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Storms sweep through Crenshaw County overnight
South Alabama residents endured a tumultuous night as severe weather impacted the region from Thursday into Friday morning. The National Weather Service in Mobile and the Crenshaw County Emergency Management Agency Director Elliot Jones reported widespread impact, with 31 roadway locations affected by fallen trees including South Glenwood Road, Sheep Trail Road, Weed Road, South […] The post Storms sweep through Crenshaw County overnight appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Crenshaw County Arrests 4/17 – May 6
April 17 * Corey Andrew Walden, 37 – Public intoxication, SORNA violation April 18 * Jacob Darren Ray, 26 – Attempting to elude police * Shapale LA Austin, 45 – Hold for other agency * Ricky Allen Beck, Jr., 40 – Hold for other agency * Shawnterra Oteana-Shawma Christian, 36 – Hold for outside […] The post Crenshaw County Arrests 4/17 – May 6 appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Update: Thunderstorms with damaging winds in Covington County Friday
On Friday at 4:27 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 4:45 a.m. for Covington County. Residents should prepare for wind gusts of up to 70 mph. "At 4:27 a.m., severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles north of...
Overnight Alabama storms shake houses, down trees, power lines, leave schools in dark
Overnight thunderstorms on Thursday night into Friday morning again shook houses, downed trees and power lines and forced Oak Mountain Elementary School to switch to remote learning, and Butler County schools to cancel classes, because of power outages. It was the latest in a series of storms that brought tornadoes...
Extensive storm damage in Butler County
Severe weather passed through Butler County overnight, leaving extensive damage in its wake. Christi Scruggs, communications director for Pioneer Electric, reported that the storm caused numerous broken poles and trees on power lines. “All the guys are out and working to fix things as quickly and safely as possible,” Scruggs said. Rosie Till, Emergency Management […] The post Extensive storm damage in Butler County appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Photos: Severe weather damage across central Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Viewers are submitting their photos and videos showing the damage caused by severe weather that moved through central Alabama Thursday night. There were multiple reports in areas like Greenville, where straight-line winds toppled trees and knocked powerlines down across roads. In Tuskegee, trees and powerlines fell...
Former U.S. Army soldier from Andalusia found guilty of murdering pregnant soldier: USDOJ
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — A former U.S. Army soldier who murdered a 19-year-old pregnant soldier was convicted for what one attorney called “a horrific act of violence” 22 years later, according to the United States Department of Justice. The soldier, 43-year-old Shannon L. Wilkerson, was found guilty...
Greenville chase ends with Montgomery crash
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - An investigation is underway after a suspect led law enforcement on a chase from Greenville to Montgomery Friday afternoon. Greenville Police Chief Justin Lovvorn said it started with a call about a local business theft. Officers tried to pull the suspected car over, but the driver allegedly refused to stop and went north on Interstate 65.
The Peanut Patch, newest addition to county’s retail landscape
By Haley Mitchell Godwin A ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house was held May 3 to celebrate the opening of The Peanut Patch gift shop, located within B & B Discount Drugs in Luverne. The event, attended by locals and dignitaries alike, welcomed patrons to explore the new addition to the pharmacy and the unique items […] The post The Peanut Patch, newest addition to county’s retail landscape appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Butler County Arrests April 29 – May 5
April 29 * Amanda Beasley, 36 – Unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, probation violation, promoting prison contraband * Taneshia Deshawn Crenshaw, 35 – Domestic violence third criminal mischief, domestic violence third harassment, failure to appear/comply/pay * Jaeda Arielle Rochelle, 25 – Possession of marijuana second, drug paraphernalia first offense April 30 * […] The post Butler County Arrests April 29 – May 5 appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Crenshaw County observes National Day of Prayer
By Haley Mitchell Godwin The steps of the Crenshaw County Courthouse were transformed into a sanctuary of unity and reflection May 2, as citizens gathered to observe the National Day of Prayer (NDP). Jack Anderson, director of missions for the Alabama-Crenshaw Baptist Association, welcomed attendees and introduced the theme for the annual event, “Lift Up […] The post Crenshaw County observes National Day of Prayer appeared first on Luverne Journal.
GALLERY: CCBOE approves Wilson as PHS assistant principal
The Covington County Board of Education approved 18 personnel matters including the naming of an assistant principal at Pleasant Home School during a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 7. Tony Wilson, who has been the counselor at PHS, will move into the assistant principal role beginning in the next school year. He will replace […] The post GALLERY: CCBOE approves Wilson as PHS assistant principal appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
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