Fundraiser helps pilot

Friends and family members of Scott Newton braved the storming rain Saturday to help raise $4,600 to help with Newton's medical expenses following a May 11, 2018 experimental plane crash that left him hospitalized until June 29.

Held at the Flomaton Fire Station and sponsored in part by MedStar Ambulance, barbecue plates and raffle items helped raise the money.

Newton said he had hoped to show up for Saturday's event, but simply couldn't find the strength; however he issued his thanks.

"It really surprised me with all the businesses and individuals who donated and with all the people turnin...