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Are we ready to stand on principle?
Vashti the Queen made a moral decision that cost her position as queen. She directly disobeyed King Ahasuerus, her husband, who got drunk and wanted to parade her and show off her beauty before all the attendees at a banquet he had put on. She simply refused to be a part of this scheme which […] The post Are we ready to stand on principle? appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Governor urges families to ‘stock up’ during tax holiday
By Staff Reports Governor Kay Ivey issued a statement Monday, encouraging Alabamians to begin preparing for the upcoming academic year by participating in Alabama’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which began Friday, July 19 and lasts through Sunday, July 21. Crenshaw County and towns including Luverne, Magnolia Springs and Rutledge participate each year in the […] The post Governor urges families to ‘stock up’ during tax holiday appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Kiwanians learn Brantley Bank opening Luverne branch
By Lanell Smith The Luverne Kiwanis Club hosted guest speakers from Brantley Bank and Trust at the group’s July 16 meeting. During a question and answer session, Kiwanians learned details about the bank’s plans to open a Luverne branch in the coming months. Brantley Banks President and CEO Travis Colquett joined Robert Owen, II, a […] The post Kiwanians learn Brantley Bank opening Luverne branch appeared first on Luverne Journal.
What About The Antichrist?
Our music leader announced the first hymn for the day. “Let’s turn to hymn 666.” she said. Everybody broke out in laughter since 666 is the well-known “mark of the beast” in the book of Revelation. I remembered another music leader announcing the same hymn, but he said, “Let’s turn to hymn 667 and go […] The post What About The Antichrist? appeared first on Luverne Journal.
You never fail unless you give up
A hijacking occurred in the South recently. In a little country town at the Methodist Church. “Hijacking 101” isn’t taught in seminary — a pastor is never going to be prepared. But this minister rose to the occasion. He stepped toward the outlaw and invited the boy to pray. I couldn’t see as well as […] The post You never fail unless you give up appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Crenshaw Animal Clinic Pet of the Week – Buster
By Haley Mitchell Godwin This week’s Crenshaw Animal Clinic Pet of the Week is Buster, a lovable two-year-old bulldog who belongs to Hope Majors. According to Majors, Buster is truly one of a kind. Buster’s charm extends to everyone he meets, including other animals. He is a social butterfly with a knack for making friends. […] The post Crenshaw Animal Clinic Pet of the Week – Buster appeared first on Luverne Journal.
4-H organizes lesson in paints, plants
On Tuesday, Crenshaw County’s 4-H brought children together to learn about nature and the world around them through art. Alongside Charlotte Petre, 4-H Youth Development Coordinator, children learned more about watercolor, exposure paper and the different species of plants around Crenshaw County. “They need to learn about what is around them, how it impacts their […] The post 4-H organizes lesson in paints, plants appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Faith Community Calendar
* Grace Bible Church at 4737 Montgomery Highway in Luverne will start the “Love and Respect” DVD marriage series by Emerson Eggrichs. Classes meet every other Sunday at 6 p.m. * The Alabama-Crenshaw Baptist Association will host its monthly food pantry on July 20 from 9 – 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Luverne. […] The post Faith Community Calendar appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Community Calendar
Blood Drive South Luverne Baptist Church will host a blood drive from 11:30am-3pm July 20. STEM/Cooking Children ages 9-12 are invited to 4-H STEM and cooking classes on Thursday July 18 at 10 a.m. Blood Drive The Chicken Shack will host a blood drive from 11am-3pm July 20. Museum Open The Crenshaw County Historical Society […] The post Community Calendar appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Hawthorne resigns, accepts new role with state BOE
Crenshaw County Schools Superintendent Dodd Hawthorne announced his resignation following acceptance of a position with the Alabama State Board of Education. Hawthorne will take on the role of Assistant State Superintendent for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce Development, effective August 16. Hawthorne highlighted critical challenges facing the state’s education department, emphasizing the need […] The post Hawthorne resigns, accepts new role with state BOE appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Horn Family to hold 122nd annual reunion
By Staff Reports The 122nd annual Horn family reunion will take place on July 21 at the Glenwood Community Center. The event is set to begin at 11 a.m. and will conclude around 3:30 p.m. A brief business meeting will be held at noon, followed by lunch at approximately 12:30 p.m. After the business meeting […] The post Horn Family to hold 122nd annual reunion appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Crenshaw coverage: Your opinion matters
An Editorial Opinion of The Luverne Journal On Thursday The Luverne Journal launched a survey asking readers to let us know what topics they wish to read more or less about. Asking for an opinion is risky. There are no guarantees that responses will prove readers already like what we are doing. However, The Luverne […] The post Crenshaw coverage: Your opinion matters appeared first on Luverne Journal.
