Virginia LaVaughn Steele Blaylock, 76, of Trenton, GA, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2025 in a local health care facility. Virginia was born on October 19, 1949 in Rising Fawn, GA to the late Willard & Charlsie Steele and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Following her military service, she was employed… Read more: Virginia LaVaughn Steele Blaylock

Cynthia “Cindy” Denise Wood, beloved wife, devoted mother, proud Mimi, and a quiet source of grace in the lives she touched, entered her heavenly home on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, wrapped in peace and surrounded by love. She was 67. Her life reflected kindness—soft‑spoken strength, steady compassion, and a heart that always seemed to have… Read more: Cindy Wood

**All suspects arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.** NAME: WILLIAM ROBERT DUNCAN AGE: 18 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: TRENTON, GA DATE OF ARREST: 02/05/2026 TIME OF ARREST: 09:24:00 CHARGES: Criminal Trespass; Simple Battery TOTAL CHARGES: 2 NAME: JAMES EDWARD CLARK AGE: 47 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: GRAYSVILLE, TN DATE OF ARREST: 02/05/2026 TIME OF ARREST: 11:05:00 CHARGE: Failure to Appear Misdemeanor; TOTAL CHARGES: 1 NAME: RHETT… Read more: DADE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARREST REPORT FOR: FEBRUARY 05, 2026.

Kenneth Jack “Jackie” Underwood age 73 of Fort Payne(formerly of Flat Rock) died Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Crowne Health Care.  Funeral services are Friday, February 6, 2026 at 1 PM ET at Corner Stone Funeral Chapel with Bro. Ed Emerson officiating.  Burial will follow in Payne Gap cemetery.  Family will receive friends from 11… Read more: Jackie Underwood

**All suspects arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.** NAME: VASILY BILL MOSPANYUK AGE: 61 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: DELUTH GA DATE OF ARREST: N/A TIME OF ARREST: 13:03:00 CHARGES: Driving while License Suspended or Revoked; Improper Lane Change/Failure to Maintain Lane; TOTAL CHARGES: 2 NAME: WILEY CHANCE WEBB AGE: 20 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: CHATTANOOGA, TN DATE OF ARREST: 02/04/2026 TIME OF… Read more: DADE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARREST REPORT FOR: FEBRUARY 04, 2026.

**All suspects arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.** NAME: DAVID ALLEN CONWAY AGE: 47 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: TRENTON, GA DATE OF ARREST: 02/03/2026 TIME OF ARREST: 11:00:00 CHARGE: Probation Violation; TOTAL CHARGES: 1 NAME: MARK LADALE SCOTT AGE: 51 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: TRENTON, GA DATE OF ARREST: 02/03/2026 TIME OF ARREST: 11:00:00 CHARGE: Probation Violation; TOTAL CHARGES: 1 NAME: JANICE MARIE REED AGE: 45 CITY/STATE… Read more: DADE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARREST REPORT FOR: FEBRUARY 03, 2026.

Nancy Bargo Mills age 95 of Centre, AL died Sunday, January 25, 2026 in Rainbow City, AL.  Graveside services are Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11 AM CT at Weiss Lake Memorial Gardens with Bro. Tim Smith officiating.   Survivors include grandchildren, Scott Mills(Haley), Stacie Hill(Tom), Jennifer Smith(Wally), daughters-in-laws, Georgia Mills, Elizabeth Mills, great-grandchildren, Devan Mills(Kate),… Read more: Nancy Bargo Mills

Born February 7, 1938, Robert J Brooks Jr, age 87, of Chattanooga, TN, (formerly of Perry, NY) passed away on January 22, 2026 at his home. Beloved husband to Pam Brooks, father to Tracy Brooks Hardin of California, James Robert Brooks of Hawaii, and David Sean Brooks of Oregon. Bob was a lifelong educator that… Read more: Robert Jerome Brooks, Jr.

Janet Marie Chapman, 57, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, at her home in Trenton, Georgia, surrounded by her family. Janet was a devoted single mother to her son, Matthew, and poured her heart into raising him. He was the center of her world, and her love for him guided every season of her… Read more: Janet Chapman

**All suspects arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.** NAME: HOUSTON LEROY DOWNER AGE: 34 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: MENTONE, AL DATE OF ARREST: 02/02/2026 TIME OF ARREST: 07:45:00 CHARGE: Driving while License Suspended or Revoked; TOTAL CHARGES: 1 NAME: BILLY SHANE CROWE AGE: 50 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: SODDY DAISY, TN DATE OF ARREST: 02/02/2026 TIME OF ARREST: 14:30:00 CHARGE: Probation Violation… Read more: DADE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARREST REPORT FOR: FEBRUARY 02, 2026.

