Andalusia Chamber Directory 2023

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Board of Directors

Katherine Jones Taylor Linen Services

Mellissa King President Sanbuck Insurance

Billy Bergfeld W.B. Construction

Micah Garner Southern Independent Bank

Katie Tyler Caffey Treasurer Covington Contracting

Jason Jessie LBW Community College

Trece Mays Andalusia Manor

William Alverson Imm. Past President Alverson and Alverson

Virginia “Ginny” Grimes PowerSouth Energy Cooperative

Jennifer McClung Vice-President CDG, Inc.

Mark Parker Covington Electric Cooperative

Jill Prevett Draftstone Properties

Lindsey Reeves Utopia Salon and Spa + Boutique

Mitch Thorn Southeast Gas Laura Wells Executive Director

Maggie Holmes Director of Membership Services

Board Photos Courtesy of Vicki Popwell

Michelle Wunsh Cadence Bank

Sarah Darby Wright Darby’s Pharmacy

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A TIMELINE

It has truly been a monumental year here at the Chamber working with the board and our membership to support our existing events and programs, as well as implementing new strategies and ideas to further enhance the businesses in Andalusia.

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The longleaf pine forests that once covered much of Alabama provided ample resources for the establishment and growth of Covington County.

Napoleon B. Dixon began sawmill operations on Blue Creek in the 1880's and was the first to use conservation measures when cutting the timber. Timber bi-products, like turpentine and pitch, promoted economic development and industrial expansion.  Like their father, Dixon's sons Charles and Solon continued in timber as well as the turpentine business. Charles personally oversaw the planting of more than 40 million trees in his lifetime.  In 1980, Solon gifted 5,300 acres and the family home to his alma mater, Auburn University. The Solon Dixon Forestry Center is the site of the required summer camp practicum for all students entering the School of Forestry and Wildlife.

I started off 2022 with fresh eyes and big dreams and I am so proud of all we were able to accomplish. We kicked off last year’s annual banquet with a visit from Governor Kay Ivey, brought the chamber back into full swing with networking opportunities including our Chamber Connection Breakfasts, Business After Hours, and Lunch and Learns. We held The Legislative Luncheon at PowerSouth, The Chamber Golf Classic at the Andalusia Country Club, and our annual Veteran and Christmas Parades.

We had an amazing July Jamz summer concert series and having Lee Greenwood perform for our last concert was truly the icing on the cake. Wow, what an awesome performance he gave and what a joy for all of us to have him come to Andalusia. It was the perfect way to honor our veterans to hear Mr. Greenwood perform I’m Proud to be an American with The Vietnam Travelling Memorial Wall in the background. To quote Mr. Lee Greenwood himself, “Are you loving this night? We love this too. This is a beautiful slice of America.” We are all so blessed to call this beautiful town our home.

furnishings were handcrafted by Andalusia’s Southern Craftsman Furniture Company. Andalusia is known for its many beautiful places of worship.

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a German immigrant, John G. Scherf came to Andalusia in 1919 as Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce and eventually served 16 years as Mayor.  On a quest to build the town with industry, he chartered the Andala Company, manufacturing underwear, work shirts and pants for Sears, Roebuck.  Providing much needed jobs, especially for women, this greatly improved the quality of life for residents. Only 6 years later, Alatex was founded becoming the main employer for Covington County for many years with nearly 3,000 employees at times.

residents to search for safer higher ground. 1 8 2 6 In 1935, the National Forest Reservation commission established the Conecuh Purchase Unit and by presidential proclamation on July 17, 1936, The Conecuh National Forest was created. This 84,000 acre publicland jewel supports prime examples of habitats species found in natural ecosystems of the lower coastal plain. 1 9 3 6 1 9 0 8 Construction began on The First Presbyterian Church, with its Akron-plan layout and iconic stained glass window; the building was dedicated in 1914. An organ purchased in 1929 is still in use today and many of the church’s

Christmas in Candyland 2022 brought in huge crowds throughout the season, and we welcomed visitors from all over. The addition of our new Meredith’s Miracles “Christmas in Candyland” show, Santa’s Sleigh, The Cocoa Ball Pit, and more snow than ever contributed to the record numbers in attendance. We have already begun planning for 2023 Christmas in Candyland celebrating the 10th anniversary of the event!

I am excited to see the progression of our community with the continuation of our downtown revitalization. I wholehearted believe that Andalusia is the absolute best place to live, and we have so many successes to be proud of.

Our Mission Statement at the chamber is:

Through collaborative leadership, The Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce promotes business relations and creates opportunities for economic prosperity and quality living in Andalusia, Alabama.

We will continue to do our part to project positivity, celebrate success and to support our fellow friends and businesspeople.

Laura Wells Executive Director Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce

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Alabama Becomes a State on December 14,

Chamber Executive Director Laura Wells

Andalusia Mayor Earl V. Johnson

The City of Andalusia is pleased to partner with the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce to enhance the quality of life for our citizens and neighbors.

In 2022, we achieved a big goal for our community when we joined Michael and Shuan Jackson and their families in an

nouncing plans for five national retailers to locate in the Shoppes of Covington, formerly known as the Covington Mall.

Five Below and Harbor Freight have already opened their doors, and will soon be followed by Big Lots, Bealls Outlet and Marshalls. These are national retailers who analyze markets meticulously before agreeing to open a store. What they know about Andalusia and the people who work and shop here is that we have room in our retail market for expansion, and that thousands of potential customers drive past the entrance to the Shoppes of Covington every single day.

We have seen two major milestones in our efforts to preserve our history and bring our downtown back to life. Draftstone Properties completed its renovation of the old Opera House in 2022, and moved both retail and residential tenants into the property. In the first month of 2023, CDG moved into its beautiful new home in the upper floor of the Prestwood Building on the Court Square. Construction continues on that property, and there will soon be two additional businesses on the ground floor.

We are very close to finalizing a partnership that will convert the Timmerman Building, also known as the First National Bank Building, into a boutique hotel, and we continue to meet each week with prospects interested in Andalusia’s downtown.

In the summer of 2022, we joined with the Covington Veterans Foundation to host the Vietnam Travelling Memorial Wall, and experienced a magical night when Lee Greenwood came to July Jamz and sang “God Bless the USA” in the shadow of The Wall.

It was a banner year for our school system, which earned an “A” on its report card. We will always remember 2022 as the year the Bulldogs won the 4A State Championship, and the AHS cheerleaders also brought home a state award.

The crowds at Candyland were significantly larger than the year before, and we are already hard at work with the Chamber to make 2023 – the 10th anniversary of the event - our best year yet.

We appreciate the Chamber of Commerce and all of its members for its support in these endeavors.

Earl V. Johnson Mayor City of Andalusia

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In 1910, Homer Gantt built the first electric generating facility in Covington County, a wooden dam spanning the Conecuh River.  A second plant, Point A Dam, comes on line in 1924. After the flood of 1929, they were rebuilt and run by the Alabama Water Service Company, and President Franklin D. Roosevelt created the Rural Electrification Administration later that year. In 1941, Alabama Electric Cooperative (AEC) was organized and in 1944 Covington Electric Cooperative (CEC) was founded. AEC bought the generation, transmission and distribution properties of the Alabama Water Service Company and CEC took over the distribution facilities.

Electricity didn’t change a thing, it changed everything!

With no access to electricity, farm labor was backbreaking and dangerous.  No electric motors or grinders for preparing feed and unloading crops, woodburning stoves prepared meals, water was handpumped from a well, baths were taken in galvanized tubs and outhouses stood behind very country house.  AEC changed its name to PowerSouth Energy Cooperative in 2008. These cooperatives not only improve the quality of life for the citizens they serve, they cultivated our communities.

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Governor Lurleen Burns Wallace made the official announcement that a new Junior College would be located in Andalusia on March 15, 1968. Under the direction of President William H. McWhorter, the campus encompassed 9 buildings with beautiful landscaping, walking/fitness trails, a wellequipped fitness center, lighted tennis courts, baseball and softball fields, the Evans Barnes Golf Course, and the City of Andalusia Dream Park. The Martha and Solon Dixon Center for the Performing arts was dedicated in 1982. A complete renovation and refurbishing was led by President Seth Hammett in 1991, and a new 17 acre campus was added in Greenville, Alabama. In 2003, LBW Junior College and MacArthur State Technical College merged under the direction of President Dr. Ed Meadows. In 2013, under the direction of President Dr. Herbert H. J. Riedel, Saints Hall was constructed adding on-campus housing for students.

LBW Community College is one of the 24 member colleges of the Alabama Community College System, and is a leading resource for providing higher education and economic development in Covington County and the State.

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Natural gas service was officially “turned on” on November 1, 1955, after three years of construction to complete the infrastructure in Andalusia and the other 13 towns the Southeast Alabama Gas District services. Today Southeast Gas provides natural gas service to 30,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers in 34 communities throughout the Southeast quadrant of Alabama.

