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08-05-2025
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‘What they died for is always going to be remembered': Law enforcement gather to honor fallen officers
MADISON COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — More than two dozen members of law enforcement in Madison County have lost their lives in the line of duty since 1880. On Wednesday, the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 6 held its annual Law Enforcement Memorial Service to honor them. 'They will never be forgotten, that what they died for is always going to be remembered, always going to be respected, we're going to come back every year and remember that,' said FOP spokesperson Donny Shaw. 📲Download the WHNT News 19 App to stay updated on the go. 📧Sign up for WHNT News 19 newsletters to have news sent to your inbox. Shaw told News 19 that, unfortunately, all 26 of the fallen heroes listed on the wall have one thing in common. 'They got up, got dressed, they kissed their loved ones goodbye, thought they would come home,' Shaw said. 'But it just so happened that they had something that took their life.' Now, the family members and friends of those fallen law enforcement members have this day to come together to honor them. At the ceremony, a member of each of the families, or a descendant of each family, came forward one at a time to pin a flower to a cross in front of the memorial. That includes members of fallen Huntsville Police Officer Garrett Crumby's family. 'Seeing his name on the wall, there's a lot of emotions with that,' said Eric Crumby, Garrett Crumby's cousin. 'It's good and kind of sad, but it's a great honor.' Officer Crumby died in the line of duty on March 28, 2023, after being ambushed while responding to a shots-fired call at an apartment complex in Huntsville. Huntsville Police Chief Kirk Giles told News 19 that not a day goes by that the department doesn't think about him. 'I think about him, I think about his coworkers that are still struggling, but you know, he was an inspiration to us to be able to go forward with what he stood for,' Chief Giles said. He said he hopes events like this memorial service remind the community of the daily sacrifice that members of law enforcement make. 'One day is not enough to remember them,' Chief Giles said. 'Hopefully, people will take time to think about that day in and day out. When they see an officer, just tell them thank you for their service.' The law enforcement memorial service is one of several similar events scheduled across North Alabama in the next week. National Police Week is observed from Sunday, May 11, through Saturday, May 17. Fallen heroes in Madison County: U.S. Marshal John B. Hardie. EOW: December 8, 1880 Police Officer William B. Street. EOW: October 8, 1883 Deputy Jailer Tim Anderson. EOW: July 7, 1887 Constable W.A. Russell, Jr. EOW: November 22, 1903 Police Officer Frank McKissack. EOW: May 26, 1916 Deputy R. Hugh Craft. June 12, 1929 Deputy James C. Drake. December 11, 1928 Deputy William T. McMinn. EOW: October 7, 1939 Officer Euell B. Starr. EOW: December 5, 1953 Officer Alan S. Logel, Jr. EOW: November 19, 1956 Officer Emmett C. Bright. EOW: November 5, 1957 Officer Charles E. Drake, Jr. EOW: July 23, 1962 Officer Preston R. Butler. EOW: June 3, 1966 Officer William T. Gaskin. EOW: August 27, 1968 Deputy Kenneth J. McDonald. EOW: May 26, 1975 Officer Billy F. Clardy, Jr. EOW: May 3, 1978 Deputy Thomas R. Lewis. EOW: November 1, 1994 Deputy Billy J. Thrower. EOW: September 17, 1995 Trooper Willis V. Moore. EOW: February 26, 1996 Deputy Haskel G. McLane. EOW: May 31, 2001 Officer Daniel H. Golden. EOW: August 29, 2005 Officer William Eric Freeman. EOW: December 15, 2007 Officer Keith Earle. EOW: April 9, 2018 Officer Billy F. Clardy III. EOW: December 6, 2019 Investigator Steven Ray Finley. EOW: January 14, 2022 Officer Garrett Crumby. EOW: March 28, 2023. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Fox News
16-04-2025
- Sport
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Major League Fishing tournament canceled after deadly boat incident
A deadly boat incident occurred in Alabama during a Major League Fishing tournament on Wednesday morning. The incident involved multiple boats on Lewis Smith Lake during the second day of the Tackle Warehouse Invitational, which Major League Fishing (MLF) confirmed was a "serious boating accident," per WHNT News 19. The MLF said in a statement that the incident involved Flint Davis, a competitive angler from Leesburg, Georgia. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick told CBS 42 that one person is dead. "Out of respect for those involved, and to ensure the accuracy of all information, no further details will be released at this time," the MLF said in its statement. "MLF is working closely with law enforcement and emergency officials. Additional updates will be provided as they are confirmed by the appropriate authorities. "Our thoughts, prayers and deepest concern are with everyone affected by this tragic incident." The fishing tournament, which was supposed to run through Thursday, has been canceled. Cullman County EMA confirmed the crash in the lake occurred around 7 a.m. near Miller Bottom, CBS 42 reported. There has been no word regarding the number of injuries, or worse, of anyone else involved. Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is now investigating the crash. Davis has one career win on the MLF, with 10 top-10 finishes over 63 career events. He has $127,690 in career earnings. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Entertainment
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News 19's Lauren Layton wins two ABBY awards for TV News Feature and TV Hard News!
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WHNT) — The WHNT News 19 crew took home some hardware from the 2025 Alabama Broadcasters Association Award Ceremony! In total, the News 19 crew won six awards. Evening Anchor Lauren Layton took home not one, but TWO ABBYS last night for her work! Lauren won Hard News Reporting for her reporting on the first Nitrogen Hypoxia Execution in the country and News Feature of the Year for 'Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep.' From everyone here at News 19, congratulations, and we are so proud of you! You want to watch either of those ABBY winning reports on the News 19 website linked below: Alabama convict becomes first known person executed by nitrogen hypoxia DISCLAIMER: This piece contains photographs of deceased children who have been posed to look as if they are sleeping. The families of these children have given News 19 permission to show their photos in hopes of reaching families who may one day find themselves with the option to use the services provided by Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep. News 19 Special Report: Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Climate
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News 19's Ben Smith wins ABBY for Best Weather Anchor in the state of Alabama!
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WHNT) — The WHNT News 19 crew took home some hardware from the 2025 Alabama Broadcasters Association Award Ceremony! In total, the News 19 crew won six awards. The one and only Ben Smith took home the ABBY for Best Weather Anchor in the state of Alabama! He is not only an ABBY winner but also an Emmy award-winning meteorologist on News 19 This Morning. From everyone here at News 19, congratulations, and we are so proud of you! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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06-04-2025
- General
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News 19's Gregg Stone wins ABBY for Best in Broadcasting for Photojournalism
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WHNT) — The WHNT News 19 crew took home some hardware from the 2025 Alabama Broadcasters Association Award Ceremony! In total, the News 19 crew won six awards. News 19's Gregg Stone won the ABBY for Best in Broadcasting for Photojournalism. Stone has been with News 19 for over 40 years! Stone was unable to attend the award ceremony last night, but Executive Producer David Williams accepted the award on his behalf. From everyone here at News 19, congratulations, and we are so proud of you! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