James Austin “Jamie” Rector Jr., 54, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 30, 2026, after bravely facing critical illness for the last three months. Jamie was born on February 28, 1971, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He spent his life rooted in the Chattanooga area, surrounded by family, friends, and the community… Read more: James Austin “Jamie” Rector Jr.

Forever in our hearts, Melva Jean Gilbreath was born on October 5, 1930, and passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on January 31, 2026, at the age of 95. She was a longtime resident of Trenton, Georgia. Melva was a faithful member of White Oak Baptist Church in Trenton, Georgia, where she… Read more: Melva Gilbreath

Ruby Lee Powell Gray age 82 of Bryant died, Saturday, January 31, 2026.  Funeral services are Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 12 Noon ET at Corner Stone Funeral Chapel with Bro. Donavan Whited and Bro. Gregg Steele officiating.  Burial will follow in Oak Lawn Memorial Park.  Family will receive friends from 4 to 8 PM… Read more: Ruby Powell Gray

**All suspects arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.** NAME: JESSE LAMON HALL AGE: 52 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: TUSCALOOSA, AL DATE OF ARREST: N/A TIME OF ARREST: 00:56:00 CHARGES: Driving while License Suspended or Revoked; Speeding; TOTAL CHARGES: 2 NAME: JEREMY ONEAL MOSTILLA AGE: 37 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: ASHVILLE, AL… Read more: DADE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARREST REPORT FOR: JANUARY 30, 2026, THROUGH FEBRUARY 01, 2026.

**All suspects arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.** NAME: CORD ADAM PEACE AGE: 31 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: TRENTON, GA DATE OF ARREST: 01/28/2026 TIME OF ARREST: 21:38:00 CHARGE: Probation Violation; TOTAL CHARGES: 1 **CREDIT FOR ARREST DOCUMENTATION AND THE DADE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE OFFICIAL SEAL: Dade County Sheriff’s Office, Trenton, GA.**

Brenda Faye Doyle, age 69, of Trenton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026. Born on May 26, 1956, to Jacob and Ada Gibson Doyle, Brenda was part of a loving family. For many years, Brenda dedicated herself to her position in the packing department at Cherokee Warehouse in Tiftonia, where her work ethic… Read more: Brenda Doyle

Carolyn Jane Goodman, a cherished matriarch, peacefully passed away on January 27, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on May 17, 1933,’s journey was one enriched with love, family, and a passionate commitment to her community. As a devoted member of Straightway Baptist Church in Bryant, Alabama, Carolyn exemplified faith and generosity throughout her… Read more: Carolyn Goodman

**All suspects arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.** NAME: MICHAEL LEVI FRANKLIN AGE: 22 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: ROSSVILLE, GA DATE OF ARREST: 01/27/2026 TIME OF ARREST: 12:00:00 CHARGE: HOUSED FOR OTHER AGENCY; TOTAL CHARGES: 1 NAME: DESTINY TASHON WYNN AGE: 18 CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCY: CHATTANOOGA, TN DATE OF ARREST: 01/27/2026 TIME OF ARREST: 19:45:00 CHARGE: Simple Battery-Family Violence; TOTAL CHARGES: 1 **CREDIT FOR… Read more: DADE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARREST REPORT FOR: JANUARY 27, 2026.

Martha Lou Pitts, 92, of Trenton, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 in a local health care facility. Mrs. Pitts was born in 1933 in Day, Florida to the late Milton & Mertie Williams Parker, attended Day Junior High School, and received her B.A. degree from David Lipscomb University. Along with her late… Read more: Martha Lou Pitts

William (Bill) Ray Hurst, age 89, passed away peacefully, with his wife of 65 years by his side, on December 12, 2025, in Trenton, Georgia. He was born on September 28, 1936, in Salem, West Virginia, to Lewis Vincint Hurst and Alice Luberta Hurst (Swiger). Bill grew up on a farm, where yields were unpredictable,… Read more: William Ray “Bill” Hurst