Officials with Limestone County and state lawmakers were on hand Tuesday to announce a $250,000 grant award from the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs.
The county will use those funds to purchase the LauCourt Event Center, which it has rented and operated as the East Limestone Senior Center. The county also plans to make renovations to the building to benefit senior patrons. Below is video footage from Tuesday’s press conference.
Holladay selected superintendent
The Athens City Board of Education voted 5-2 Wednesday to hire William "Trey" Holladay as superintendent contingent on contract approval. Holladay, a 1987 Athens State College graduate, is the principal of Oxford High School and director of alternative programs and athletics for Oxford City Schools.
Athens city school board named a new superintendent at its meeting Wednesday night.
Alabama's governor has signed legislation that expands where people can carry guns in Alabama.
Madison County sheriff's deputies say a fight broke out during the party. Authorities said people jumped someone at the party, who then began shooting.
The free event will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Sheriff’s Rodeo Arena on Alabama 99.
Teacher to be honored by FFA
Blacklidge, who also has a master’s degree from Alabama A&M, said his top priority throughout his teaching career was to promote and propel students in FFA and help them find success after graduation.
What else can Limestone County residents do to help? Kaye Young McFarlen, executive director of the Athens-Limestone United Way, said not doing anything would be the best method of help, for now.
Second man arrested over washer, dryer burglary
The Police Department is inviting the public to gather Friday, May 24, at noon on the east side of the Limestone County Courthouse. There will be a short commemorative service for the tornado victims and first responders in Oklahoma.
North Alabama in slight risk category for severe weather; storms possible through Thursday
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