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FINDING HER CALLING
BY KAITLIN HOLLEY After years of trying to figure out how to find a career to help others, Andalusia’s Sarah Atkinson has found ...
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Local releases first book
Evergreen native Broderick Palmore released his debut novel “Less Than Holy. The Victims. The Cries. D.R.I.N.” in the ...
FINDING HER CALLING
BY KAITLIN HOLLEY After years of trying to figure out how to find a career to ...
WAITIN’ ON SISTER
Caroline Sansom, Amelia Sansom and Adelyn Sansom waiting for their sister outside the Andalusia Ballet at Robinson Park ...
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Local releases first book
Evergreen native Broderick Palmore released his debut novel “Less Than Holy. The Victims. The Cries. D.R.I.N.” in the hopes of entertaining people with his words. ...
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Local businessman appointed commissioner in Crenshaw
Local businessman Stallion Sasser recently was appointed District 4 County Commissioner in Crenshaw County. Gov. Kay Ivey appointed Sasser to fill the office formerly held ...
by Staff Reports, Tuesday, February 18, 2020 5:54 pm
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Medical marijuana bill introduced
Sen. Tim Melson, R-Florence, introduced a bill Tuesday to authorize medical marijuana in Alabama, following months of study by a commission composed of doctors, legislators ...
by Kendra Majors, Monday, February 17, 2020 5:44 pm
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U.S. Congress candidate: ‘Stand with me’
U.S. Congress Candidate Troy King is running for Congress because he said there needs to be people in Washington that have a backbone. Last Monday, ...
by Kendra Majors, Monday, February 17, 2020 5:43 pm
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Red Garter set to ‘roar’ next month
By: Kaitlin Holley What would you do if you knew you had a chance to go back to a place that made you feel alive ...
by Kendra Majors, Monday, February 17, 2020 5:40 pm
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Wing man survives fall
On January 21, Wing local Jason Barrow’s life changed forever after falling 10 feet out of a hunting stand, landing on his crossbow and breaking ...
by christophersmith, Friday, February 14, 2020 6:27 pm
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Forest Service to burn Conecuh this weekend
The U.S. Forest Service fire management personnel plan to conduct prescribed burns in the Conecuh National Forest this weekend depending on weather conditions. The weather ...
by Kendra Majors, Friday, February 14, 2020 6:02 pm
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Remember When: Valentines Day 100 years ago
100 years ago, slang words like “heebie-jeebies, hotsy-totsy, high-hat, speak-easy, jalopy, and dumb Dora” were “copasetic (cool)!” Song hits of 1920 were ...
by Sue Wilson, Friday, February 14, 2020 4:46 pm
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Eat healthy without breaking the bank
Think eating healthy foods is too expensive to try? Think again: A recent study showed that a healthy diet costs only about $1.50 more per day per ...
by Kendra Majors, Friday, February 14, 2020 10:21 am
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Coronavirus causes drop in gas prices
Gas prices around the state are beginning to drop due to low seasonal demand and the coronavirus. Clay Ingram, spokesperson for AAA Alabama said that ...
by Kendra Majors, Friday, February 14, 2020 10:20 am
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Senate passes bill to protect animals
It may soon be against the law to leave animals in hot cars. A bill sponsored by local Sen. Jimmy Holley, R- Elba, called Senate ...
by Kendra Majors, Friday, February 14, 2020 10:19 am
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Florala takes ownership of hospital buildings
The City of Florala has taken ownership of the several buildings on the Florala Memorial Hospital campus. Florala mayor Terry Holley said it was long ...
by christophersmith, Wednesday, February 12, 2020 5:26 pm
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WILDCATS ADVANCE TO REGIONALS
The Florala High School Wildcat varsity boys basketball team is headed to the AHSAA State Regional semifinal after holding on to beat J.F. Shields 62-56. ...
by christophersmith, Wednesday, February 12, 2020 4:12 pm
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OHS CHEER TAKES HOME THE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
The Opp High School cheerleaders are Universal Cheerleader Association National Champions. This past weekend, the OHS cheerleaders traveled to Orlando to participate in the 2020 ...
by christophersmith, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 10:38 am
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WILDCATS ADVANCE TO SUB-REGIONALS
Friday night, the Florala High School Wildcat varsity boy’s basketball team clinched the area championship by beating Brantley High School 48-46. Brantley took the lead ...
by christophersmith, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 10:35 am
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Local martial arts presentation in Evergreen
Judy Abna, group leader of the ladies group in Evergreen, organized a martial arts and mixed martial arts presentation for the ladies on Feb. 6. ...
by christophersmith, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 10:34 am
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Memolusia uses sentimental theme to honor past alumni
Memolusia 2020’s theme this year was used to honor those that have performed on the stage before this year’s contestants. Andalusia High School Memolusia sponsor ...
by christophersmith, Friday, February 7, 2020 7:49 pm
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Mandatory Liability Insurance law change goes into effect
New changes to the Alabama Mandatory Liability Insurance law are now put in place by the Covington County Probate Office. The Alabama Mandatory Liability Insurance ...
by christophersmith, Friday, February 7, 2020 7:45 pm
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City announces changes in recycling program
The City of Andalusia recently signed a new contract for its curbside recycling program that limits the items that can be included in recycling bags ...
by christophersmith, Friday, February 7, 2020 7:44 pm
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Red Level man pleads guilty to assault, sexual abuse, sodomy
Benjamin Duane Jones, 58, of Red Level, pleaded guilty Friday in front of Circuit Judge Lex Short in two separate cases. Jones was charged with ...
by christophersmith, Friday, February 7, 2020 7:43 pm
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SHS physics team wins 1st place at UA competition
The Straughn High School Physics Team competed in the 44th Annual University of Alabama Physics Competition and walked away with first place in the small ...
by christophersmith, Friday, February 7, 2020 11:50 am
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Andalusia local opens skin therapy salon
Andalusia local Amy Henderson said she finds joy in helping people relax, which is why she has opened a skin therapy salon. One year ago, ...
by christophersmith, Friday, February 7, 2020 11:48 am
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BOBCATS MOVE ON AFTER BUZZER-BEATER THRILLER
The Opp High School varsity boys basketball team is headed the area championship after coming back and winning at the buzzer against the Straughn High ...
by christophersmith, Thursday, February 6, 2020 11:01 am
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Local football stars sign to play at next level
Jean Jones signs with Wingate University Andalusia High School senior Jean Jones inked with Wingate University Wednesday. Jones said he decided on Wingate because of ...
by christophersmith, Wednesday, February 5, 2020 8:35 pm
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EMA watching weather
The Covington County Emergency Management Agency is monitoring a potential threat of severe weather. EMA director Susan Harris said heavy rain will continue to affect ...
by christophersmith, Wednesday, February 5, 2020 7:30 pm
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Superintendents: Keep calendars in local hands
Local school superintendents this week say they do not support possible legislation to force a mandatory Labor Day to Memorial Day school calendar. This is ...