Myrna Ruiz Pascual
(ROANOKE) Myrna Ruiz Pascual, 74, of Roanoke, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at her residence. Funeral services will be held in her native Philippines. Survivors include her nephew, Arnold Paguyo (Grace) of Roanoke; three sisters, Leticia P. Paguyo, Sonia P. Sanchez (Romeo E.) and Thelma P. Beleno (Larry); sister-in-law, Jane R. Pascual; and…
Read MoreWoodland alum shares his Army experience with former school
Woodland High School students recently welcomed back a distinguished alumnus, Lieutenant Colonel J. Michael Miles, during a school-wide event April 30, 2025, at Warren Sewell Field in Woodland, Alabama. Lt. Col. Miles, a 2001 Woodland graduate and current Battalion Commander for the U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion in Montgomery, returned to inspire more than 300 students…
Read MoreWedowee man sentenced for child sex crimes
On April 30, 2025, a federal judge sentenced Robert Aaron Sheppard, 33, of Wedowee, Alabama, to 108 months (9 years) in federal prison for possession of child sexual abuse materials and multiple firearms violations, announced Acting United States Attorney Kevin Davidson. Following his release, Sheppard will be subject to five years of supervised release and…
Read MoreRandolph County Sheriff’s and Roanoke Police incident and arrest reports
Incidents •The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a truck both made a report of a female on County Road 82 in Newell throwing rocks at vehicles. • A resident of County Road 329 in the Swagg community reported the theft of a package containing helmet from his porch. While the officer was…
Read More911 board seeking new attorney
At the last meeting of Randolph County 911 Board, the board approved but tabled finding a new attorney to help draw up new dispatch contracts. The contracts would be signed by 911, law enforcement agencies, fire departments and rescue squad. According to 911 Director Kelly Edwards, there is currently no contract for dispatching. This is…
Read MoreJohn William Higgins
(ROANOKE) Deacon John William Higgins, 68, of Roanoke passed away at his residence Saturday, May 3, 2025. Born on July 31, 1956, at Knight Sanitorium in Roanoke, John was a lifelong resident of Randolph County and a proud graduate of Handley High School. He served faithfully as a long-time Deacon at Saint Paul Missionary Baptist…
Read MoreDorothy Nell Wright
(OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla.) Dorothy Nell Wright was born in Lagrange Ga., on April 24, 1939 to Lucille and Sappy Nichols. She passed away peacefully at 86 years on March 3, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Okla., with her family surrounding. She was a proud Christian and proudly worked as a registered nurse for 52 years, and…
Read MoreCharles Robert Johnson
(WEDOWEE) Funeral services for Charles Robert Johnson, 84, of Wedowee, were held on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 1 p.m. at Benefield Funeral Chapel with Bro. Jimmy Brand, Bro. Ricky Daniel and Katelin Johnson officiating. Burial followed at Union Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Johnson passed away on Saturday, May 3, at his home. Survivors include:…
Read MoreSenior performers take spotlight in final theater show
By Baleigh Clanton As Handley High School’s final show of the school year, Once upon a Mattress, closed, the Triangle staff took the opportunity to speak with the theatre seniors about their experiences and insights throughout their years in drama. The comical twist on a classical tale of “The Princess and the Pea” brought together…
Read MoreState BBB issues warning over counterfeit products
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Central and South Alabama is alerting consumers to a surge in counterfeit designer products from China being sold online, particularly through platforms like DHGate, AliExpress, and social media channels such as TikTok. This trend appears to be fueled by recent U.S. tariff changes and misleading claims from overseas sellers.…
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