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Ozark Area Chamber of Commerce Mission Statement: To enhance economic, civic, community, educational,
and cultural activities of Ozark and Dale County.
The Ozark Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to Ozark and Dale County, a growing “area of
opportunity.”
The Chamber represents the “voice of business in the community.” We focus on quality-of-life issues, housing,
education, and retail development.
Ozark has a dramatic growth in new home construction. Stratford multi-unit Town Homes are located on the
south side of the community; St. James Place, in downtown Ozark, features eight smaller homes; and Avalon is a
new subdivision on the north side of town. Sandy Hills subdivision offers custom homes.
Our downtown revitalization projects promise to provide a vibrant city center reminiscent of the old town square.
Plans are underway to renovate older buildings and create green space.
Numerous Chamber programs deliver value to members, and we encourage Chamber members to support each
other’s business. Events throughout the year offer networking to foster strong business relationships within the
community such as the annual golf tournament, the annual membership meeting and banquet, seminars, the
Business Expo, and the Claybank Jamboree Arts & Crafts Festival.
For over 50 years, this Chamber of Commerce has been a strong advocate for growth and development. That
mission has never wavered. In fact, it is now accelerating. The Chamber appreciates its members who are
dedicated to the area’s business and the community in which they thrive.
The City of Ozark and the Ozark Area Chamber of Commerce will participate in the statewide promotion of
Alabama’s small towns and downtowns in the year 2010. In 2010, the City will be 140 years old and the
Chamber of Commerce-sponsored Claybank Jamboree will turn 40. The City and the Chamber would like to
celebrate our community history on Saturday, October 2, 2010, by hosting a homecoming celebration during the
Claybank Jamboree Festival. All who have ever lived or attended school in Ozark will be invited to “Come
Home” for this glorious celebration.
Jeanette Reeves, IOM
Executive Director
Rosmarie Williamson
Administrative Assistant
The Ozark Area of Dale County, located in the corner of southeast Alabama, enjoys the best of both a small-town
atmosphere and a close proximity to larger cities and other attractions. More people are discovering Ozark. It is a
great place to raise a family and a perfect place to retire.
Ozark is a community that comes together for the common good with a solid foundation of conservative values
and a strong work ethic. We have a vision of positive economic growth that blends with the already exciting
industrial growth we’re experiencing and the residential growth that complements both areas. We pride ourselves
on “community unity.”
As you experience our fair city, one thing you will notice is the friendly, caring people who will welcome you.
They are hard-working people who will go the extra mile to get the job done right. They are people who treasure
history, but also welcome the challenges that the coming years will bring. Ozark is a community that realizes that
its future lies in the hands of today’s youth. Our focus on education is across the board, from kindergarten
through college. Excellence in education is a priority in our community.
We invite you, residents and visitors alike, to experience our community firsthand. Shop in our stores and see the
variety and quality our merchants offer. Participate in the many enjoyable events the community provides to
attract visitors to our town, and to instill pride in our residents. See the many sights in town and in the
surrounding area. Take advantage of the many recreational facilities and enjoy our own 92-acre Ed Lisenby Lake,
right in the city limits of Ozark. Explore the Dowling Museum/Ann Rudd Art Center in downtown Ozark. Many
treasures await you in our corner of the world. For more information on adventures, contact the Ozark Area
Chamber of Commerce, 294 Painter Avenue, (334) 774-9321.
Ozark is considered part of the “Wiregrass Region” — along with southeast Alabama, western Florida, and
southwest Georgia — which is so named for the wiry-stem grass found there.
It is fabled that Ozark received its name from a traveler who saw a resemblance to the hilly area of the foothill
mountains of Arkansas.
Then in 1820, Allen Cooley and his son William came to settle in Ozark from South Carolina. The area’s first
courthouse was built in Daleville in 1830, and as the area grew, a road was built linking Daleville and Louisville
via the Cooley trail.
In 1822, John Merrick, Sr., for whom the town of Merrick is named, was a Revolutionary War veteran who built
a cabin where the present First United Methodist Church is located. In 1826, Rev. Dempsey Dowling came to the
area south of Ozark and began the construction of the first Claybank Church.
The name of the town changed over the years, originally from Merricks to Woodshop, and the Woodshop post
office opened in 1843. Woodshop slowly grew, adding a municipal water plant in 1840 and a school in 1841.
After a petition for change, the name was changed to Ozark in 1855.
After the county courthouse in Newton burned in 1869, Ozark was voted the new seat, and the town was
incorporated in 1870.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Ozark was mainly an agricultural trading center. However, in 1941 with
the building of Camp Rucker, an influx of industry and workers arrived.
Today, Ozark’s boundaries and economy have expanded, increasing the population and encouraging new
technology and agricultural businesses, as well as small businesses and industries that promote the growth of the
Ozark area.
HISTORIC CONFEDERATE MONUMENT
Many southern towns have a Confederate monument honoring the soldiers of that town and county who served in
the Confederate army. A monument dedicated “In memory of the Dale County soldiers who fought in the War
Between the States of 1861-1865” stands on the southeast corner of the Dale County courthouse in Ozark.
Dedicated in memory of the Confederate dead, it was erected by the Stonewall Jackson chapter of the United
Daughters of the Confederacy No. 667 A.D. 1910.
On one side of the shaft supporting the column with the statue of a Confederate soldier on top, gazing north, the
following inscription reads:
“These were men who by their
Single manhood in their lives,
By their strict adherence
To the principles of right,
By their sublime courage
And unspeakable sacrifices,
Even to the heroism of death;
Have preserved for us
Through the gloom of defeat,
A priceless heritage of honor.”
