Tidwell new Winston E-911 Director
Debbie Tidwell, new Winston County E-911 Director, comes on board replacing Tim Webb, whose retirement was effective Feb. 1.
DOUBLE SPRINGS - Debbie Tidwell has been on a journey for years, working in emergency medical services, dispatching and supervision, preparing her for the role as the new Winston County E-911 director, replacing the retiring Tim Webb.
Walker County Public Fishing Lake reopens Feb. 15
WALKER COUNTY - Walker County Public Fishing Lake will reopen on February 15, 2024, under the operation of new lake managers David Price and Tiffany Terradas.
Double Springs Elementary School second nine weeks honor rolls
DOUBLE SPRINGS - Double Springs Elementary School has released its second nine weeks honor rolls:
A Honor Roll
2nd grade: Natalia Betts, Chloe Ergle, Sophia Garcia, Kennedy Rumpke, Skylayn Schoen, Jase Amerson, Eli Cagle, Emmery Hyche, Ryder Jones, Dalton Lolley, Haven Scott, Peyslee Green, Rutger Glenn, Reagan Frazier, Kylee Morgan, Tripton Garrison, Kolter Couch, Kylee Akers.
Double Springs Middle School second nine weeks honor rolls
DOUBLE SPRINGS - Double Springs Middle School has released its second nine weeks honor rolls...
Federal, state legislators promise action to end railroad crossing blockages
Officials discuss the recent Norfolk Southern train situation in the town of Lynn with U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt. From left, Winston County Commissioners David Cummings and Rutger Hyche, Aderholt and Kelli Wolfe, district field representative for U.S. Senator Katie Britt.
LYNN - State and federal officials are seeking action and accountability from Norfolk Southern Railroad, which had a train stopped on the tracks in Lynn at least 12 hours...
Train blocks intersection in Lynn for 12 hours
LYNN - A Norfolk Southern railroad train, with a length spanning at least a quarter to half-mile, stopped on the railroad tracks in Lynn for at least 12 hours last week, creating a major hindrance.
Addison Ladies Club hosting benefit glow run February 9
ADDISON - The Addison Ladies Club will be sponsoring a benefit glow run Friday, Feb. 9, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Alexander Park, located off of County Road 41 North.
Meek Elementary second nine weeks honor rolls
ARLEY - Meek Elementary School has released its second nine weeks honor rolls:
Arley residents injured in head-on fatal crash
CULLMAN COUNTY - Two Arley residents were injured in a head-on crash Thursday, January 25, that proved fatal for a Logan man.
Plans for 51st Arley Day underway
ARLEY - The Arley Women's Club met Wednesday, January 23, to continue making plans for the 51st annual Arley Day Festival, Parade and Car Show, set for Saturday, May 18.
Haleyville Alumni Association taking nominations for Alumni of the Year
HALEYVILLE - The Haleyville High School School Alumni Association is currently accepting nominations for the Alumnus/Alumna of the Year Award, which is presented annually at the HHS Alumni Luncheon...
Apartment fire in Addison displaces family with young children
From left, Addison Police Chief Luke Sheppard, Sgt. Tim Williams and Assistant Chief Greg Rooks look at a mattress where it is believed a fire started in a bedroom at Cardinal Apartments in Addison on Monday, displacing a family with young children.
ADDISON - A fire in a downstairs unit of Cardinal Apartments in Addison Monday, January, 22, displaced one family, including two small children, and caused eight other families to evacuate.
Phillips Schools getting school resource officer
BEAR CREEK - The safety of staff and students at Phillips Schools was at the heart of a major decision by the Bear Creek Town Council to approve the school’s first-ever resource officer, a position the town is now seeking to fill.
Moore named to president’s list
CRANE HILL - Jordan Moore, of Crane Hill, was named to the Mississippi College President’s List for the fall, 2023 semester.
White makes president’s list at Coastal Alabama Community College
HALEYVILLE - Brant White, of Haleyville, has been named to the Coastal Alabama Community College President’s List for the fall, 2023, semester.
Tucker makes president’s list
HALEYVILLE - Bailee Tucker, of Haleyville, has been named to the Campbellsville University President’s List for the fall semester for 2023.
Railroad crossing in Lynn blocked by train
This Norfolk Southern train has been blocking the intersection with County Road 356 since 6 a.m. January 23, creating major problems for businesses on the other side
LYNN - A main railroad crossing in Lynn has been blocked since 6 a.m. Tuesday, January 23, by a Norfolk Southern train that appears to be unoccupied, creating a massive disruption for many businesses and great concern for first responders.
The train is currently blocking the intersection with County Road 356, which has blocked the best path navigable to several businesses, including Pace Industries, Millport Lumber and Winston Machinery.
Haleyville, Winston county schools virtual Monday
HALEYVILLE - Dr. Holly Sutherland, superintendent of Haleyville City Schools, released the following message Sunday, Jan. 23, regarding HCS being virtual Monday, Jan. 22:
Some Winston County roads upgrades from impassable to hazardous
WINSTON COUNTY - The following road update is from the Winston County Commission: