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Commission approves opioid settlement, two changes in workforce classification
The Covington County Commission approved an agreement for an opioid settlement with Cardinal Health and also approved two changes in workforce classification at a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 23. According to Administrator Karen Sowell, the opioid settlement is an allocation agreement sent from attorneys representing the County Commission Association. “Everyone must approve the […] The post Commission approves opioid settlement, two changes in workforce classification appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Free course aims to promote public safety, prevent mass violence
ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WTVY) - According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), many acts of violence are preventable if people know the indicators to look for. To help promote public safety, the Threat Evaluation and Reporting Overview (TERO) is being offered by DHS throughout the United States. “In today’s day...
Zion Chapel hosts Area Softball Tournament
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Class 2A No. 3-ranked Zion Chapel Lady Rebels played host to the 2A, Area 4 Tournament on Monday, welcoming Pike Liberal Arts, Goshen, Highland Home and Luverne in for the tournament. Zion Chapel swept their way through the first two rounds of the...
Ariton falls to GW Long in Area Championship
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... In back-to-back games on Tuesday, the Ariton Lady Purple Cats lost to the GW Long Lady Rebels in the Class 2A, Area 3 Championship. Ariton went into the championship round undefeated – having beaten Long on Monday – and needed just one more win to take the championship, while Long had to win back-to-back games to take the crown in the double elimination tournament.
Enterprise girl wows audience ahead of Carnegie Hall performance
ENTERPRISE, Ala (WDHN) — A 9-year-old from Enterprise set to play at the prestigious Carnegie Hall this summer took the stage at Enterprise State Community College to show off her talents. Alice Pack, an Enterprise State Community College Youth and Community Orchestra member, was chosen to perform on June...
Andalusia ends season, falls short to Oak Grove in round two
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Andalusia forced a third game but fell in extra innings at Oak Grove as the season ended in the second round of the 4A state baseball playoffs on Saturday, April 27. The Bulldogs close out the year with a final record of 16-12, while...
CCA students explore ancient wonders
By Staff Reports Crenshaw Christian Academy (CCA) students MalLee Williams, MyLee Williams and Bella Lane recently embarked on an enriching journey through the ancient lands of Greece and Turkey, accompanied by peers from McKenzie, Ft. Dale and Morgan Academy. Spanning 11 days, the expedition took them through iconic destinations including Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes and […] The post CCA students explore ancient wonders appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Grants funds to reduce energy costs for Crenshaw County families
By: Amy Lewis A recent news release from the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) reported that Gov. Kay Ivey has recently allocated grants exceeding $5.8 million to organizations aiding low-income residents in reducing their energy costs through home weatherization. The funds, part of Alabama’s Weatherization Assistance Program, target enhancing energy efficiency and […] The post Grants funds to reduce energy costs for Crenshaw County families appeared first on Luverne Journal.
New travel center coming to Enterprise, catered to truck drivers
ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WTVY) - A new travel center is on its way to Enterprise. The city broke ground on Friday for the Legacy Truck Stop and Travel Plaza, an $8 million project. Located at the intersection of Salem Road and Highway 167, it’s the first major center catered towards truckers.
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.
Full schedule invigorates community
An Editorial Opinion of The Luverne Journal As winter gives way to spring and nature explodes in full bloom, communities are coming alive with a full schedule of activities, something for everyone to enjoy. In Crenshaw County, the historical society opened its museum for its monthly open house, allowing locals and visitors to glimpse early […] The post Full schedule invigorates community appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Crenshaw County Community Calendar April 30
To submit an event to be included in this space, please email news@luvernejournal.com with the subject line “Local briefs.” Limit entries to the most pertinent information (think five W’s – who, what, when, where, and why). National Day of Prayer The National Day of Prayer will be observed on the courthouse steps May 2 […] The post Crenshaw County Community Calendar April 30 appeared first on Luverne Journal.
National Day of Prayer event being planned for May 2
The community is invited to join a special service on Thursday, May 2, noon, at the Covington Courthouse Square in Andalusia for the National Day of Prayer. Earl V. Johnson, Mayor of the City of Andalusia, signed a Proclamation declaring May 2, 2024, as National Day of Prayer for the community. The Proclamation reminds us […] The post National Day of Prayer event being planned for May 2 appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
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.
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