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The first Kiwanis Covington County Fair was held on city property on River Falls Street.  The event was the idea of Bill Renkle and Judge Leland Enzor was president of Kiwanis. Kiwanian's will host their 58th annual fair this year at the 40,000 sq. ft. Harry R. Hinson Kiwanis Community Center

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The Covington County Hospital, organized in 1918, served as a necessitated medical installation for Andalusia and surrounding communities and later was transformed into a school for training nurses.  In 1966, a community took on the extraordinary task to raise money to build a muchneeded new hospital. Organizers planned to speak with every employee of every business and industry and collectively, local residents across the economic spectrum pledged over a three-year period a sum of $490,000 for the effort, the equivalent of $3.8 million in today’s dollars.  Later, the funds were supplemented with federal Hill-Burton funds. But the vision, even then, was that Andalusia’s hospital would be a regional facility that would attract specialists and serve a larger geographical area. Today, we still reap the benefits of their foresight.  In 2016, Andalusia Regional Hospital changed its name to Andalusia Health to reflect its evolution from a community hospital to a regional healthcare leader.

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Amoco Fabrics and Fibers Company located in Andalusia in 1981.  The carpet and yarn manufacturing plant continued to increase in size and production.  In 1992, Shaw Industries purchased the plant and continued its growth. Shaw Industries Group is a subsidiary of legendary investor Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and is the world’s largest carpet manufacturer with more than $4 billion in annual sales and approximately 22,300 employees worldwide.  In 2018, Shaw Industries, plant 65 in Andalusia

Dr. Charles Tomberlin originated an idea for an Andalusia Rotary Club fundraiser as a Bicentennial Celebration with a Domino Tournament. The event was so successful the club decided to host the tournament annually.  It was promoted as a State event and entries came from all over the state and beyond.  In 1978, Dr. Tomberlin applied for and received a registered trademark for the World Championship Domino Tournament.  The tournament is still running and is always held the 2nd weekend in July. Over $1 million have been donated locally from the proceeds of this tournament.

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Covington County Schools complete a $3.4 million track and field facility with a soccer-sized field and bleachers to accommodate 500 people. Other amenities include an eight-lane track with adjacent spaces for high jump, pole vault, long jump and triple jump events, a 5,000 meter cross country course, concession stands and restrooms, pavilions, and dressing rooms.

Andalusia Board of Education completes a $13 million stadium and fine arts center project. Upgrades were made to the Andalusia Municipal Stadium, completion of a Softball complex and complete renovation of the AHS auditorium. Over a million dollars of private funds were injected into this project.

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The efforts of a large-scale push for downtown redevelopment in Andalusia by Mayor Earl Johnson bears fruit with the opening of Big Mike’s Steakhouse in the old Andala building followed by a renovation of the Clark Theater, once Martin Theater. This catalyst for change sparked the opening and renovation of several other downtown re-developments. Private investments in the Covington Mall and other retail spaces, housing developments, medical office space, and fast casual dining have the City of Andalusia poised for growth in the next decade.

Covington County Commission

Greg White, Chairman

We who call Covington County home are so fortunate. As the entire world has – for the past three years – struggled with a pandemic, and the resulting decline in the world economy, including job losses, and business closings, and unending months of distance learning, and rising crime rates; we have experienced low unemployment, vibrant school environments for our kids, steady growth in local economic measures, and stable local businesses.

It is my privilege as a local elected official to spend many hours each month discussing what we can do to build upon our successes, and to better provide for our citizens and local businesses. As I assess what we as a county have that makes us competitive and a desirable place in which to rear our families, I find that our arts, schools, recreation and leisure opportunities, along with our church and civic life all play vital roles.

Interestingly, all of those things that are important are dependent upon the commitment and continued investments of our local business community. Whether through your employees volunteering, or through your donations to further the mission of our local nonprofits, or your leadership in your local church or civic clubs, our businesses and their employees make our communities great! We cannot say thank you enough.

Covington County is a progressive rural county with a relatively small population (37,500). We are unwilling to let our small size or our rural location limit our efforts at bringing new opportunity to our citizens – the things that enhance our quality of life.

Speaking of quality of life, Covington County is blessed with natural resources — from Conecuh National Forest; to lakes such as Gantt, Point A, Frank Jackson, and Lake Jackson; to thousands of acres of forested hunting lands. Moreover, we offer camping and trails and skiing and boating – activities that are attractive to folks of all ages.

Our county provides organized recreational opportunities that have become so important to our families, through robust recreation ball programs and other options. We are home to the Covington Center Arena, which is proud to host the annual Alabama High School Rodeo Association State Finals, and Alabama Junior Rodeo State Finals, along with numerous other equine and non-equine events.

The greatest thing about Covington County (even more than all the things mentioned above) is her people. Thanks to all of you for making Covington County a great place to call home. And thanks for allowing us – your Commission – to work alongside you as we seek to enhance the quality of life for all of us.

Gregory B. White, Chairman Covington County Commission

Andalusia City Schools

Daniel Shakespeare

Andalusia City Schools is continually improving and achieving distinction and that is especially evident in the success that we repeatedly experience in our school system. We received a score of 91 and ranked 14th out of 145 statewide for school district report card grades during the 2021-2022 school year. In extracurricular activities, our football team and our cheerleaders won 4A state championships. Our band has received numerous superior ratings. We have teachers that have won “Teacher of the Year” and this year is no exception.

I am thrilled with our results especially this last year. Our Admin-

istrators, Teachers, Coaches, and Support Staff are second to none. The hard work and dedication they give our students on a day to day basis is apparent in our student’s successes. The quality of instruction in this district has never been higher. Our staff makes sure our students have the experience they deserve from Andalusia City Schools. The drive, passion, and love for our students and their job makes my job easier and I am beyond thankful to be the Superintendent of Andalusia City Schools.

Dr. Daniel Shakespeare Superintendent Andalusia City Schools

Covington County Schools

Shannon Driver

Covington County School System is proud to be a part of this community. With nine schools serving the students of Covington County, we are positioned to make a positive difference in the lives of our students.

Our mission is to prepare each student to become a responsible, productive member of the community. Not only do we have outstanding teachers who set high expectations for academic excellence and achievement, but our parents and community leaders value the educational experience our students receive.

As we look to the future, we will continue to adapt to the challenges we face and seek creative and innovative ways to prepare our students for the future that awaits them.

Shannon Driver Superintendent Covington County Schools

Christmas in Candyland 2023 marks the event’s 10th anniversary of bringing holiday fun for visitors from near and far. The annual event was established in 2014 and since then has gained national recognition as a wonderful holiday getaway event.

Since its beginning, Candyland has continued to expand to include ice skating, train rides, snow tubing, and an ever-growing number of custom-built cottages, sponsored by local businesses. The village of child-sized, imaginative play cottages are built especially for children and include a variety of themes. Find a second cottage village at Springdale on Ice.

Another popular aspect of Candyland is the Snow Show. The experience lasts about 30 minutes with snow machines blasting out authentic looking snowflakes, giving the illusion of a blizzard.

The City of Andalusia plays a big role in creating the magic of Candyland and there are many others who volunteer their time and talents. The community pride is especially evident with this event. Candyland will continue to grow and expand, making it something that all ages can enjoy and create lasting memories with their families.

In 2020, almost 70,000 people visited Candyland, according to NaviRetail.

Held every Thursday evening throughout the month of July, July Jamz provides an outdoor concert experience on the beautiful grounds of Springdale Estate in downtown Andalusia.

In 2022, the event coincided with the arrival and display of the Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall and a free concert by Grammy-award winning artist Lee Greenwood.

Each night of the event features and opening act and headline performer featuring an eclectic mix of musical genres to enjoy.

Children visiting July Jamz will have a blast in the Foam Frenzy

machine that will surround them in a fun-filled sea of foam.

The event also features a fireworks display.

The chamber is excited to partner with the Covington Veterans Foundation and the City of Andalusia to tie the final July Jamz performance with the arrival of the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall.

Music fans are encouraged to bring their blankets, coolers and lawn chairs and get ready for the Jamz! The event is free to enter. Vendors are available to provide food and beverages.

