Carroll named to Troy University Chancellor’s List

TROY - Evelyn Carroll, of Haleyville, has been named to the chancellor’s list at Troy University for the fall semester/term 2 of the 2023-2024 academic year.
The chancellor’s list honors full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who earn a grade point average of 4.0.
Troy University is a public, historic, international university with 22,500 students and 154,000 alumni.

List of charges released

Shannon Lee Stewart and Brittany Cheyenne Scoggins (Courtesy photos)

Shannon Lee Stewart and Brittany Cheyenne Scoggins (Courtesy photos)
DOUBLE SPRINGS - The Winston County Sheriff's Office has released the full list of charges against the parents of a 2-month-old infant, who was killed December 30.

Everyone invited to public forum with state legislators January 11

From left, State Representative Tracy Estes, State Senator Garlon Gudger and State Representative Tim Wadsworth cordially invite everyone in Winston County to come out for a public forum Thursday, January 11, at Haleyville High School.

From left, State Representative Tracy Estes, State Senator Garlon Gudger and State Representative Tim Wadsworth cordially invite everyone in Winston County to come out for a public forum Thursday, January 11, at Haleyville High School.
HALEYVILLE - Residents will have an opportunity to meet Winston County’s team of state legislators who will be conducting a public meeting on Thursday, Jan. 11.

Bear Creek to fine those skipping municipal court

Bear Creek Police Chief Eddie Collins explains to the town council the issue with people not attending municipal court.

Bear Creek Police Chief Eddie Collins explains to the town council the issue with people not attending municipal court.
BEAR CREEK - One of the many negative, lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic is people failing to show up for court, bringing financial hardships on municipalities, which wind up paying for jail accommodations when the people are arrested for missing their court dates.

Man charged in death of infant daughter

DOUBLE SPRINGS - As of late Saturday evening, December 30, Shannon Lee Stewart 33 of Double Springs, has been charged with capital murder in the death of his infant daughter, 2-month-old Amasia Faith Stewart, according to Winston County Sheriff Caleb Snoddy. 

There will be more charges pending and information to follow, as this is a sensitive and ongoing investigation which is being conducted by the Sheriffs Office. Sheriff  Snoddy asks for the public to  please pray for the family, sheriffs office staff and others involved at this time, 

Dixie Theatre celebrates its 75th anniversary

Toby Sherrill, owner of the Dixie Theatre, outside the establishment as it looks today on Main Street in Haleyville. The doors, sign and building are reminiscent of the way the theater looked when first opening 75 years ago.

Toby Sherrill, owner of the Dixie Theatre, outside the establishment as it looks today on Main Street in Haleyville. The doors, sign and building are reminiscent of the way the theater looked when first opening 75 years ago.
HALEYVILLE - The Dixie Theatre in downtown Haleyville holds many cherished memories to many people, memories that have been made for the past 75 years.

Webb retiring as Winston County E-9-1-1 Director

Winston County E-9-1-1 Director Tim Webb, pictured in his office with a replica of the red phone used to make the nation’s first 9-1-1 call in Haleyville, will be retiring, effective Feb. 1.

Winston County E-9-1-1 Director Tim Webb, pictured in his office with a replica of the red phone used to make the nation’s first 9-1-1 call in Haleyville, will be retiring, effective Feb. 1.
DOUBLE SPRINGS - A committee formed by the Winston County E-9-1-1 Board is seeking a replacement for Winston County Enhanced 9-1-1 Director Tim Webb who will retire in February with over 36 years of total service to the state.

Haleyville man missing

Jake Hutcheson (Courtesy Photo)

Jake Hutcheson (Courtesy Photo)
HALEYVILLE - The family of Jacob "Jake" Hutcheson, 38, of Haleyville, has not seen or had contact with him in over a week and is asking for the public's help to locate him.

Community Christmas dinner Saturday

David and Sarah Harbin prepare food for the upcoming community Christmas dinner this Saturday, Dec. 23, at The Upper Room and Gathering Place, located in downtown Haleyville.

David and Sarah Harbin prepare food for the upcoming community Christmas dinner this Saturday, Dec. 23, at The Upper Room and Gathering Place, located in downtown Haleyville.
HALEYVILLE - Gatherings of friends and family are key during the holiday season, so a special invitation is being given for anyone needing a meal to gather at The Upper Room and Gathering Place for a homecooked meal prepared by community volunteers.

Tis the season for thefts, sheriff’s office warns

From left, Winston County Sheriff Caleb Snoddy, Investigators Josh Edwards, Josh Bennett and Chief Deputy Jacob Eward with guns and other items confiscated.

From left, Winston County Sheriff Caleb Snoddy, Investigators Josh Edwards, Josh Bennett and Chief Deputy Jacob Eward with guns and other items confiscated.
NAUVOO - The arrest at gunpoint of a Nauvoo man found with three loaded firearms who allegedly tried to pull a gun on law enforcement, is a grim reminder that the holiday season can also bring increased crime.
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