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Auburn Alumni Association recognizes Kelley among ‘20 Under 40’
LBW Community College President Dr. Brock Kelley was recently recognized by the Auburn Alumni Association as he was selected as a 20 Under 40 award recipient. Each year, the Auburn Alumni Association’s Young Alumni Council nominates Auburn University young alumni and friends for the 20 Under 40 award. This award was established to recognize members […] The post Auburn Alumni Association recognizes Kelley among ‘20 Under 40’ appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
AHS announces updated policies for home football games
Andalusia High School announced updated policies for home football games at Bulldog Stadium to enhance safety and improve the experience for all attendees. The Bulldogs will host Pace, Florida on Friday, Sept. 20. Effective immediately, there will be a minimum age requirement and prohibited items. “At Andalusia High School, we deeply value the incredible support […] The post AHS announces updated policies for home football games appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Tickets available for Sav-A-Life Banquet on Monday, Sept. 23
The 32nd Annual Sav-A-Life Banquet will be held Monday, September 23, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Kiwanis Community Center in Andalusia. Tickets are $25 and available in the Andalusia area at Christian Book and Gift and Sav-A-Life’s Family Hope Center, in Opp at Larry’s Prescriptions, and in Florala at First Baptist Church. For more […] The post Tickets available for Sav-A-Life Banquet on Monday, Sept. 23 appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
OUTSTANDING GRADUATES: Six AHS alumni recognized at 15th annual induction ceremony
The City of Andalusia on Friday hosted the 15th induction ceremony of the W. Robert Brown Andalusia High School Outstanding Graduate Awards. This year’s honorees were Hollis Kelley, Jr.; Deidre W. Smith, Dr. Zack Studstill, Bill Tunnell, Sue Williams Wiggins, and James Arthur Wilson. Hollis Kelley Jr., Class of 1984, is a financial advisor and […] The post OUTSTANDING GRADUATES: Six AHS alumni recognized at 15th annual induction ceremony appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
County, city discussing possible pool facility
The Covington County Commission approved sharing the cost of a feasibility study for a public pool with the City of Andalusia at a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 10. The total cost of the feasibility study is $25,500 with the county’s portion set at $12,750. Chairman Greg White said that Dist. 2 commissioner Michael […] The post County, city discussing possible pool facility appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Pursuit suspect will stay in jail after probation violation
Suspect was convicted in 2016 of manslaughter after crash A McKenzie man who led Andalusia police on a high-speed pursuit last week will remain in jail due to violating his probation. Wyatt Vogail Sexton, 31, was fleeing from police along Prestwood Bridge Road, but was ultimately caught and arrested. Sexton was on probation following a […] The post Pursuit suspect will stay in jail after probation violation appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Six LBW students sign apprenticeships with Shaw
Shaw Industries Group, Inc. and LBW Community College welcomed six student apprentices at a recent signing day ceremony. The LBW industrial electronics students formally committed to a mechatronics technician apprenticeship at Shaw’s Andalusia manufacturing facility. Accepting the apprentice positions were sophomores Wyatt Brooks of Florala, Cohl Foshee of Andalusia, Dylan Jackson of Andalusia, Shawn Odor […] The post Six LBW students sign apprenticeships with Shaw appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
NWF offering fall forestry workshops
This fall, the National Wildlife Federation is offering free forestry workshops in Covington County, focusing on underserved and minority landowners. The workshops will cover longleaf pine management, wildlife conservation, prescribed burning, and heirs’ property rights. Officials describe the workshops as a “great way to connect with fellow landowners and learn practical skills from forestry experts.” […] The post NWF offering fall forestry workshops appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Andalusia BOE approves $25 million budget
System plans special honor for the late Dr. David McCalman The Andalusia City Schools Board of Education passed a FY25 budget and discussed proposed projects that could be funded through funds from the city’s education sales tax. The approved budget anticipates $25.27 million in both revenue and expenses. Most of the school system’s revenue will […] The post Andalusia BOE approves $25 million budget appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Andalusia Chamber holds ribbon cutting for Kilcrease Veterinary Hospital
The Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Kilcrease Veterinary Hospital on Tuesday, Sept. 10. Among those in attendance were owner Ethan Kilcrease, cutting the ribbon; KVH staff members, Carrie Sowell and Danielle Sightler; parents, Lorrie and Eddie Kilcrease; brother, Dustin Kilcrease; girlfriend, Laura Lea Blatz; AACC Executive Director Mellisa King, left […] The post Andalusia Chamber holds ribbon cutting for Kilcrease Veterinary Hospital appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