EvEnts, Programs, PartnErshiPs and sErvicEs

Chamber Services

• Business Referrals: Through web presence and in-office

• Networking and Recognition: Breakfasts, Business After Hours, Ribbon Cuttings, Grand Openings, Anniversaries, Business of the Year Awards

• Speaking engagements promoting the city and community

• Relocation packet distribution

• Distribution of community activity information

• Chamber Impact newsletter

• Chamber weekly newsletter (digital)

• Community website

• Local Community Calendar

• Continuously updated presence on all social media channels

• Quality of Life event planning and development

• Bulk mail assistance for members

• Demographic data analysis and distribution

• Small Business Development Center free counseling

• Troy University tuition discount program

• Discounted access to the Martha Dixon Community Room and the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Events & Programs

• Annual Christmas parade

• Candyland — Snow in South Alabama

• July Jamz — Summer Concert Series

• Annual Chamber Banquet

• Chamber breakfasts

• Business After Hours

• Ribbon Cuttings/Ground Breakings

• Shop Local Campaign

• Annual Chamber Classic Golf Tournament

• Partnerships with Huntingdon College-Huntingdon Scholars Program for rising seniors

• Student of the Year Scholarship

• Teacher of the Year Materials Enhancement Fund contribution

• Legislative Luncheon — Summary of regular session and luncheon

• Chamber Cookout and Membership Drive

• Quarterly Business Toolkit Seminars (marketing, risk management, government contracting, accounting, funding)

• PALS Earth Day Clean-Up Covington County

Chamber Co-Sponsored Events

• Tourism and Relocation receptions

• World Championship Domino Tournament

• Annual Covington County Veterans Parade and Memorial Ceremony

• Employment Training Conference for the Employment of Persons with Disabilities

Chamber Partnerships & Affiliations

• The City of Andalusia Tourism and Relocation Committee Ex-Officio

• Covington County Economic Development Commission Ex-Officio

• Governor’s Committee on the Employment of Persons with Disabilities

• LBWCC Foundation Board of Directors

• South Alabama Regional Airport Authority Airshow/ Events Committee

• Andalusia Mural Committee

• Lower Alabama Arts Council Board of Directors

• Andalusia Health Services Board of Directors

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce Association Membership

• Chamber of Commerce of Alabama Association Membership

• Business Council of Alabama Partnership

• Kiwanis Covington County Fair

• Andalusia Rotary Club

• Andalusia Pilot Club

• LBWCC Skills USA Program (interview preparedness)

• Andalusia High School’s Reality Check Event for ninth graders

• Straughn High School Jobs for America’s Graduates mock interviews

• Career Preparedness Course (AHS) speaker

• Auburn University Economic Development Institute

• Wiregrass Works — Regional Workforce Development

• The University of Alabama Applied Economic Development Honors Program

AACC Business Awards

Small Business of the Year: Draftstone Properties

The 2022-2023 Small Business of the Year is Draftstone Properties.

Draftstone Properties is a real estate development, property management, and real estate company. Heavily invested in the downtown area, Draftstone Properties has invested over $1.6 million in downtown redevelopment projects as well as multiple other remodels and upgrades in Andalusia alone.

Andy Gibson has a vision of preserving the past to protect the future, and one vision is now a reality with The Lofts at Opera House. Striving to preserve properties and bring back their history for future generations, Draftstone has turned projects into desirable locations for tenants of all walks of life. Draftstone Properties provides over 50 units for housing and multiple commercial business locations in Andalusia.

Draftstone Properties is also made up of a real estate and property management division with Broker Jill Prevett and agent Vanessa Nelson. They are dedicated to offer the best professional service from the beginning of your search to find the perfect property all the way to closing to ensure a stress-free transaction.

Draftstone has been a sponsor for the chamber’s annual banquet, July Jamz, and was the Beverage Cart sponsor for the Chamber Golf Classic.

Medium-Sized Business of the Year: Harper Electric Construction Company

The 2022-2023 Mid-Sized Business of the Year is Harper Electric Construction Company

Established in 1979, Harper Electric Construction Company has been a family owned and operated business in Andalusia for over 40 years now providing construction services to major utility and transportation agencies as well as municipal light plants throughout Andalusia, specializing in distribution. Now a second-generation business with 40 employees, HEC is a local, state, and national first responder during inclement weather. Harper Electric Construction Company has continued to consistently support Covington County and it’s residents through various children’s platforms, school fundraisers, safety programs, and building projects county wide. They have adopted families, made contributions to memorials, rodeos, and golf tournaments as well as participating in community races and annual parades. HEC is an avid advocate for veterans coupling the passion of hunting by

hosting a Wounded Warrior hunt each year. Showing continually support of the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce for

over 22 years, Congratulations to the MidSized Business of the Year Winner, Harper Electric.

AACC Business Awards

Large Business of the Year: CCB Community Bank

Celebrating 75 years in business in Andalusia, is this year’s Large Business of the Year Award winner, CCB Community Bank.

They opened their doors in 1947 on the court square in Andalusia before moving to its current location on S. Three Notch Street. CCB has led the way with many banking firsts in the community, including an auto window for drive-up banking, a 24-hour banking mail slot, statement check imaging, driv- thru lanes and mobile banking. They encourage their employees to find a passion and to get involved with local community organizations. Get involved, give back, be a part of the community ... that’s what CCB is all about.

CCB just opened its fifth location in 2022, located in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.

Their headquarters in Andalusia experienced a good problem of outgrowing their current space which led to the recent purchase of the old BB&T building that was vacant, allowing the bank to expand their operations department. The building will undergo a complete remodel and they plan to move into the new building later in 2023. Southern National Corporation Chairman

John Vick said, “The key to our success has been dedicated employees and loyal customers who appreciate the personal touch.”

“The things we do throughout the community have been important, and the community in turn has supported us as its bank through the good time and the bad.” Said CEO Michael Andrews.

The chamber could not agree more. It is because of the generosity of CCB Community Bank that we were able to have Lee Greenwood perform at this past year’s July Jamz. CCB has also sponsored the Chamber Banquet, Chamber Golf Classic, Christmas in Candyland, and participated in both the Veterans and Christmas parades.

Business of the Year-Community Service Award: Andalusia Health

Community service and civic participation plays such a vital role in Andalusia’s strength and identity. The Chamber’s Business of the Year Community Service Award honors a member whose service positively impacts the community and inspires those around them to act, too.

The Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce this year’s Business of the Year - Community Service Award winner, Andalusia Health.

In 2021, Andalusia Health contributed over $16 million to charities, charity care, uninsured discounts, and uncompensated care.

They matched the City’s support of the Miracle League’s lodging expenses for the Alabama State Games and sponsored their shirts, and their employees volunteer at almost

every game day!

Andalusia Health hosted a Community Lunch & Learn during Breast Cancer Awareness Day during the month of October, educating more about the importance about women’s wellness checks and their low-cost screening availability. They also joined in on the trick or treating fun for the community.

During Christmas, they were able to bless 20 children through

Community Christmas, had their own Cookies with Santa event that was open to all patients and their families and held a Christmas wreath decorating competition donating all the wreaths to the residents at Andalusia Manor.

The hospital has donated to countless local charitable organizations, including the Andalusia Animal Shelter, Andalusia Area Humane Society, the Full

Tummy Project, held supply drives for the Adult Activity Center, and the local Food Bank.

The have sponsored Meredith’s Miracles, donated to the Andalusia Ballet, Andalusia Office Professional Association, LBWCC, Andalusia City and Covington County Schools through sports teams, programs, physicals, The Pilot Club, The Rotary Club, and the Kiwanis Club.

They also show their support to our First Responders (EMS, police, fire, and the sheriff’s office) offering free meals at their cafeteria.

Andalusia Health has been the corporate sponsor for Christmas in Candyland for the past two years as well as participated in every event and program from the Clean & Green Initiative, July Jamz, Chamber Golf Classic and everything in between.

AACC Business Awards

Distinguished Service Award: Tony Meeks

After years of working out of town, Tony Meeks took a chance on starting his own small business in 2015. At that time, he began volunteering as a coach with his son’s recreation ball team. Not long after, he saw a need for a place for children to practice indoors with batting cages and pitching lanes. With that thought in mind, he and a few other families formed an indoor facility that is now known as Allstar Athletics. After seeing the unlimited potential in the young athletes in and around our community, he formed a small travel baseball team.

Soon, more families and athletes became interested and with the idea of expanding on what his facility could offer to the public, he began to offer memberships. Soon numerous coaches, trainers and former baseball players were recruited to offer more advanced training. Since then, Allstar Athletics has grown to have six competitive travel

ball teams and one of the largest indoor batting and pitching facility in south Alabama. Now over 120 families are members of Allstar Athletics with nearly 100 percent of the profits going back into the facility to make updates and add more equipment each year.

Not only does he still operate a fulltime appliance business along with Allstar Athletics, but he still helps coach with a few of the travel ball teams.

His volunteer work doesn’t stop with baseball, he is also involved with the high school Diamond Club and spends every Friday night during football season volunteering to record games for the high school football team.

Tony is always first to give his time to help with any family in need or at any athletic or school event. His vision has greatly improved youth sports in the community and provided a safe place for families and athletes to gather and train.