THE SOUTHERN STAR
The Southern Star, now in its 141st year of publication, is the oldest family-owned newspaper in Alabama, the
oldest business in Dale County, and one of the oldest in southeast Alabama. Joe H. Adams, now in his 51st year
as editor, is Alabama’s longest-serving editor with the same newspaper.
The Southern Star is an award-winning newspaper that goes to subscribers in Ozark and Dale County, in addition
to surrounding counties and over 90 cities and towns in Alabama and subscribers in over 35 different states.
Ozark is nestled in the southeast corner of the state and is convenient to major metropolitan areas. Ozark and
Dale County are accessible by highway, air, and rail. U.S. Highway 231 runs through and joins other major
interstate systems, including Alabama highways 249, 123, 105 and 84.
Blackwell Airport has undergone major improvements, with the extension of the runway to 5,000 feet, a new fire
suppression system and beacon light. A regional airport is located 15 minutes south in Dale County.
Of the U.S. population, 50 percent is within a 24-hour shipping distance, and with infinite opportunity, imports
and exports continue to rise to record numbers as international companies take advantage of the global market.
An hour-and-a-half drive south takes you to the beautiful white sandy beaches of the Gulf Coast. Seventy-five
miles due north takes you to Montgomery, Alabama’s capitol city.
OZARK TRANSIT
Miles to Atlanta, Georgia — 215
Miles to Birmingham — 170
Miles to Mobile — 186
Miles to Montgomery — 81
Miles to Huntsville — 263
Miles to Interstate 10 — 50 (south)
Miles to Interstates 65 & 85 — 75 (north)
4-lane highways — U.S. 84 & U.S. 2312
Partial 4-lane highways — AL 123, AL 249, AL 27
Bus lines — 1
Rail systems — 2
Motor freight lines — 30
Inland waterway system — Chattahoochee River
Municipal Airport — Blackwell Field
Regional Airport — Dothan, full service
Air Carriers — ASA/Delta Connection to Atlanta, 5 daily flights
As a thriving county, the Ozark area meets the needs of both its residents and visitors. A plenitude of dining
options are available, ranging from fast-food restaurants, diners and elegant dining to ethnic cuisine. While many
residents profit from a successful restaurant business, their patrons share in the sweet taste of success.
Accommodations are available for short- or long-term stays. Many attractions could keep one busy for days.
Historical homes and churches are abundant. Guided walking tours are offered in the spring with other events and
festivals throughout the year.
Both Ozark and Dale County enjoy a pleasant climate year round that lends itself to numerous outdoor activities.
The outdoorsman will love fishing in Ozark throughout the entire year at Ed Lisenby Lake among many others,
and there is also an abundance of wildlife for hunting.
Christmas is a wonderful season in Ozark. The town is traditionally decorated with businesses offering “Open
House.” The annual Christmas Parade ushers in the season on the first Thursday evening in December. Christmas
City, located in nearby Ariton, is open from Thanksgiving night through December 25.
Claybank Church, which is the oldest original log church in Ozark-Dale County, transports visitors to the past
and illustrates Dale County’s rich heritage. The Claybank Jamboree Arts and Crafts festival gives shoppers a
chance to browse for bargains.
ATTRACTIONS
Army Aviation Museum—Located on Fort Rucker, the Museum is an 87,000-square-foot facility housing a
collection of one-of-a-kind aircraft. The aircraft display traces the history of Army Aviation from its beginnings.
Open daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. (334) 255-2893 (www.aviationmuseum.com)
Turkey Creek Canoe Adventure—Located at 5225 Highway 27, east of Ozark, Turkey Creek offers trips from
three to eight hours, as well as overnight trips on the Choctawhatchee River. Guided hunting and fishing
available. Campsites also available. April through October 30. (334) 795-1002
Carillon and Bell Tower—Carillon and Tower is located on Painter Avenue in downtown Ozark-courtyard above
Ozark Area Chamber of Commerce. The 37 Bell Carillon and 50-foot tower was built in 1975 to honor all
military and civilian personnel who served at Fort Rucker since 1942. Display memorial plaques pay tribute to
the late Henry B. Steagall and the late George W. Andrews, both U.S. Congressmen from the Third
Congressional District of Alabama. Steagal served from 1915-1942, and Andrews served from 1944-1971.
Claybank Church and Cemetery—This is a famous landmark in Dale County and is highly prized to those living
in Ozark. It is a small building made of logs with fat lightwood stumps serving as a foundation. A crude pulpit
stands in one end, and benches, made in 1852, remain in place today. The church is on the National Register of
Historic Places, as of 1976. Free admission. (334) 774-9321
Claybank Jamboree Arts & Crafts Festival—Held in downtown Ozark the first Saturday in October, activities
include arts and crafts, food vendors, kiddy rides, entertainment, quilt show, and art show and sales. Historical
program on Sunday afternoon at Claybank Church. A 5K run is held in the morning at Ed Lisenby Lake. For
more information on the Jamboree, call (334) 774-9321; the 5K, call (334) 774-3694.
