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ALEA issues post-holiday report
Over the course of an extended five-day enforcement period, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) investigated a total of nine traffic fatalities and three non-boating fatalities (drownings). However, this was the third year in a row where the state experienced zero boating related fatalities on Alabama waterways. The official Fourth of July travel […]
Lawrence arrested on felony charges
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the arrest of Representative Kelvin Jamichael Lawrence (D-Hayneville) Tuesday. Lawrence, who has represented District 69 since 2014, was arrested on two felony charges. Marshall made the announcement in a statement released June 9. Charges included forgery in the second degree and criminal possession of a forged instrument in the […]
Clarke still in running for Favorite Chef
Lowndes County native Makenzie Clarke is at No. 6 for a spot to move up in the national Favorite Chef competition. The 14-year-old entrepreneur and founder of Kenzie’s Kreations will receive $25,000 toward making her dream of opening a brick-and-mortar bakery a reality if she takes the win. Clarke is competing among 12 chefs hoping […]
Cattlewomen honor father, award scholarships
The Lowndes County Cattlewomen’s Association (LCCW) held its annual recognition dinner June 27, honoring a local father and awarding scholarships to three local students. The association held the dinner at Harrell and Son’s Farms in Hayneville. Association member Amy Martin presented Kyle Harrell with the Father of the Year Award. Kyle and Ann Louise Harrell […]
Jones named Employee of Month
Patricia Jones was honored recently and named as Hope Inspired Ministries Employee of the Month. Jones is the ministries’ Lowndes County Data Entry Specialist, bringing detail-oriented services and speaking Bible truths over students participating in the program. She serves the ministry and students by finding ways to help in any way she can. In a […]
Freedom in submission to Jesus
By Dean Kelly When I was a young boy, back in the early 1960’s, my dad was stationed in Germany in the US Air Force. On one of his 30-day leaves we traveled to the country of Greece. With the political climate of Greece at that time (it has changed often since then), I distinctly […]
Nobody act big, little: Everybody act medium
By Michael J. Brooks Pastors and music leaders have had good-natured arguments for years. Musicians insist pastors will be idle in heaven with nothing to do since preaching isn’t on the agenda, whereas music is. And pastors retort that the music program is the source of much church conflict on earth. As radio preacher J. […]
Free to pray, give thanks
By Dunford Cole May you and your family have a joyful and safe Independence Day. As we come together to celebrate with loved ones, let us recognize and appreciate the freedoms we are fortunate to have. It is important to remember the words of Scripture, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord,” and […]
God’s Grace – Our Sins
By Brandon Baggett The above title is borrowed from a popular hymn found in many Christian songbooks, “Grace Greater Than Our Sin.” The lyrics to this song were written by Julia H. Johnston in the year 1911, and Daniel B. Towner composed the music. This well-known hymn presents a striking contract between the depth and […]
Faith Community Calendar
* Imago Dei Church at the 45 invites the community to Vacation Bible School (VBS) July 8 – 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church located at 141 Maple Street in White Hall. Crafts, games, food and more plus fund and outdoor activities are planned. * Hayneville Baptist Church will host vacation Bible […]
The dark side of poultry adventures
Early in my poultry adventure, I came across a TikTok tutorial warning, “Be prepared. Chickens will die no matter what you do or how well they are cared for.” Sadly, I can confirm that the statement is accurate. Fred is gone, proving that chickens will die in spite of our best efforts. On June 25, […]
Lowndes County students make honors list
Lowndes County natives were among more than 4,000 students named to the Mississippi State spring 2024 president’s list. Trevor Haney of Hope Hull joined Helen Oglesby and Jake Hooper of Lowndesboro as part of the 4,137 students who attained the honor. All three are graduates of Lowndes Academy and Oglesby earned her Bachelor of Science […]
Rebels win 4th AISA cheer championship
The Lowndes Academy varsity and junior varsity (JV) cheerleaders attended camp in June, and one squad earned its fourth state championship in a row during the competition. Rebel cheer squads participated in the Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) cheer camp and competitions hosted by Troy University at the Troy campus June 18 – 20. Both […]
Schools upgrade uniform color options
Lowndes County Public Schools are taking community opinions seriously after conducting a series of town-hall meetings. As a result of community input, a change in uniform options has been rolled out with the goal of fostering team spirit among extended school families. Lowndes County Public Schools Superintendent Samita Jeter said the upgrade involved the addition […]
Sheriff welcomes Buford as corrections officer
Lowndes County Sheriff Chris West recently welcomed a law enforcement veteran to staff at the John Hulett detention Facility in Hayneville. Tommy Levlle Buford, Sr. came onboard West’s team as a corrections officer with nearly 25 years of experience in law enforcement. “I started my career in Greenville with the police department,” Buford said. “I […]
Kenzie’s Kreations leading Favorite Chef contest
Lowndes County native Makenzie Clarke loves making delicious desserts and it shows. The 14-year-old entrepreneur and founder of Kenzie’s Kreations is vying for Favorite Chef and if she wins, she will receive $25,000 toward making her dream of opening a brick-and-mortar bakery a reality. Currently ranked as Quarter Finalist, Clarke is leading the pack at […]
Freedom to celebrate, freedom to choose
An Editorial Opinion of The Lowndes Signal Independence Day approaches this week, and local communities are gearing up to celebrate the anniversary of America’s freedom declaration in a variety of ways. Citizens enjoy festive events, and in Lowndes County, the Town of Lowndesboro will host its annual parade beginning at 8:30 a.m. and launching from […]
Jackson holds book signing Saturday
A Lowndes County native and University of Alabama (UA) graduate is the focus of a new book by Dr. Christopher Love. “The Crimson Code: Price of Success” is a biography featuring the life and work of Desmond A. Jackson, grandson of former White Hall Mayor John Jackson and the late Dr. Katie Welch Jackson. He […]
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