Chamber President’s Award: Roger Powell

Roger Powell, an Andalusia native, is a 1972 graduate of Andalusia High School. He holds a B.S. in the Social Sciences and an M.S. in Counseling and Human Development from Troy State University. When the State of Alabama mandated the hiring of juvenile probation officers in each county in 1975, Roger became the first JPO in Covington County and was instrumental in developing the Youth Services division of the District Court. In 1988, he was elected to the position of Circuit Clerk, a post he held until his retirement in 2013.

Roger is a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church where he is an ordained deacon and elder, a member of the choir, and involved with a number of committees both past and present. For the past 10 years, he has been active with the church’s Love Thy Neighbor Meal ministry that provides free hot meals twice each month to anyone, regardless of standing.

His passion for the visual and performing arts is evident in his activities in those areas. He is a watercolor artist who specializes in “architectural portraits” of homes, businesses, churches, etc. He enjoys performing on stage, working backstage, and sitting in the audience. He has been involved with Red

Garter Revue, Saints on Stage, Andalusia Ballet, LBW’s Music and Drama Department, Act I, Junior Miss and Distinguished Young Women, in a variety of roles and characters, such as PeeWee Herman, Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Clinton, Mr. Rogers, Cinderella’s ugly step-sister, and the Grinch, to name a few. He has performed in shows such as “The Wizard of Oz,” “Oliver,” and “The Diary of Anne Frank,” and has directed

a number of stage productions including “Annie,” “Mamma Mia!,” “Murders in the Heir,” and “Twelve Angry Jurors.”

In 2021, Roger founded ReAct Theatre & Arts, a community theatre and arts program. He is proud to have produced the premier performance of “Ladies of the Jury,” as well as “Charlotte’s Web,” two art exhibits, and a narrated mural walk during the first year of ReAct.

Through the years, he has been active in the community and beyond having served on the boards of Southeast Alabama Youth Services, the Presbyterian Home for Children, Andalusia Ballet, Lower Alabama Arts Coalition, and Angel of Hope. He is also active as a presenter for the Covington County Program of Leadership, the City of Andalusia Ambassador Program, and as a volunteer in Christmas programs at Andalusia Elementary where his wife, Cathy, is the music and art teacher.

Roger is married to the former Cathy Powell of Greenville and they are the proud parents of two daughters, one son-in-law, and one future son-in-law, Allyn and Hank Walters of Enterprise, and Lauren Powell and fiancé John Harris, both of Birmingham.

AACC Awards in Education

Teacher of the Year: Brianna Rudolph

The Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce’s Teacher of the Year is Brianna Rudolph at Andalusia Elementary School.

Brianna is in her fourth year as a K-6 physical education teacher at AES and is a coach for the Andalusia Junior High School girls’ basketball team. Over the past two summers, she has worked at a local community center’s summer program and at AES’ summer math camp. She is a devotion leader at a church her father pastors and films the church’s live stream.

After she received her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, she completed her master’s in Kinesiology from Auburn University at Montgomery. She is currently enrolled at the University of West Alabama pursuing an Education Specialist degree in the Teacher Leader program.

Brianna is a member of the Alabama State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. She has served as vice-president for Future Professionals and was the recipient of the Bernie

Finger Award.

One of her main goals is to introduce her students to a variety of activities and sports. She believes fitness plays a huge role in both her students’ health and well-being.

The AACC’s Teacher of the Year Award is open to educators from any Andalusia City or Covington County school. As this year’s Teacher of the Year, Brianna receives a $500 contribution toward educational materials and a plaque. She will be recognized at the chamber’s annual meeting and the school’s award’s program.

“Based on her commitment to education and love for children, she has earned the respect of AES’s faculty, staff, students, and parents. As principal of AES, I have worked closely with Ms. Rudolph for four years. Her leadership skills, intellectual pursuits and unyielding passion to never stop learning along with her strong commitment to improving the lives of her students certainly has gained the attention of her colleagues and others within the community,” Brenda Johnson said.

Student of the Year: Kayley Peebles

The Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce’s Student of the Year is Kayley Peebles, a senior at Red Level School.

Kayley is among the top students in her class while also participating in numerous extracurricular activities and serves the community through her volunteer efforts.

At Red Level, Kayley has a 4.0 grade point average and is top of her class. She was selected as a member to the 2022 Alabama Girls State, the Covington County Youth Leadership Program, served as president of Peer Helpers, secretary of the Student Council, National Beta Club Service Chair, and treasurer for the Fellowship of Christian Students.

Outside of the classroom, Kayley participates in volleyball and track and field.

She also serves her community by volunteering with local organizations, including Meredith’s Miracles’ “Cookies With Characters” and “Cocoa With Characters,” Piggly Wiggly holiday events, the Full Tummy Project of Andalusia, RLS National Beta Club-Athletic Events volunteer, St. Mary’s 5K Mardi Gras Run, and Coterie’s

Run for Kids 5K.

Kayley looks forward to being accepted into the college of her choice after graduation and continuing her volunteer efforts. Her goal is to be named valedictorian of her graduating class and save money for college where she plans to study biology with hopes of moving on to medical school to become a board-certified dermatologist.

The AACC’s Student of the Year Award is open to students from Andalusia, Pleasant Home, Red Level, Florala, and Straughn schools. As this year’s Student of the Year, Kayley receives a $1,000 scholarship and is recognized at the chamber’s annual meeting and the school’s award’s program.

“Kaylee demonstrates a love of learning and the level of commitment necessary to succeed in college and beyond,” said one of the letters nominating Kayley for the award. “Kaylee represents Red Level very well and is always willing to go above and beyond to help make her school the best.”

Kayley is the daughter of Phillip and Cynthia Peebles

Andrew Williamson is the son of Alan A. and Paula Willamson, owners of Covington Casket, and the grandson of the late Johnny Williamson, who began our modern-day legacy. Andrew is extending our service to third-generation funeral directors across the Southeast U.S., and he’s helping us open our new distribution center in North Alabama. We are grateful to be able to serve and to call Andalusia home.

Membership Directory

Accountants

Accounting Professionals Group, LLC

Alan Weed

1805 East Three Notch St., Suite 3

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-5800

Rabren, Odom, Pierce & Hayes, P.C.

Melissa C. Pierce

1600 Dr MLK Jr Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4101

White, McClung, & Barber LLC.

Greg White

P. O. Box 281

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2907

Ag/Farm

Andalusia Farmers’ Cooperative

Russell Lassiter

P. O. Box 1335

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1851

Three W Farms Glen & Phyllis

Walters

16521 Walters Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-5950

Airport

South Alabama Regional Airport

Jed Blackwell

21861 Bill Benton Lane

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-6598

Apartments

Appaloosa Run Apartments

Debbie Smith

P. O. Box 2649

Albertville, AL 35950

(256) 894-2382

Draftstone Properties

Andy Gibson

205 South Three Notch

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-5157

Hummingbird Landing

Beth Engram

751 Moore Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 582-1497

Hollyhand Companies DBA

Saddle Ridge Apartments

527 B Main Ave

Northport, AL 35476

(334) 222-1834

Appliance Sales & Repairs

Appliance One

Charles Meeks

215 Church Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 892-2433

Appraisals

Bryant Appraisals

David Bryant

208 S Three Notch

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-0479

Attorneys

Alverson & Alverson, LLC

William B. Alverson, Jr.

P.O. Box 844

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-9299

Brock & Stout Attorneys at Law

Shannah Mallory

211 Dunson St. Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-5600

Christensen & Christensen

Anne Christensen

P.O. Box 507

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-7118

Corey Bryan, Attorney at Law LLC

Corey Bryan

119 East Three Notch

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334)-222-8220

Hamilton Jessie Law

Maci Hamilton Jessie

4 East Court Square, Suite A

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 582-1464

John M. Peek, P.C.

28 S. Court Sq

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4196

Law Offices of Mike Jones, Jr. d/b/a

South Alabama Law

P. O. Box 957

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-0111

Rod Sylvester Attorney at Law, PC

109 South Cotton St. Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-9199

Automobile Body Shop

Palmer & Sons Collision Center

Jennifer Palmer

798 Carson Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-7777

Truckworks Automotive Outfitters

Justin Knight

1310 River Falls Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 923-1920

Automobile Dealers

Andalusia Ford, LLC

Hunter Owen P. O. Box 850

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-1103

J.M. Jackson Chevrolet-Buick

Jay Jackson P.O. Box 490

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 582-1740

Nissan Andalusia

Lori Varner P.O. Box 1378

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4171

S & D Auto Sales

Sonny & Sue Ann Helms

806 River Falls Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2641

Step One Andalusia

Marrianne Harper

600 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 781-7136

Automobile Part and Supplies

B & C Automotive, Inc.

