Winston County

Local farmers travel to Washington to discuss concerns


Winston County Farmers Federation President Darrell Lee, left, and his wife, Linda, were among 150 Alabama farmers who visited Washington, D.C., March 4-7 to discuss their concerns with lawmakers. Shown with the Lees are U.S. Representative Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville).
WASHINGTON - Winston County Farmers Federation President Darrell Lee and his wife, Linda, were among 150 Alabama farmers who traveled to Washington, D.C., March 4-7 to share their stories and concerns with lawmakers.

Tornado watch issued for Winston County

WINSTON COUNTY- A tornado watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for Winston County at 9:11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, effective until 4:00 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 16. The  Tornado Watch means there is the possibility of tornadoes in the incoming storm system approaching the state from Mississippi. Winston County Commission Chairman David Cummings reported that all storm shelters throughout Winston County are open and available if needed. Haleyville Mayor Ken Sunseri noted all city shelters are also open. Any updates will be provided as they become available.

Dolly Parton Imagination Library party Friday


From left, Katie Brown, chairperson of Women United, which helps raise funds for United Way; Johnna Bailey, member of the Arley Women’s Club; Stephanie Childers, executive director of United Way of Cullman County, with the picture of Dolly Parton whose imagination library has kicked off across Winston County.
WINSTON COUNTY - Five months after the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program kicked off the first time across all of Winston County, another first will take place this Friday, Feb. 7, with the first Dolly Party fundraiser for the program.