Officials seeking funding for road repairs after State of Emergency declared

From left, Winston County Commissioner Bobby Everett, Commission Chairman Roger Hayes and Road Engineer James Glasgow view a large washed out drainage ditch off Highway 195 near the county extension office.

From left, Winston County Commissioner Bobby Everett, Commission Chairman Roger Hayes and Road Engineer James Glasgow view a large washed out drainage ditch off Highway 195 near the county extension office.
WINSTON COUNTY - The expression, “rain rain go away” has never been more true for Winston County officials than it is now, as excessive rainful during February and now carrying into March has left officials with pothole problems.

High speed internet available to Arley library users

Representative Tim Wadsworth and Librarian Jennifer Stewart, stand beside the new box installed at the back of the Arley Public Library. The fiber optic line which feeds the new high speed internet will come through this box.

Representative Tim Wadsworth and Librarian Jennifer Stewart, stand beside the new box installed at the back of the Arley Public Library. The fiber optic line which feeds the new high speed internet will come through this box.
ARLEY - Streaming television or movies and gaming will be a realization in the near future for Arley Public Library users...

Addison man killed in Monday crash

ADDISON -  A single-vehicle crash at 11:50 a.m., Monday, March 2, has claimed the life of an Addison man.

Jerry D. Baker, 43, was killed when the Ford Fiesta he was driving exited the roadway and collided with a tree. Baker was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred on US 278, two miles west of Addison. Nothing further is available as Alabama State Troopers continue to investigate.

State resolution honors MHS Band of Champions on 1A state marching championship

State Representative Tim Wadsworth reads the state resolution honoring the Meek High School band. Shown looking on are band students and MHS Principal Marla Murrah.

State Representative Tim Wadsworth reads the state resolution honoring the Meek High School band. Shown looking on are band students and MHS Principal Marla Murrah.
ARLEY - The Meek High School Band of Champions was literally center stage at the 61st annual Chitterling supper, not just because the fundraiser benefitted their program, but also because they were recognized by State Representative Tim Wadsworth of Arley, for the accomplishment of being 1A state marching band champions at a contest on Nov. 2, 2019.

Gibson, McLarty named king and queen of the 61st annual Chittlin' Supper

Former Arley Fire Chief George Gibson receives the highly coveted honor of Chittlin' Supper King, while Beth McLarty has the crown of Chittlin' Queen.

Former Arley Fire Chief George Gibson receives the highly coveted honor of Chittlin' Supper King, while Beth McLarty has the crown of Chittlin' Queen.
ARLEY - As the public entered the door for the 61st annual Chittlin' supper at Meek High School Friday night, Feb. 28, they did something entirely new to the supper by voting, not for candidates in the upcoming March 3 primary, but rather for their choice of candidates that had been submitted for the coveted titles of Chittlin King and Chittlin Queen.

Stamos crowned 2020 Junior Division Leo's Loveliest

Pictured are the 2020 junior division Leo's Loveliest and alternates. From l-r: Brookleigh Cockrell, third alternate; Mia Musso, first alternate; Leo's Loveliest Kelsey Stamos; Mary-Margaret Hulsey, second alternate and Tessa Aderholt, fourth alternate.

Pictured are the 2020 junior division Leo's Loveliest and alternates. From l-r: Brookleigh Cockrell, third alternate; Mia Musso, first alternate; Leo's Loveliest Kelsey Stamos; Mary-Margaret Hulsey, second alternate and Tessa Aderholt, fourth alternate.
HALEYVILLE - Haleyville Middle School sixth grader Kelsey Stamos was crowned the 2020 Junior Division Leo's Loveliest...

Winston County Sheriff's Office shuts down alleged Haleyville meth supplier

Pictured with the 94 grams of meth and other drug paraphernalia recovered in the traffic stop are, from l-r: Winston County Sheriff's Office Investigators Caleb Snoddy and Jacob Eward, Winston County Sheriff Horace Moore and Winston County Chief Deputy Brett Rodgers.

Pictured with the 94 grams of meth and other drug paraphernalia recovered in the traffic stop are, from l-r: Winston County Sheriff's Office Investigators Caleb Snoddy and Jacob Eward, Winston County Sheriff Horace Moore and Winston County Chief Deputy Brett Rodgers.
HALEYVILLE - Investigation into possible selling and distribution of methamphetamine out of a residence on Newburg Road has resulted in the arrest of a Haleyville man after a traffic stop discovery of 94 grams of meth...

Serve with Pride award honors Fetter

Chere Fetter, director of instructional services, had this month's Serve with Pride award named in her honor. Fetter, front right, is pictured with husband Todd Fetter, sister Stephanie Rainey and mother Linda Silas. Board of education members behind them, from left, Kris Burleson, Barry Burleson, Beth McAlpine, Board President Donna Jones, board member Chad Tidwell and HCS Superintendent Dr. Holly Sutherland.

Chere Fetter, director of instructional services, had this month's Serve with Pride award named in her honor. Fetter, front right, is pictured with husband Todd Fetter, sister Stephanie Rainey and mother Linda Silas. Board of education members behind them, from left, Kris Burleson, Barry Burleson, Beth McAlpine, Board President Donna Jones, board member Chad Tidwell and HCS Superintendent Dr. Holly Sutherland.
HALEYVILLE  - The Haleyville Board of Education meeting Tuesday, Feb. 25, proved to be both emotional and rewarding for Chere Fetter, director of instructional services, who was honored with this month’s Serve with Pride award.

All wrapped up

Haleyville Elementary Principal Christy Bice models the python snake for the young audience.

Haleyville Elementary Principal Christy Bice models the python snake for the young audience.
HALEYVILLE - One could say that Haleyville Elementary Principal Christy Bice got all wrapped up in the reptile show held Wednesday, Feb. 26, when she got to meet a large python literally face to face.

Helicon, Arley and Addison fire departments form joint agreement

The new automatic aid agreement between Helicon, Arley and Addison fire departments means the three agencies must participate together in 16 hours of training per year. That training started Saturday, Feb. 22. Firefighters are using the Jaws of Life in a mock wreck at the Arley Fire station.

The new automatic aid agreement between Helicon, Arley and Addison fire departments means the three agencies must participate together in 16 hours of training per year. That training started Saturday, Feb. 22. Firefighters are using the Jaws of Life in a mock wreck at the Arley Fire station.
WINSTON COUNTY - Three local departments are now operating as one single department on structure fire calls under a new automatic aid agreement, which affects qualifications for their training.
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