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Andalusia, Alabama Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Andalusia! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Grace’s Haven is easing mental health costs for Andalusia neighbors
- How a late-night manhunt near Andalusia ended with two arrests.
- Which Andalusia students can audition for the ballet this weekend?
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 83 and low of 61 degrees.
- Thursday: Less humid with plenty of sun, temps: high: 84, low: 51.
- Friday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 87 and low of 58 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• Grace's Haven Expands Mental Health Support (wiregrassdailynews.com) — Residents in and around Andalusia can now access expanded mental health and support services through Grace’s Haven Ministries on Dr. M.L.K. Jr. Expressway. The nonprofit helps with copays, behavioral health costs, and prescriptions, while also providing clothing, personal care items, and connections to local assistance programs. A community thrift store helps fund these counseling and support efforts. 
• Covington County officials conduct night-long manhunt, two arrested, officials say (wdhn.com) — A deputy’s attempted traffic stop near Andalusia led to a car chase, an overnight manhunt in the Loango area, and the capture of a fugitive wanted on multiple felony warrants. Two men were arrested after help from Andalusia Police and several surrounding agencies, and charges and bond details are still pending.
• Andalusia Ballet to host auditions (andalusiastarnews.com) — Local students can audition for Andalusia Ballet’s 44th season starting May 17, with sessions organized by school grade and led by a guest teacher. Dancers and parents will also attend an informational meeting covering expectations, time and financial commitments, and opportunities. Both boys and girls are encouraged to participate and explore the benefits of ballet training.
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🗓 Events Nearby
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CHS Senior Honors Day
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4th Grade Patriotic Progam
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W.S. Neal High School Graduation
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MIS 4th Grade Awards
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McKenzie High School Graduation
McKenzie Gymnasium
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Spring Game vs Lochapoka
Crenshaw County Luverne, AL 36049
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Escambia County High School Graduation
Escambia County High School Brewton, AL 36426 -
Charm Bar Party! →
5 Points of Interest, 119 N Main St, Enterprise
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The Troubadour Project - 70s Rock →
Jimmy H. Baker Center for the Arts, 600 Plaza Dr, Enterprise
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Georgiana School Graduation
Georgiana Gymnasium
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Troubadour Project →
Jimmy H. Baker Center for the Arts, 600 Plaza Dr, Enterprise
6:00 pm
Wednesday May 13
Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month!
It’s also Safe Sun Week from May 11-17. This month teaches us about the dangers of too much sun and the importance of being safe in the sun. Skin… (Nextdoor ) - Mother’s Day Package stolen on Saturday night or early morning Sunday.
Old Dragstrip Rd Andalusia. Really odd to get an Amazon delivery at night but then to have it gone by 8am out in a rural area down a dirt road… (Nextdoor Harmony)
- McDonald's posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Andalusia. Apply here.
- Wendy's posted a job opening for Crew Member in Andalusia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Andalusia here.
🗞 Nearby News
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- Jim Cook divests 2 Alabama dealerships (dealershipguy.com)
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- Repeat offenders convicted in Pike, Coffee County jury trials (wdhn.com)
- Man charged after Mother's Day crash kills one (wsfa.com)
- College of Arts & Humanities students present during Trojan Research Week (troy.edu)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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