Crawdad Festival—Held the third Saturday in March at Eagle Stadium in Ozark, the Crawdad Festival features
Cajun food and a taste of the Caribbean, as well as crafts vendors, music, and rides for children. Admission is
charged. (334) 774-2618
Dowling Museum/Ann Rudd Art Center—Located on East Court Square in downtown Ozark, the center is
housed in a historic two-story building built in the 1870s. Art exhibits are held year round. (334) 445-6526
Ed Lisenby Lake—The site covers 365 total acres with 92 surface acres of water. A concession building provides
food and beverages, license, and boat rental. There is a pavilion, picnic areas, and a newly constructed 3.1-mile
walking trail with stations for nature and wildlife study. (334) 774-0588
Ozark Country Club—Located on Country Club Drive in Ozark, the 18-hole Ron Garl-designed championship
golf course features four sets of tee markers and electric carts. There is also a fully stocked pro shop, lounge, and
swimming pool. (334) 774-3333
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Armed Forces Day—This military-wide celebration is held in May each year at Fort Rucker. Open to the general
public, attendees are able to view static displays of aircraft and military equipment. Free admission.
Bi-Plane Fly-In—Pitts aircraft show is held in November at Blackwell Airfield in Ozark. Admission charged.
(334) 774-1187
Business Expo—Held in August at the Ozark Civic Center, the event features a large display of area businesses’
products and services. (334) 774-9321
Civil War Reenactment—Held the third weekend in October in Newton, the Battle is staged at John Hutto Park.
(334) 299-3672
Chamber Golf Tournament—Held at the Panther Creek Golf Course in June, this is a three-person scramble with
lots of prizes and a chance to win $1 million and/or an automobile. (334) 774-9321
Christmas Parade—Held in December in downtown Ozark, the parade features lighted floats, marching bands,
Santa Claus, and more. (334) 774-2523
Claybank Jamboree Arts & Crafts Festival—Held in Ozark the first Saturday in October, admission is free. (334)
774-9321 (Jamboree), (334) 774-3694 (5K run)
Crawdad Festival—Held the third Saturday in March at Eagle Stadium in Ozark, admission is charged. (334) 7742618
Farm/City Week—Held in November, the event honors outstanding Dale County farmers. Farm/City Week
features agricultural displays, a petting zoo, and a student art contest. (334) 774-9321
Fourth of July Celebration—Held each year at Fort Rucker, the celebration features a patriotic band concert by
the 98th Army Silver Wings Band prior to a brilliant display of fireworks. Free admission.
Jazz Festival—Held the first Saturday in April at Flowers Center for the Performing Arts, area bands are in
concert starting at noon. (334) 774-4915
Governmental Affairs Meetings—Beginning in February while the legislature is in session, meetings are held
every other Monday at the Chamber of Commerce. The meetings run through May. (334) 774-9321
Dewey P. Williams Sacred Harp Sing—Held the first Sunday in March at the Church of God by Faith in Ozark,
the church is located at 112 King Avenue. (334) 774-9493
Sacred Harp Sing—Held the first weekend in May at Mabson Church on Highway 27 north of Ozark, Sacred
Harp music has played an important role in the social and spiritual lives of the people of Ozark and Dale County.
Contact Tommie Spurlock at (334) 774-5092.
South Alabama Pro Rodeo Classic—Held in Ozark in August, the South Alabama Pro Rodeo Classic is
composed of seven events sanctioned by APRA. Good family entertainment. (334) 774-9190
The Ozark Leisure Services Department is the base for a year-round recreation and leisure program for the City
of Ozark and the surrounding community. The department offers youth sports programming in baseball, softball,
basketball and soccer. Ozark has over 70 youth teams in an average year. The department also offers youth
camps for baseball, softball, soccer, basketball, cheerleading, baton and team dance, as well as adult softball and
flag football leagues.
The city has nine baseball/softball fields, two soccer fields, one youth football field, four outdoor basketball
courts, 10 tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool, a skate park, and a gymnasium and is currently developing a
new four-field athletic complex adjacent to the existing soccer fields and gymnasium.
The department also operates many facilities throughout the city. The Ozark Civic Center, a more than 4,000-seat
arena, is a popular venue for concerts, circuses, conventions, and more. Two community centers, Autrey, which
houses the community pool, and Perry, behind which is SkateZone, are available for rental for parties and
gatherings. The department also maintains the Ozark/Dale County Senior Center and Ed Lisenby Lake.
OZARK PARKS
• Barkett Field—Women’s softball, Little Girls Softball
• Carroll Field & Comer Field—“T” Ball (5-6) & Dixie Pre-Minors (7-8)
• Fuqua Park—Located on Faust, features lighted football, soccer, and baseball fields. Mamie Thompkins Field,
daylight practice field
• North Park—Dixie Youth baseball field for 11- and 12- year-olds
• Oben J.F. Everett Park—Located on the corner of Andrews and College, features two lighted outdoor basketball
courts, picnic pavilion, playground
• Police Memorial Park—Located behind East Gate School, features Soccer Complex, with additional facilities
under construction
• Steagall Park—Located at the corner of Faust and Peacock, features four lighted athletic fields
A bustling and economically thriving community, the Ozark Area is a great place for retail businesses, and
likewise a desirable destination for shoppers. Stores range widely in size, price range, and selection, and shoppers
can find whatever they need.
Major shopping malls gather many different stores into one convenient location, making everything available
under one roof. Martindale and Mid-Town Shopping Plaza and other pedestrian-friendly retail areas offer
antiques, collectibles, and arts and crafts set among restaurants and other services.
Ozark is also home to large superstores, which offer an exhaustive range of products all in one store. These stores
feature bargain prices and a great selection, making them very practical and popular.
A variety of foods and restaurants can be found in the area. If you like preparing food at home, there are large
grocery stores with a wide selection of products. Also, the Farmer’s Market is open in the spring and fall,
providing fresh fruits and vegetables.
