention officer
Dana Tyron Belle, 54, of Quitman was arrested on the afternoon of April 4, 2023, by the Georgia State Patrol for fleeing in a vehicle on I-75. Early the next morning, he allegedly fought with deputies and detention officers and caused injuries and property damage in the Cook County Jail. According to warrants taken by…
Read More‘Night to Shine’ features young talent
“Night to Shine,” Community Christian Academy’s Annual Talent Show, featured excellent performances by young people on Thursday evening, April 13, 2023, and during a special matinee show during Friday morning chapel, April 14, 2023. The students performing were: Vraj and Ved Chaudhari, 3K and K, dancing to “Jump” by Go Kids; Lennox Groh, sixth grade,…
Read MoreAdel Council renews contract for probation services
Mayor Buddy Duke called to order the Monday, April 3, 2023, meeting of the Adel City Council. Council Members present were Jody Greene, Terry McClain, Celestine Hayes, Walter Cowart, and Greg Paige. Others present were City Manager Mark Barber, Administrative Assistant Pam Hamilton, City Attorney Tim Tanner, Police Chief Chad Castleberry, and members of the…
Read MoreCounty Commission announces Lane as sole finalist for County Manager
On Monday, April 17, 2023, County Commission Chair Debra Robinson announced that the County Commissioners have chosen Randy Lane as sole finalist for County Manager. Lane currently serves as Community Development Director for the City of Adel. The County Commissioners are scheduled to vote on a County Manager contract with Lane at the next regular…
Read MoreHerschel Allison Sessions, Jr, 76
Herschel Allison Sessions, Jr, aged 76, of Corpus Christi, husband of the late Patricia M. (Duby) Sessions, passed away on March 31, 2023. He was born in Adel, GA to the late Herschel Sessions Sr and Julia Bates Sessions. Herschel is survived by daughter Wendy of Atlanta, GA and son Alex of Austin, TX and…
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