Winston Fraternal Order of Police begins Toys for Kids drive

Winston County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Josh Bennett, left, and Sheriff Caleb Snoddy with toys being collected for this year's giveaway.

Winston County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Josh Bennett, left, and Sheriff Caleb Snoddy with toys being collected for this year's giveaway.
WINSTON COUNTY - The countdown has begun for parents and/or guardians of children needing toys this upcoming holiday season to take part in the annual Toys for Kids giveaway, sponsored by Winston County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 51.

21 Days of Prayer campaign underway

Dawn Tucker, ministry assistant for the Winston County Baptist Association, pictured right, and Phyllis Watts, ministry assistant of the Baptist Association, urge the county to begin participating this week in the 21 Days of Prayer.

Dawn Tucker, ministry assistant for the Winston County Baptist Association, pictured right, and Phyllis Watts, ministry assistant of the Baptist Association, urge the county to begin participating this week in the 21 Days of Prayer.
WINSTON COUNTY - An urgent plea is being made for prayer across Winston County in the face of troubles facing the nation, as well as what is being described as a pivotal general election in just a few weeks.

HMS to hold meeting with parents of English language learners

Urging atendance at the upcoming English Language-Learner, or EL Night at Haleyville Middle School, from left, Jesika Cockrell, EL paraprofessional, Middle School Principal Bo Wilcoxson and Middle School Assistant Principal Emily Faulkner.

Urging atendance at the upcoming English Language-Learner, or EL Night at Haleyville Middle School, from left, Jesika Cockrell, EL paraprofessional, Middle School Principal Bo Wilcoxson and Middle School Assistant Principal Emily Faulkner.
HALEYVILLE - The significant increase in students learning the English language, or EL students, has prompted Haleyville Middle School to hold a public meeting to address concerns and bridge any gaps in communication that could lead to other issues.

History found in Masonic Lodge cornerstone

Standing beside the displayed items removed from the time capsule, from left, Free and Accepted Masons State of Alabama Lodge 877 member R.J. Winkles, President Adam Baker, Grand Master Mike Boyles and long-time member Charlie Thompson.

Standing beside the displayed items removed from the time capsule, from left, Free and Accepted Masons State of Alabama Lodge 877 member R.J. Winkles, President Adam Baker, Grand Master Mike Boyles and long-time member Charlie Thompson.
DOUBLE SPRINGS - A moment of historical importance not just for the Town of Double Springs but for Winston County took place Saturday, Sept. 28, when a time capsule located behind the cornerstone of the Winston County Masonic Lodge No. 877 was opened after 72 years, revealing some surprising contents.

Gudger grateful to the community for praying for his recovery

From left, Winston County Commission Chairman Roger Hayes, State Senator Garlan Gudger, Economic Developer Dr. Nicole Wadsworth, Haleyville Mayor Ken Sunseri and State Representative Tim Wadsworth.

From left, Winston County Commission Chairman Roger Hayes, State Senator Garlan Gudger, Economic Developer Dr. Nicole Wadsworth, Haleyville Mayor Ken Sunseri and State Representative Tim Wadsworth.
DOUBLE SPRINGS - State Senator Garlan Gudger - who is recovering from major injuries suffered in a jet ski accident this summer - made his first speaking appearance since the accident Monday, Sept. 30, to celebrate over $119,000 in funding for projects across Winston County.

Bacu makes dean’s list

HALEYVILLE - Bryant Bacu, of Haleyville, is among the more than 1,200 cadets and students recognized for their academic achievements during the spring 2024 semester.
The dean's list is a recognition given to cadets and students whose grade point average is 3.20 or higher, with no grade below  a C or an incomplete.

Dolly Parton Imagination Library launches in Winston County

A large crowd of local, county and state officials gathers with children from Seymour-Bevill Daycare at the courtroom of the Winston County Judicial Building to celebrate the launch of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in the county.

A large crowd of local, county and state officials gathers with children from Seymour-Bevill Daycare at the courtroom of the Winston County Judicial Building to celebrate the launch of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in the county.
DOUBLE SPRINGS - The ultimate goal of inspiring small children to love reading was reached with much fanfare Wednesday, Sept. 25, when the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program was kicked off for the first time for all of Winston County.

New Prospect celebrating its bicentennial Sunday

New Prospect Baptist Church - the oldest Baptist church in Winston County and the third oldest in Alabama - will celebrate its 200th anniversary of serving God in the community with a special service this Sunday, Oct. 6. (Courtesy photo)

New Prospect Baptist Church - the oldest Baptist church in Winston County and the third oldest in Alabama - will celebrate its 200th anniversary of serving God in the community with a special service this Sunday, Oct. 6. (Courtesy photo)
HALEYVILLE - Six years after Alabama became a state in 1819, before Winston County even existed as its own entity, God planted a church along the newly formed Byler Road.
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