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Tax cut coming to Alabamians

Governor Kay Ivey signs the bill giving Alabamians a tax cut. Shown with her is State Senator Del Marsh, who sponsored the bill.

WINSTON COUNTY - Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed Senate Bill 76, sponsored by Senator Del March, which provides the largest tax break in more than a decade to middle-class Alabamians.

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DECA sponsors Disney Princess Tea April 15

Snow White

HALEYVILLE - It is the dream of many young girls to have a tea party with a Disney princess.

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Bear Creek Council talks speeding issues

BEAR CREEK - The Bear Creek Fire Department has recently purchased another rescue vehicle.

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Hayes explains tax’s approval

Roger Hayes

DOUBLE SPRINGS - Winston County Commission Chairman Roger Hayes took the opportunity during the commission’s March 12, meeting to explain his views on the millage...

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Poles being set in Haleyville for new fiber optic internet

Haleyville Mayor Ken Sunseri at Rocky Ravine Park, showing, at the left in the background, a pole that has been set where fiber optic lines will be run, signaling the coming of high speed internet.

HALEYVILLE - The million dollar question on everyone’s mind is: when is high speed internet coming to Haleyville?

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Four-alarm structure fire near Double Springs

DOUBLE SPRINGS - Double Springs, Ashridge, Delmar and Haleyville fire departments were on the scene Wednesday, March 14, of a fully involved structure fire on County Road 338 off of Highway 278 just west of Double Springs. Alabama Forestry Commission was also been called to the scene. More details as they become available.

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Wreck at Black Pond

BLACK POND - The Black Pond Volunteer Fire Department was on the scene of a one-vehicle accident on County Road 8 Tuesday, March 13, at approximately 7:15 p.m. Firefighters reportied at least one injury in the accident.

Also, a telephone pole has possibly been made unstable due to the accident. Motorists are urged to continue to use caution through this area.

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AHS Bulldogs pound Yellow Jackets 15-5

Jorge Smith takes one on the chin by Winston County High School catcher Zachary Wright as Smith tries to slide into home.

ADDISON - The homeplate umpire called the ball game in the bottom of the sixth inning Monday, March 12, on a Hayden Lee hit. Addison defeated Winston County High School 15-5 at AHS.

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Lockdown at Addison High School only a drill

New Addison Schools resource officer Brett Rodgers, left, talks with Addison High School Principal Micah Smothers.

ADDISON - Two K-9 units from the Cullman County Sheriff's Office paid a surprise visit to students at Addison High School Tuesday, March 13.

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Double Springs council discusses demolition of office on former Southern Homes property

DOUBLE SPRINGS - The Double Springs Council discussed options on demolishing the office complex that once belonged to Southern Homes off County Road 24 in the Industrial Park during their March 12, meeting.

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Winston County Republican meeting Monday, March 12

DOUBLE SPRINGS - The Winston County Republican Party is meeting tonight, Monday March 12 at 7 pm at the Winston County Courthouse. All committee members are urged to attend. The public is cordially invited.

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HHS Alumni Association seeks Alumnus of the Year nominations

HALEYVILLE - The Haleyville Alumni Association is seeking nominations for Alumnus of the Year for 2018.
Letters may be submitted to Haleyville Alumni Association, P.O. Box 91, Haleyville, Alabama, 35565.

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Early morning chase ends in crash, arrest

Michael Dylan Tittle

WINSTON COUNTY - The pursuit of a suspect driving a vehicle believed to have been stolen out of Jasper, ended early Thursday morning, March 8, when the vehicle left Highway 278 in a curve and crashed, with the subject apprehended after bailing out of the vehicle and fleeing into a wooded area.

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Family still seeking answers on Hamby's disappearance

Jessica Leeann Hamby

HALEYVILLE - The family of Jessica Leeann Hamby, 24, of Haleyville, who was officially last seen on Jan. 2, still seek answers behind her disappearance while clinging to hope the case will be solved and they will have some sort of closure as to what happened to her.

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Fuel spill contained at Natural Bridge

Agencies work Wednesday night, March 7, to clean up a fuel spill where 100 gallons of diesel fuel spilled onto the highway at the intersection of highways 278 and 13.

NATURAL BRIDGE - A fuel spill that brought response from numerous agencies Wedneday night, March 7, to the Natural Bridge area, was brought under control with a special agency called in for clean up.

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Reagan faces manslaughter charge in death of ex-boyfriend

Sherry Dianne Reagan faces charges of manslaughter, possession of marijuana second degree and possession of drug paraphernalia.

ADDISON - Sherry Dianne Reagan, 58, of 220 County Road 3730, was arrested by the Winston County Sheriff's Office early Friday, March 2, facing charges of manslaughter, in the death of her ex-boyfriend Gary Kenneth Aderholt, 61, who sustained injuries allegedly caused by Reagan during a domestic altercation that occurred at her residence.

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Banners for veterans

Pictured from left are Acting City Clerk Christy Harbin, Mayor Ken Sunseri and Auxiliary President Becky Linam with an example of one of the banners that may be purchased.

HALEYVILLE - American Legion Whitehead Post #33 and Auxiliary in Haleyville in conjunction with the City of Haleyville are proud to announce The Banner Program, honoring family and friends (past and present) who have served our great nation.

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Police presence at Winston County High School over student's statement

DOUBLE SPRINGS - While emotions are still running high after the latest school massacre in Florida, a statement made by a student overheard by another student, was blown out of proportion on social media and through talk, resulting in a police presence at Winston County High School Wednesday morning.

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Community Unity back with full slate of events

Yes, the fair is returning to Double Springs this year, just one of the many events planned by Community Unity organizers.

DOUBLE SPRINGS - The first year of Community Unity events in 2017 brought new people to Double Springs, while also bringing out residents for events and activities designed to not only promote the town, but for residents to share in fellowship and team spirit.

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AES welcomes Wiggins for Read Across America finale

Addison native and Bassmaster Pro Elite Series Member Jesse Wiggins with Addison Elementary’s Dr. Seuss inspired students during Read Across America Week.

ADDISON - Students at Addison Elementary School received a big boost, not only to ignite their joy of reading but also to reach their goals to make dreams come true, during a special visit Friday, March 2, from Addison High School graduate Jesse Wiggins, who tours the circuit with the Bassmaster Pro Elite Series.