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Crossover Ministry reveals changes in leadership at banquet
It was a bittersweet celebration at Crossover Ministries’ annual banquet held Tuesday in Opp as longtime director James “Red” Coleman announced his departure from the faith-based addiction recovery program while also naming his predecessor. In addition to the change in leadership, the event also comes on the heels of a fire in February that damaged […] The post Crossover Ministry reveals changes in leadership at banquet appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Crenshaw County Arrests April 8-15
April 8 • Kenya Kayshawn Casey, 23 – Failure to appear possession marijuana second • Benjamin Kilpatrick, 39 – Hold for outside agency April 9 • Chris E. Stevenson, 38 – Reckless endangerment, criminal mischief third, receiving stolen property first, attempting to elude police, certain person forbidden possession of firearm April 11 • George Anthony […] The post Crenshaw County Arrests April 8-15 appeared first on Luverne Journal.
COLUMN: Remember When: History of Andalusia garden clubs
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The first written mention of garden clubs in Andalusia was penned in The Andalusia Star, March and April 1917 editions. “The Andalusia Garden Club boys held an enthusiastic meeting Saturday. This club organized March 1, 1917 is composed of East Three Notch Street and Pleasant Hill boys from 4 to 16 years of age. The object of this club is to beautify vacant lots on East Three Notch Street and Pleasant Hill (Montgomery Street area back then). Mrs. T. E. Henderson was the leader of these husky youngsters.”
Butler County Arrests April 15-21
Butler County Arrests April 15-21 April 15 Treveon Tyrek Raine, 21 – Possession of marijuana first April 16 Korsdell Ball, 25 – Possession of marijuana first Ashton G. Fails, 19 – Theft of property fourth Jacob Lee Lawley, 28 – Domestic violence second assault second Dennis C. Searight, 37 – Disorderly conduct/disturbing the […] The post Butler County Arrests April 15-21 appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Three killed in Covington County crash
COVINGTON COUNTY, Ala (WDHN) — Three women from Tennessee were killed in Covington County over the weekend in a three-vehicle crash. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, on Sunday morning, a 2015 Ford F150 was driving down Highway 28 near Andalusia when the truck hit a 2022 Honda Passport. The truck continued down the road and collided head-on with a Hyundai Genesis.
Spotlight on Butler, Covington, Crenshaw & Lowndes: Economic Engines
The automotive sector remains the largest employer in Butler County — approximately 1,110 workers — while automotive suppliers Hwashin America has more than 800 employees. The Tier 1 chassis and body parts supplier expanded in 2022 and 2023, with an investment of about $23 million bringing 167 jobs.
Meeks earns diver certification to enhance search, rescue abilities
By Haley Mitchell Godwin Zachary Meeks, captain with the Bullock Community Volunteer Fire Department, recently completed the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI®) Open Water Diver certification course through Vernon, Florida-based S.E.A. Divers. Meeks embarked on the new journey with the goal of enhancing his capacity for aiding his community and the surrounding areas. Meeks’ […] The post Meeks earns diver certification to enhance search, rescue abilities appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Reid State awarded grant, transforms nursing program
In a significant boost to healthcare education and workforce development in rural Alabama, Reid State Technical College (RSTC) announced its March 29 receipt of nearly $450,000 in grant funding from the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) through the Delta Workforce Grant Program (DWP). This investment is part of over $10 million allocated across 23 projects in […] The post Reid State awarded grant, transforms nursing program appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Harris selected as AOPA’s Office Professional of the Year
The Andalusia Office Professionals Association selected Tiffany Harris as Office Professional of the Year at the organization’s 46th annual banquet held Tuesday, April 16, at Big Mike’s Steakhouse. Harris works at PowerSouth and has been a member of AOPA for nearly two years. “I feel honored. It’s nice to work somewhere that my work is […] The post Harris selected as AOPA’s Office Professional of the Year appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Three Notch Medical Center adds third nurse practitioner to staff
Three Notch Medical Center PC welcomes the addition of Stephanie E. Hattaway CRNP to its staff. Mrs. Hattaway, a 1996 graduate of Opp High School is glad to return home after a 23 year hiatus. After her nursing degree and years of clinical experience she went back to school and graduated from The University of South Alabama with a masters degree in Family Practice Nursing.
School board recognizes highest achievers
By Lanell Downs Smith The Crenshaw County Board of Education recognized the top two highest achieving seniors, the valedictorian and salutatorian, from each school at its April 15 meeting. Honorees were (bottom row, left to right) Highland Home School (HHS) Valedictorian Abbie Lee Herring and Brantley High School Ansley Michelle Brunson and (top row, left […] The post School board recognizes highest achievers appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Where does the time go?
By Lanell Smith Last week my best friend’s granddaughter participated in a pageant at her school. Marley Anne Brown was just one of many beautiful young ladies who displayed their talents for our communities to enjoy. Her grandmother sent me photos from the event and as I viewed them and considered other young ladies displaying […] The post Where does the time go? appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Carter selected as recipient of Troy’s Outstanding Future Educator Award
A Straughn High School graduate was recognized for outstanding achievements in academics, leadership, and service during Troy University’s annual Honors Convocation on Monday, April 15. Callie Carter, a 2022 graduate of SHS and a junior at Troy, was named as the award recipient for this year’s Susan Gibson Vance Outstanding Future Educator. Carter credits much […] The post Carter selected as recipient of Troy’s Outstanding Future Educator Award appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
COLUMN: April is National Volunteer Month
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... April is a special month for all hospices, as it is National Volunteer Month. Though we appreciate our volunteers daily, having a special month to honor them is dear to our hearts. In 1974, President Richard Nixon signed an executive order establishing April as...
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