Youth fishing derby Saturday
BANKHEAD NATIONAL FOREST - A free youth fishing derby for ages 5-12 will be held in celebration of National Get Outdoors Day Saturday, June 8...
Locations in Bankhead added to Alabama Mountain Lakes' North Alabama Waterfall Trail
WINSTON COUNTY - With summertime upon us, the Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association (AMLA) announces an expansion to the extremely popular Waterfalls of North Alabama Trail.
Small Town Chef of the Year competition announced
WINSTON COUNTY - Alabama Small Towns and Downtowns magazine has launched a statewide competition to crown Alabama’s Small Town Chef of the Year, in honor of the Alabama Department of Tourism proclaiming 2024 as the Year of Alabama Foods.
Haleyville Center of Technology's labor of love up for bid at 9-1-1 Festival
Drafting teacher Jamie White works with students on the gabled porch of the tiny house.
HALEYVILLE - Those attending the 9-1-1 Festival in Haleyville this weekend will have the opportunity to purchase all kinds of wonderful things - including a house!
Highway 278 west of Double Springs shut down due to vehicle fires
Flames engulf the cab of a log truck that was involved in a two-vehicle accident on Highway 278 just west of Double Springs. Thankfully, only minor injuries have been reported. (Courtesy photo)
DOUBLE SPRINGS - Motorists are being urged to avoid the area of Highway 278 a quarter mile past Mt. Carmel Church between Double Springs and Natural Bridge, Thursday morning, May 30, due to two vehicles engulfed in flames.
9-1-1 Festival begins Friday
9-1-1 Festival Committee Members, left to right, Kris Burleson, Jade Bice and Mandy Little.
HALEYVILLE - Just a few short days remain until the City of Haleyville’s annual 9-1-1 festival and alumni festivities.
Winston County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2024 inductees announced
WINSTON COUNTY - Another stellar group of former Winston County high school athletes have been chosen to be inducted into the Winston County Sports Hall of Fame.
International Harvester collectors rolling into Haleyville for festival
HALEYVILLE - The annual tractor show sponsored by Cox Highway 195 Farm and Tire Supply as part of the City of Haleyville’s 9-1-1 Festival Saturday, June 1, will be seeing red this year - International Harvester Red, that is.
Addison American Legion seeking photo of one of it’s post’s namesakes
ADDISON - One of Winston County’s fallen heroes from over a century ago is still being remembered, and the public’s help is being sought to “put a face” to his sacrifice.
HHS state champs parade grand marshals
Pictured above are the DECA state champions from the Haleyville Center of Technology, who will be serving as grand marshal’s in Saturday’s alumni/9-1-1 Festival Parade. From left, Ella Vandiver, Gracie Hall, DECA Sponsor Neina Middleton and Alison Beckmann.
HALEYVILLE - Another school year at Haleyville City Schools has ended, with fond memories of another round of state champion student winners, including DECA, track and a three-peat for the boys golf team.
Summer reading program schedules announced
WINSTON COUNTY - Summer reading programs for ages 5-12 begin next month at all Carl Elliott Regional Libraries in Winston County and will include one public event featuring James Spann at the Double Springs Public Library.
Winston County BOE non-renews some personnel
DOUBLE SPRINGS - School boards are faced with tough decisions toward the end of a school year, including non-renewing personnel, but officials at Winston County Schools stress these decisions are not based on financial issues.
Jacksonville State releases spring president’s list
JACKSONVILLE - More than 995 students were named to the President's List at Jacksonville State University for their outstanding academic performance in the spring, 2004 semester.
Funding sought for Neighborhood Facilities Building upgrades
Haleyville Mayor Ken Sunseri shows outdated lockers in the dressing areas of the Neighborhood Facilities Building that will be replaced pending grant approval.
HALEYVILLE - Multiple and long-overdue improvement projects totaling over $1 million are in the works for two major attractions in Haleyville.
Town of Natural Bridge takes Gold in managing risk
NATURAL BRIDGE - The Town of Natural Bridge was recently awarded a Gold Risk Management Award by the insurance divisions of the Alabama League of Municipalities (ALM), the highest award in ALM’s Risk Management Award System.
Jacksonville State announces spring semester dean’s list
JACKSONVILLE - The following local students were named to the Jacksonville State University dean’s list for the spring semester...
Registration for Haleyville Public Library summer reading program underway
HALEYVILLE - Adventure awaits children ages 5-12 this summer at the Haleyville Public Library.
Winston County remains under tornado watch
WINSTON COUNTY - Winston County remains under a tornado watch due to strong to severe storms passing through the area early this morning. Storm shelters in the Haleyville area are open and available for use, reports mayor Ken Sunseri. Haleyville City Hall will also not open until 10 am, he added.
Bankhead ranger offers safety tips for those planning forest excursions
BANKHEAD NATIONAL FOREST - The recent fall of a hiker down a rocky ledge at a waterfall has prompted state and local officials to issue some key safety tips when using the forest the midst of its peak season of usage.
14th annual Mark Forester Price of Freedom Race May 18
HALEYVILLE - The 14th annual Mark Forester Price of Freedom Race will take place on Saturday, May 18, rain or shine, starting at the Haleyville High School stadium/track at 9 a.m.