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Covington County Schools ranked top 30 in the state by Niche
By: Donnamy Steele Niche, a website that ranks academic institutions and more, released their 2021 rankings for the best school systems in the state of ...
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Covington County United Fund holding annual drive
The Covington County United Fund is currently holding its annual fund drive to assist numerous nonprofits in the ...
Ensemble hopes to inspire positivity in this year’s show
The LBW Community College Ensemble has an entirely new band this year and is ready to spread the ...
Covington County Schools ranked top 30 in the state by Niche
By: Donnamy Steele Niche, a website that ranks academic institutions and more, released their 2021 rankings for the ...
County schools see decrease in COVID-19 numbers
By: Donnamy Steele As many school systems in Alabama are leaning toward virtual learning for the remainder of ...
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Ensemble hopes to inspire positivity in this year’s show
The LBW Community College Ensemble has an entirely new band this year and is ready to spread the message of positivity around South Alabama. Eight ...
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CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND
The Andalusia Freshman team, five and six-year-olds, will travel to Baker this Saturday for the championship against NWE. This season, the freshman team has been ...
by christophersmith, Friday, November 20, 2020 11:26 am
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TRYING TO BE HUNGRY: Andalusia High School Bulldogs ready to take a new classification by storm
With a week longer to prepare, the Andalusia High School Bulldog varsity basketball team is ready to take on a new classification and region. Last ...
by christophersmith, Thursday, November 19, 2020 6:35 pm
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GETTING BETTER EVERY DAY: Florala Wildcats prepare for the 2020-2021 season with improving each day on their minds
After a successful 21-5 record last season, the Florala Wildcats varsity basketball team is ready to hit the court. Their motto this year is to ...
by christophersmith, Thursday, November 19, 2020 10:36 am
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Buechner becomes first AES male cheerleader
By: Donnamy Steele Stepping outside of the status quo is something that eight-year-old Adam Buechner aspires to do. Adam Buechner is a third-grade male cheerleader ...
by Staff Reports, Thursday, November 19, 2020 10:33 am
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APD releases victim’s identity, murder investigation ongoing
The Andalusia Police Department has released the identity of the victim in the ongoing investigation into a Monday night murder. Capt. Jamey Wismer said the ...
by christophersmith, Wednesday, November 18, 2020 4:32 pm
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Andalusia council approves Candyland investment
The Andalusia City Council agreed during a meeting Tuesday to provide funds to update and improve decorations for Candyland 2020, including creating new features to ...
by Robert Blankenship, Tuesday, November 17, 2020 7:13 pm
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Opp falls in second round to Montgomery Catholic
The Opp Bobcats saw its season come to an end Friday night with a second-round playoff loss to Montgomery Catholic, 38-0. The Bobcats stayed within ...
by Robert Blankenship, Friday, November 13, 2020 10:05 pm
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BULLDOGS FALL TO DEFENDING CHAMPS: One touchdown separates Andalusia vs. Central High of Clay County Friday night 28-21
After a hard-fought second round of the Alabama High School Association State Playoffs, Andalusia High School fell to the defending 5A State Champions Central High ...
by christophersmith, Friday, November 13, 2020 9:56 pm
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Joe’s Community Dinner set for Thanksgiving Day
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, in cooperation with other churches, supporters and volunteers, will again provide a free meal to anyone who needs it or is ...
by christophersmith, Friday, November 13, 2020 9:53 pm
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Caton, former WSFA anchor, news director, dies at 81
A former anchor and news director for WSFA 12 News died over the weekend, his family has confirmed. Charles “Skip” Caton Jr. passed away Sunday ...
by Staff Reports, Friday, November 13, 2020 9:51 pm
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Farming community teaming up to help one of their own
Farmers across the area are coming together to help a family in need following a tragic accident. On Sunday, Nov. 1, Butler County farmer John ...
