What’s Happening in Lowndes County
Published 5:28 pm Wednesday, May 21, 2025
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Senior Event
An Older American Month celebration is set for May 23, beginning at 9 at the Hayneville Senior Center. It usually runs though 1:00, and participants are served lunch. Service providers are invited to attend his opportunity to promote programs for adults and senior citizens.
Public Meeting
The South Central Alabama Development Center Commission Area Agency on Aging will host a public hearing May 23, 10 a.m. at the Hayneville Senior Center to gather input on the Area Plan. Call (334) 244-6903 or email jkilpatrick@scadc.net for more information.
County Commission
The Lowndes County Commission will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, May 27, at 6 p.m. The meeting was rescheduled due to the Memorial Day holiday.
Anger Classes
The Family Service Center of Lowndes County will offer Anger Management Classes on Wednesday, May 28, 1 – 3 p.m. This is a four-week certificate course requiring preregistration. For details, contact Brent McCray at (334) 548-6307 or bmccray@familyguidancecenter.org.
Parenting Together
The Family Service Center of Lowndes County offers intensive co-parenting services for mothers and fathers working together to nurture their children. A five-week certificate course requiring preregistration is available. For details, contact Brent McCray at (334) 548-6307 or bmccray@familyguidancecenter.org.
Mom Classes
The Lowndes County Extension Office offers free classes for moms-to-be on topics like nutrition, physical activity, breastfeeding and more. Contact EFNEP educator Hannah Davenport at (334) 382-5111 for more information.
Schools Hiring
Lowndes County Public Schools are hiring bus drivers. For more information, please contact Raymond McCall at 334) 548-5060.
Pre-K Program
First Years Child Development Center, First Class Pre-K offers a free 4-year-old program from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for working parents and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for non-working parents. Classes start in August. Space is limited. Call Katina Surles at (334) 281-8627 for more information.
LCUWP Applications
The Lowndes County Unincorporated Wastewater Project is accepting applications for septic system installation or repair at its office located at 507 W. Tuskeena Street in Hayneville. Call (334) 548-2006 or stop by Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for an application.
Head Start
The Lowndes County BOE has opened Head Start registration for children ages 3 and 4 for the 2024-2025 program year. Current immunization records, proof of income, and proof of age are required to register. Call (334) 548-2145 or visit www.lowndesboeheadstart.org for information.
DAV Meetings
The DAV William “Bill” Cannion Chapter 100 meets the second Saturday of each month, from 8-9 a.m. at the Lowndes County Board of Education at 80 Commerce Street South in Hayneville. All veterans are invited to participate. For information, please call or text (281) 416-6156.
Alumni Basketball
The Calhoun School invites alumni to the inaugural All-Class Alumni Basketball Game July 25 at 4 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium. The alumni band will perform and entry is $5. To participate or for more information, contact Nicole Smith (334) 219-6191.