Buddy Brannon P.O. Box 116

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-8451

Automobile Service and Repair

Andalusia Tire Company

Greg Caton P. O. Box 446

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3136

Helms Automotive & Key, LLC

David Helms

1808 E. 3 Notch

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 582-1485

S&D Legacy Automotive, LLC

Heather Smith

810 River Falls St.

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-0660

Automotive Salvage and Parts

Andalusia Tire Company

Greg Caton P. O. Box 446

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3136

Bakeries

Dean’s Cake House

Dean Jacobs 402 Snowden Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-0459

Banks

Cadence Bank

Ace Bush

1135 Dr. MLK, Jr. Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-0533

CCB Community Bank

Tari McClung P. O. Box 400 Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-2561

Regions Bank

Landon Adams 210 Church Street Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 818-7480

Southern Independent Bank

Carolyn Graham 1417 Dr. MLK, Jr. Expressway Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 428-2265

Barbers

The Gentleman’s Cut

Christina Little 113 Opp Avenue

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 804-1000

Beauty Consultants

Rodan + Fields

Shauna Robertson

29681 Shady Grove Road Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 504-3796

Susan Tubberville Avon

P.O. Box 13

Dozier, AL 36028-0013 (334) 488-4464

Bedding

Mr. Mattress

Jeffery Douglas 810 Glover Ave Enterprise AL 36330 (334) 427-2337

Building Supplies

Andalusia Cash & Carry P. O. Box 219 Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-6222

Membership Directory

Breedlove Building Supply

Robert Breedlove

P. O. Box 1013

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1106

Carolina Millwork & Truss L.L.C.

Jimmy Cox

P.O. Box 1798

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3833

Marvin’s Building Materials/CNRG

1927 First Ave. N, Suite 401

Birmingham, AL 35203

(334) 222-1807

Cable Television Provider

Mediacom

Sid Roche

1613 Nantahala Beach Rd.

Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

(334) 222-6464

Campground & RV Park

Andalusia RV Park

James Harris

30328 Shady Grove Road

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 488-6299

Cypress Landing RV Park LLC

Clifton Hall 8188 Miller St.

Laurel Hill, FL 32567

334-388-1008

The Oaks Family RV Park & Campground

Jason & Dawn Smith

13421 Brooklyn Road

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 804-2267

Car Wash Splash Hopper Express Wash

Telisha Atchison

P.O. Box 69

Andalusia, AL 36420

(251) 282-9755

Carpet & Flooring

Bob Taylor’s Carpet One

Deuce Taylor

P. O. Box 881

Opp, AL 36467

(334) 493-3456

S & J Carpet Cleaning

Scott Crawford

P.O. Box 1113

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 764-3436

Catering

King’s Table Catering

Al Steineker

3351 Fernway Dr.

Montogmery, AL 36111

(334) 270-0200

The Rody Mil Marketplace LLC

Aubrey Mckee

1409 Sunset Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 923-1089

Cellular Phones & Service

T-Mobile Inc.

Darius Jones

100 West Gate Plaza

Andalusia, AL 36420

(205) 835-6922

Planet Cellular

Zachery Hamilton

1015 River Falls Street

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 377-3290

Chiropractors

Three Notch Chiropractic, PLLC

Jon C Raley

504 East Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(800) 372-1391

Christian Camp & Retreat Center

Blue Lake United Methodist Camp & Retreat

Patrick Newton

8500 Oakwood Lane

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-5407

Churches

Andalusia Bible Church

Tim Morgan

P. O. Box 1441

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3072

Andalusia Church of God Praise & Worship

Wesley Cooper

P.O. Box 337

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2957

Andalusia Full Gospel Tabernacle

John Hunt

1600 Stanley Avenue

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-8356

Bethany Baptist Church

Debbie Piland

14632 Heath River Falls Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-5551

Central Church of Christ

Minister Trip Jones

417 S. Three Notch St.

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1622

Christ the King Catholic Church

508 Sanford Rd. Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4808

First Baptist Church

Dr. Kevin Wilburn

P. O. Box 788 Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-5152

First Pentecostal Church

Rev. Chester Watson 609 Snowden Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 881-0549

First Presbyterian Church

Rev. Bob Madsen

223 South Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-5352

First United Methodist Church

P. O. Box 1066

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-5018

Mt. Zion United Methodist Church

Barbara Brewi

28938 Straughn School Road (334) 740-1651

Oak Grove Baptist Church

Margaret Sanders

13181 Oak Grove Road

Dozier, AL 36028 (334) 222-5382

Saint Michael’s Anglican Church

Frankie Lancaster

402 South Three Notch St.

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 464-0020

Southside Baptist Church

Dr. Mike Flowers

1213 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4300

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church

1307 East Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2487

St. Peter Baptist Church

Sammy Glover

118 Jerry Drive

Andalusia, AL 36421

Stanley Avenue Church of Christ

Ben May

415 Stanley Avenue

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4841

Victory Baptist Church

P. O. Box 1101

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-8323

Civic Clubs & Organizations

Andalusia Business & Prof. Women’s Club

Glinda Simmons 12483 Brookwood Rd. Andalusia, AL 36420

Andalusia Civitan Club

Attn: Club President

P. O. Box 225

Andalusia, AL 36420

Andalusia Classics & Street Rods

Ronnie Kilgore

P. O. Box 714

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 343-1358

Andalusia Kiwanis Club Foundation

P. O. Box 624

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 343-6812

Andalusia Lions Club

Attn: Melissa Bailey

P. O. Box 544

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3375

Andalusia Office Professionals

Assoc.

Attn: Club President

P. O. Box 1890

Andalusia, AL 36420

Andalusia Rotary Club

P O Box 1422

Andalusia, AL 36420

(205) 886-1403

Coterie Club

Attn: Club President

P. O. Box 157

Andalusia, AL 36420

Covington Association of Realtors

Stephanie Waite

P.O. Box 1784

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 804-1238

Covington County PALS

Janice Castleberry

P.O. Box 667

Andalusia, AL 36420

Covington County Quilters’ Guild

Dianne Baker

P.O. Box 354

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-8458

Membership Directory

Covington Historical Society

Sue Bass Wilson

P.O. Box 1582

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-0674

Cynosure Club

Kathy Enzor

404 Christy Lane

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 488-5940

El Martes Garden Club

Sheila Wilson

13598 Brooklyn Road

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 427-4112

Junior Service League of Andalusia

Attn: Club President

P. O. Box 837

Andalusia, AL 36420

O2 Civic and Social Club

Shelita Trawick Hanner

P.O. Box 361

Andalusia, AL 36420

(703) 489-4171

9 of Hearts Club

Arthur and Dorothy Johnson

100 David Street

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 892-6732

Pilot Club of Andalusia, Inc.

Attn: Club President

P. O. Box 433

Andalusia, AL 36420

React Theatre & Arts

Roger Powell

209 6th Avenue

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 428-3304

South Alabama Gun Club

P. O. Box 668

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-6591

United Daughters of the Confederacy

Linda Castleberry

28506 Co. Rd. 107

Red Level, AL 36474

(334) 488-0788

Cov. County University of Alabama

Alumni

Kathy Jones, Treasurer

P.O. Box 205

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-7622

Covington County Democratic Party

John E. Carpenter

1373 Stanley Avenue

Andalusia, AL 36420

Cleaning Services

Pretty Clean, LLC

Amber Holloway 1712 Garden Street

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 945-0086

SERVPRO of Greenville/Troy/

Andalusia

Will Bowman

P.O. Box 1572

Brewton, AL 36427

(334) 371-7378

Colleges

LBW Community College

Dr. Brock Kelley

P. O. Drawer 1418

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 881-2212

Computer Repair

Copeland Computer Solutions

Robert & Madison Copeland

411 Stanley Avenue

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3953

Concessions Vendors

Bama Boys Kettle Corn

Bill Bass

11382 Brooklyn Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421

(720) 412-9925

Dixieland Kettle Corn LLC

Terri Dewrell 4703 Springhill Road

Brantley, AL 36009

(334) 406-4988

Haley Workman Cotton Candy

29876 Hammett Road

Andalusia, AL 36421

(850) 741-9096

Sherry’s Sweet & Salty

P.O. Box 22

Troy, AL 36081

(334) 268-3555

Southern Concessions

James Jerkins

1045 5th St. Box 514

Florala, AL 36442

(850) 546-1292

Construction - Utility

B&L Construction

Greg Rabren

11446 Brooklyn Road

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-0888

Contractor-Directional Boring

Covington Contracting, Inc.

Katie Tyler Caffey

400 Christy Lane

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 343-6052

Contractors - Homebuilders

Abram Homes, LLC

Wilson Patrick

P.O. Box 1900

Andalusia, AL 36421

(833) 581-3738

Carter Insultation LLC

Cory Carter 26376 Land Line Rd Opp, AL 36467 (334) 764-5010

Curry Construction

Chris Curry 7322 Brooklyn Road

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 504-0868

Jade Homes, LLC

John W. McMath, Jr.

