Winston County

WINSTON COUNTY - For the first time in possibly state history, the Alabama Legislature has fully funded school transportation for public schools across the state, meaning $745,235 in additional funds to cover any shortfalls for Winston County Schools.

WINSTON COUNTY - The fiscal year 2027 Winston County Transportation plan, approved by the county commission at their August 10, meeting, includes six road resurfacing projects spanning over nine miles, at a cost of $885,000, according to Road Engineer James Glasgow.

For the third year in a row, public officials and employees in Winston County earned statewide recognition for their special efforts to improve safety and reduce accidents in the workplace.

WINSTON COUNTY - The University of West Alabama has announced nearly 1,200 outstanding undergraduate students receiving academic honors for the spring 2026 academic semester, including 500 named to the president's list.

WINSTON COUNTY - The University of West Alabama has announced nearly 1,200 outstanding undergraduate students receiving academic honors for the spring 2026 academic semester, including nearly 700 named to the dean's list.

WINSTON COUNTY - The tragedy of young Sarah Marsh, an Alabama resident swept away along with others during the flood at Camp Mystic in Texas last year, has prompted Governor Kay Ivey to unify counties across the state in how they send and receive emergency communications.

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is providing an important update on the ongoing national outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis.

WINSTON COUNTY - Community Action Partnership of North Alabama, Inc. is one of several agencies across the state to receive a grant to help residents reduce their energy bills.

DOUBLE SPRINGS - Changes in administration are underway at elementary schools in Double Springs and Lynn, in preparation for a new year for Winston County Schools, starting for students August 7.

WINSTON COUNTY - There will be key state offices, including one with a split district for Haleyville, on the ballot for the Tuesday, June 16 run-off election, as well as voters deciding whether or not a Winston County lodging tax will be implemented.