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Santa Rosa County family recounts horrific events of Saturday night car crash

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5 months ago

February 7, 2025

www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2025-02-07 20:05:29

SUMMARY: Teresa Ashby, her husband, and three children survived a horrific hit-and-run on their way home from celebrating her birthday. Driving on Highway 29 in Santa Rosa County, they were struck by a vehicle that veered into their path, causing their truck to flip. The family miraculously survived, though some sustained injuries. After the crash, the other driver, Dexter Ivy Smith, yelled at them before fleeing the scene. Later arrested, Smith was found to have a revoked license due to a past DUI. He faces charges of hit-and-run and driving with a revoked license, and is due in court later this month.

A Saturday night that began celebrating her birthday nearly turned tragic for Teresa Ashby when her family’s Toyota truck was smashed by a reckless driver.
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You could be the new owner of the old St. Clair Co. jail

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1 day ago

July 10, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WVTM 13 News – 2025-07-10 23:09:46

SUMMARY: Saint Clair County officials are putting the old St. Clair County jail up for sale after it has been vacant for nearly two years. The original 1939 building, with a major addition from 1992, is described as a fixer-upper but with good structural “bones.” The jail is costly to maintain, with some leaks estimated to require about $50,000 in repairs, though it features a useful heating, air conditioning system, and a large generator. The minimum bid started at $60,000 after the county moved operations in October 2023. Any sale will depend on the buyer’s intended use, ensuring it aligns with the community’s historic character.

St. Clair county leaders hoping to sell old jail

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News 5 NOW at 5:30pm | July 10, 2025

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1 day ago

July 10, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2025-07-10 17:54:27

SUMMARY: On News 5 NOW, Thursday, July 10, 2025, key stories included two teens arrested in Florida for burglary linked to a viral TikTok trend. A man died from injuries in a Bayou Coden boat crash under investigation. Oak View Group’s CEO was indicted for bid rigging but Mobile city operations remain unaffected. A Centell house fire, suspected arson, destroyed a home with no injuries reported. In Gulf Shores, Zachary Winter was arrested under a new law after a woman overdosed on fentanyl, facing manslaughter charges. The show featured viewer polls, a fun “Barbie doll” question, and prompts for audience interaction on upcoming topics.

Two teens arrested after a TikTok trend, a Citronelle home engulfed in flames, and a man arrested in connection to an overdose death.

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Mobile Arena management CEO indicted on federal charges

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1 day ago

July 10, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2025-07-10 16:19:56

SUMMARY: The CEO of Oak View Group (OVG), hired to manage Mobile’s new arena, was indicted on federal conspiracy charges linked to bid-rigging in another city. Despite this, Mobile officials say the arena project remains unaffected and on schedule for early 2027 completion. OVG secured a 22-year contract in February to manage the new Mobile Arena, the Mobile Convention Center, and the Saenger Theatre, receiving $400,000 annually for operations, maintenance, and event booking. The City of Mobile confirmed no bidding was involved in contract selection, and a local OVG team now oversees these venues.