29 and Main celebrates ribbon cutting
A local business in Dozier celebrated their ribbon cutting ceremony with the Crenshaw County chamber of commerce, inviting friends and family to learn more about the new business. The venture, 29 and Main, is a new convenience store in Dozier, owned and operated by Celia and Tony Kelley, who work alongside their family and friends […] The post 29 and Main celebrates ribbon cutting appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Crenshaw Arrests (7/8 to 7/14)
July 8 * Devin Brett Thaggard, 32 – Promoting prison contraband second degree, unauthorized use of a vehicle July 10 * Jonathon Cruz Henley, 36 – Possession of marijuana first degree, receiving stolen property second degree, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance with intent * Anastasia E Mooney, 39 – Disorderly […] The post Crenshaw Arrests (7/8 to 7/14) appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Obituaries of 7/18/2024
Gerald (Jerry) Davis Hudgens Gerald (Jerry) Davis Hudgens, age 83, of Crestview, Florida, passed away Monday, July 8. Jerry lived in Crestview for the past 38 years. Jerry Hudgens was born on May 6, 1941, in Troy. He was the son of Buck and Jewel Ethel Hudgens from Glenwood. He graduated from Luverne High School […] The post Obituaries of 7/18/2024 appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Cookout honors local first responders
By Haley Mitchell Godwin Over 50 first responders from Crenshaw County were honored during a cookout at E.L. Turner Park July 12. The event, held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., was hosted by Senator Will Barfoot, Representative Chris Sells and the Alabama Forestry Association. Caroleene Dobson, candidate for the recently redrawn 2nd Congressional District […] The post Cookout honors local first responders appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Rutledge building wall collapse blocks Highway 10
Traffic through Rutledge on U.S. Highway 10 was halted Tuesday afternoon by what appears to be a weather-related explosion. At approximately 3:15 p.m. on July 16, Amber Olney, a clerk at the Rutledge Post Office reported debris in the road to local law enforcement. The incident occurred on Lee Street, directly across from the Rutledge […] The post Rutledge building wall collapse blocks Highway 10 appeared first on Luverne Journal.
One picture – A thousand thank yous
An Editorial Opinion of The Luverne Journal There is an old adage, the origins of which many sources debate, which advises the reader that, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Because there is much truth in the proverb, The Luverne Journal held a photo opportunity on Jan. 11 aimed at compiling the sentiments of […] The post One picture – A thousand thank yous appeared first on Luverne Journal.
What is your ‘why?’
By Lanell Downs Smith Early in my journalism career I learned that the most compelling stories illuminate a subject’s “why” — why they chose their career, why they opened their business, why they spearheaded a community effort, why they work to make the world a better place. With the discovery came a realization of my […] The post What is your ‘why?’ appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Brantley’s Regina Parker to bring space camp excitement to classroom
By Haley Mitchell Godwin Regina Parker, a dedicated fourth-grade math and science teacher at Brantley School, is preparing to give her students an out-of-this-world learning experience. After attending the Space Academy® for Educators program at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center® in Huntsville, Parker is eager to incorporate newfound knowledge and enthusiasm into her classroom, […] The post Brantley’s Regina Parker to bring space camp excitement to classroom appeared first on Luverne Journal.
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