28270 Antioch Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-3766

Moore Builders

Gary Moore

32104 Cornerstone Lane

Dozier, AL 63028

(334) 403-0679

Contractors- Electrical

C&I Plumbing & Electric Co., Inc.

Ron Jacobs P.O. Box 1304

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-6331

Contractors- General

GPC Contractors

Timothy Page 24037 Page Road

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 504-2184

Harper Electric Construction Company, Inc

Mark Harper P. O. Box 698

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-7022

South Alabama Contracting LLC 1801 Lindsey Bridge Road

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-2030

Wyatt Sasser Construction

Wyatt Sasser 1077 Pinewood Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 493-4348

Contractors- Heating & Cooling

Roger’s Refrigeration & Electrical, Inc.

Roger Knox

P. O. Box 159

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-8977

Walker Electric, Inc

Mr. Mike Beste

P. O. Box 96 Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2481

Dance Instruction

Andalusia Ballet

Meryane Murphy 420 Church Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-6620

Daycare

DEE-Lightful Kids

Deirdra Belton

P.O. Box 576 Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 343-8190

Dimples Daycare & Learning Center

Marilyn Williams

13731 Brooklyn Road

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-1825

Guardian Angel Christian Daycare

Teresa Hunt 1600 Stanley Avenue Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-8356

Dentists

Andalusia Dental Group

Abby Thomasson 644 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3232

Allen M. Ward, DMD 406 E 3 Notch

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-6477

Jon D. Ward, D.M.D. 406 East Three Notch St. Suite E Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4222

Department Stores

Wal-Mart

Jarod Lickteig

1991 MLK Jr Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-6561

Dialysis

Fresenius Medical Care of Andalusia

Whitley Harper, Clinical Manager

1208 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-0147

Membership Directory

Distributors

Amazon Hub DP Program

Suzanne Pope

9289 Iron Gate Blvd.

Milton, FL 32570

(914) 564-5787

Andalusia Distributing Company, Inc.

Mike Jones

P. O. Box 51

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3671

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. United of Evergreen

Garrett Payton

14230 US HWY 84

Evergreen, AL 36401

Horn Beverage Co., Inc.

Donna Horn

104 Industrial Blvd. Troy, AL 36081

(334) 566-1123

Southeast Electric & Plumbing

Billy Jones

P.O. Box 1577

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1799

Economic Development

Covington County Economic Development Com.

Mr. Rick Clifton

21754 Bill Benton Lane

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-7040

Electrical and Plumbing Coast Supply

1820 E 3 Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3140

Mechanical Plumbing Systems Inc.

Melanie Hoffman

P.O Box 175 Red Level, AL 36474

(334) 542-3216

Emergency Services

Advanced EMS

Kevin Smith

P. O. Box 1870

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4155

Employment Services

Ambassador Personnel

P.O. Box 2057

Thomasville, GA 31799

(334) 347-3496

Employment Services

Manpower

Natalie Tindal

403 E Commerce Street

Greenville, AL 36037

(334) 382-6576

Engineers CDG, Inc.

Daniel Wells

P. O. Box 278

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-9431

Civil Southeast

Jeremy McMath

P.O. Box 1900 Andalusia, AL 36420

(866) 245-0584

Diamond H Land Surveying

Tom Hines 19846 Oliver Taylor Rd. Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 343-4185

Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood

Michelle Conway

P. O. Box 458 Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2699

Southern Engineering Solutions

Troy Hudson

P.O. Box 610 Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1849

Entertainment Services

L & S Extreme Gaming

Larry Phillips

32166 Greenbriar Loop

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 804-9500

Premiere Entertainment Group (PEG)

Dave Guiler 402 N Foster Street Dothan, AL 36303

(334) 790-5986

Sanders Sound Pierce Sanders 16077 US Hwy 29 S

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 343-7638

Natalie C. Pinson

Balloon Displays

23050 Fleeta Road

Andalusia, AL 36467

Equipment Sales & Rentals

Covington Heavy Duty Parts

J. E. Pate

P. O. Box 1049

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4153

Event Facilities

The Lake Cottage

Jeff and Blair Hancock

30487 Greenbriar Loop

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 202-3859

Pate Stable

Joel Pate 32440 CR 6

Evergreen, AL 36401 (251) 578-4385

Financial Services

Alabama Ag Credit

Amanda Reed 1010 Boll Weevil Circle Enterprise, AL 36330 (334) 347-6954

All In Credit Union

Kim Mullen 1602 MLK Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 598-4411

Evan Brooks 1012 Melrose Place Homewood, AL 35223 (334) 488-3243

Edward Jones

Ronnie Sansom P.O. Box 746

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-2897

Guardian Credit Union 1215 MLK Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 322-5315

The Citizens Bank

Shannon Glenn 109 Northside Office Park Drive

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 222-2245

Florists

Alan Cotton’s Florist

Alan Cotton P.O. Box 368 Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3174

MaryAnn’s Florist

MaryAnn Rabren 929 River Falls Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 923-1965

Food Trucks

Grit & Grind

Eric and Destiny Rowell 702 E Hart Ave. Opp, AL 36467 (228) 363-1071

Kona Ice

Terri Robinson

2828 Wallace Lake Road Pace, FL 32571 (850) 748-9124S

Smash Mouth Foods

Jared Hawsey

741 Copeland Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 488-0732

Wheelhouse V2

Jon Gibson 105 E. Hart Ave Opp, AL 36467 (850) 776-6386

Forestry

Rayonier

Alana McDaniel or Phillip Smith 1833 B East Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 427-9676

Funeral Homes

Foreman Brown-Service Funeral Home

Norman Hobson P. O. Box 457 Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4567

Kirk’s Funeral Chapel

Earl Kirkpatrick

P. O. Box 852

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-6156

Furniture Dealers - Retail Aaron’s Inc HPH Investments, LLC 499 Century Lane - Suite 40 Holland, MI 49423 (334) 222-4970

Barrow Furniture & Corporate Office

Pat Northrop

P. O. Box 1548

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-6650

Farmer’s Furniture

Bill Mayhall 212 E. Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3000

Harold’s Home June Simpson

P. O. Box 643

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3265

Gas Stations/Convenience Stores

Gitty UP N GO, Inc.

Chris Mohon

12543 Harrelson Loop

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-1848

Andalusia Chevron C/O Middleton Oil

P.O. Box 39

Greenville, AL 36037 (334) 222-8875

Membership Directory

Golf Course/Golf Supplies

Andalusia Country Club

210 Country Club Drive

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-3881

Government

Alabama Army National Guard

David Taylor

1000 Danelly Blvd.

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 648-2726

Andalusia Housing Authority

Bobby Johns

145 Murphree Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-5871

Covington County Commission

Karen L. Sowell

P.O. Box 188

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 428-2610

Covington County DHR

Lesa Syler

P. O. Drawer 190

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-7900

Covington County Sherriff’s

Department

Blake Turman

290 Hillcrest Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 428-2641

Covington County SWCD

23952 Alabama Hwy 55, Suite 1

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3519

District Attorney, Walt Merrell

Walt Merrell

1 North Court Square

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2513

The City of Andalusia

John Thompson

P.O. Box 429

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3312

Town of River Falls

Shereakia Lee, Clerk

24681 Firehouse Road

River Falls, AL 36476

(334) 222-3510

U. S. Forest Service

24481 Alabama Highway 55

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2555

Grocers

Hilltop Meat Company 27630 US 29

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 388-2393

Pic-N-Sav

550 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1804

Piggly Wiggly

Chantz Robertson

1130 MLK Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-9121

Gyms/ Fitness Centers

Allstar Athletics

Charles Meeks

215 Church Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 892-2433

The Beas Knees Yoga Studio

Kristy Beasley

1218 E Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 658-0490

Preventative Life

Stacey Carpenter

9942 Prestwood Bridge Road

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 343-2453

Health Care Services

MainStreet Family Urgent Care

1500 1st Ave. N. Unit #3 Ste. M135 Birmingham, AL 35203

(334) 362-2015

Health Food Stores

EmPower Nutrition

Bobby and Tisha Richardson

110A Hillcrest Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 208-6768

Nutrition Shack of Andalusia

Michelle Stokes

1516 East Three Notch Street, Ste A

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 892-2537

Home Health Care

Comfort Care Hospice of Andalusia

Summer Reaves

820 South Three Notch Street, Ste C

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-4000

Kindred Healthcare

Marlee Bass

1309 Antioch Road

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2172

Homemaker & Personal Care

Southern Comfort In-Home Care

William & Dianne Blocker

26091 Shoemaker Road

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-0100

Hospice

DaySpring Hospice

1805 E. Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36421

Office: (334) 923-1780

Cell: (334) 804-2700

Southern Care Hospice

116 Edwina St.

Evergreen, AL 36401 (334) 222-0404

Hospitals

Andalusia Health

849 East Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-8466

Hotels/Accommodations

Best Western-Opp Inn

Neil Patel

7084 Veterans Memorial Parkway

Opp, AL 36467

(334) 493-9000

Best Western - Andalusia Inn

Dharmesh Patel

305 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-9999

Cottle House Bed & Breakfast

Brenda Gantt 27388 Straughn School Road

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 343-6192

Days Inn & Suites

Amita Patel 1604 MLK Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 427-0050

