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Wastewater issues continue plaguing Lowndes County
The wastewater disposal crisis in Lowndes County is one that continues to affect residents throughout the community. The issues have been going on for decades and have caused long term sanitation problems for the county’s residents. For more than 30 years Lowndes residents have grappled with sewage disposal challenges stemming from improper septic tank installations, […]
Weather service adjusts storm risk
At around 1 p.m., the National Weather Service in Birmingham made adjustments to this afternoon’s severe storm risk based on latest convective trends on radar, and through assessment of the mesoscale environment. Lowndes County Public Schools closed at 1 p.m. and will let faculty go around 2 p.m. The Lowndes County Policy Council rescheduled its […]
Career Tech names Lowndes County student leaders
The Lowndes County Career Technical Education (CTE) programs celebrated their CTE Leaders of the Month on Mar. 18. There were a total of seven students named from both The Calhoun School and Central High School, ranging from grades 9-12. The number of students named as CTE Leaders of the Month varies depending on how many […]
Runners Across Nation compete in Selma to Montgomery relay
The annual Selma to Montgomery relay race was held on Mar. 16 and brought over 1,000 participants from across the country to the historic 51-mile stretch where Martin Luther King led the 1965 Selma to Montgomery march. This annual race gives competitors the opportunity to enjoy the scenic route from Selma to Montgomery while also […]
Black Belt Community Foundation opens grant cycle, hosts workshop
The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF) is offering community and arts grant opportunities open to community-based organizations operating within its 12-county service area comprising Bullock, Choctaw, Dallas, Greene, Hale, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Perry, Pickens, Sumter and Wilcox Counties of Alabama. The 2024 BBCF Arts and Community Grants Cycle opened on March 28 with the online […]
Carlton named to Auburn University dean’s list
Auburn University released its dean’s list March 21, recognizing a student local to both Lowndes and Butler counties. William Carter made Auburn’s dean’s list for the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering for the 2023 Fall semester. Carlton is a 2022 graduate of Fort Dale Academy and a native of Fort Deposit. Students are named to […]
Be Ready, Lowndes County!
By Tana Shealey County Extension Coordinator Special to The Lowndes Signal Plans are underway for the next Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s severe weather preparedness workshop. In its series, “Be Ready, Lowndes County,” almost 200 Lowndes County residents have received free NOAA weather radios since November of last year. Partners have done an outstanding job providing […]
Hayes seeks commission seat, committed to positive change
Lowndes County native Fletcher Hayes is campaigning for election to the District 3 County Commission seat. As a longtime resident of the Calhoun Community, Hayes is dedicated to working for the change he sees as vital for the county’s future. “As a lifelong resident of Lowndes County, I have closely watched how local politics have […]
Commission hears Sheriff, OCAP building concerns
The Lowndes County Commission Chambers held a standing-room-only meeting Monday as community members and stakeholders gathered to hear and weigh-in on a discussion of solving a longstanding problem facing the commissioners, local law enforcement and an agency working to assist area residents. Lowndes County Sheriff Chris West and his command staff attended the commission’s March […]
Big Gobbler Photo Contest returns for 2024
Voting begins on March 25 and ends May 15 The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association (ALBBAA) wants to see your best turkey hunting photos again this year as part of its 12th annual Big Gobbler Photo Contest. The Association promotes and encourages ethical hunting and fishing practices, and the annual Big Gobbler Photo Contest began […]
McGhee named to Lawson State dean’s list
Lawson State Community College announced Wednesday that a Lowndes County native earned her place on the school’s dean’s list. Johnae McGhee of Hayneville was among the 186 students named to the college’s Fall 2023 Dean’s List. She works as the Federal Programs Secretary for Lowndes County Public Schools and is pursuing higher education online at […]
Lowndes County students shine bright in regional science fair
The annual Greater East Alabama Regional Science and Engineering Fair (GEARSEF) was held on Mar. 11 at Auburn University Montgomery (AUM). Susan Butts, (Lowndes County Public Schools LCPS) Education Specialist, expressed how proud she is of the students and extended a congratulations from the LCPS Board of Education. “Congratulations to all of the Lowndes County […]
Rebels Baseball remains a team to beat
As baseball season continues, the Lowndes Academy Rebels’ baseball team has solidified themselves as a team to beat. Head coach said the season is off to a good start with the Rebels already establishing a strong record. “[The season] is going good,” Moye said. “We are 16-5.” Ashton Yelder, one of the Rebels’ star players, […]
Lowndes County Chamber educates entrepreneurs
On Mar. 12, the Lowndes County Area Chamber of Commerce held a workshop titled “Start A Business: Write A Plan” in conjunction with the Alabama Small Business Development Center (SBDC). The event was held at Southview Worship Center in Hayneville and was held in order to educate members of the community on how to successfully […]
Sewell announces district-wide art competition
On Monday, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that her office is now accepting submissions for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. The competition is open to high school students from both public and private schools throughout Alabama’s 7th Congressional District, as well as home-schooled high school students. The winner will receive free round-trip airfare for […]
Math Bowl promotes a deep love for STEM
The first Lowndes County District-Wide Math Scholar Bowl was held at Lowndes Middle School on Mar. 7. The event not only celebrated the talents of young mathematicians but also promoted a love for math and problem-solving in the district’s students. All Lowndes County Public Schools (LCPS) were well represented with approximately 145 students who participated […]
Lowndes youths awarded Poarch Creek tribe scholarships
Ellis Ann and Shep Evans of Hope Hull were each awarded a scholarship by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PBCI) for their participation in Alabama’s livestock industry on Sunday, March 17 at a ceremony held in coordination with the Southeastern Livestock Exposition (SLE) Rodeo. The PBCI has a proud history of supporting youth in […]
Lewis voted Lowndes County Athlete of the Week
JaMaxin Lewis has been voted Lowndes County Athlete of the Week for Week 24. He is a baseball player for the Central High School Lions. Lewis had a three-run homerun and a total of six RBIs against Calhoun for the 12-2 win on March 14. Hel won this week’s award by receiving 60%, 1342 out […]
Lowndes County Extension keeping residents busy, informed
By Tana Shealey Alabama Cooperative Extension System The Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Lowndes County office has been busy! Just take a look and make plans to join us for our many learning opportunities. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Lowndes County office partnered with the Alabama Forestry Commission, giving free trees to almost 100 Lowndes County […]
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