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South Alabama under a heat advisory until Sunday evening
On Sunday at 1:14 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a heat advisory in effect until 6 p.m. for Choctaw, Washington, Clarke, Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia and Covington counties. The weather service describes, "Heat index values up to 108 degrees." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat...
Opp Chamber will host Mini Makers Market
The Opp and Covington County Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a Mini Makers Market on Saturday, July 20, at the Opp Farmers Market from 2 to 6 p.m. According to Opp Chamber Executive Administrator Joni Lolley, there will be over 20 vendors featuring 18 years old and younger. “Join us for our Mini Makers […] The post Opp Chamber will host Mini Makers Market appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
GALLERY: Red Level, Straughn students participate in CCS’ first Future of Workforce Academy
Four students from Covington County Schools completed a four-day workshop and learned career and technical education skills during the inaugural Future of the Workforce Academy on Thursday, June 13. Covington County Schools career coach Kelsi Scruggs organized the workshop and attended each stop of the tour. Students in the first class were Payton Mount and […] The post GALLERY: Red Level, Straughn students participate in CCS’ first Future of Workforce Academy appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Update: Heat advisory issued for South Alabama until Saturday evening
On Saturday at 9:52 a.m. an updated heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service valid for Saturday between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. for Washington, Clarke, Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia, Covington, Mobile and Baldwin counties. The weather service describes, "Heat index values up to 109 degrees...
Update: South Alabama under a heat advisory until Friday evening
On Friday at 3:07 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory in effect until 7 p.m. for Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia, Covington, Mobile and Baldwin counties. Hot weather safety: Weather service tips for staying safe and healthy. Stay hydrated: Remember to drink plenty of fluids.
Update: Heat advisory for South Alabama until Thursday evening
On Thursday at 2:36 p.m. an updated heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 7 p.m. for Choctaw, Washington, Clarke, Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia, Covington, Mobile and Baldwin counties. Weather service Heat wave safety tips: Stay safe with these recommendations. Stay hydrated: Make...
Update: Heat advisory affecting Southwest Alabama until Tuesday evening
The National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory at 2:25 p.m. on Tuesday in effect until 7 p.m. for Choctaw, Washington, Clarke, Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Escambia, Covington, Mobile and Baldwin counties. Weather service Heat safety: A guide to staying safe in high temperatures. Stay hydrated: Remember to drink plenty...
Update: South Alabama under a heat advisory Monday evening
An updated heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 4:47 p.m. in effect until 7 p.m. for Wilcox, Butler, Crenshaw and Covington counties. The weather service adds, "Heat index values up to 109 degrees expected." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses," adds...
Opp Chamber holds supply drive for teachers in July
The Opp and Covington County Area Chamber of Commerce will give back to local educators with a “Tools for Teachers” supply drive being held during the month of July. Supplies may be dropped off at Opp Market and Home Warehouse located at 28291 Hunters Drive in Opp from now through Wednesday, July 31. Those who […] The post Opp Chamber holds supply drive for teachers in July appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
County will participate in state’s sales tax holiday July 19-21
Covington County will once again participate in the 2024 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday beginning Friday, July 19, at 12:01 a.m. and ending Sunday, July 21 at midnight. Now in its 19th year, this event gives shoppers the opportunity to purchase school supplies, computers, and clothing free of state sales tax. Many cities and counties throughout […] The post County will participate in state’s sales tax holiday July 19-21 appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Weather alert for strong thunderstorms in South Alabama early Sunday evening
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 4:23 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 5:15 p.m. for Butler, Crenshaw and Covington counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 4:23 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from...
Pilot Club of Andalusia makes donations to three local non-profits
The Pilot Club of Andalusia presented three check donations to Meredith’s Miracles, the Full Tummy Project of Covington County, and the Miracle League of Covington County at its business meeting on Monday, June 24, at the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce. Outgoing Pilot Club president Meredith Harlos presented a $500 check to Meredith’s Miracles, a […] The post Pilot Club of Andalusia makes donations to three local non-profits appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Update: Heat advisory for Southwest Alabama until Sunday evening
An updated heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 3:31 p.m. in effect until 7 p.m. for Washington, Clarke, Monroe, Conecuh, Escambia, Covington, Mobile and Baldwin counties. The weather service states, "For today's Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108 degrees. For Monday's Heat...
Covington County records slightly lower unemployment rate for May
Covington County’s unemployment rate dropped in May, according to preliminary, non-seasonally adjusted figures compiled by the Alabama Department of Labor. The county’s unemployment rate for May was 2.7 percent, down from 2.9 percent in April. It does reflect an increase from May 2023 when the county’s rate stood at 2.2 percent. The numbers represent a […] The post Covington County records slightly lower unemployment rate for May appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
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