The restaurants in our area serve home-style food; ethnic cuisine; steak and seafood; fast food; and a favorite,
good old “southern barbeque.” Ozark offers everything from a leisurely breakfast, lunch or dinner to a quick bite
on the run.
A bustling and economically thriving community, the Ozark Area is a great place for retail businesses, and
likewise a desirable destination for shoppers. Stores range widely in size, price range, and selection, and shoppers
can find whatever they need.
Major shopping malls gather many different stores into one convenient location, making everything available
under one roof. Martindale and Mid-Town Shopping Plaza and other pedestrian-friendly retail areas offer
antiques, collectibles, and arts and crafts set among restaurants and other services.
Ozark is also home to large superstores, which offer an exhaustive range of products all in one store. These stores
feature bargain prices and a great selection, making them very practical and popular.
A variety of foods and restaurants can be found in the area. If you like preparing food at home, there are large
grocery stores with a wide selection of products. Also, the Farmer’s Market is open in the spring and fall,
providing fresh fruits and vegetables.
The restaurants in our area serve home-style food; ethnic cuisine; steak and seafood; fast food; and a favorite,
good old “southern barbeque.” Ozark offers everything from a leisurely breakfast, lunch or dinner to a quick bite
on the run.
To accommodate the large population who call Dale County home, the real estate industry is booming. Due to the
diverse range of residents, a wide spectrum of housing is available, including apartments, senior communities,
suburban developments, and beautiful turn-of-the-century homes that have been restored to their original
conditions, speckled along streets lined with majestic oaks draped with Spanish moss.
Single-family dwellings, apartments, and townhomes are available for rent in all locations of the city in a variety
of sizes and prices. The average monthly rent on a two-bedroom apartment is $350, and the annual property tax
on a house valued at $100,000 is $442. Utility bills — electricity, water, gas and trash removal — average $135
per month.
The city’s growing population has spurred development of new residential communities in Ozark. New homes
and subdivisions have sprung up on all four corners of the community.
Dale County is known for its generous support of the arts, and burgeoning artists and enthusiasts alike benefit
from the rich artistic culture. The Dowling Museum/Ann Rudd Center, through the efforts of the Dale County
Council of Arts and Humanities, offers an opportunity for local and regional artists to showcase their works to a
receptive audience.
The Ozark Civic Center, with a seating capacity of over 4,000, provides the largest center of this size from
Mobile to Tallahassee. It hosts a wide range of entertainment from concerts, trade shows, and sporting events to
the circus.
The Flowers Center for the Performing Arts is located next door to the Civic Center on College Street in Ozark.
An elementary school for many years, the center was named in honor of Emma P. Flowers, Principal. The
auditorium seats 500 and is the scene of local high school plays, concerts, pageants, and meetings.
The Ozark Area, despite its growth and success, still maintains a small-town atmosphere, which is evident in its
many festivals and events that bring the community together. The Claybank Jamboree Arts and Crafts Festival,
which starts the first Saturday in October, has something the whole family can enjoy.
Other popular events include a Civil War Reenactment, the Crawdad Festival, the Fourth of July Celebration, the
South Alabama Pro Rodeo Classic and much more.
Ozark is a diverse business community, and many restaurants, clothing and gift shops, and public services are
concentrated in the downtown area, with other retail centers located at Martindale Plaza and Mid-Town.
Ozark’s economy is comprised of a variety of industries, many of which are associated with military maintenance
and manufacturing, as well as a large agricultural base. These industries enjoy the many advantages afforded by
the Ozark Area, including a location favorable to transportation and shipping, as well as many tax and trade
incentives and benefits.
Fort Rucker makes up a significant portion of employment opportunities, and retirement income. Fort Rucker
provides more than 12,000 military and civilian jobs, and the military post made a substantial impact of over
$136 million in the Ozark area through retiree income in 2002.
A wide range of development opportunities exists for new and expanding business. Sites are available for retail,
commercial, industrial and business park uses.
Ozark and Dale County are a perfect setting for business success stories. With excellent location advantage,
superior sites and infrastructure improvements in place, Ozark has all the essentials for growth and success.
Driver’s License
When relocating to Alabama from another state, please obtain an Alabama Driver’s License within 30 days of
establishing residence. Renewals may be obtained at the Probate Judge’s Offices on the first floor of the
courthouse. For further information, call (334) 774-2754.
The Driver’s License Examiner’s Office is located in the Dale County Administration Annex Building, adjacent
to the Dale County Jail, South Union Avenue. Driver’s licenses are renewable every four years upon expiration
date. Examinations are given Monday-Wednesday, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. (Closed Thursday- Sunday).
Applicants must be 16 years of age. For further information, call (334) 774-6229.
Motor Vehicle Registration
The Dale County Revenue Commissioner’s Office, located in the Dale County Courthouse, is responsible for
assessments and collection of ad valorem taxes. Relocators have 30 days to register in Alabama. Bring proper
proof of ownership — Certificate of Title in name showing registration, a notarized bill of sale including the
purchase price and complete description of vehicle, and documentation that Alabama Sales Tax has been paid.
The telephone number for tag registration is (334) 774-6229 or 774-8427. Boat registration must be completed by
November 15 of each year.
Personal Taxes
State, county and municipal ad valorem taxes are due October 1 and delinquent after December 31 each year.
