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Newton County Board of Supervisors: Reece Honored as Supervisors Tackle County Business

The Newton County Board of Supervisors held their monthly meeting on Feb. 2, where they opened with a heartfelt farewell . . .

Magnolia Mornings: February 25, 2026

Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion to start your day . . .

Arrests

The following arrests were reported for Feb. 13 - 19 in Newton County. This report was compiled from the daily . . .

House Report: House Advances Budget, Education Bill Ahead of Key Deadline

The seventh week of the 2026 Regular Session has concluded. February 16 marked the deadline to dispose of motions to . . .

‘Choose the Right Path’: Polk Challenges NCA Athletes

Legendary college baseball coach Ron Polk, the “Father of Southeastern Conference Baseball” with over 1,373 career wins, spoke at Newton . . .

Todd Reece and his wife, Dede. The Board of Supervisors began their meeting thanking Reece for his service to the county and wished him a happy retirement.

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Taylor Burt puts the ball into play for the Generals.

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Baseball Roundup: Yellowjackats Sweep the Week, Generals Drop Pair of Games
By ROBBIE ROBERTSON - Sports Editor
Wed,02/25/26-4:00PM , 1,522 Reads
The Union Yellowjackets remained as the only unbeaten team in the area last week with three wins. Here’s a rundown of area action last week.

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The Yellowjackets picked up three wins last week with two run-rule wins over Forest and a big one-run win over highly regarded Clarkdale.
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Todd Reece and his wife, Dede. The Board of Supervisors began their meeting thanking Reece for his service to the county and wished him a happy retirement.

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Newton County Board of Supervisors: Reece Honored as Supervisors Tackle County Business
By MARTY MORGAN - Staff Writer
Thu,02/26/26-7:00PM , 1,219 Reads
The Newton County Board of Supervisors held their monthly meeting on Feb. 2, where they opened with a heartfelt farewell to retiring county employee Todd Reece. Reece, who has been serving as a solid waste officer for five years, also directed the trash pickup program with the Newton County Sheriff’s Department.
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Building Strength
Ryan Mott of Decatur competes in recent strongman event. Mott travels to St. George, Utah, in May for the World Strength Games.

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Decatur: Mott to Compete Among Strongest in the World at Competition in Utah
By MARTY MORGAN - Staff Writer
Tue,02/24/26-6:00PM , 1,146 Reads
A local bodybuilder is preparing to take his talents to the national stage after receiving an invitation to compete in the World Strength Games in St. George, Utah.

Ryan Mott, from Decatur, will make his way to Utah in May for the multi-day competition, featuring some of the heaviest and most challenging events in the strongman world.
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Newton PD Chief McKenzie Patrick shared information on his fleet of patrol vehicles with aldermen during the Feb. 17 board meeting, highlighting the high costs of repair over the last five years and the need to replenish with newer models.

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City of Newton Board of Aldermen: Vehicle Debate Continues as Repair Costs Mount
By MARTY MORGAN - Staff Writer
Wed,02/25/26-7:00PM , 1,139 Reads
A second attempt at approving a purchase of a police vehicle for the Newton Police Department failed to gain a second motion during the Feb.
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