Corruption Will Dismukes found guilty of first-degree theft of property Because the jury found the state proved certain aggravating circumstances, Dismukes could face a prison sentence of up to 20 years. Jacob HolmesApril 14, 2023
Courts Voicemail from Will Dismukes’ father supports theory of prosecution Bill Dismukes took the stand and mostly upheld Will's version of events, but his testimony was contradicted by a voicemail. Jacob HolmesApril 13, 2023
Courts Former State Rep. Will Dismukes’s theft trial begins Weiss Commercial Flooring president Adam Whitley told the jury that Dismukes paid his father, Bill Dismukes, for floor preparation that never got done. Jacob HolmesApril 11, 2023
Corruption Dismukes trial pushed to Feb. 13 Dismukes' trial would have begun today, but an order filed Thursday reset the date. Jacob HolmesJanuary 9, 2023
Corruption Dismukes’ theft trial set for Jan. 9 Dismukes is alleged to have stolen well over $2,500 worth of flooring materials from his former employer between 2016 and 2018. Jacob HolmesDecember 20, 2022
Economy Fiber-cement manufacturer expanding operations in Prattville With the expansion, James Hardie will add 200 jobs and the Prattville facility will become the company's largest location. StaffAugust 4, 2022
Economy James Hardie adding 200 workers through expansion project at Prattville facility The growth project will double the size of the Alabama facility, permitting a large-scale expansion of its manufacturing capacity. StaffJune 9, 2022
Governor Governor speaks to Prattville, Millbrook Rotary clubs Ivey emphasized her record as governor and her mission if re-elected. Jacob HolmesDecember 8, 2021
Elections Jessica Sanders announces run for circuit judge Currently, Sanders serves as an assistant attorney general and governmental affairs director for the State Department of Education. Brandon MoseleyJuly 19, 2021
Elections Jerry Starnes running for state Legislature Starnes currently serves as president of the Prattville City Council and works as a probation and parole district manager. Brandon MoseleyJuly 14, 2021