Meek Elementary School releases third nine weeks honor roll
ARLEY - Meek Elementary School has released the third nine weeks honor roll.
Coronavirus response teams formed to answer questions regarding State Health Order
MONTGOMERY - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Thursday, April 9, the establishment of response teams within the attorney general’s office to provide authoritative answers to law enforcement, public officials, businesses, employees and residents of Alabama concerning enforcement and compliance of the State Health Order relating to the Coronavirus-2019 pandemic issued by Governor Kay Ivey and State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris.
Online Big Bass Tournament offers competition, time in nature for young anglers
WINSTON COUNTY - For many young anglers, being out of school due to Coronavirus-2019 has meant an end to high school fishing teams, tournaments and time spent lakeside with friends. Fortunately, anglers ages 13-19 looking for a practical way to avoid crowds while still enjoying nature, exercise and a competitive outlet can join the Big Bass Zone Junior Championship (BBZ JC), an online tournament sponsored by B.A.S.S.
Auburn virologist to test SARS-CoV-2 vaccine candidates
AUBURN - An Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine assistant professor, Dr. Constantinos Kyriakis, will soon commence testing of new vaccine candidates that could offer protection against COVID-19 and help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Capstone Rural Health Center receives federal funding to fight COVID-19
WINSTON COUNTY - It was announced Friday, April 10, that Capstone Rural Health Center will receive $652,160 in federal funding to combat the COVID-19 outbreak.
Alabama Extension not recommending Ivermectin to treat COVID-19; disputing social media reports regarding the drug
AUBURN - Social media platforms are lighting up about a recent Australian study on the possible antiviral effects that the drug Ivermectin may have on the COVID-19 virus. However, there is little known about the affects this treatment could have.
Employers cannot retaliate against workers reporting unsafe conditions during Coronavirus-2019 pandemic, U.S. Department of Labor warns
WASHINGTON - The U.S Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is reminding employers that it is illegal to retaliate against workers because they report unsafe and unhealthful working conditions during the coronavirus pandemic.
Alabamian’s annual graduation section coming out in May
While Coronavirus-2019 has changed so many aspects of our lives, there is one thing it is not changing - the Alabamian’s annual high school graduation special section.
Winston County Sheriff’s Office arrests two in alleged meth distribution case
From l-r: Winston County Sheriff’s Office investigators Caleb Snoddy and Jacob Eward, Winston County Sheriff Horace Moore, Chief Deputy Brett Rodgers and Deputy Josh Silas.
DOUBLE SPRINGS - A traffic stop conducted by the Winston County Sheriff’s Office yielded a good supply of methamphetamine, as well as two arrests of defendants known by law enforcement as repeat offenders.
Carl Elliott Regional Library System to begin issuing library cards over the phone
WINSTON COUNTY - Public libraries may be closed across the county, but that doesn't mean residents must give up reading items from the libraries.
UAB offering clinical trial for treatment of patients with severe COVID-19
BIRMINGHAM - The University of Alabama at Birmingham has been selected to begin enrolling patients in an international study assessing the use of inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) to improve outcomes for COVID-19 patients with severely damaged lungs.
Grant awarded for weatherization projects for low-income residents
MONTGOMERY - Community Action Partnership of North Alabama is one of 13 non-profits awarded a collective $2.9 million in grants to assist low-income and elderly residents with improvements to their homes to lower energy costs and improve home safety.
Governor Ivey announced Ribbons of Hope campaign
Governor Kay Ivey and First Baptist Church of Montgomery Patsor Jay Wolf tie the first ribbon as part of Ivey's Ribbons of Hope Campaign.
MONTGOMERY - On Tuesday, April 7, Governor Kay Ivey announced her “Ribbons of Hope” campaign at a ceremony at the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery.
Governor Ivey launches state’s guide to COVID-19 relief efforts
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey today announced the launch of altogetheralabama.org, an online resource that will serve as a hub of information for the state’s response to the coronavirus crisis.
Local legislators participate in conference call with Governor Ivey and State Health Officer
WINSTON COUNTY - Local legislators had an opportunity to take part in a conference call with Governor Kay Ivey and State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris Monday, April 6, receiving an update on the COVID-19 situation in Alabama.
Alabama Free Legal Answers providing online legal advice to underserved Alabamians
WINSTON COUNTY - To help low-income Alabama residents navigate legal issues, the newly launched Alabama Free Legal Answers program provides free qualified legal advice through the website alabama.freelegalanswers.org.
Haleyville City Schools delivers 500 goody bags to health care workers
Central Office staff with bags of goods for health care workers before the second set of deliveries Monday. From left, Teresa Butler, accounts payable; Misty Gibson, payroll; Candy Marbutt, chief school financial officer; Dr. Bill Bishop, director of administrative services; Davey Reed, high school principal;Chere Fetter, director of instructional services; HCS Superintendent Dr. Holly Sutherland and Judy Thompson, board administrative assistant.
HALEYVILLE - Haleyville City Schools, despite facing educational packet and food giveaways to their students who are under Governor Kay Ivey's Stay at Home order to the coronavirus pandemic facing the state, have reached out in good will to compile and deliver 500 bags of essentials to health care workers throughout the city.
Fire at Imperial Inn evacuates 25 occupants early Saturday morning
Haleyville Police Officer Eddie Collins, left, and Haleyville Fire Marshal Jeff Postell investigate the scene.
HALEYVILLE - A fire at a storage facility behind the Imperial Inn motel caused the evacuation of 25 occupants during the early morning hours of Saturday April 4.
Sunrise service for Winston Memorial canceled
HALEYVILLE - Winston Memorial Cemetery has decoration on Easter morning at sunrise every year, and this year will be no different. However, there will be no sunrise service at this time due to the COVID-19 virus. Graves can still be decorated.