May 16, 2008 | WVTM-TV Birmingham
Possible Tornado Hits South Ala.; Rains Drench West Ala
Authorities say a possible tornado left damage scattered across a south Alabama county. via WVTM-TV Birmingham
Missing Infant Found in Red Level
“We are all very thankful for Christian's safe return”
An 18-month old infant who went missing late Sunday afternoon has been located. Covington County Sheriff's deputies, in conjuction with other offices, began looking for 18-month old Christian Caleb Breau ... via WSFA-TV Montgomery
Suspects caught following chase
“Callaham was located first and taken into custody by reserve member Mike Wambles”
News Suspects caught following chase Wednesday, April 16, 2008 12:41 AM CDT A four-hour manhunt - complete with aerial support and bloodhound tracking - led to the capture of two men caught in the act of ... via Andalusia Star-News
Tornado classified as F-2 storm
“The actual supercell went between Andalusia and Red Level on up to Dozier”
According to the Mobile Weather Service, the tornado that ravaged the western part of Covington County Sunday afternoon was registered as an EF-2. An EF-2 storm has winds of 111-135 miles per hour. via Andalusia Star-News
“All the rooms in the high school are filled. Some teachers have to swap out with other teachers during the planning period, so we knew [the expansion] was coming.”
For the second time in two years, students at Straughn High School are expected to walk through a set of brand new doors this fall after members of the Covington County School Board voted Monday to expand the ... via Andalusia Star-News
What's your new year's resolution?
“This year was a pretty good year for me.”
Wed., Jan. 2 Mizell Memorial Hospital in Opp is sponsoring a community blood drive 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Jan. via Andalusia Star-News
County could see increase in pre-k funds
“Pre-K is an idea that works, and the benefits for thousands of children, families, and the future of our state is unquestioned”
Local education leaders say Alabama Gov. Bob Riley's proposed expansion of pre-school programs for 4-year-olds would help children in Covington County. via Andalusia Star-News
Gantt mayor's exile from town hall over
“He has not been in the town hall while I have been in my office”
Gantt Mayor Thomas "Tommy" Glidewell is expected to make his first official appearance Monday night, after a year of not being allowed to participate in government activities, when the town council meets for a ... via Andalusia Star-News
Inmates jam door, charged with escape
“We at the Sheriff's Office take the security of the county jail very seriously and we will continue to be vigilant in identifying and addressing these issues”
An attempt to jam their cell door with a plastic spoon is expected to extend the stay of two Covington County Jail inmates after they were charged with second-degree escape Thursday. via Andalusia Star-News
Alabama High School Football - Red Level crushed by Excel
In Friday's league game, the Excel Panthers football team smashed the visiting Red Level Tigers , by a score of 44-0. The Panthers will now prepare for their game against Shields . via MaxPreps