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Younger perspectives shine in variety show
Surrounded by family, friends and school staff members, students of the Lowndes County Public Schools performed a variety show Friday to wrap up their theater summer camp experience. The performance on July 19 was an almost one-hour long showcase of singing and dancing across genres, as well as heart-touching scenes. The variety show aimed to […]
Lowndes County Community Calendar
School Bash An end of summer and back to school bash, hosted by Fort Deposit Police Chief Terry Steiner, will be held at Fort Deposit Park Saturday, July 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come out to enjoy food and fun for the school aged children of Fort Deposit. Community Reunion The Calhoun Community […]
How we represent ‘The 45’ matters
An Editorial Opinion of the Lowndes Signal An often-quoted adage describes the far-reaching implications of some recent events taking place in Lowndes County Commission meetings. Used to describe one long-term impact of how elected officials conduct themselves one version reads, “Representation matters. You can’t be what you can’t see.” The June 24 Lowndes County Commission […]
Lowndes Academy earns AISA accolades
The Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) recently recognized Lowndes Academy for its excellence among schools throughout Alabama. The association has named Lowndes a Blue Ribbon School, an honor reserved for institutions of learning which meet standards of excellence in areas like ACT scores, professional development for teachers and a variety of academic areas. “It’s a […]
Lowndes schools name Starr as athletic director, Little as Central head coach
Lowndes County Public Schools announced Thursday the appointment of a county-wide athletic director. In a simultaneous announcement, Central High School shared the news it welcomed a new head football coach. Ervin Starr, longtime head football coach at The Calhoun School, was named the system’s athletic director. Superintendent Samita Jeter expressed her confidence in Starr, who […]
Highway reopens after crash blocks I-65 southbound
The left southbound lane of Interstate Highway 65 has reopened after a Thursday afternoon crash. A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:17 p.m. on July 25 has caused a lane closure. The left southbound lane of Interstate 65 near the 149 mile marker in Lowndes County was blocked for about four hours. Troopers with […]
Extension hosts Auburn, community healthcare discussion
By Tana Shealey, County Extension Coordinator Lowndes County community leaders and residents are learning about a special healthcare project offered through Auburn University. During a health care discussion held at the Fort Deposit Town Hall on July 17, residents learned about a telehealth service named OnMed which at no cost to communities. “The Auburn University […]
Coroners hold 2nd annual training
A collaborative effort by Legacy of Hope and the Alabama Coroner’s Association is working to ensure that the officials responsible for recording, reporting and investigating deaths in Lowndes and surrounding counties have the training they need to perform their job with excellence. On July 18, the partners held their second annual regional education event in […]
Investigators looking into White Hall juvenile’s death
Lowndes County Sheriff’s investigators are looking into the death of a juvenile that took place over the weekend. An eight-year-old male was pronounced deceased at the BP gas station at the U.S. Highway 80 and Alabama Highway 97 intersection July 20. Deputies responded to a call and arrived on the scene where they found the […]
Commission votes to charge Sheriff with interference, threats
After an executive session Monday, the Lowndes County Commission voted 3-2 to bring charges against Sheriff Chris West. The motion came from Commissioner Robert Harris, who said the action was necessary after West allegedly interfered with a commission meeting and threatened to arrest commissioners. “I would like to make a motion that the Sheriff be […]
Jonathan Daniels, martyrs pilgrimage set for Aug. 10
By Breanna Carter Special to The Lowndes Signal The Jonathan Daniels and the Martyrs of Alabama Pilgrimage, an annual event commemorating the sacrifice and bravery of civil rights activists, will be held for the 27th year on Saturday, Aug. 10 at 11 a.m. at the Lowndes County Courthouse Square. We are honored to announce that […]
Behind-the-scenes helpers not unnoticed
It is no secret that I am a huge fan of local libraries, which are an important source of reading resources and learning opportunities. Recently, I was also reminded of the many other services library staff offer behind the scenes but not by any stretch unnoticed by the community. Ethel Williams, director at the White […]
Harris declares candidacy after Biden withdraws
President Joe Biden announced Saturday he would stand down, withdrawing his bid for President. In a letter addressing Americans, Biden described his term in the office as the greatest honor of his life. “It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President,” Biden wrote in the letter. “And while it […]
Jackson book signing rescheduled for August
A Lowndes County native and University of Alabama (UA) graduate is the focus of a new book by Dr. Christopher Love. Evermore Books will host a book signing event in August to celebrate the book’s release. “The Crimson Code: Price of Success” is a biography featuring the life and work of Desmond A. Jackson, grandson […]
Lowndes County Arrests July 2-10
July 2 * Anthony Ray Jr, 28 – Harassment, resisting arrest July 3 * Leonard Similton, 42 – Driving under the influence July 5 * AC Hill Jr, 41 – Driving under the influence July 6 * Justin King, 36 – Failure to appear: Harassment * Seavon McCord, 61 – Two counts failure to appear: […]
CoffeeTime with Andy & Renie
Scattergun Your Anger and Regret It By Andy and Renie Bozeman Brenna was furious! No doubt about that. It’s absolutely amazing how the very air around her sizzled, and at the same time, made everyone nearby feel like they had just stepped into a sub-Arctic meat freezer. The words blazing from her firepit-mouth could strip […]
You never fail unless you give up
By R.A. Mathews A hijacking occurred in the South recently. In a little country town at the Methodist Church. “Hijacking 101” isn’t taught in seminary — a pastor is never going to be prepared. But this minister rose to the occasion. He stepped toward the outlaw and invited the boy to pray. I couldn’t see […]
What About The Antichrist?
By Michael J. Brooks Our music leader announced the first hymn for the day. “Let’s turn to hymn 666.” she said. Everybody broke out in laughter since 666 is the well-known “mark of the beast” in the book of Revelation. I remembered another music leader announcing the same hymn, but he said, “Let’s turn to […]
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