Residents urged to take broadband survey
WINSTON COUNTY - Local and state leaders are urging all residents to take an internet speed survey so leaders can see exactly where broadband internet is needed.
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Alabama Department of Public Health's COVID-19 dashboard
WINSTON COUNTY - The Alabama Department of Public Health has created a dashboard that provides real-time updates on the COVID-19 case count in the state, with countywide breakdowns. To view it, click here.
All six area volleyball teams competing in regional tournaments in Huntsville
WINSTON/MARION - For the first time in recent memory, all six high school volleyball teams in the Northwest Alabamian's coverage area have made it to the North Regional Tournament, and will be competing today through Saturday at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville.
School buses to serve as internet hot spots
Winston County Schools Transportation Supervisor Jeff Scott cleans bus seats in preparation for the new school year.
WINSTON COUNTY - As a certain percentage of students across the county are preparing for virtual or remote learning formats amid the COVID-19 pandemic, educators are admitting the process is throwing them quite a learning curve, as well.
American Legion taking orders for banner program
HALEYVILLE - The American Legion Whitehead Post 33 Auxiliary in Haleyville is taking orders this month for their banner program.
Farmer’s Market vouchers still available
WINSTON COUNTY - The Winston County Extension Office still has access to vouchers for totaling $30 for persons 60 and older to use at farmer’s markets across the state, including the one here in Haleyville. However, they are available on a first come, first served, basis, so interested seniors need to apply now.
Alabama Power to provide customers credits on bills
WINSTON COUNTY - Alabama Power customers will receive a nice surprise on their bills in October. The Alabama Public Service Commission recently approved Alabama Power to provide a total $100 million in credits to customers. The typical Alabama Power customer will receive a $25 credit in October.
Avoid the knock: Complete the census
The above graph shows the census response rate of residents in Winston County’s municipalities as of press time Aug. 2, as well as Bear Creek and Marion County. The state’s response rate is also represented. It should be noted that Natural Bridge’s response rate most likely appears low due to its small population.
WINSTON COUNTY - Time has nearly run out for those who have not responded to the 2020 Census.
Warrant roundup nets 36 arrests
The Winston County Sheriff’s Office is combating crime, with a goal of getting drugs off the streets. Front row from left, Sheriff Horace Moore, Tim Williams, Investigator Jacob Eward and K-9 Bojan. Back row, l-r, Nic Burns, Josh Silas, Brett Rodgers, B.J. Simmons, Jonathan Oliver and Josh Bennett.
WINSTON COUNTY - Keeping drugs off the streets of Winston County is one of the goals of the Winston County Sheriff’s Office.
New deer zone created for Winston County as hunting season dates announced
The updated zoning map for Alabama's upcoming deer hunting season. The vast majority of Winston County is in the newly-created Zone D.
WINSTON COUNTY - The 2020-2021 hunting season will bring big changes for white-tailed deer hunters in a few parts of Alabama, including Winston County.