Refer questions to the Probate Judge’s Office, (334) 774-2754; the Tax Assessor’s Office; or the following state
offices:
Alabama State Department of Revenue (334) 677-4714
492 N. Oates Street, P.O. Drawer 6406 Dothan, AL 36302 —
Alabama State Department of Revenue (334) 242-1000
Income Tax Division, P.O. Box 2401 Montgomery, AL 36140 —
Property Taxes
For information about city, county, and state property taxes, contact the Tax Assessor, Dale County Courthouse,
Ozark. For more information, call (334) 774-8100.
Renewal of Vehicle Tag Purchase
Once registration has been made in your name, each year please follow the renewal schedule. For further
information, call (334) 774-8427.
School Registration
Contact the Superintendent’s Office at one of the following school systems: Dale County Schools, (334) 7742355, or Ozark City Schools, (334) 774-5197.
Voter’s Registration
Residents of Dale County may register to vote at the Probate Judge’s Office in the Dale County Courthouse,
Monday through Friday. The Registrar’s Office is in the basement of the courthouse. For further information, call
(334) 774-9038.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Ozark Area Chamber of Commerce — 774-9321
EDUCATION
Alabama Aviation Campus in Ozark — 774-5113
Dale County School — 774-2355
Ozark City Schools — 774-5197
Enterprise-Ozark Community College — 347-2623
Wallace Community College — 983-3521
ELECTRICITY
Alabama Power Company — (800) 245-224
Pea River Electric Cooperative — 774-2545
GAS
Southeast Alabama Gas District — 774-5855
HEALTH & SAFETY
Emergencies — 911
Dale Medical Center — 774-2601
Fire Department — 774-5111
Police Department — 774-5111
Sheriff’s Department — 774-2335
Social Security — (800) 772-1213
NEWSPAPER/RADIO/TV
The Southern Star — 774-2715
Ozark Broadcasting Co.
WOAB & WOZK — 774-5600
WTVY-TV Ozark — 774-9889
WDHN-TV Dothan — 793-1818
WDFX Fox Dothan — 794-3434
TAXES
Collection/Assessment — 774-2226
Mapping & Appraisal — 774-7208
TELEPHONE/CABLE
Century/Tel — 774-2336
Charter Communications (Cable) — (866) 447-4188
WATER/SEWER
Utilities Board of the City of Ozark — 774-2336
Area Code 334 unless otherwise noted.
OZARK CITY SCHOOLS
Are you looking for a great city with a great school system to educate your children? Then you need to explore
the possibilities in Ozark, Alabama. Most school systems will tell you about their state-of-the-art technology,
award-winning programs, high student achievements, great teaching staff, and a myriad of other things that
separate them from the rest. Almost all school systems make this claim and Ozark City Schools can compete with
the best on this level. However, ask yourself this question: What skills do my children need to learn to be
successful in the 21st century? Next, ask the same question of the teachers at the schools you may want your
children to attend. Most will quote the state-mandated standards and follow with how well their students do
regarding those standards. This is very relevant information, and it should be one of the first things you check.
But that information is insufficient because state standards represent minimum standards — not 21st-century
learning goals.
Ozark City Schools competes favorably with all local districts regarding state tests, and we continue to improve.
However, we recently embraced a new vision that adds rigor and relevance to the state standards, and it also
embraces the concept of building strong relations among students, staff, and the community. By increasing rigor
and relevance and by improving relationships in our schools and in the community, we can provide a learning
environment that not only meets the state minimum standards, but also prepares students to enter the 21st-century
world equipped with skills that ensure success.
Twenty-first-century learners not only need to use technology; they need to command it. The 21st-century adult
will need to work in collaborative, multicultural, multilingual, multinational problem-solving groups to resolve
some of the Earth’s most significant issues. The 21st-century adult will need to have strong negotiating skills and
know how to access multiple sources of complex information and use it productively in a world where
information will be the key to unlocking personal, organizational, and national power sources.
If you want your child to receive an education that will truly empower him or her to compete and succeed in a
world that’s becoming more and more attached through business and technology, then you want to move to
Ozark. Our vision for what our students can and must become truly separates us from other districts. Come visit
our schools, talk to our teachers and administrators, and you’ll discover a school system that truly has more to
offer than the others. You’ll also discover one of the South’s best-kept secrets — Ozark, Alabama.
Michael Lenhart
Superintendent, Ozark City Schools
Vivian B. Adams School
Vivian B. Adams School, a public nonprofit organization, offers services and opportunities to approximately 200
people with developmental disabilities/mental retardation.
The mission of Vivian B. Adams School is to support people with mental retardation to develop selfdetermination skills sufficient to reach their personal goals. It is also to heighten community awareness of the
support networks necessary to allow citizens with mental retardation to select a personally successful and
independent a life as possible. Visit www.vivianbadams.org for more information.
Dale County Christian School
Dale County Christian School endeavors to prepare children spiritually by instilling in them a love for the Lord
Jesus Christ and a personal sense of responsibility to be all God wants them to be. The school exists to train
children to live successfully, and to think clearly, logically, and independently. It offers an instructional program
(A-BEKA) that meets the academic needs of children while giving them an understanding of the world in which
they live and the ability to appreciate and adjust to their environment. The school’s goal is for all students to
achieve mastery in the tools of learning and communication and to develop a sense of responsibility toward
citizenship as a Christian. Students must develop a moral, ethical, and spiritual sense that will aid them in
appreciation of their own personal worth and that of others. To sum the school’s objectives in one statement:
“We are working to teach our students how to live life.”
