Columns
Seniors have much to offer communities
Recent coverage of some senior citizens served as a reminder to highlight what a valuable resource older men and women provide to their communities. Ginger ...
Lanell Downs Smith, Author at Lowndes Signal - Page 16 of 88
Community Spotlight
CACF awards support nonprofits serving Lowndes County
The Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) awarded grants to two organizations serving Lowndes County recently, announcing the news at an Aug. 6 grant ceremony. Girl ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Friday, August 9, 2024 6:00 pm
Community Spotlight
Schools celebrate return to classroom
Schools across Lowndes County welcomed students back to the classroom this week. Teacher appreciation gifts, open house events, new signs and Institute Day were just ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Thursday, August 8, 2024 6:00 pm
Community News
Farrior, King honored at commissioner convention
Two Lowndes County Commissioners are set to be honored for their service to area residents. The Association of County Commissions of Alabama will honor District ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Thursday, August 8, 2024 10:15 am
Community Spotlight
Hayneville congregation supports families with outreach event
Hayneville Church of Christ hosted its second annual back-to-school community outreach event Aug. 3. The fun-filled family event, orchestrated to serve nearby families, provided the ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Wednesday, August 7, 2024 6:00 pm
Community Spotlight
Hubert joins conversation on health, wealth
Dr. Ozelle Hubert, interim director, CEO and president for the Lowndes County Area Chamber of Commerce participated in a community summit on health and wealth ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Wednesday, August 7, 2024 10:30 am
Community Spotlight
Fort Deposit collaborates for back-to-school bash
The Fort Deposit Police Department joined forces with county agencies and town citizens and businesses to sponsor a back-to-school bash held July 27. Food, fun ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Wednesday, August 7, 2024 9:30 am
Community Spotlight
Brooks shares blooms to inspire growth
At age 90, Mosses resident Bessie Brooks still cultivates flowers that “volunteer” each year in her garden, just as her mother taught her to do. ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Tuesday, August 6, 2024 11:14 pm
Columns
Time for school already?
Students and their families are preparing for the new school year. For some, August is a time of mixed emotions, when parents breathe a sigh ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Monday, August 5, 2024 7:57 pm
News
Chamber hosts community needs discussion
The Lowndes County Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a community needs discussion July 26. The talk, held during the chamber’s regular meeting, was a chance ...