Winston County

All six area volleyball teams competing in regional tournaments in Huntsville

Thursday, October 25, 2018 - 9:25:32 AM

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.

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Fall countywide cleanup day scheduled for Saturday postponed

Thursday, October 8, 2026 - 9:25:23 AM

WINSTON COUNTY - Due to the potential for inclement weather Saturday, October 10, the Winston County Commission has postponed the countywide fall cleanup day scheduled for that date. A new date will be set when the Winston County Commission meets October 26.

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Workforce gaps discussed during informative meeting

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 - 8:34:18 AM

Among officials in Winston County in attendance at the recent workforce development meeting, from left, Haleyville Chamber of Commerce President Mike Evans; Winston Career Academy Director Adam Gray; Winston County Schools Superintendent Jeff Scott; Winston County Commission Chairman David Cummings; Double Springs Mayor Kim Miller and Winston County District 1 Commissioner Rutger Hyche.

DOUBLE SPRINGS - Efforts are underway to bridge gaps between industry and education in a mission to also increase profitability and improve workforce and economic development.

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Federal funding loss hits Winston BOE budget

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 - 8:28:05 AM

WINSTON COUNTY - A loss of $800,000 in federal funding from previous years, as well as a decrease in average daily membership tied to loss of teacher units and other factors are giving officials with Winston County Schools some good reasons to carefully watch their budget and spending in the next few years.

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$5 million makeover and upgrade coming

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 - 9:39:50 AM

Shown at the announcement of $5 million from the Education Trust Fund for the Winston Career Academy, from left, Incoming State Representative Phil Segraves; State Senate Pro-Tem Garlan Gudger; Winston Career Academy Director Adam Gray; Winston County Schools Superintendent Jeff Scott and State Representative Tim Wadsworth.

WINSTON COUNTY - The Winston Career Academy, which partners with Bevill State Community College, has received what officials describe as the largest funding allotment in the history of the center, thanks to $5 million from the Education Trust Fund budget.

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Fall countywide cleanup day October 10

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 - 9:02:56 AM

WINSTON COUNTY - The Winston County Commission has announced that Saturday, Oct. 10, will be the day for the annual countywide fall cleanup.

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Capstone receives grant to help battle hepatitis C

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 - 9:21:05 AM

From left, David Jones, executive director for Capstone Health, Capstone Nurse Practitioners Angela McNutt and Holly Whitman.

WINSTON COUNTY - Medical officials are wanting the public to be better educated about hepatitis C - a viral infection known to cause liver damage - and that screenings and treatment are available locally.

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School transportation completely funded by state

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - 9:15:24 AM

Shown at the fleet of buses for Winston County Schools is Randall Shedd, representative for State Senate Pro-Tem Garlan Gudger and Winston County Schools Superintendent Jeff Scott.

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.

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County planning six road projects

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - 8:26:25 AM

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.

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Winston, Marion recognized for Safety Month practices

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - 9:02:00 AM

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.