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Emotions surround demolition of Nucor
Former employees of American Buildings which was later acquired by Nucor in Eufaula are recalling fond memories of days spent at the metal buildings manufacturing plant. Many are witnessing the demolition of the facility that once employed hundreds of people when the company relocated to Eufaula in 1964.
The Castellows host ‘Homecoming’ concert
Even after playing the big stages, The Castellows have not forgotten their hometown roots. These former Alabama 4-H members returned to the Wiregrass May 30 to host the “Homecoming” concert, an event benefiting local youth pursuing agricultural degrees.
Committee to assess courthouse needs
A committee was appointed at Tuesday’s meeting of the Barbour County Commission to assess what needs to be done to reopen the courtroom at the Barbour County Courthouse in Clayton. The meeting was held at the Eufaula courthouse at 9:00 a.m.
Suspects arrested at Easterling on drug charges
Four suspects were apprehended last week and two additional suspects were arrested Sunday for attempting to deliver contraband into Easterling Correctional Facility in Clio on three separate occasions.
Commission to negotiate garbage service
Barbour County Commissioners received only one bid for a new Waste Management service provider in Barbour County.
Charges against missing child’s father dismissed
Chemical Endangerment charges faced by Josh Wilkerson, the father of an autistic four-yearold boy who vanished in January of 2024, have been dropped. .
Bakerhill police make drug arrest
Bakerhill Police Department arrested a man on Highway 131 last week who was attempting to flag down traffic, according to Capt. Rickey Kennedy.
Barbour Countians experience rain and haze conditions
Rain, rain and more rain. All the rain Barbour Coun have experienced may have been good for plants, gardens and lawns, but it has caused a delay in planting crops for many farmers.
Former jailer arrested
A former jailer and corrections officer at the Barbour County jail has found himself on the other side of the law.