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Tag: Alabama

Morbidology the Podcast - 231: Billy Jack Gaither

Morbidology the Podcast – 231: Billy Jack Gaither

By Emily G. Thompson

Sylacauga is a small town in central Alabama, nestled amid the rolling hills and forests of Talladega County. Back in the 1990s, this tight-knit community was so diminutive that it lacked fundamental establishments such as motels, restaurants, or even a solitary traffic signal. The town's limited size fostered a culture where nearly everyone was familiar with each other. Within the context of small-town Alabama, individuals within the LGBTQ+ community often chose to conceal their identities. Many found solace in relocating to the more embracing city of Birmingham. In 1999, the world would come to learn exactly why.

Nov 20, 2023  •  3 min read

Opelika Jane Doe: Amore Joveah Wiggins

Opelika Jane Doe: Amore Joveah Wiggins

By Emily G. Thompson

On 28 January, 2012,, at Brook Haven Trailer Park on Hurst St. in Opelika, Alabama, Yvonne Johnson's young son was playing behind their home when he stumbled upon a small human skull. Startled, he quickly returned home and informed his mother, who promptly contacted the police.

Apr 6, 2023  •  7 min read

The Final Hike of Jolee Callan

The Final Hike of Jolee Callan

By Emily G. Thompson

In August of 2015, Loren Bunner posted scenic photographs of his ex-girlfriend, Jolee Callan, on a hike. Moments later, he shot her twice in the head and threw her body from the cliff.

Dec 16, 2021  •  5 min read


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