Econo-Lodge

V. K. Patel

1421 East Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-7511

Hide-A-Way RV Park

Robert McLelland

14503 Heath/River Falls Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 504-9814

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Kim Jenkins 16727 US Highway 84

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 427-2740

Comfort Inn

Nitin N. Patel

1311 East Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-8891

Sunset Inn

Nitin N. Patel

1106 Bypass West Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3191

Visit Knotty Point

Jeannine Miller

26566 Bridge Lane Andalusia, AL 36421

(352) 637-4254

House Rentals

Happy Homes, LLC

Rudy King 113 River Falls Street Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4111

Wildflower Properties Hila Gatewood 212 Church Street Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-5001

Individuals

Carolyn Barnette 31711 Greenbriar Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 685-3174

Circuit Judge Ben Bowden 1 N. Court Square Andalusia, AL 36420

Hannah Cross 420 Church St. Andalusia, AL 36420 (769) 257-3281

Jewel W. Curry 311 Northview Drive Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3079

David Daughtery 35881 Jim Clark Road Dozier, AL 36028 (334) 488-5465

Patricia Gunter 25279 Sunnyside St. Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 222-3473

Circuit Clerk Amy Jones 1 K North Court Square Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3161

Angie Kelley 20078 Lindsey Bridge Road Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-6842

Patrick F. Kelly, DO

301 Medical Ave. #C

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2073

Mellisa King 32814 Odom Rd. Dozier, AL 36028

(334) 504-1469

Steven King 18829 Sugar Rd. Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 892-2867

Andy Marsh 403 Christy Lane

Andalusia, AL 36420

Morgan J. Moore, M.D.

505 E Third Street Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-6419

Chuck & Carrie Patterson

601 East Stewart Avenue Opp, AL 36467

(334) 488-4410

Roger A. Powell

209 Sixth Avenue Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 428-3304

Destiny Smith

2130 Easley Drive Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 804-8078

Glenn Smith 753 Wilcox Road Evergreen, AL 36401-6514

(334) 208-2588

Jim & Danna Smith

1704 Cedar Road Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-9654

South Alabama Santa

Bud Estis

26552 Gardners Chapel Rd Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 488-3115

Billy Joe Stallworth

1004 Short Street

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-6624

Kathleen Tinkler PO Box 699

Luverne, AL 36049

(334) 429-3672

Barbara Tyler

400 Christy Lane

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 504-9640

Membership Directory

John & Faye Vick P. O. Box 41 Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1168

Mr. & Mrs. Foster Weed

13927 Hwy 55 Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 858-3883

Dorcus Williamson

905 Stanley Avenue Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3830

Mary Jane Winkler

107 Fosdick Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4082

Jermaine Woods

207 Bray Street Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 488-8978

Insulation

South Alabama Spray Foam

Rick Wunsh

1515 East Three Notch St. Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 804-8080

Insurance

Alfa Lucky Cope

501 W Cummings Ave.

Opp, AL 36467

(334) 493-4515

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Alabama

Ashley Avery

110 E. College Street 101 Enterprise, AL 36330

(334) 222-9031

The Bulger Agency

JoAnn Bulger

2 E Court Square

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-8223

Colonial Life - Hall Agency, LLC

Cody Hall

28928 County Rd. 72

Opp, AL 36467

(334) 764-3255

Davis & Associates, Inc.

Dwain Davis

P.O. Box 579

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1990

Kyzar Insurance Group

James Kyzar 108 Third Avenue

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 488-6093

Lori Taylor Agency

Lori Taylor 1803 E. Three Notch St. Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 767-3324

O’Neal Agency, Inc.

Mike O’Neal 105 O’Neal Court

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3111

Proverbs 22 Senior Security

Ben W. and Jennifer May 833 Third Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (615) 573-9560

SanBuck Insurance

Charles Brown

P.O. Box 549

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1556

State Farm Insurance

Ron Nall

112 Hillcrest Dr.

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3106

State Farm Insurance

Sharyn Smith

P.O. Box 1516

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1005

State Farm Insurance

Tim Bryan 300 E Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-1460

JReed Agency, LLC –Aflac Jeffrey Reed 29167 Fleeta Rd. Opp, AL 36467 (334) 790-7907

Watson Agency, LLC

Jeff Watson 13182 Brooklyn Road

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 892-3848

Interior Designers

South House Interiors

Jessie Stephens 1704 Garden St.

Andalusia, AL 36421 (251) 294-2378

Investment Brokerage Brewer Wealth Management

Nann Brewer

3 W. Garden Street Ste. 352

Pensacola, FL 32502

(334) 222-1564

Edward Jones Investments

Bill Greenwald 3 E. Court Square Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-5806

Staplcotn

Tom McKee 101 Azalea Street Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 427-9602

Janitorial Services

SkweeJeez

Billy Doaner PO Box 203 Evergreen, AL 36401 (251) 321-2842

Jewelers

Christopher’s Diamonds & Fine Jewelry

Chris Lawrence 286B West Bypass Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4925

Sanders Jewelry

JC Sanders 200A Westgate Plaza Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 427-4367

Land Planning & Design

J. KelleyScapes & Designs

Jay Kelley 11499 Falco Road Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 313-2401

Laundromat Yellow Ducky

Kevin Patel 901 River Falls St. Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 343-9166

Lawn Care Lots & Lawn Timothy Stacks 12080 Mac Curry Rd. Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 343-2593

Lucky Lawn Service, Inc.

Bob Hancock 606 East Lee Street Enterprise, AL 36330 (334) 347-8873

Library Andalusia Public Library 212 South Three Notch Street Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-6612

Linen & Uniform Rental Taylor Linen Services, Inc.

Elizabeth K. Taylor P. O. Box 520 Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-1188

Membership Directory

Manufacturers

Arclin

Andy Smith

14139 U.S. Hwy 84

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-7581

Burr Industries

Justin Sightler

406 River Falls Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 403-4110

Clark Trailer Service, Inc.

Woody Clark

24988 US Hwy 29

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-7216

Covington Casket

Alan Williamson

P.O. Box 128

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4365

Covington Gin Company, Inc.

Joe McDonald 19961 Blake Pruitt Road

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-8159

Dixie Dirt

Jeff Grimes

P.O. Box 391

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 488-0802

Southern Quality Construction

Don Cotton

P.O. Box 975

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 488-3939

Filtration Manufacturing, Inc.

Art Knowles

47 J. Faris Drive

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-7900

Henderson Sewing Machine Company, Inc.

Frank Henderson

P. O. Box 967

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2451

Huhtamaki, Inc.

Shane Parks

1 Paris Place

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-4996

Shaw Industries, Inc., Andalusia

Plant 65

Sheila Hester

200 Waits Drive

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-8433

Snowden’s Sausage

Randy Snowden

P. O. Box 129

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-6042

Tellico Services Inc.

Mark Soles

18801 US HWY 84

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 923-1174

Turf Pride, LLC

Don Cotton

P. O. Box 975

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 488-3939

Ready Mix USA

Larry Grantham

P.O. Box 8648

Dothan, AL 36304

(334) 222-2532

Wayne Farms

Jasmine Caldwell

1020 Co. Road 114 Jack, AL 36474

(334) 853-0768

Wright Bros., LLC

Nate Wright - Mel Wright

P.O. Box 1086

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-1944

Marketing

Frames by Destiny

Destiny Rowell

702 E Hart Ave

Opp, AL 36467

(228) 363-1071

Media Andalusia Star-News

Robert Blankenship

P. O. Drawer 430

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2402

WAAO

Blaine L. Wilson

P. O. Box 987

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1166

WFXX - Fox 107

P.O. Box 110

Evergreen, AL 36401

(334) 222-2222

Medical Services

Clearway Pain Solutions Institute

Denise LaGrange

P.O. Box 11637

Pensacola, FL 32524

(850) 484-4080

Renalus

Hayley Ammons

1619 Creighton Rd

Pensacola, FL 32504

(850) 444-4700

CareMed

Betty Smith

324 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-2222

Mental Health/Counseling & Psyc

Beacon of Hope

Shelby DiPilla

181 W Reynolds St

Ozark, AL 36360 (334) 477-4686

South Central Alabama Mental Health Board

Staci Wilson

205 Academy Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-2525

Mortgage Loans

Fairway Independent Mortgage

Parker Loan Team

Austin Parker

1008 Boll Weevil Circle Ste C Enterprise, AL 36346 (334) 494-4005

First South Farm Credit

Hunter Grimes

P. O. Box 547

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3123

Motorcycle Dealers

Jackson Honda, Inc. Rudy King

113 River Falls Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4111

Non-Profit Organizations

The American Legion Post 80

P. O. Box 805

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3171

Covington County American Red Cross

Mike Brown

234 Hillcrest Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(251) 222-0608

Andalusia Area Humane Society, Inc.