by Robert Blankenship, Tuesday, November 10, 2020 3:28 pm
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AHS sophomore starts non-profit to provide dental essentials to kids
By: Donnamy Steele Dental hygiene is a topic that Andalusia High School sophomore Catherine Pettie takes seriously. After realizing that many children may not have ...
by Staff Reports, Tuesday, November 10, 2020 3:27 pm
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Opp native named President of LBW Community College
On Tuesday, Chancellor Jimmy H. Baker announced the appointment of Dr. Brock Kelley as President of Lurleen B. Wallace Community College (LBW). Kelley was appointed ...
by christophersmith, Tuesday, November 10, 2020 3:26 pm
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Despite fourth quarter comeback, Wildcats fall to Notasulga
By: Donnamy Steele The Florala High School varsity football team didn’t go down without a fight, but lost in the first round of the AHSAA ...
by Staff Reports, Friday, November 6, 2020 10:54 pm
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FIRST ROUND BLOWOUT FOR BULLDOGS: AHS holds Marbury to one touchdown Friday night winning 44-7
The Andalusia High School Bulldogs varsity football team (8-4) dominated the Marbury High School Bulldogs Friday night, running the score up 44-7. The Bulldogs got ...
by christophersmith, Friday, November 6, 2020 10:53 pm
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Late scores lift Opp in defensive struggle with Greensboro
Opp advances and will play Montgomery Catholic in Round 2 of playoffs The Opp Bobcats found themselves in a defensive struggle against the Greensboro ...
by Robert Blankenship, Friday, November 6, 2020 10:47 pm
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New Peer Helpers selected at AHS
A new group of Peer Helpers was selected at Andalusia High School. “Studies show that youth seek a peer first when they are struggling and ...
by christophersmith, Friday, November 6, 2020 10:33 pm
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Lawsuit filed against Andalusia Health nurse for sexual harassment
A lawsuit is being filed against Andalusia Health after two victims filed a complaint on a male nurse for sexual assault. Naushia Hill and Kathleen ...
by christophersmith, Friday, November 6, 2020 10:31 pm
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Red Level Schools to host virtual Wall of Honor to honor veterans
By: Donnamy Steele Red Level School’s veteran’s day celebration looks a little different this year, but that isn’t stopping the students from supporting local veterans. ...
by Staff Reports, Friday, November 6, 2020 10:29 pm
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Smith wins commission seat, Moore wins House seat
Michael Smith was elected to the District 2 Covington County Commission on Tuesday. Smith led the polls with 14,027 votes (82.38%) over opponent Jackie Woods ...
by christophersmith, Thursday, November 5, 2020 2:41 pm
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Historic voter turnout in Alabama, Covington County
Covington County voters showed up to the polls and represented the county well on Tuesday. Probate Judge Stacey Brooks explained that the voter turnout was ...
by christophersmith, Thursday, November 5, 2020 2:38 pm
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GOV. EXTENDS MASK MANDATE THROUGH DECEMBER 11
Alabama is extending its mask order through Friday, Dec. 11 at 5 p.m., Gov. Kay Ivey announced today. Ivey announced there were some changes to ...
by christophersmith, Thursday, November 5, 2020 11:23 am
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BOBCATS WELL RESTED, READY TO TAKE ON RAIDERS
The Opp Bobcats will begin the playoffs with a first-round contest at home against the Greensboro Raiders. Opp finished the regular season as the runner-up ...
by Robert Blankenship, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 11:34 am
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BATTLE OF THE BULLDOGS IN THE FIRST ROUND: Andalusia to host Marbury in first round of playoffs this Friday night
The Andalusia High School Bulldogs varsity football team has its eyes set on the first round of the 2020 AHSAA State Playoffs against Marbury High ...
by christophersmith, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 11:33 am
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City officials sworn in Monday night
Mayor Earl Johnson and members of the Andalusia City Council took the oaths of office Monday for the new quadrennium. Mayor Johnson became Andalusia’s first ...