HIGHER EDUCATION
Enterprise-Ozark Community College
Enterprise-Ozark Community College (EOCC) is a two-year community college with seven locations offering
day and evening classes in Ozark, Enterprise, Fort Rucker, Mobile, Andalusia, Headland, and Albertville. We
also offer a wide variety of our courses over the World Wide Web.
The College’s Aviation program, taught at the Ozark Aviation Campus and other sites, is essential to serve Fort
Rucker and the many companies that perform contracted services related to rotary wing aircraft maintenance.
EOCC provides other state-of-the-art occupational programs and transfer programs with a tradition of excellence
and guaranteed transferability in compliance with the Statewide Transfer and Articulation Reporting System
(STARTS) Program.
Relevance, quality, and low cost are the reasons EOCC is an excellent choice for your post-secondary
educational training. Additional information may be found at www.eocc.edu, or by calling the Ozark Aviation
Campus at (334) 774-5113.
The Ozark Aviation Campus
The Ozark Aviation Campus offers many aviation programs, including General Aviation Technology, Aviation
Maintenance Technology, and Avionics Technology. The college works with community industries to offer
associate degrees in Simulator Systems Technology, preparing students for entry into the skilled work force. The
College also offers transferable academic courses, Adult Education programs, and accelerated courses for
qualified high school students.
Wallace Community College
Wallace Community College (WCC) offers instruction in Dothan (Wallace Campus), Eufaula (Sparks Campus),
and Fort Rucker, maintaining an average enrollment of nearly 4,000 students in credit courses and 2,000 students
in non-credit programs and services.
Wallace is best-known for its excellent allied health and nursing programs, which include associate degrees and
practical nursing, emergency medical services, medical assisting, physical therapy assistant, radiologic
technology, and respiratory therapy. The college also provides career and technical education in 14 fields: air
conditioning and refrigeration, auto body repair, automotive technology, business and office information
processing, cabinetmaking, carpentry, child development, computer information science, cosmetology, criminal
justice, drafting and design technology, industrial automation technology, masonry, and welding.
Wallace Community College also affords the opportunity for students to complete the first two years of a fouryear degree without having to leave home. Attending Wallace not only saves money, but it also offers a smoother
transition from high school into college. Smaller classes allow for individual instruction and the opportunity for
students to ask questions and hold meaningful discussions with their instructors and classmates. Students also
enjoy the college’s distance learning program, which allows students to study at their convenience and in the
comfort of their own homes.
The WCC Fort Rucker Center is conveniently located on base in Building 4502 on Kingsman Street. Instruction
at this site includes practical nursing, cosmetology, and nail technology. These are short-term training programs
(2-3 semesters) leading to certification, licensure, and employment in the chosen career field. All programs are
open to soldiers, family members, and civilians.
Wallace also offers a variety of short-term training opportunities at its Center for Economic and Workforce
Development. These programs include adult education, WorkKeys testing services, continuing education, and
work force development programs.
For more information, call (334) 983-3521 or toll free at (800) 543-2426. Please visit the college Web site at
www.wallace.edu.
LIBRARY
Located at 416 James Street, the Ozark-Dale County Library provides free access to quality materials and
information to all residents of the area. The library features 62,000 items, including multimedia, periodicals and
reference materials, and the facility is equipped with high-speed Internet service, genealogy assistance, a young
adult section and a virtual library complete with various databases. The library also organizes a number of
programs for its patrons, including children’s reading workshops, education classes, and a range of educational
entertainment. The library is open Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday and Saturday
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Residents of the Ozark Area can rest assured that the finest medical care is available nearby. The Dale Medical
Center is an 89-bed acute-care facility that offers a number of specialties, including cardiology, family practice,
hospice, neurology, physical therapy, surgery, and more. A recently expanded emergency room provides 13
treatment rooms and quicker and more comfortable care.
The center offers many innovative services, including an open MRI, Statmed Family Medical Clinic, Ambulatory
Surgery Center, and an outpatient rehab clinic, all designed to identify the needs of the community, and to offer
the most comprehensive and affordable treatments possible.
Ozark Health & Rehab is a skilled-nursing facility specializing in long-term care and short-term rehabilitation.
The center provides physical therapy for orthopedic, muscoskeletal, and neuromuscular conditions, and
occupational therapy for patients who need to regain daily living skills. The professionally trained and licensed
staff utilizes the most advanced treatments and technology, in an effort to rehabilitate patients to the greatest
extent possible, offering quality care close to home.
SENIOR SERVICES
Providence Home Assisted Living Residences is designed for seniors who are in need of assistance with daily
living tasks. Located at 171 Grimes Road, Providence offers private rooms and suites, and flexible service plans
that allow residents to customize care to their needs. Providence Home maintains a beautiful atmosphere and a
balance of support and caring encouragement.
Oakview Manor Health Care Center is a 138-bed skilled-nursing facility located on Mixon School Road in
Ozark. Oakview Manor offers long-term care provided by licensed personnel in a caring and respectful
environment. Oakview also provides short-term care, utilizing aggressive rehabilitation programs. All residents
have access to a variety of activities, meeting all spiritual, recreational, social and emotional needs.
Ozark’s government consists of a mayor and five council members who work together to represent the will of its
residents. Dale County is governed by a commission chairman, and four commission members.
The Ozark Police Department is made up of 56 officers and consists of a criminal investigations bureau,
administration, animal control, and patrol division. The officers patrol the 35 square miles within city limits.
With an emphasis on community education and participation, the Ozark area maintains a safe environment.
Dale County currently encompasses 561 miles, which fall under the jurisdiction of the Dale County Sheriff’s
Department. The department consists of deputies, auxiliary deputies, jail and office personnel, and an aviation
unit.
