Andrews elected to serve as new mayor of Louisville
Louisville residents will have a new mayor for the first time since 1986 when Mark Andrews takes the oath of office on November 3.
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Troy man killed in wreck south of Ariton
A Troy man was killed in an accident that occurred at the intersection of U.S. Highway 231 and Highway 51 near Ariton on Saturday, August 16.
Commission contracts parking lot lighting
Barbour County Commissioners accepted a bid from Alabama Power Company in the amount $13,500 for exterior lighting in the parking lot of the Eufaula courthouse during the regularly scheduled meeting held last Tuesday, August 12.
Focus group visits Capitol
The Barbour County Focus Initiative Youth Leadership group recently embarked on an inspiring educational trip to Washington, D.C., fully funded by the initiative as part of its outreach to young adults pursuing higher education and career opportunities. During their visit, the group toured iconic landmarks including the White House and the U.S. Capitol, gaining firsthand insight into the nation's political heart.
Renovations begin on courtroom in Clayton
Frances Shipman, chairperson of the Barbour County Commission, gave an update on repairs to the courtroom that are in the process of being made at the Barbour County Courthouse in Clayton during the regular scheduled meeting held last Tuesday, August 12. The 9:00 a.m. meeting was held at the Eufaula courthouse.
Municipal elections to be held Tuesday
Voting places will be open Tuesday in various locations throughout the county for municipal elections. Polls will open at 7:00 in the morning and will close at 7:00 p.m.
Former commissioner dies
Barbour County lost a long time servant to the people, Earl Gilmore, who died Sunday at the age of 90 at Medical Center Barbour in Eufaula.
Bandit arrested for stealing signs
Smokey Bear had a special enjoyment to be on hand when a Florida man was arrested for stealing signs with his picture on them. One of the signs on which Smokey’s picture is not embossed was stolen from the Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge in Eufaula which has been returned.