Wednesday Dec 16 | Andalusia Star-News
Many parts of county see water outages
Several areas throughout the county are experiencing water outages as a result of the countya s recent heavy rainfall.
Covington County's United Fund 2010 drive has exceeded its fund-raising goal. CCUF vice president Dwight Mikel said the drive has received contributions and pledges totaling $119,120, exceeding its goal by more than $4,000. "Thank you, Covington County, for a job well done," Mikel said.
Trooper: Red Level teen 'lucky' Published Friday, December 4, 2009 A Red Level teen is lucky after sustaining only minor injuries when another vehicle allegedly ran him off the road, causing his vehicle to flip numerous times.
School H1N1 clinics start today
Schools in Covington County will hold H1N1 flu vaccination clinics this week, starting with Guardian Angel Christian Academy this morning, officials at the county health department said.
Poker run to benefit - Christmas'
Angel trees, like this one at J.C. Penney's, can be found at the following locations: Andalusia Regional Hospital, Ansley Place, Beef O'Brady's, CCB Community Bank, Christ the King Catholic Church, Covington Electric, Darby's Village Pharmacy, Dimples Day Care, First Baptist Church, Guardian Angel Day Care, J.C. Penney, PowerSouth, Regions Bank, ...
Red Level resident Vernon Ingram is quick to name the best thing about serving his time in the U.S. military - and that's discovering his best friend.
More than 650 sign up for - Christmas'
Christmas is less than two months away, and starting next Monday, Covington County residents can do their part to help bring holiday cheer to more than 600 children in the area.
Man, 18, arrested after high-speed pursuit
A triple-digit high-speed pursuit between a motorcycle and sheriffa s deputies landed a Red Level teenager in jail Tuesday night.
Perkins visited here often and her first bluegrass CD - Sis titled "Loango." One would never expect to find mention of Red Level and Loango in California, but that's exactly what happened as one bluegrass artist, with ties to Covington County, released her debut album, "Nell Robinson and Loango." For those who don't recognize the name, Nell ...
The 22nd Judicial Circuit Drug Task Force received $265,000 in economic stimulus funds Wednesday, money that law enforcement officials said will help the DTF accomplish its mission of eradicating drugs from Covington County.
County road and bridge employees will begin the transition to the unit system today, county engineer Darren Capps said at Wednesdaya s county commission meeting.
Grants can help owners save homes from fires
The Alabama Forestry Commission announced Monday funds are available to assist local homeowners in taking steps to protect their home from wildfires.
Ala. soldier dies after insect bite
Mention the name David Gordon and you'll get a smile from Sara Robinson. "Oh yea," said Robinson.
Florala locals - sad' school's closing
While Florala residents may understand the economics behind the decision to close Florala City Middle School, most say they a oejust dona t like it.a The Covington County Board of Education voted last Thursday to close the school in a a oerealignment of the Covington County School System.a Their vote also included splitting Red Level School into ...
Thursday, the Covington County Board of Education voted 3-0, with board member James Prestwood abstaining, to close Florala City Middle School and to establish a Red Level Elementary School and Red Level High School.
There have been no takers on Red Level's industrial park - a fact Mayor Mike Purnell attributed to the state of the economy.
FOP - Spays for 13 safety vests
Thanks to a recent donation from the Fraternal Order of Police, 13 officers were recently fitted for bulletproof vests.
FOP - Spays for 13 safety vests
Thanks to a recent donation from the Fraternal Order of Police, 13 officers were recently fitted for bulletproof vests.
Thomasson Traces Association holds reunion
The descendants of Thomas Randolph Thomasson and Sarah Thomasson gathered in Andalusia on Sat., Aug.
County BOE hires new personnel
The upcoming school year for the Covington County School System will begin with a few new faces after the school board agreed this week to make 10 personnel changes.