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Miami Herald
19-05-2025
- Miami Herald
Young father dies after shots fired outside high school grad party, AL cops say
A juvenile was arrested and charged in connection with a shooting that killed a 19-year-old and injured an 18-year-old, Alabama deputies said, according to Deputies responded to shots fired at about 2 a.m. May 11, outside of a graduation party for a student at Citronelle High School, the Mobile County Sheriff's Office said, WKRG reported. The shooting happened during an argument in a cul-de-sac where a group of people had moved to after the party ended, authorities said, according to the outlet. Jaylon Rivers, 19, and Zachary Morgan, 18, were shot, deputies said. 'During the altercation, Rivers allegedly fired multiple shots at the juvenile, who then returned fire, striking Rivers,' the sheriff's office said, reported. Morgan was taken to a hospital, and Rivers was taken to a home in Mount Vernon, where he died, deputies said, WALA reported. The juvenile, who was not named, was arrested May 16 on felony murder and first-degree robbery charges, according to the outlet. McClatchy News reached out to the Mobile County Public School District May 19 but did not receive an immediate response. Law enforcement officials were at the high school May 12 'out of an abundance of caution,' according to a Facebook post by the school. Rivers, a father of a girl, was remembered as having a 'caring nature' and a 'dedication to looking out for others,' according to an online memorial. 'Jaylon's spirit will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of those he leaves behind, reminding us all of the joy and love he brought into our lives,' the memorial said.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Former Citronelle High School ROTC instructor 1SG Steven Middleton left lasting impact on students
Citronelle, Ala. (WKRG) — We first met First Sergeant Steven Middleton three years ago as we presented a Golden Apple Award while he led his Citronelle High School JROTC students in training on the rappelling wall at Fort Whiting in Mobile. Mobile County crash victims' families speak out on motorcycle safety Fast forward to April 3, as Middleton was being honored by his students and school, he was clearly a different man. 'Actually, it wasn't slow. I started noticing symptoms in July. In November I was diagnosed with ALS. I lost my ability to walk in December,' said Middleton. Middleton said it was described as a particularly aggressive form of ALS- also known as Lou Gehrig's disease- a nervous system disorder that causes muscle weakness and paralysis. We took the opportunity to catch up with Middleton about his years of service, including more than two decades in the Army National Guard and then as a JROTC instructor. He told us, 'I had a good time. I enjoyed serving my country, I enjoyed serving the people of Alabama. But I think JROTC was better- I enjoyed that more because I got to influence young people. Not to join the military, but just to be better citizens.' The disease took Middleton's life just a few days after our interview. The timely ceremony where he was honored was bittersweet for those he worked with. Lt. Col. Chevelle Thomas said, 'First Sergeant Middleton served Mobile County Public School's JROTC program for 13 years. That's over a decade, and that's a lot of time to make an impact on a lot of children's lives.' Citronelle High Principal Robert Bruister said, 'What an emotional day here on campus. We wanted to bring him back to show him we love him, we support him, and we're going to fight with him.' Middleton said if the disease hadn't caused his untimely retirement, he would have remained with the JROTC program. 'The kids have taught me stuff- probably just as much as I have taught them. Being around them kept you young, and I just enjoyed coming to work every day.' 'We can't live here anymore': Orange Beach property owner in four-year battle with rising water Our condolences to the family, colleagues, and friends of First Sergeant Steven Middleton. We're proud to recognize him for Serving Those Who Serve. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Citronelle High School teacher is finalist for Alabama Teacher of the Year
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Roseann Byrd, an Advanced Placement teacher at Citronelle High School, is one of 'Sweet 16' finalists for Alabama Teacher of the Year, a Mobile County Public Schools System release said. 19 Baldwin County restaurants claiming imported shrimp is locally sourced: report According to the release, Byrd has been teaching for 19 years, with 11 of those years at CHS. There, she leads the AP classes in U.S. History, Psychology and American Government and Politics, the release said. Byrd is the chair of the school's Social Studies department, serves on the leadership team, coaches the Academic Team and is the Student Council sponsor, the release said. The release credited Byrd with helping get the A+ College Ready Program implemented at the school, a program aimed at raising the school's state report card grade. 'The program played a pivotal role in fostering success in Advanced Placement coursework for teachers and students at Citronelle, and resulted in tangible success when the school's state report card grade rose by 11 points one year later,' the release said. Byrd said she is inspired by the expanding use of transformative technologies to enhance her students' skills in critical thinking and innovation. 'To be an educator is to embrace the ever-evolving nature of our field with courage and hope,' she said. 'The work we do is more than a career; it is a mission that changes lives, shapes communities, and creates possibilities for generations to come.' According to the release, MCPSS has had several teachers make it to the Sweet 16 and beyond. AHSAA to launch task force to investigate high school transfers 'MCPSS was home to Alabama's Teacher of the Year in 2018, and has had a great track record of finalists since then,' the release said. 'That includes Alabama's Secondary Teachers of the Year in 2020 and 2022, a Final Four finalist in 2021 and several other Sweet Sixteen finalists.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
