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Commission prioritizes dialysis center funding
The Lowndes County Commission voted to renew a grant writing contract with Deborah Stewart, CEO and senior consultant of Avalon Consulting Service, LLC during its June 24 meeting. After approving renewal of Stewart’s contract, commissioners tasked her with finding grants to fund a much-needed dialysis center for area residents. “We need a dialysis center,” said […]
Quality of life emerges as ‘Listening Session’ theme
Robert Stewart, state senator for District 23, invited Lowndes County stakeholders to a “Listening Session” on June 18. The senator was joined by local leaders, Rep. Kelvin Lawrence (D-Hayneville) and Alabama agency representatives in a discussion to inform residents and entertain questions about topics impacting the area. “It was an intimate session,” Stewart said. “Lowndes […]
Lowndes County Community Calendar
Wellness Tour The Wellness Coalition has scheduled a Tour of Wellness Community Health Fair on June 29. The event will take place at the Hayneville Town Square from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call (334) 293-6502 for more information. Mom Classes The Lowndes County Extension Office offers free classes for moms-to-be on topics like […]
Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in Lowndes and Montgomery counties early Wednesday evening
A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Wednesday at 5:03 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 5:45 p.m. for Lowndes and Montgomery counties. Residents can expect wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 5:03 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Davenport, or 11 miles southeast...
Bikers rally for ‘Big John’
Almost 100 bikers mounted their motorcycles on June 14 to honor the late Sheriff “Big John” Williams in the Ramblin’ Thunder Bike Rally. Williams was shot and killed in the line of duty in 2019. After his death, Angela and Daniel Rudolph founded the Ramblin’ Thunder Bike Rally, a motorcycle ride dedicated in his honor, […]
Extensions welcomes new team members
By Tana Shealey ACES County Coordinator Special to The Lowndes Signal There are two new team members serving Lowndes County for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES). Regional Extension Agent Kali Gilbert and Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Agent Assistant Hannah Davenport will provide nutrition and health education programs in the county. Gilbert […]
Public outcry changes things
An Editorial Opinion of The Lowndes Signal How many times have we heard remarks like, “nothing ever changes” or “something should be done?” The public often feels helpless to right wrongs done in our communities, but public outcry does make a difference, especially when it’s coupled with initiatives toward positive change. Citizens complain when littering […]
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