Winston County

County awarded millions for road projects

Winston County Road Engineer James Glasgow, left, and District 1 Commissioner Rutger Hyche show a map of road projects that have been funded with a combined $3.3 million in federal dollars.

Winston County Road Engineer James Glasgow, left, and District 1 Commissioner Rutger Hyche show a map of road projects that have been funded with a combined $3.3 million in federal dollars.
WINSTON COUNTY - A record amount of funding has poured into Winston County within the past year to resurface much needed roadways, with the latest two projects totaling $3.3 million in federal dollars, boosting not only recreation, but also tourism and economic development.

Travel advisory in effect for county roads

WINSTON COUNTY - Winston County Commission Chairman David Cummings reports that, as of Sunday night, Jan. 25, a check of various roads in Winston County showed that moisture from recent rainfall has dried, but since temperatures are drastically  dropping into the teens, a travel advisory is  in effect for all county roads, due to the potential for ice on roadways and bridges. Travel is not advised but if necessary, motorists need to use extreme caution due to possible black ice and slick road conditions, Cummings said.

County faces federal funding cuts

Winston County Commission Chairman David Cummings, discusses the county’s finances at the January 9, Haleyville Area Chamber of Commerce meeting.

Winston County Commission Chairman David Cummings, discusses the county’s finances at the January 9, Haleyville Area Chamber of Commerce meeting.
HALEYVILLE A comparison of figures from last year’s to this year’s Winston County Commission budget shows the county had some funding triumphs with grants funding projects and employee raises, while also showing significant funding cuts in some key areas.
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