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Newspaper publication employee speaks out about sudden closures after over 100 years
COVINGTON COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — Newspaper stands outside of two Western Wiregrass newspaper publications — the Opp News and the Geneva County Reaper is empty this week after they have stopped publishing. Both are closed after over 100 years. “We opened in like 1920 here and we got a notification that our next issue will […]
Newspaper publication employee speaks out about sudden closures after over 100 years
COVINGTON COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — Newspaper stands outside of two Western Wiregrass newspaper publications — the Opp News and the Geneva County Reaper is empty this week after they have stopped publishing. Both are closed after over 100 years. “We opened in like 1920 here and we got a notification that our next issue will […]
🚧 Update: Planned Lane Closures on AL 55, Red Level, Covington County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Alabama. Local residents and commuters are advised that there will be planned improvements taking place on AL 55, Red Level, Covington County. The roadway enhancements include alternate lane closures. Motorists are urged to exercise caution and patience when traveling through this area during the construction period. The exact dates and hours of these improvements have not been specified, but updates will be provided as they become available. It is recommended to consider alternative routes or allow for additional travel time to avoid potential delays. Safety measures will be in place to ensure the wellbeing of both the construction workers and the general public.
Opp News, Geneva County Reaper newspapers close after over 100 years in southeast Alabama
COVINGTON COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — Newspaper stands outside of two Western Wiregrass newspaper publications — the Opp News and the Geneva County Reaper– are empty this week after they have stopped publishing. Both are closed after over 100 years. “We opened in like 1920 here and we got a notification that our next issue will […]
Principals provide updates to Andalusia BOE ahead of state testing
Principals updated members of the Andalusia Board of Education last week on efforts to help students achieve growth on upcoming state standardized tests. For students in elementary grades through eighth grades, students are preparing for the Alabama Comprehensive Assessment Program (ACAP) tests which provide information regarding student growth in meeting Alabama Course of Study Standards. […] The post Principals provide updates to Andalusia BOE ahead of state testing appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
🚧 Update on Planned Road Improvements on AL 55, Red Level, Covington County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Alabama. Local transportation officials have announced planned improvements that will affect traffic on AL 55 in Red Level, Covington County. These improvements will include alternate lane closures as construction activities take place. Motorists are advised to use caution when traveling through this area during the construction period. We will continue to monitor this development and provide further updates, ensuring that residents and travelers are informed about traffic changes and roadwork schedules.
⚠️ 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. Local residents are advised to exercise caution while traveling through AL 55 in Red Level, Covington County, due to planned roadway improvements. Alternate lane closures will be in effect for the duration of the upgrades. It is recommended to be prepared for potential delays and adhere to any posted signs or directives from construction crews. Safety is a priority, so please ensure that you are driving carefully through the construction zone.
ADOL: Covington County unemployment rate increases in January
The Covington County unemployment rate saw a jump in January, according to preliminary statistics released by the Alabama Department of Labor. The unemployment rate for January came in at 3.9 percent, an increase from December’s rate of 3 percent and an increase from January 2023 when the rate was 2.8 percent. The rate is based […] The post ADOL: Covington County unemployment rate increases in January 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. Local transportation authorities have scheduled planned roadway improvements along AL 55 in Red Level, Covington County. Motorists are advised to approach the area with caution due to alternate lane closures that will be in effect to facilitate the improvements. Commuters should be prepared for potential delays and are encouraged to remain vigilant to ensure the safety of both the workers and the traveling public during this period.
CCBOE adopts new school calendar, approves one-time employee stipend
The Covington County Board of Education adopted the calendar for the 2024-2025 school year and also approved a one-time employee incentive at a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 12. Superintendent Shannon Driver said the new calendar is similar to past years. “We typically start later than the other school systems. One of the more […] The post CCBOE adopts new school calendar, approves one-time employee stipend appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Historical Society to host ‘Evolution of Black Neighborhoods’
On Thursday, March 28, the Covington Historical Society will host speaker Justin Rudder for a free, open-to-the-public presentation on the evolution of Black neighborhoods and communities in and around Andalusia. The talk is made possible by the historical society along with Alabama Humanities Alliance and its Road Scholars program. Cartography, or mapmaking, has existed since […] The post Historical Society to host ‘Evolution of Black Neighborhoods’ appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
NO COLLISION HERE: Patel wins fourth straight county spelling bee
Straughn Middle School eighth-grader Dhilan Patel was named the Covington County Spelling Bee champion for the fourth consecutive year on Thursday, Feb. 8, at Pleasant Home School. He won the SMS spelling bee on Monday, Jan. 5, and correctly spelled the word “collision” to capture the county title after a nearly 2-hour competition at PHS. […] The post NO COLLISION HERE: Patel wins fourth straight county spelling bee appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Council: Andalusia will extend fiber optic lines to city’s parks
The City of Andalusia will be extending its fiber connectivity to allow for greater security within the city’s parks. The city has worked in recent years to extend its fiber optic capabilities and officials requested building upon that project to allow for cameras and other security features to be utilized in the park areas. The […] The post Council: Andalusia will extend fiber optic lines to city’s parks appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Covington County voters choose new commission chairman; three local races advance to runoff
Covington County voters went to the polls Tuesday, March 5, to participate in a primary election featuring both local races and choosing party candidates for president. Several local races were decided outright while others will go to a runoff scheduled for April 16. Among the local winners was Michael Smith who defeated incumbent Greg White […] The post Covington County voters choose new commission chairman; three local races advance to runoff appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Covington County Primary Election Results: March 5, 2024
(Final update Tuesday, March 5, 9:48 p.m.) Below are the results from Tuesday’s Primary Election in Covington County. The vote totals below represent 26 polling places reporting out of Covington County’s 27 voting precincts, which include absentee ballots. Provisional ballots will not be counted until Tuesday, March 12, at noon. Please note: the totals below […] The post Covington County Primary Election Results: March 5, 2024 appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Pilot Club inducts two new members at February meeting
The Pilot Club of Andalusia welcomed Melanie Hoffman and Zack Maio to its membership during its monthly meeting at the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce on Monday, Feb. 26. Stephanie Cannon, who was unable to attend the meeting, will become a member at the next meeting in March. Cannon, Hoffman, and Maio bring the total […] The post Pilot Club inducts two new members at February meeting appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Covington County readies for 2024 primary election
Several local offices and the presidential race highlight the upcoming primary election in Covington County on Tuesday, March 5, from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Probate Judge Stacy Brooks serves as the chief election official in Covington County. “Before every election, my office proofs ballots and makes sure they are printed correctly. We compile information […] The post Covington County readies for 2024 primary election appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
State Examiner: Covington County failed to produce financial statement for audit
The Covington County Commission received a letter from the Alabama Department of Examiners regarding the availability of a financial statement from fiscal year ending September 2020. The letter, according to Alabama Chief Examiner Rachel Riddle, was sent to inform the commission that her office will only be able to perform a compliance audit rather than […] The post State Examiner: Covington County failed to produce financial statement for audit appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
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