The Trip Walton Show | Holiday Travel & Safety Tips for East Alabama

The holidays bring busy roads, packed shopping centers, and more drivers who are distracted, rushed, or driving impaired. In this episode of The Trip Walton Show, host Betty Burns sits down with co-host Trip Walton, “The Fighter,” to talk about real-world holiday travel safety tips for East Alabama and West Georgia.

Trip and Betty cover what they see every year during the holidays, including fender benders in shopping centers like Tiger Town, increased delivery traffic, impaired driving after holiday parties, porch pirates, vehicle break-ins, and the risks that come with leaving town on vacation. They also share practical tips on how families can protect themselves, their vehicles, their packages, and their homes during the busiest travel season of the year.

This episode is packed with local insight, common sense advice, and reminders that can help you avoid becoming the next holiday accident statistic.

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In this episode of The Trip Walton Show, host Betty Burns sits down with Mary Roberson, Lee County Circuit Clerk, for a clear and engaging conversation about what the Circuit Clerk’s Office does, why it matters, and how strong leadership defines the culture of public service.

Mary breaks down the real responsibilities of the clerk’s office in simple, practical terms. From handling civil and criminal filings to processing passports, managing jury duty, supporting judges and attorneys, and helping citizens navigate the court system, she gives listeners an inside look at an office most people interact with only during major life events.

We also talk through the misconceptions people often have about the courts, what citizens should expect when their case enters the system, how the office balances professionalism and compassion, and how modernization and technology have changed the way the public engages with the courts.

A central theme of this episode is leadership and organizational health. Mary and Betty talk honestly about the principle that if the top isn’t healthy, nothing is. Culture flows from leadership, and the way a leader sets expectations, communicates, and supports their team directly impacts the experience citizens have when they walk into a public office.

Whether you’re a resident curious about how the court system works, someone who has interacted with the courts, or a listener interested in leadership and community service, this episode offers a thoughtful, behind the scenes look at one of Lee County’s most important offices.

To Learn more about Lee County Alabama's court systems, Passports, Filings, Evidence retention and more - check out their website at https://lee.alacourt.gov/

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Upholding the Rule of Law with Sheriff Jay Jones

This week on The Trip Walton Show, Betty sat down with Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones — a lifelong public servant, community leader, and one of the most respected voices in Alabama law enforcement.

In this candid conversation, Sheriff Jones shares:

• How he began his career in law enforcement and the mentors who shaped his path
• His unwavering belief in the Rule of Law as the foundation of a safe and fair society
• The stringent hiring standards and continuous training his department enforces to ensure the best officers serve our community
• Current crime trends in Lee County and what’s being done to address them
• The importance of community engagement, from youth outreach to the Lee County Sheriff’s Foundation, Self Defense Courses, and events like Trunk or Treat
• His priorities for the year ahead, including officer wellness, training, and equipping deputies with the right tools for success

This episode reminds us that law enforcement and community trust go hand in hand — and that leadership, integrity, and accountability matter more than ever.

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