DAR to kick off Constitution Day activities
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution urges Americans to reflect on the United States Constitution during this month’s annual observance in honor this foundational document of national governance. Andalusia Mayor Earl Johnson will sign a proclamation for Constitution Day on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The Old Three Notch Chapter of DAR has given back […] The post DAR to kick off Constitution Day activities appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Sponsors sought for AAC’s annual ‘Praying Hands’
The City of Andalusia’s Adult Activity Center and Senior Nutrition staff members are seeking sponsors for their annual Praying Hands program. The staff organizes the gift drive for senior citizens each fall, making sure that no seniors are forgotten at Christmas. Adult Activity Center director Sonja Godwin said she and other staff members are asking […] The post Sponsors sought for AAC’s annual ‘Praying Hands’ appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Violent carjacker receives 32-year sentence
A Covington County man was sentenced this week in federal court to 32 years on charges related to a violent carjacking in 2022. Kenneth Lamar Douglas, 49, of Andalusia was convicted in April of multiple federal crimes, including carjacking, brandishing a firearm during the commission of a violent crime, and being a felon in possession […] The post Violent carjacker receives 32-year sentence appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Four alumni will be inducted into AHS Hall of Fame
Four stand-out athletes and alumni of Andalusia High School will be inducted into the school’s Football Hall of Fame today. An official induction ceremony honoring John Henry Daniels, Waverly “Boot” Flowers, Leon Hattaway, and David Moore will be held at the City Hall auditorium Friday, Sept. 13, following a homecoming parade that is scheduled to […] The post Four alumni will be inducted into AHS Hall of Fame appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Commission chairman Greg White completes ACCA training
Covington County Commission Chairman Greg White recently joined an elite group of Alabama county officials by completing 120 hours of professional development training — training on the responsibilities of the county commission — from the Alabama Local Government Training Institute (ALGTI). Chairman White was recognized for his achievements at the Association of County Commissions of […] The post Commission chairman Greg White completes ACCA training appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Andalusia council approves budget for 2025 fiscal year
The Andalusia City Council last week approved a budget for fiscal year 2025. The budget forecasts total revenue of about $28 million while expenses will be approximately $27.5 million. The capital improvement fund is budgeted at $1.24 million with over $200,000 available for contingency. “I remember when revenue for the city was about $6 million; […] The post Andalusia council approves budget for 2025 fiscal year appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
USDA taps Butler to lead Alabama’s national forests
The USDA Forest Service welcomes a new forest supervisor to lead in the management of Alabama’s four national forests. Southern Regional Forester Ken Arney announced Linwood Butler as the new forest supervisor for the Bankhead, Conecuh, Talladega and Tuskegee National Forests that cover more than 673,000 acres in 17 Alabama counties. Butler is responsible for […] The post USDA taps Butler to lead Alabama’s national forests appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
RETURN TO THE ‘TOMB’: ReAct Theatre and Arts’ walking tour through city’s past set for October
“Tales from the Tomb,” a ReAct Theatre and Arts production, makes a return to Andalusia’s historic Magnolia Cemetery the first weekend in October. The historical walk where you meet some of the town’s deceased citizens and listen to their stories was very popular and sold out two “tours” last year. All indications are that this […] The post RETURN TO THE ‘TOMB’: ReAct Theatre and Arts’ walking tour through city’s past set for October appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Southeast Gas named among top utilities
Local utility joins 19 others in earning Site Selector’s top honor Southeast Gas, a natural gas utility based in Andalusia, Alabama, has been named one of the top 20 utilities in the country by Site Selection Magazine in their annual top utilities Issue. The company, which serves over 32,000 customers across 19 counties in the […] The post Southeast Gas named among top utilities appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Florala High School ‘PAWS’ helps Christian Service Center
Florala High School’s Wildcat PAWS (Peers Actively Working to Serve) made its first visit of the school year to the Tri-Cities Christian Service Center on Saturday, Sept. 6. This club focuses on community service in Florala and specifically the Christian Service Center. Sponsor Presley Zessin coordinates dates and volunteers who help twice monthly with packing […] The post Florala High School ‘PAWS’ helps Christian Service Center appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
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