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Taken Too Soon

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by Gainesville Times

4.8(40 reviews)
18 episodes
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A gripping series delving into the unsolved cold cases of Hall County, Ga. Season two focuses on the case of Holly Fox Strickland, a young mother living in Oakwood who disappeared from her home on Feb. 3, 2014. Five days later, her body was found in her backyard. Her assailant has yet to be apprehended, leaving her family and the community searching for justice and closure. Catch up on Season 1: The debut season shines a spotlight on the tragic and mysterious case of Elaine Nix, an 18-year-old whose life was cut short almost 25 years ago. On Sept. 29, 1999, Elaine Nix's body was discovered in a wooded area near a Buford industrial park, nine days after she was last seen using a payphone off Candler Road. Despite extensive investigations, her killer remains at large, leaving her family and the community yearning for answers.

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8/9/2024

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October 10, 2025

Holly Fox Strickland - Episode 8: So Many Questions

<p>Holly’s case has switched hands between at least five investigators since her death in 2014. Lacking confidence that the case will be solved, her family has sought help through the Coleman-Baker Act to reexamine Holly’s homicide.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>In the Season 2 finale, the Taken Too Soon team walks through what options are available to get more resources for Holly’s case.&nbsp;</p><p>The music throughout the podcast is by Ben Ingram. </p><p>Have a tip about the case? Email <a href="mailto:podcastadmin@gainesvilletimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">podcastadmin@gainesvilletimes.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>For more local news from The Times, sign up for free newsletters at&nbsp; <a href="https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/promotions/sign-up-newsletters/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">gainesvilletimes.com/newsletters</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Businesses interested in reaching the Taken Too Soon audience, reach out to <a href="mailto:marketing@gainesvilletimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">marketing@gainesvilletimes.com</a> about sponsorship opportunities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Follow local news with The Times on social media.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gtimesnews/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @gtimesnews</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/gainesvilletimes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Gainesville Times</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@gtimesnews" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> gtimesnews</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><br/><p><a href="https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/order-tunnel/taken-too-soon-subscribe-bonus-content/#/plans" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to The Times</a> to access local news, stories from the archives about Holly and to support the kind of journalism you heard on the podcast.&nbsp;</p>

Episode thumbnail for Holly Fox Strickland - Episode 7: Whose DNA Is It?

October 3, 2025

Holly Fox Strickland - Episode 7: Whose DNA Is It?

<p>A pen found near Holly Strickland’s body and her necklace were submitted for DNA testing. After private investigators Jon and Alex Dalman got the results back, they believe it could give law enforcement a lead that could solve this case.&nbsp;</p><p>The Dalmans discuss this DNA testing while sharing their theory on the case with the Taken Too Soon team.&nbsp;</p><p>Have a tip about the case? Email <a href="mailto:podcastadmin@gainesvilletimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">podcastadmin@gainesvilletimes.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>For more local news from The Times, sign up for free newsletters at&nbsp; <a href="https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/promotions/sign-up-newsletters/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">gainesvilletimes.com/newsletters</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Businesses interested in reaching the Taken Too Soon audience, reach out to <a href="mailto:marketing@gainesvilletimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">marketing@gainesvilletimes.com</a> about sponsorship opportunities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Follow local news with The Times on social media.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gtimesnews/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @gtimesnews</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/gainesvilletimes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Gainesville Times</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@gtimesnews" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> gtimesnews</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><br/><p><a href="https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/order-tunnel/taken-too-soon-subscribe-bonus-content/#/plans" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to The Times</a> to access local news, stories from the archives about Holly and to support the kind of journalism you heard on the podcast.&nbsp;</p>

Episode thumbnail for Holly Fox Strickland - Episode 6: The Pen That Could Crack the Case

September 26, 2025

Holly Fox Strickland - Episode 6: The Pen That Could Crack the Case

<p>Alex and Jon Dalman’s line of work focuses on finding people who don’t want to be found. Years after Holly’s death, the pair took on her case and talked to people who had never shared their stories.&nbsp;</p><p>The Dalmans sit down with the Taken Too Soon team to discuss some of their findings, a piece of potential evidence and what it might take to get this case solved.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/news/taken-too-soon/taken-too-soon-the-holly-fox-strickland-story-episode-6-bonus-content/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Watch the video</a> of the bail pen that the Dalmans brought to the studio.&nbsp;</p><p>Have a tip about the case? Email <a href="mailto:podcastadmin@gainesvilletimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">podcastadmin@gainesvilletimes.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>For more local news from The Times, sign up for free newsletters at&nbsp; <a href="https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/promotions/sign-up-newsletters/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">gainesvilletimes.com/newsletters</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Businesses interested in reaching the Taken Too Soon audience, reach out to <a href="mailto:marketing@gainesvilletimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">marketing@gainesvilletimes.com</a> about sponsorship opportunities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Follow local news with The Times on social media.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gtimesnews/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @gtimesnews</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/gainesvilletimes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Gainesville Times</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@gtimesnews" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> gtimesnews</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><br/><p><a href="https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/order-tunnel/taken-too-soon-subscribe-bonus-content/#/plans" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to The Times</a> to access local news, stories from the archives about Holly and to support the kind of journalism you heard on the podcast.&nbsp;</p>

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What is Taken Too Soon?

A gripping series delving into the unsolved cold cases of Hall County, Ga.

Season two focuses on the case of Holly Fox Strickland, a young mother living in Oakwood who disappeared from her home on Feb. 3, 2014. Five days later, her body was found in her backyard.

Her assailant has yet to be apprehended, leaving her family and the community searching for justice and closure.

Catch up on Season 1: The debut season shines a spotlight on the tragic and mysterious case of Elaine Nix, an 18-year-old whose life was cut short almost 25 years ago.

On Sept. 29, 1999, Elaine Nix's body was discovered in a wooded area near a Buford industrial park, nine days after she was last seen using a payphone off Candler Road. Despite extensive investigations, her killer remains at large, leaving her family and the community yearning for answers.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates weekly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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