• Message From Lakeland Hospital

    March 24, 2020 By InUncategorized

    The staff at Lakeland Community Hospital is incredibly grateful for the support and donations received from our community partners, especially during this time of critically low supplies. We are also thankful for the kindness shown as we follow Governor Kay Ivey’s proclamation to have no visitors at the hospital. The sacrifices you are making will protect the most vulnerable of our community. I’d like to update you on our preparation for caring for those affected by COVID-19. We are staying abreast of the current CDC and Alabama Department of Public Health’s guidelines. I’d like to pass along some information about our hospital as well as some new information we just received from the Alabama Department of Public Health.

    • • No confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Winston County
    • • We are well prepared to care for patients with COVID-19 o 7 tested for COVID-19; 5 are negative, 2 are pending
    • o 6 negative pressure rooms
    • o 6 ventilators
    • o 4 ICU beds
    • o Fully staffed Emergency Department
    • o Fully staffed Med-Surg Unit

    As I mentioned, we have just received changes from ADPH criteria for testing:

    • o The patient is symptomatic with at minimum (measured or subjective fever OR cough OR shortness of breath, and
    • o The patient is hospitalized, or
    • o The patient is immunocompromised or has co-morbidities, or
    • o The patient age 65 years or older, or
    • o The patient is a healthcare worker, or
    • o The patient is associated with a long-term healthcare facility

    Again, thank you for your continued support of our hospital. Stay in, stay well, and wash your hands!

    Sincerely,

    Ashley Pool, CEO

  • Lakeland Fever and Flu Clinic

    March 20, 2020 By InLatest News

    Lakeland Community Hospital will be offering a Walk-In Fever & Flu Clinic beginning Monday, March 23. The clinic will be located at the Lakeland Family Practice, 42030 Highway 195 Suite C in the Professional Office Building adjacent to Lakeland Community Hospital. The hours are Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30. (205)485-7227.

  • Main Street Ministries Food Distribution

    March 18, 2020 By InUncategorized

    Main Street Ministries in Winston County is continuing with its food distribution during the Coronavirus outbreak; however, the procedure and hours have changed. Clients will be served on Tuesday as usual, but the hours will be from one to six o’clock pm. They will stay in their vehicle while their box of food is brought out to them. We are also utilizing our partner, Capstone Medical Clinic, to provide hand sanitizer and information in every box.

  • Absentee Voting Info

    March 18, 2020 By InUncategorized

    Absentee ballots applications are being accepted and ballots are being mailed out.  The last day to walk in and vote is Thursday, July 9, the last day a ballot can be mailed out is Thursday, July 9. 2020.

    Questions call 205-489-5533

    J. D. Snoddy

  • Haleyville City Board of Education

    March 17, 2020 By InLatest News

    The Board of Education met Tuesday afternoon and approved the financial statements and expenditures for February in the amount of $1,417,114.27. The Board also approved amendments to the HHS fees, supplements and charges. Also approved was the purchase of two new full sized school buses for a total of $170,534.00. The purchase of a new lunchroom serving line for the HES for $69,908.00.

    Four fundraisers were approved along with the retirement of Elizabeth Noble from the Haleyville Center of Technology.

    The Board heard from Ray Forester about the upcoming 10th Annual Mark Forester Price of Freedom Race scheduled for May 16.Alabama Representative Tracy Estes was present to give an  update on the Legislature work in Montgomery. Of greatest concern was the bill which proposes to change the control of all the state school calendars from local control to Montgomery. Estes stated he was very much opposed to the change, based on his experience having served on the Winfield School Board. That sentiment was echoed by Superintendent Dr. Holly Sutherland and other members of the Board.

    Dr. Sutherland stated in her report information about the school closing with plans for school to start back on April 6, but things can change. Discussions were being made about contingency plans if the school is closed longer than initially planned.

    The Haleyville City Schools information can be found on its Facebook page and other social media. HBTV.us will pass along any plans or changes also.

  • Need to Hire

    March 16, 2020 By InFor Sale/Rent

    Forestree Transport located in Double Springs operates a logging business and is looking to hire truck drivers for local hauls. The driver is home every night, competitive pay, and must have Class A CDL license. Please call or email for more information. Uniforms and BC/BS insurance offered.

    Cyndi Tidwell

    cyndijtidwell@gmail.com

    205-489-7811

  • Haleyville City Council

    March 16, 2020 By InLatest News

    The Haleyville City Council met Monday, March 16 at the Haleyville City Hall in an unusual setting. Everyone, including the Council members, were seated with several feet between each seat. Mayor Sunseri explained the City was simply following the basic guidelines set down by the Governor by spacing people and a sanitizing hand wash, both entering and leaving the room.

    With Richard Bittinger absent Mayor Sunseri and the Council heard from Ray Forester who expressed his thanks for all the help each year and a reminder the 10th Annual Mark Forester Price of Freedom Race is scheduled for May 16. Mr. Forester stated this event has provided 25 scholarships to date.

    The Council approved the general operating bills for February in the amount of $357,337.38 and a tax abatement for Gumbo and Jazz.

    An award was made to Stix Contracting for pothole repair at various locations in the city. Stix had the low bid of $35,000. $9,400 was approved for a sand change in the City Pool filtration system.

    The next scheduled Haleyville City Council meeting will be on Monday, April 6 at the Haleyville City Hall.

     

  • LAKELAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL UPDATE

    March 15, 2020 By InLatest News

    Effective Until Further Notice

    • NO VISITORS ALLOWED ON SENIOR CARE UNIT

     

    • VISITORS LIMITED TO 1 PERSON PER PATIENT IN ALL OTHER AREAS OF THE HOSPITAL

     

    • NO VISITORS UNDER THE AGE OF 16 ALLOWED

     

    Thank you for your continued understanding and patience as we implement continued measures to reduce the spread of respiratory illness, especially the Coronavirus, to our most vulnerable patients.

     

    For the most up to date information, please visit https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/infectiousdiseases/2019-coronavirus.html  and https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/