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Covington County runoffs to be decided Tuesday, April 16
Some Covington County voters will go to their polling places again on Tuesday, April 16, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to determine the winners in three local runoffs. In the runoff for Covington County Commission, Dist. 2, Steven King faces Robbie Weaver. For Covington County Commissioner Dist. 3, voters will decide between incumbent Lynne […] The post Covington County runoffs to be decided Tuesday, April 16 appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
McGuire signs copies of second book at Andalusia Public Library
Andalusia Public Library hosted a book signing for Trippy McGuire and his second book “Splendors from Our Past: The Shepard Mansion, The Shepard Family and the Ghost Town of Poley, Alabama” on Wednesday, April 10. In addition to being an author, McGuire serves as chairman of the Covington County Children’s Policy Council and Alabama Partnership […] The post McGuire signs copies of second book at Andalusia Public Library appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
GALLERY: Officials, Straughn community celebrate opening of Straughn School Auditorium
The Covington County Board of Education joined school officials and Straughn community members for a ribbon cutting and grand opening of the Straughn School Auditorium on Tuesday, April 9. The board approved the solicitation of bids for the auditorium in February 2022. Contracted by Whaley Construction, work began on the $8.2 million facility in the […] The post GALLERY: Officials, Straughn community celebrate opening of Straughn School Auditorium appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
AACC, ALPALS join forces for Clean and Green initiative
The Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Alabama People Against a Littered State for its Clean and Green Initiative that began April 1 and ends on April 22. The Chamber’s Clean and Green Initiative is a collaborative program alongside Alabama PALS, which is a 501(c)(3) non-profit statewide organization dedicated to providing and implementing […] The post AACC, ALPALS join forces for Clean and Green initiative appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
GALLERY: Child Advocacy Center celebrates opening of new location
Covington County’s Child Advocacy Center held an official ribbon cutting and grand opening of its new “home” Wednesday. The facility was described as more fitting location where children will feel more comfortable while also filling the growing needs of the CAC staff. The office is located in the former Andalusia School Board office at the […] The post GALLERY: Child Advocacy Center celebrates opening of new location appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Mayor, Beacon of Hope recognize Autism Awareness Month
Local representatives from Beacon of Hope ABA were in attendance as Andalusia Mayor Earl Johnson signed a proclamation for Autism Awareness Month on Tuesday, April 2, at City Hall. Beacon of Hope ABA officials have some activities coming up this month to celebrate and bring awareness to those with autism. “We are so excited to […] The post Mayor, Beacon of Hope recognize Autism Awareness Month appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
🚧 Update on Planned Roadway Improvements on AL 55, Red Level, Covington County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Alabama. Residents and commuters in the Covington County area are advised of ongoing planned roadway improvements taking place along AL 55 in Red Level. There will be alternate lane closures to facilitate the upgrade works. Authorities request that all travelers exercise caution when passing through the construction zone. Stay alert for any additional updates or changes to traffic patterns in this area.
CCBOE approves nine personnel matters, accepts bids for projects at three schools
The Covington County Board of Education approved nine personnel matters including six retirements from four schools at a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 2. During the meeting the board approved the following personnel matters: Retirement Kristin P. Hildreth as reading specialist at Pleasant Home School effective at the end of the 2023-2024 school year […] The post CCBOE approves nine personnel matters, accepts bids for projects at three schools appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
🚧 Update on Planned Roadway Improvements on AL 55, Red Level, Covington County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Alabama. The latest update for residents and commuters in Covington County involves planned improvements on the stretch of AL 55 in Red Level, AL. Motorists are advised to exercise caution as alternate lane closures are expected during this time. This development is part of an ongoing effort to enhance roadway conditions in the area. The exact timeline has not been specified, but updates will follow as the situation progresses. Please plan your travel accordingly and stay alert to ensure safe passage through the construction zone.
PowerSouth dedicates new Lowman Energy Center
Andalusia Mayor Earl Johnson was among those on hand last week when PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative, officially dedicated the new, state-of-the-art Lowman Energy Center (LEC) in a special ceremony held on Friday, March 22. The event celebrated the 710-megawatt natural gas facility, which began commercial operation on Sept. 20, 2023. The […] The post PowerSouth dedicates new Lowman Energy Center appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Child Advocacy Center prepares for grand opening of new location
The Covington County Child Advocacy Center is putting the final touches on its new home in downtown Andalusia at the former Andalusia City Schools Board of Education. Founded by Covington County DHR Director Lesa Rathel and District Attorney Walt Merrell in March 2015, the CAC will host a grand opening on Wednesday, April 3, beginning […] The post Child Advocacy Center prepares for grand opening of new location appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
City, veterans recognize ‘Vietnam National Memorial Day’
A number of Vietnam veterans, as well as members of the Covington Veterans Foundation (CVF) board were on hand Tuesday for the signing of a resolution in support of Vietnam National Memorial Day, which is on Friday, March 29. The Resolution says: “Whereas, more than 100,000 Alabama citizens answered the call to serve our nation […] The post City, veterans recognize ‘Vietnam National Memorial Day’ appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Covington County’s unemployment holds steady in February
The Covington County preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for February remained the same as January at 3.9 percent, according to the Alabama Department of Labor. The county’s civilian labor force was reported at 14,563 with 13,989 of those being employed in February. While the unemployment rate did not change month-over-month, the 3.9 percent rate is […] The post Covington County’s unemployment holds steady in February appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Covington County NAACP to host meeting on April 1
Organizers say purpose of meeting is to discuss ‘law and justice’ issues The Covington County Branch 5049-B of the NAACP invites citizens of Covington County, Alabama to attend a meeting on April 1, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at the Coleman Center in Andalusia, AL located at 901 C C Baker Ave, Andalusia, AL 36420. The […] The post Covington County NAACP to host meeting on April 1 appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
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