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1 day ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 6:00 pm Monday, May 12, 2025 This week in history, local students in the Luverne area are highlighted through summer programs and talent shows on the pages of the May 8, 1963 issue of The Luverne Journal. Alongside the names of talent show winners was coverage of a ladies Bible study held in the heart of Luverne. Local talent show draws large crowdThe Luverne Talent Show held Friday night in 1963 displayed talent in three different divisions.
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2 days ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 6:00 pm Sunday, May 11, 2025 Pearl, a Shih Tzu owned by Luverne residents Sayge and Lane Sides captures hearts this week as Pet of the Week. At three-years-old, Pearl is shy – however Sayge Sides said that the sweet pup will eventually come around to guests but keeps her distance. “I got Pearl from someone who didn’t love her very much and she is still very shy from it,” Sayge Sides said.
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3 days ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 6:00 pm Saturday, May 10, 2025 Crenshaw County College and Career collaborated with Pepsi of Luverne to organize a 2025 senior resume project. Two seniors from Brantley, Highland Home and Luverne High School received a $100 award for their entry, sponsored by Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company of Luverne.
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4 days ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 6:00 pm Friday, May 9, 2025 The CrenshaWorks Hiring Fair & Adulting Day, presented by Crenshaw County College and Careers and Southeast AlabamaWorks, allowed students to learn more about the professional world at an event held May 1.
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1 week ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 6:00 pm Monday, May 5, 2025 During this week in history, The Luverne Journal was packed with articles covering local elections, shows and federal loans. Here is what happened in the May 2, 1962 issue of The Luverne Journal. State and Local electionsIn Crenshaw County, voters cast their ballots in national, state-wide and local elections. For Governor, almost 5,000 citizens cast ballots in favor of George C. Wallace in a two-to-one majority.
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1 week ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 6:00 pm Sunday, May 4, 2025 In honor of Financial Literacy Month, students across Crenshaw County took part in a hands-on financial literacy activity to learn more about budgeting and financial skills. The program, Your Money, Your Life, was held at all three Crenshaw County public high schools and partnered schools with Crenshaw County 4-H for a series of events aimed to teach seniors about budgeting using real-world examples and everyday issues.
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1 week ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 6:00 pm Saturday, May 3, 2025 Glenwood is preparing for an annual festival, providing live music and vendors to help citizens celebrate a central part of the town. The Festival at the Well will commemorate its 32nd year on May 17, bringing in live music and entertainment, arts and crafts vendors and more. What had begun as a birthday party for a resident of Glenwood has become a major fundraiser.
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1 week ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 6:00 pm Friday, May 2, 2025 Crenshaw County Schools announced new leadership in county schools for the next school year during the school board’s April 21 meeting. Two new principals, Tracy Baines and Clifton Pace, were welcomed to Highland Home School (HHS) and Luverne School (respectively). “Baines and Pace were selected because they are both highly experienced administrators who consistently demonstrate a strong commitment to student success,” said Superintendent Ashley Catrett.
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2 weeks ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 10:00 am Wednesday, April 30, 2025 This week’s Pet of the Week is Horatio, a playful two-year-old miniature schnauzer owned by Amanda Hudson of Dozier. “Horatio is one of the sweetest and silliest schnauzers around,” Hudson said. “He loves to play, loves his humans, and loves cuddling with them.” Hudson said Horatio loves to play fetch and brings the tossed toy back to be thrown again. Additionally, Hudson notes that any coffee within reach might have a sip or two taken by Horatio.
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2 weeks ago | 
luvernejournal.com | Kris Harrell
Published 6:00 pm Thursday, April 24, 2025 This week in history, new initiatives began throughout Luverne and in Crenshaw County. From fundraisers to giveaways, here is what happened April 17, 1963. Pond Opening Benefits Disabled Children’s FundA Luverne physician, Dr. James Ray opened his private lake for fishing as a fundraiser for the Crenshaw County Chapter of the Alabama Society for Crippled Children and Adults.
