Southeast Alabama Gas District is asking local residents “to get a line and a pole” and participate in their annual fishing tournament benefiting Relay for Life.
“Fishing for a Cure” will be held March 31, at Point A Park.
Cost is $90 per boat, and there is an optional $10 big fish per boat.
Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society’s Covington County Relay for Life.
First place will receive $600 cash; second place, $250; third place, $150; and big fish winner will receive $120.
Winning are based on a 20-boat minimum, and fourth place and under will be entered in a door prize drawing.
The $2 park fee will be waived and a light breakfast and lunch will be provided for paid participants.
Additionally, there will be a concession stand for lunch.
Those who register by March 12 will receive a T-shirt.
Those interested in participating should contact Reba Gant at 488-0543 or call or stop by the SEAGD.
Several local women have committed to walk 60 miles and raise $2,300 each to help fight breast cancer, and those women are asking members of the local community to step up and do the same things, only on a smaller scale.
The “Sole Sisters,” as they call themselves, are asking area residents to walk three miles and contribute $25 to the third annual “Walking for a Cure” set for 9 a.m. Sat., March 24.
Participants will walk from the Beef O’Brady’s parking lot through downtown to the First Baptist Church and back in support of a breast cancer cure.
“Last year we had 150 walkers,” said Kim Brook, one of the organizers. “All proceeds go to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.”
Wendy Weaver is back for the walk this year after not being able to participate last year.
“I felt drawn to do it again this year,” she said. “It seems like every day someone you know is affected. It’s something that everyone is directly or indirectly affected by, and men can get it, too. Even though, you don’t typically associate men with breast cancer.”
Those interested can sign up online at active.com or stop by SunTech.
The “Sole Sisters” will once again walk in the annual Susan G. Komen 3-Day for A Cure coming up this year.
For those who do not wish to walk the entire three miles, there will be transportation to pick them up.
Those who sign up will receive a T-shirt. Those who register before March 20 will pay $20; those who register after March 20 will pay $25.
For more information, call 222-2280.
Today is the last day to register to vote in what could be biggest voter turnout in a local primary election.
At a February count, more than 21,000 residents were listed as eligible to vote in the March 13 primary; however, today is the last day for residents to be added to that voter’s list.
“This is a prime opportunity for those who have moved into our county who want to have a voice in our governmental process,” said local Republican Chairman William “Bill” Blocker. “This is the time residents should be motivated and put forth the time and effort to (register). It will be well worth it when they take place in not only our city, county and state government, but also on the national level.”
Those who have yet to register to vote should do so by 5 p.m. today in the Board of Registrar’s office, located in the county administration building on Hillcrest Drive.
Blocker said once the March 13th election arrives, he believes voters will make a good showing at the polls.
“I’ve really thought about it,” he said. “With all the local races, there are no shoo-ins. All the races are closely contested. I see no front runner in any of the races.”
Blocker said in his opinion, one of the biggest races on the ballots is the race for probate judge, where the incumbent Ben Bowden is facing Leland Enzor Jr.
“First off, this is a race that happens every six years, then, this is the first time the two have been on the ballot after being appointed to the position,” he said. “So, this will be the first time they get to meet for voters’ approval, which should prove interesting.”
Blocker said the same could be said for the race for circuit clerk.
“We haven’t had a change in that office for 24 years, so that’s a biggie,” he said. The current circuit clerk, Roger Powell, is not seeking re-election. On the ballot, voters will choose between local attorneys, Amy Jones and Stephanie Cotton.
Blocker said with the multitude of candidates running for other local seats such as county commission, it could mean a record number of local voters at the polls.
Blocker said, in all, there are nearly 150 names on the March 13 ballot in more than 80 races.
“It’s going to be a good race, all the way around,” he said.
Where can you see a dancing judge, dentist, pharmacist, banker, and “mattress man?” All of that and Buford Nerdley, too, at this year’s Red Garter Review.
Johnny Brewer will host this year’s Academy Award-themed event.
Shows are at 7 tonight, Fri., March 2, and tomorrow, Sat., March 3.
Tickets are available from Ansley Place, Maryann’s, Brooks Hardware, Harold’s, and at the door.
Tickets $12 for general admission and $15 for reserved seating.
Those thinking about using an income tax refund to purchase a new vehicle, ATV or the like might want to wait for the deals at the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce’s “Spring Dealer Sale-a-bration.”
Chamber director Ashley Eiland said the two-day event, set for 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Fri. and Sat., March 16 and 17, at the Kiwanis Center Fairgrounds, will be similar to advertised credit union sales.
Eiland said Massey Auto-motive and Wiregrass Credit Union approach-ed the Chamber about sponsoring the event.
“They have done this type of sale event at their local dealership but they wanted to see it bigger and better,” she said. “The more dealers, the more people, and the more people, the more everyone will benefit!”
Eiland said she met with the Daleville and Enterprise chambers of commerce and Army Aviaion Credit Union, who have sponsored events like this one for almost 40 years.
“We have created our own animal in the sense that with the Chamber being the sponsor, we can invite multiple leaders as well as dealers other than automobiles,” she said. “This event has the potential of benefiting both businesses in our county as well as consumers. They will find the best financing rates and sale prices all year at this event.
“There will be dealers of motorized vehicles and equipment inside and out of the Kiwanis Center and on the fairgrounds,” she said. “We’re talking about automotives, lawnmowers, tractors, boats, golf carts, personal watercraft, ATVs, motorcycles – you name it.”
Eiland said there will be financing options available on site.
“But please, see your local bank first for pre-approval,” she said. “It will make the day smoother for you if you’re looking to finance something.
“Or, if you like, bring your tax refund money and shop the great rates and deals that will be offered for this weekend only,” she said. “Car dealers will lower their prices and lenders will lower their rates for this event.”
Eiland said a host of dealers – including the county’s three major automotive dealerships – have committed to attend.
“Those at Massey, Andalusia Ford and JM Jackson have said they will have inventory on hand,” she said. “If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, I’d recommend you go check out their lots and be prepared to save March 16 and 17.”
Eiland said dealers interested in participating in the event can contact the chamber at 334-222-2030 or via email at for more information.