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AHS FCCLA visits fashion market in Atlanta for eighth time
The Andalusia High School chapter of Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America recently made memories that will last a lifetime during a two-day trip in Atlanta last week. A total of 15 FCCLA members attended the AmericasMart Fashion Market on Thursday, April 11. FCCLA students were in attendance at the fashion market for the […] The post AHS FCCLA visits fashion market in Atlanta for eighth time appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Arclin makes $1,000 donation to Straughn Robotics Team
Representatives from Arclin in Andalusia were on hand to present a check for $1,000 to the Straughn High School Robotics Team on Wednesday, April 10. Headquartered in Atlanta as a chemistry and applications company, Andalusia is one of 12 Arclin locations in the United States and Canada. “It’s good to receive support from our community. […] The post Arclin makes $1,000 donation to Straughn Robotics Team appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
CDG welcomes community for tours during open house event
CDG Inc. leaders and staff members welcomed the community during an open house and gave tours of its new home at the Square in downtown Andalusia on Thursday, April 11. Among those in attendance were President/CEO Mark Pugh, Executive Vice President Robert Shepard, and Chief Operating Officer Daniel Wells. CDG is headquartered in Andalusia with […] The post CDG welcomes community for tours during open house event appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Andalusia Chamber holds ribbon cutting for Lost Pizza
The Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Lost Pizza Co. on Thursday, April 11. Among those in attendance were Patrick Kirkland and family, cutting the ribbon; Caine Conway; Cody Powers and family; AACC Executive Director Mellisa King, right of ribbon; AACC Director of Membership Services Maggie Holmes, left of ribbon; Chamber […] The post Andalusia Chamber holds ribbon cutting for Lost Pizza appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
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.
Seniors return to Andalusia Head Start to inspire next generation of students
A total of 11 high school seniors who attended Andalusia Head Start at a young age returned to their childhood roots and spoke with current students on Tuesday, April 9. The Andalusia Head Start staff has always strived to influence the lives of the children at an early age that creates positive and favorable outcomes […] The post Seniors return to Andalusia Head Start to inspire next generation of students appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Crossover Ministry set for annual banquet on April 23
Crossover Ministry is putting the final touches on its annual banquet scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, 6:30 p.m., at the First Baptist Church of Opp Fellowship Center. Rev. Gary Miller, pastor of Westview Baptist Church in Opp, will serve as this year’s guest speaker. He has served in several pastorates in Alabama in his 48 […] The post Crossover Ministry set for annual banquet on April 23 appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Two arrested on drug, weapon charges after multi-agency operation in Opp
In a collaborative effort between the Opp Police Department, the Covington County Sheriff’s Office, and the Covington County Incident Response Team, a significant operation was executed on April 9, leading to the arrest of two individuals. Law enforcement personnel executed a search warrant at a residence located in the 500 block of W. Covington Avenue […] The post Two arrested on drug, weapon charges after multi-agency operation in Opp appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
DAR announces 2023-2024 Youth Leadership, Good Citizens award recipients
The Old Three Notch Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 DAR Youth Leadership and Good Citizens Award winners. The DAR Youth Leadership Medal is presented to a male or female student who exemplifies the qualities of honor, service, courage, leadership, and patriotism. The program is open to […] The post DAR announces 2023-2024 Youth Leadership, Good Citizens award recipients 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.
National Weather Service warns of multiple hazards as weather event moves into area
Multiple hazards are anticipated today through Thursday to include severe thunderstorms, flooding, non-thunderstorm winds, and coastal hazards, according to the Covington County Emergency Management Agency. The Covington County area is forecasted for an “enhanced risk” of experiencing destructive wind gusts up to 80 miles per hour with the possibility of strong tornadoes, and quarter-sized hail. […] The post National Weather Service warns of multiple hazards as weather event moves into area appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Former Fletcher’s store manager pleads guilty to first degree theft
Timothy Ferrell Dubose, 39, of Andalusia, Alabama, pled guilty to first degree theft of property involving the theft of over $160,000 worth of hunting equipment from Fletcher’s Outdoors. According to a release from the Covington County District Attorney’s Office, Dubose, who was the store manager, took advantage of his position at Fletcher’s, which is known […] The post Former Fletcher’s store manager pleads guilty to first degree theft appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
County commission approves purchases for sheriff’s office
The Covington County Commission Tuesday approved several purchases requested for the sheriff’s office. Covington County Sheriff Blake Turman requested the purchase of a drone, which he said could be used by his department for multiple purposes. “We can use it to help us in several ways. It can help with large-area search warrants and it […] The post County commission approves purchases for sheriff’s office appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Brenna Wells, AHS graduate receives Brooke Owens Fellowship; to intern with San Francisco tech company
An Andalusia High School graduate is among a select group of students selected for the prestigious Brooke Owens Fellowship, a nationally acclaimed nonprofit program that awards exceptional women and gender minorities an internship in the fields of space and aviation. Brenna Wells, a 2020 graduate of AHS and senior at the University of Alabama, is […] The post Brenna Wells, AHS graduate receives Brooke Owens Fellowship; to intern with San Francisco tech company 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.
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.
Management firm dismissed from lawsuit
The management and consulting firm for a Florala nursing home was dismissed from a lawsuit brought by a group of employees pertaining to claims of discrimination. NHS Management provided consultant work for Florala Health and Rehabilitation at a time relevant to the lawsuit. The plaintiffs in the lawsuit claim the firm should have corrected what […] The post Management firm dismissed from lawsuit appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
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