Causby continued, "The truth is, I'm just tired. I have thoroughly enjoyed serving the community for these 10 years, but feel that I am leaving the city in good hands. In closing I will just wish you all the best. God bless the City of Shelby, God bless this council, good luck and good night."

Finance Director Paula Roach reported that while the county has spent $38 million on storm recovery, only $7.6 million has been reimbursed by FEMA — leaving $31 million outstanding. “We are being penalized for paying our bills,” Commissioner Donnie Haulk said, noting that the delay effectively makes the county an interest-free lender to the federal government.

Meanwhile, Hunt reported that at least four DSS employees recently resigned to join the state’s new Children and Families Specialty Plan, managed by Elevance/Healthy Blue, which offers salaries up to $20,000 higher plus bonuses.

Following the initial investigation, a search of the vehicle was conducted. Deputies reported locating a suspected quantity of methamphetamine inside the car. The evidence was seized, and Molina was taken into custody without incident.

Police have released several photos of the individuals and a vehicle believed to be involved. The vehicle appears to be a Chrysler minivan. Officials noted that one person in the images was edited out after being determined not to be involved in the case.