Wedowee Police Department

10/16/2026

UPDATE: The roadway is back open.

A portion of 431 near Chimney Cove in Wedowee is shut down for a 2 vehicle accident. We will advise when the road is reopened.

10/10/2026

The Arts & Crafts festival that was scheduled for today in Wedowee has been rescheduled to next Saturday, 10/17 from 9AM-2PM

10/10/2026

There have been several reports of trees down and wrecks already this morning. If you must get out on the roads please use extreme caution. Watch for downed trees, lines, and any other debris that may be in or near the roadway. Thank you to ALL first responders who are out working in our county. They have already had a long night/morning.

10/09/2026

‼️‼️INFORMATION POST‼️‼️

- Per Randolph County EMA and the National Weather Service: Randolph County is under a Tropical Storm Watch, Flood Watch and we could have possible isolated tornadoes tomorrow. Prepare now for the potential for gusty winds, flooding and potential power outages. We will update you as we receive changes in information.

- The basement of the Wedowee City Hall (senior center) will be open and available for shelter beginning tonight, and into Sunday.

- The RCHS football game has been set to start at 6PM tonight at Ranburne

- The Arts & Crafts Festival in downtown Wedowee is scheduled for tomorrow, October 10th and is still set to take place

10/07/2026

10/01/2026

💙 RANDOLPH COUNTY! WE NEED YOU! 💚

United Way of East Central Alabama is bringing Day of Kindness to Randolph County on October 15, and we’re bringing our community together to make a real difference for local families.

Our goal is to pack 50 food boxes for families in Randolph County, and we need your help to make it happen!

🥫 DONATE FOOD
Donation boxes are now available at:

📍 WM Grocery
📍 First Bank of Alabama
📍 Alabama One
📍 First Bank – Wedowee
📍 Wedowee Winery
📍 Genesis Weight Clinic
📍 Southern Union
📍 Town of Wadley
📍 Alabama Power

🤝 VOLUNTEER WITH US!
Join us on October 15 for a morning of kindness and community! We’ll start at 8:00 a.m. with breakfast, followed by a short United Way program and community update. Then we’ll roll up our sleeves and sort and pack food boxes together.

Whether you come with your coworkers, your church, your organization, your family, or just yourself, there’s a place for you!

❤️ 50 boxes. 50 families. One community coming together.

Register to volunteer, share this post, and help us spread the word!
https://bit.ly/4z4YKj7

Let’s make October 15 a Day of Kindness to remember!

09/30/2026

Please be aware of what you are purchasing

MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) are urging parents, young people and consumers to be aware of the potential dangers associated with kratom and products that may contain the substance. This reminder comes as … Continued

09/29/2026

Come out and show your support for RCHS

06/20/2026

Countdown to rodeo action has begun. Come join us July 3rd and 4th in Wedowee, AL. We will be behind NAPA auto parts this year.

06/18/2026