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Calhoun runners win big in Black Belt Invitational
The Running Tigers ran down the win Saturday, capturing gold, silver and bronze medals at the 4th Annual Black Belt Invitational. The Calhoun School hosted the meet sponsored by County Commissioner Joshua Simmons, and several Tigers came away with the win in the competition. Running Tigers who won big are: Jeremy Hardy – Second place […]
LCUWP awarded septic system installation funds
The Lowndes County Unincorporated Wastewater Program (LCUWP) has been awarded a grant to install septic systems for homeowners living in unincorporated areas of Lowndes County. “We will be working in conjunction with the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) to process and complete installations,” said Carmelita Arnold, LCUWP program director. To learn more about program enrollment, […]
Carlton represents Auburn at regional symposium
Lowndes County native Will Carlton represented “the 45” among more than 400 students and industry professionals attending a civil engineering symposium recently held in New Orleans. Carlton is a native of Fort Deposit, currently in his junior year at Auburn University. He represented his school and Auburn’s Society of Civil Engineering at the American Society […]
RUNOFF ELECTION RESULTS: District 3 elects Hayes to County Commission
On Tuesday, Lowndes County residents in District 3 elected Democrat Fletcher Hayes to represent them as County Commissioner. Around 8:30 p.m., results from all four precinct boxes were reported, showing Hayes had won the seat with 54%, 380, of the votes cast. The win places Hayes in the seat currently held by Joshua “Mole” Simmons, […]
Ivey awards funds to assist drug offenders seeking rehabilitation
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a total of $570,570 to four agencies that provide avenues for drug offenders to obtain help to end their addictions. The RCA Foundation was awarded a grant of $149,778 to continue a drug treatment program for people in south-central Alabama who have pleaded guilty to drug offenses or are being […]
Boston joins America’s oldest honor society
A Hope Hull resident recently joined the oldest honor society in America. The honor society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines, initiated Emmanuel Boston of Hope Hull and announced the honor March 28. Boston attends Samford University, where he distinguished himself by maintaining academic […]
Extension hosts Floral Garden Easter Workshop
By Tana Shealey Alabama Cooperative Extension Special to The Lowndes Signal The Alabama Cooperative Extension System recently held a class for Lowndes County residents, teaching them ways to make beautiful wreaths using natural flowers and plants found around their homes and in local gardens. Regional Extension Agent Mallory Kelley taught residents how to incorporate local […]
Residents To Learn About Safe Disposal of Prescription Drugs
by Tana Shealey Lowndes County Extension Office Coordinator The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) is working with Lowndes County residents to help safely discard prescription drugs. Regional Extension Agent, Roosevelt Robinson, Ed.D., is holding a free “Prescription Drug Take-Back” class in Whitehall, April 24, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the White Hall town […]
Democratic primary run-off election April 16
Incumbent Joshua Simmons will face challenger Fletcher Hayes in the Democratic primary run-off election for Lowndes County Commission District 3 seat on Tuesday, April 16. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and voters must present an acceptable form of photo identification.
Lucky Buck Jewelry debuts at Calico Fort
Lucky Buck Jewelry, known for its stunning handcrafted pieces, debuts its creations at the 52nd Annual Calico Fort Arts and Crafts Fair on Apr. 13-14. Established in 2006 by Bubba Griffin, Lucky Buck Jewelry is more than just a jewelry business, it’s a testament to the Griffin family’s love, resilience and creativity. In a heartfelt […]
52nd Calico Fort promises something for everyone
For 52 years, Fort Deposit’s Frieda Cross has been a vital part of the Annual Calico Fort Arts and Crafts Fair. Now, many years since the first fair, she still gets excited as the second weekend in April approaches, anticipating all the fair brings with it. “I’ve been involved since day one,” Cross said. “I’m […]
NAMI offers virtual family education
NAMI (National Alliance of Mental Illness) of Alabama is providing a virtual family education program (on zoom) beginning May 9 from 6 – 8:30 p.m. The NAMI Family-to-Family Program is a free eight-week educational opportunity for families and significant others of people with mental health conditions. The course is taught by NAMI-trained family members who […]
AHSAA reclassification impacts Lowndes County high schools
The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) has released its reclassifications of schools for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 fall and winter sports season, revealing changes which will affect both Central High School and The Calhoun School. Lowndes County Public Schools Athletics Director Nickles Rankins said the school system protested the AHSAA Central Board of Control’s […]
Lowndes County Arrests March 25 – April 4
March 25 Dwain Sealy, 48 – Burglary third, theft of property first March 27 Alfred Green, 39 – Failure to appear: Driving while revoked, theft of services fourth, criminal mischief fourth, menacing March 28 Timothy Mitchell, 36 – Criminal trespassing third, criminal mischief third James Savell, 56 – Harassment March 31 Willetta Womack, 38 – […]
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 […]
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