Winston County

WINSTON COUNTY - The Geological Survey of Alabama is reporting that a magnitude 2.3 earthquake occurred in Winston County Wednesday, Sept. 6, at 6 a.m. approximately 8.5 miles north of Double Springs in the Bankhead National Forest.  The quake was detected over 4 miles below ground.

 

WINSTON COUNTY - Funds Winston County is receiving under the Rebuild Alabama program have paved the way for much needed improvements, to the tune of $1.4 million.

WINSTON COUNTY - A new law regarding procedures that notaries must follow, whether they are applying for or renewing their licenses went into effect Sept. 1.

WINSTON COUNTY - The Alabama Forestry Commission is warning forest landowners to beware of a timber cutting scam.

WINSTON COUNTY - The 2024 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest began accepting entries August 1.

DOUBLE SPRINGS - Local residents who lived through or had relatives directly impacted by the devastating 1974 Super Outbreak of tornadoes will have the opportunity to tell their stories this Thursday, Aug. 10.

WINSTON COUNTY - As a new school literally rolls around the corner, the Winston County Schools system assures their fleet of buses is ready to roll, but that the public and students show follow important safety tips before the roadways become more crowded with the large yellow student carriers.

WINSTON COUNTY - Help is coming to those who might need assistance paying their utility costs this summer.

WINSTON COUNTY - Summer days are here, which means the county’s public swimming pools will soon be open.