The aviation unit assists in search and rescue operations and anti-drug operations and is available to neighboring
law enforcement agencies. The unit is capable of locating missing people and aiding in emergency situations. The
aircraft is also equipped to locate Alzheimer’s patients or “wanderers” as part of the Project Lifesaver.
The Ozark Fire Department has 49 employees and four EMT Rescue Units spread among four companies and
three stations. Working 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, firefighters not only respond to emergencies, but also
prevent them by promoting fire safety throughout the community.
There are 13 Volunteer Fire Departments in Dale County. A station is located in each of the communities, made
up of volunteers. These organizations come together to assist one another when needed. They are funded through
local efforts of the communities.
Ozark’s history has been largely influenced by Fort Rucker, which traces its origins to the early stages of World
War II. Following the massive mobilization of troops in 1942, Camp Rucker was established for training of
soldiers. After several periods of inactivity, it became even more central when the Army Aviation School
relocated there.
Today, Fort Rucker covers an area of 63,000 acres and employs over 7,500 civilians. The total population of the
fort is 16,000. A large amount of military families resides in the area, and about 54,000 retired army and family
members live within 40 miles of the fort. Fort Rucker, with a payroll of $1.2 billion, is vital to the economy and
way of life of the wiregrass area.
Lake Tholocco, located on Fort Rucker, is 650 acres and provides fishing piers, swimming, boating, water-skiing,
windsurfing, piers, picnic areas, a playground and bathrooms. The West Beach (Engineer Beach) has camping
areas and campsites with water, showers, electricity, pavilions and grills.
The U.S. Army Aviation Museum contains many one-of-a-kind aircraft and has one of the largest helicopter
collections in the world, tracing history and significant developments. Admission is free.
There are over 100 churches in Ozark and Dale County, representing many denominations. Religion has played a
large part in the area’s development, and the community still values the services that each church provides and
contributes to the community. Many churches that date back to the 1800s are still active, including Claybank
Church, built in 1852, the oldest original church building standing today in the southern region. Churches and
families are the heart of any community. Ozark and Dale County are no different.
In addition, there are a number of active groups, including civic clubs and community organizations, that are
devoted to creating a stronger interfaith community, providing leadership and helping the needy.
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Building Materials
Communications/Broadcasting
Contractors/Construction
Education
Financial
Flooring/Wallcovering
Government
Health
Home Maintenance/Improvement
Insurance
Library
Lodging
Manufacturing
Miscellaneous
Newspapers/Magazines/Publications
Real Estate
Retail/Shopping
Senior Services
Spas/Salons
Transportation
Utilities
Worship
Building Materials
Ozark Building Supply Co., Inc.
Randall Woodard
P.O. Box 728
652 W. Roy Parker Rd.
Ozark, AL
36361
334-779-9391
Fax: 334-774-9254
obsi@graceba.net
Communications/Broadcasting
WOAB Oldies 104.9
J.B.
P.O. Box 1109
Hwy 27 West
Ozark, AL
36361
334-498-3008
woab@charter.net
www.woab1049.net
Contractors/Construction
Blankenship Construction
Mark Blankenship
244 Young Ave.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-618-1368
Fax: 334-445-0161
bconstruction244@charterinternet.com
Education
Ozark City Schools
Diane Holman
994 Andrews Ave.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-4913
Fax: 334-774-2685
dholman@ocbe.k12.al.us
www.ozarkcityschools.net
Education
Elevations School of Dance, LLC
Holle Hartzog Smith
164 Yancey St.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-445-4414
elevations@centurytel.net
Financial
Army Aviation Center Federal Credit Union
Lisa Hales
1184 East Andrews
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-4929
Fax: 334-598-4711
lhales@aacfcu.com
www.aacfcu.com
Financial
The Commercial Bank of Ozark
Charles D. Harper
P.O. Box 1029
208 South Merrick Ave.
Ozark, AL
36361
888-446-1775
Fax: 334-774-1309
edharper@cbozark.com
www.cbozark.com
Financial
PeoplesSouth Bank
Steve Stevens
P.O. Box 1165
211 W. Reynold St.
Ozark, AL
36361
334-445-0037
Fax: 334-445-1816
www.peoplessouth.com
Flooring/Wallcovering
Ben Baker Flooring LLC
Nancy Baker
396 Andrews Ave.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-445-2866
Fax: 334-733-0665
bbflooring@charterinternet.com
Government
Ozark Housing Community
Dave Madden
P.O. Box 566
241 Ed Lisenby Dr.
Ozark, AL
36361
334-774-8210
haozark@charter.net
Government
City of Ozark
Billy William E. Blackwell
P.O. Box 1987
275 N. Union Ave.
Ozark, AL
36361
334-774-3300
Fax: 334-445-0517
clerk@ozarkalabama.us
www.ozarkalabama.us
Health
Dale Medical Center
Sheila Dunn
126 Hospital Dr.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-2601
Fax: 334-774-0258
sdunn@dalemedical.org
www.dalemedical.org
Health
Dale Medical Center
Sheila Dunn
126 Hospital Dr.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-2601
Fax: 334-774-0258
sdunn@dalemedical.org
www.dalemedical.org
Health
Ozark Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Amacie Smith
312 Bryan Dr.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-2561
amacie.smith@northporthealth.com
www.northporthealthservices.com
Health
Crowder Orthodontics
Pat Flowers
206 Executive Park Dr.
Dothan, AL
36303-2148
334-792-5124
Fax: 334-793-2049
pat@crowderortho.com
www.crowderortho.com
Home Maintenance/Improvement
Sullivan Custom Builder, L.L.C.
