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Firefighters host 36th annual rodeo in Luverne
Cowboys, cowgirls, and rodeo lovers alike traveled to Luverne Aug. 3-5 to take part in the 36th Annual Crenshaw County Rodeo. Each year, the Crenshaw ...
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Families visit Crenshaw County schools, kickstart ’23-’24 school year
On Aug. 3 students and parents in Crenshaw County traveled to their respective schools to attend open house, orientation, and to meet their new teachers ...
by Shelby Mathis, Wednesday, August 9, 2023 10:21 am
Arrests
Dunham sentenced to 50 years, crime against minor
Following a Mar. 13 Crenshaw County Grand Jury indictment and a June 13 Grand Jury trial, Shane Michael Dunham has received sentencing for his crime ...
by Shelby Mathis, Sunday, August 6, 2023 3:19 pm
Community Spotlight
Sheffield leads impactful coaching career at Luverne
Junior high science teacher Matthew Sheffield proudly holds the titles of Luverne High School (LHS) junior varsity baseball head coach, varsity baseball assistant coach, and ...
by Shelby Mathis, Saturday, August 5, 2023 8:38 am
Community Spotlight
Moseley wins national title, recognized for partnership with local shelters
Up and coming Luverne Elementary second grader, Georgia Moseley, was crowned USA Premier Little Miss in the 2023 USA Premier Miss Pageant, which was held ...
by Shelby Mathis, Thursday, August 3, 2023 9:00 am
Community Spotlight
Peanut boil fundraiser – A 40-year tradition
Peanut lovers for miles around made the drive to Honoraville on July 28-29 to purchase fresh green boiled peanuts from the Honoraville Volunteer Fire Department. ...
by Shelby Mathis, Thursday, August 3, 2023 8:00 am
News
Investigation underway in Magnolia Shores death
An investigation is underway after a body was pulled from the water at Magnolia Shores Lake on Tuesday. Crenshaw County Sheriff Terry Mears addressed the ...
by Shelby Mathis, Wednesday, August 2, 2023 8:13 pm
Community Spotlight
Library hosts Lee Haugh’s 101st birthday celebration
The Luverne Public Library hosted a birthday celebration on Aug. 1, honoring one of their most long-standing volunteers – 101-year-old Lee Haugh. Friends and loved ...
by Shelby Mathis, Wednesday, August 2, 2023 7:26 pm
News
Possible drowning death investigation at Magnolia Shores
Crenshaw County law enforcement officials are investigating a death in the Magnolia Shores community. Shortly after 5 p.m. on Aug. 1, concerned residents in the ...
by Shelby Mathis, Wednesday, August 2, 2023 12:18 pm
News
Local parent launches outreach project at Luverne School
Luverne School students will soon return to campus where a surprise awaits them – new picnic tables and shaded break areas – all thanks to ...