NO PARKING -STREET PAVING NOTICE 22ND STREET CITY OF HALEYVILLE.  On Wednesday, November 16, 2016, the City of Haleyville will begin cleaning and paving 22nd Street. Work will continue through Friday, November 18, 2016. No parking will be allowed along 22nd Street during this time. Please be aware that all vehicles parking on 22nd Street during this time are subject to being towed. Please contact Haleyville City Hall at (205)486-3121 with any questions.

A two vehicle crash occured Monday night at the intersection in front of Walmart on Highway 195. The driver of the Chevy Blazer Jacob Davis, 19, Bear Creek and 3 passengers all went to the Lakeland ER by a privite vehicle. The driver of the Buick Regal, Marvie Walker, 75, Haleyville was transported by ambulance to Lakeland ER. The accident was investigated by Haleyville Police.

Sunday evening, November 13, a jeep driven by Brianne Hurley, 17, left Highway 13 north and flipped and landed upside down in a ditch. Brianne was not seriously injured because she had her seatbelt and shoulder harness on. She stated she had had brake problems with her vehicle. Her sister is also a living testimoial that seat belts and shoulder harnesses work from a crash a few months ago.

First Sergent Ricky Kelly, retired was one of the participants Saturday in the Veterans Parade. The parade followed a luncheon at the American Legion for all veterans and their familes. Rick stays busy with his collection of antique cars in Corinth, MS.

Several local schools and churches have hosted programs this week to honor our U.S. veterans in advance of Veterans Day Friday, November 11. Birmingham is having it’s famous Veterans Parade on Friday. The Blue Angels are performing Friday and Saturday at Pensacola Beach.

In Haleyville, the American Legion members and families will have their annual Veterans Day meal on Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Whitehead Post 33 Legion Hall.

Line up for the Veterans Day parade is at 1:30. Civic organizations, churches, and individuals are encouraged to be in the parade. The line up for vehicles and floats will be at the Haleyville Elementary School parking lot.

1:45 there will be a wreath-laying ceremony at the Veterans Memorial in front of CVS.

2 p.m. the Veterans Day Parade will proceed around downtown Haleyville.

For more information contact Mickey Holdbrooks 205-269-0750.

It wasn’t just a win, but a big win for Scott Slatton who received an overwhelmingly large majority of the votes for District Attorney for Winston and Marion Counties. In Marion County, Slatton had 8,329 vs the incumbent Jack Bostick 3,905. In Winston County, it was Slatton with 8,311 votes vs Bostick 1,702. The totals were Slatton with 16,640 votes and Bostick 5,607.

It is obvious Winston and Marion voters followed their party selection for president when choosing the District Attorney. Trump won Winston County 9,225 to Clinton 871. In Marion County, it was Trump 10,905 to Clinton 812.

Congressman Robert Aderholt came home to Haleyville to vote today. He spoke to Paradise 92.7 about the connection Veterans Day this Friday, November 11 has to our freedom to be able to vote. He stated it is our military which has kept our country free allowing everyone citizen to vote in a free and open election. Polls are open till 7 p.m.

Braden Narcgabt , Seth Murphy, Missy Uncapher, CubScout Pack 97

The Haleyville City Council met Monday evening for an organizational meeting. After a pledge to the U.S. Flag by members of Cub Scout Pack 97, Judge Mike Newell swore in the mayor and all five councilmen including the newest member George Russell.

The council immediately got down to business by appointing Richard Bittinger as Mayor Pro Tem. Rules of procedure, the appointment of the City Clerk and appointment of their legal council (Lowe, Mobley, Lowe) were all approved along with the appointment of the City Judge, (Jonathan Lowe) and appointment of the City Prosecutor (Scott Hunt).

The council ratified the depository bank, approved the appointment of Mayor Sunseri to the NW Gas Board, and Jonathan Bennet to the Water and Sewer Board. The mayor, Royce Benefield and Debra Hood were appointed to the Planning Board.

The council approved the retention of the Police Chief, fire Chief, Department Heads and city employees. The next city council meeting will be Monday, November 21.

The Haleyville Rotary Club Toys for Kids program last year was a great success. The Club had a lot of help gathering toys and distributing them to the needy families. Many thanks to all the businesses, churches, and individuals who gave so generously of their time and money to help those less fortunate. The Rotary Club was able to give toys to over 300 children in our local area helping families have a Merry Christmas.

The tradition continues. Please consider making a difference in a child’s life by making a donation. Sponsoring a child is just forty dollars ($40). You can also purchase one large toy and two smaller toys for the child you have selected. You can pick up a star with the child’s age and sex listed at Lakeland Community Hospital (see Whitney Hunsinger or Megan Welborn). This is a good idea if you have children so they can be involved in helping other children less fortunate and teach them the true meaning of Christmas.

Monetary donations and any new toy for this year’s program would be greatly appreciated. You can bring your donations to Alabama Power Office, First National, Trader’s and Farmers (3 locations) and Lakeland Community Hospital Emergency Department. You may also mail a check to Lakeland Community Hospital, P.O. Box 780, Haleyville, AL 35565 ATTN: Toys for Kids. Please make all checks payable to Haleyville Rotary Club Toys for Kids.

Applications for the toys will be accepted now through November 18 at the Alabama Power Company Haleyville Office, Trader’s and Farmers Bank (3 locations), and First National Bank.  Lakeland Community Hospital will accept applications 24 hours, 7 days per week in the Emergency Department.

Qualifications for applications:

1. You must be a parent or legal guardian of the child.
2. You must provide proof of residence.
3. Only one application per child allowed.
4. Birth certificate or proof of guardianship will be required.
5. All applications must be received by the deadline of November 18 by noon.
6. No late applications will be accepted.
7. All toys must be picked up Friday, December 9 from 4:00pm to 7 p.m. at Paradise 92.7 Radio Station.

It is so rewarding to be a part of this special project and help so many less fortunate children enjoy the Christmas season. Thank you and May God continue to bless you and your family!

The Haleyville Lions football team was defeated Friday night by Hokes Bluff 24-8 which ended their quest for the state championship for this year. Haleyville did capture the region 6 championship title. The Lion of the Week is Brady Sherrill with 100 high school career touchdowns. Let the basketball games begin.