Jr. Sullivan
3177 West Roy Parker Rd.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-797-2005
Fax: 334-774-1992
tsull@centurytel.net
Home Maintenance/Improvement
Natural Elements Cabinet and Stone, Inc.
Harry Grainger
178 West Roy Parker Rd.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-797-9052
Fax: 334-774-1943
naturalelementsinc@gmail.com
Home Maintenance/Improvement
Badcock Home Furniture & More
Stanley Enfinger
1548 South Hwy 231, Ste. C
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-5174
Fax: 334-774-2253
www.badcock.com
Home Maintenance/Improvement
All Pro Home Service Center
Donna Reeners
231 N. Ozark
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-3232
Insurance
Lanier Insurance Agcy Inc / State Farm Insurance
Cynthia W. Lanier
618 Andrews Ave.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-4938
Fax: 334-792-0815
cindy.lanier.btdq@statefarm.com
www.cindylanier.com
Library
Ozark-Dale County Public Library
Sandra J. Holmes
416 James St.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-5480
www.odcpl.com
Lodging
Quality Inn & Suites by Choice Hotels
Ben Patel
858 US Hwy. 231 South
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-7300
Fax: 334-774-1249
qiasozark@yahoo.com
www.choicehotels.com/hotel/al205
Lodging
Ozark Travel Park
Anna Allen
2414 N. US Hwy. 231
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-3219
Fax: 334-774-3219
rv@charter.net
www.ozarktravelpark.com
Lodging
All American Ozark Inn
Tabitha Blackburn
2064 Hwy 231 SouthHwy 231 South
P.O. Box 1396
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-5166
Fax: 334-774-2392
Manufacturing
Brown Manufacturing Corporation
Ricky Brown
6001 East Hwy. 27
Ozark, AL
36360
334-795-6603
Fax: 334-795-3029
rickybrown@brownmfgcorp.com
www.brownmfgcorp.com
Miscellaneous
All American Tree Service
Henry "Hank" Stratton
135 Private Rd., 1317
Ozark, AL
36360
334-445-2376
spankywithit@hotmail.com
Newspapers/Magazines/Publications
The Southern Star
Joseph H. Adams
428 East Andrews Ave.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-2715
Fax: 334-774-9619
southstar@centurytel.net
www.thesouthernstaronline.com
Real Estate
Brannon Walker Realty, LLC
Peggy Brannon
217 Hwy. 231 North
Ozark, AL
36360
334-790-0601
Fax: 334-445-3002
pegbrannon@charter.net
www.brannonwalkerrealty.com
Real Estate
R & S Development LLC
Melinda Rein
910 Moseware
Ozark, AL
36360
334-445-0497
mhrein@dishmail.net
Real Estate
Cindy Lackey / Exit Success Realty
Cindy Lackey
1208 Rucker Blvd., Ste. A
Enterprise, AL
36330
334-774-3948
Fax: 334-347-3197
cindylackey@hotmail.com
Real Estate
Dee Gilbert / Exit Success Realty
Dee Gilbert
1208 Rucker Blvd., Ste. A
Enterprise, AL
36330
334-432-3422
Fax: 334-347-3197
maideester@gmail.com
www.deecide2sell.com
Real Estate
HomeTown Realty, LLC - Leisa Johnson
Leisa Johnson
844 Hwy 231 North
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-4663
Fax: 334-774-0810
ljohnson447@charter.net
www.hometownrealtyozark.com
Retail/Shopping
Walmart
Steve Lawrence
Store 740 1537 S. Hwy. 231
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-0272
Fax: 334-774-2815
www.walmart.com
Retail/Shopping
Barefield's
Mike Barefield
115 E. Court Sq.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-0422
Fax: 334-445-1525
barefield.mike@gmail.com
Senior Services
Extendicare Assisted Living Facilities / Providence Home Assisted Living Residence
Wanda Smith/Shiela Cobb
171 Grimes Rd.
Ozark, AL
30360
334-774-0364
Fax: 334-699-3948
wsmith@extendicarehealth.com
www.extendicarehealth.com
Spas/Salons
Southern Reflections Salon & Day Spa / Merle Norman Cosmetic Studios
Kim Shepard
1177 Andrews Ave.
Martindale Plaza
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-1816
Fax: 334-774-2900
shep4christ@aol.com
www.southernreflectionsdayspa.com
Transportation
Professional Helicopter Pilots Association
Sharon Diaz
354 South Daleville Ave.
Daleville, AL
36322
866-367-7472
Fax: 334-598-1031
www.autorotate.org
Utilities
CenturyTel
Jennifer Love Doherty
206 West Troy St.
Dothan, AL
36303
800-201-4102
Fax: 334-792-4128
www.centurytel.com
Utilities
Ozark Utilities Board
Donald K. Hallford
P.O. Box 1125
421 North Union Ave.
Ozark, AL
36361
334-774-5708
Fax: 334-774-4226
dkhallford@ozarkalabama.us
www.ozarkalabama.us
Utilities
Dale County Water Authority
Paula Hancock
283 Campus Drive
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-3331
Fax: 334-774-9744
dcwah2o@charterinternet.com
Worship
Dale County Christian School / Ewell Bible Baptist Church
Mark Barker
Hwy 27 N.
Ozark, AL
36360
334-774-4127
principal@ewellbaptist.org
www.ewellbaptist.org
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