Debra Evans

411 Pearl Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 582-2665

Andalusia Community Christmas

Gail Hayes

P.O. Box 1525

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4101

Andalusia Health Services, Inc.

Gwen Ryland

P.O. Box 56

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 488-5990

Andalusia Tennis Association

John Vick

P.O. Box 955

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1168

Angel of Hope

Carol Moore

903 Albritton Road

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 488-0659

Bethesda House

Alison Jackson

P.O. Box 397

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 977-1005

Cov. Co. Comm. on Emp. of People with Disabilities

Pat Daugherty 1082 Village Square Dr. Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4114

Covington Arts Council

Paula Harr P. O. Drawer 1418 Andalusia, AL 36420

Covington Association of Realtors Stephanie Waite 1914 E Three Notch Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 804-1238

Covington Baptist Association

Otis H Corbitt

P.O. Box 416 Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3009

Covington Co. Children’s Advocacy Center 125 Medical Park Drive Suite 103 Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-2513

Covington Veterans Foundation

Chairman, John Vick / Pres. Ben Bowden PO Box 52 Andalusia, AL 36420

Embrace Alabama Kids

Lori Foreman 1805 E Three Notch St., Suite, 2 Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 504-2009

Membership Directory

The Full Tummy Project of Covington County

Katie King

13761 Brooklyn Road

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 208-1117

The Longleaf Alliance

Carol Denhof

12130 Dixon Center Road

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-1029

Lower Alabama Arts Center

Kristi White

P. O. Box 1963

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3205

Meredith’s Miracles

Kiley Spears

P.O. Box 2032

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2866

Sav-A-Life

Dianne Gray

P. O. Box 487

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-0644

Southeast AlabamaWorks PO Box 638

Dothan, AL 36302-0638

(334) 305-0448

Old Three Notch DAR

Brenda Gouge

25525 Tinsley Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-0347

Volunteers of America Southeast, Inc.

DeAnna Ferguson

210 Church Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(251) 421-3003

Wiregrass RC & D

Ronald Davis/Anna Cornelius

211 W. Union Ave

Ozark, AL 36360

(334) 774-2334

Nursing Facilities

Andalusia Manor, LLC

SalLee S. Sasser

670 Moore Road

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4544

Savannah Terrace

SalLee Williams

P.O. Box 1395

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-0494

Obstetricians & Gynecologists

Covington Obstetrics & Gynecology, P.C.

Cindy Pollock

P. O. Box 640

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-5781

Office Supplies

Copy Products Company

David Buckelew

P.O. Box 214

Crestview, FL 32536

(850) 689-4300

Walker Business Machines

Allen Walker

4 West Court Square

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-6255

Optometrists/Optical

Blackston Quality Eyecare

Kenny R. Blackston

P. O. Box 638

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-6325

Ensight Eyecare

Dr. Barton & Dr. Merrill

500 Westgate Plaza

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-8561

Eye Center South

Jill Williams

2800 Ross Clark Circle Suite #1

Dothan, AL 36301

(334) 222-7281

Tillman Family Eye Care

J. H. Tillman

P. O. Box 1517

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2020

Orthodontists

T/W Orthodontics

Kristen Craig

403 W. Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3054

Dr. Kimberly T. Ward

406 East Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-2613

Outdoor Power Equipment

J.R.’s Lawnmower Shop

Joe Richburg

P.O. Box 329 Opp, AL 36467

(334) 493-9645

South States Roof Cleaning

Alan Baker

701 Sanford Road

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 764-9274

Outdoor Recreation

Conecuh River Ranch

Charles and Jane Hudspeth

10054 Prestwood Br. Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421 (850) 240-8777

Packaging and Shipping

PACK-N-SHIP, INC.

Shelia A. Caylor

406 River Falls Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-5116

Paint & Wallpaper

The Sherwin-Williams Company

David Wilson

103 Oak Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-1164

Pest Control

Andalusia Termite & Pest Control

Steve Turner

P.O. Box 1698

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3536

Mosquito Authority of Southeast AL, LLC

Denise Clark

24732 Potter Road Opp, AL 36467 (334) 208-7536

Pet Grooming

Mae’s Mutts

Elisha Bowling

212 Huckleberry Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 343-9260

Pharmacy

Darby’s Village Pharmacy

Sarah Wright

301A East Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-8825

Photography

Vicki Popwell Portraits

Vicki Popwell

4 1/2 East Court Square

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2727

Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation

Alabama Dept. of Rehabilitation Services

Ashly Powell

1082 Village Square Drive Suite 1

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4114

TherapySouth

2823 Greystone Commercial Blvd.

Birmingham, AL 35244

(334) 222-2620

Physicians & Surgeons

Andalusia Pediatrics

Kim Grant

109 Medical Park Dr. Suite B

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 428-7021

Andalusia Urology

Dr. Robert Long

300 Medical Ave. Suite 100

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2393

Balanced Family Health Care, Inc.

P.O. Box 609

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-0184

Covington Pediatrics, P.C. P.O. Box 910

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3555

Pool Supplies

Swim & Trim

David Jones

P. O. Box 1029

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-6146

Promotional Advertising

Okie Designs

Jason Daniel 311 Briarwood Dr. Brewton, AL 36426

(251) 236-1403

Propane Gas & Appliances

Ferrellgas

Richard Mayberry One Liberty Plaza Liberty, MO 64068

(866) 553-5149

Publishing Pioneer Telephone Directories

Walter R. Bracewell 106 Parkwest Dothan, AL 36303

(334) 794-4129

Radiation Therapy

GenesisCare

Lawton Armstrong 104 Medical Park Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-5001

Real Estate Bass Agency Real Estate

Sue B. Wilson

P. O. Box 1700

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3145

Clark Real Estate

Nancy Clark 103 Stanley Ave

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 343-1131

Membership Directory

Coldwell Banker - 1st Choice Realty

Ms. Debra Donaldson

P. O. Box 1315

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3142

Courson & Hopkins, LLC

Becky Courson

19026 Leon Wiggins Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 488-1408

Landmark Settlement & Title, LLC

Martin Clifton

109 O’Neal Court

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 504-0175

Premiere Properties

Donna Raines

1914 East Three Notch St., Suite B

Andalusia, AL 36420

Outlaw Realty

Mary Alyce Outlaw

1803 East Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 488-9400

Recycling Center

Covington Metals Company

James L. Jones

P. O. Box 1031

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4421

Pugh & Son, Inc.

Shannon Pugh

3288 Owassa Road

Evergreen, AL 36401

(334) 427-4457

Restaurants

Amor Y Tacos

Oswado Robledo

300 West Gate Plaza

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2339

The B Pub

Kyle Baumgartner

239 Church Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

thestaff@thebpub.com

Big Mike’s Steakhouse

102 Coffee Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 636-2260

Blue Bird Coffee Company

Debbie Williams

200 S. Three Notch Street Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 804-2546

The Buckboard Restaurant

Henry & Myriam Cabrera

28979 Indigo Loop

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 343-2390

Carlisle/Wendy’s

Martha Ulmer

1 Doctor MLK Jr. Ave Suite 130 Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 530-0863

The Crow’s Nest

Judy H. Wilson 605 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4614

David’s Catfish House

Bill Spurlin 1842 E. 3 Notch St. Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3127

Golden Rule Christi Turner 600 Westgate Plaza Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 923-1030

Hardee’s Ann Cauley 378 CR 420 Opp, AL 36467 (334) 477-6086

KLS Development, LLC

Lori Enzor

1103 Lenora Lane Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 222-5005

Lee’s Samurai Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi

Roxanne Lee 23624 Alabama Hwy 55 South Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-5595

Murphy Family Restaurants –McDonald’s

Gerry Murphy

1502 East Park Ave. Enterprise, AL 36330 (334) 222-7875

Ofelia’s Italian Restaurant

Ofelia Videla

401 River Falls Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-1400

Pizza Hut

Marcus Ryals

1203 MLK, Jr. Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4106

Sonic Drive In

George Momenpour

21911 Hwy 55 S.

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1443

Southern Ground Coffeehouse, LLC

Helen Taylor 26190 Brogden Road

Andalusia, AL 36421 (904) 820-9495

Subway Darmesh Patel

305 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-0769

Tabby D’s Family Restaurant

Benjy & Amy Mikel 1421 Dr. MLK Jr. EXPY

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-0878

Zaxby’s

Scott Brown

29265 West Coleman Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 582-8484

Retail Cotton & Quill

Mary Catherine Folmar 23862 County Road 70 Andalusia, AL 36420

Elan Formals & Boutique

Caitlin Portemont and Kenna Sharpe 1811 East 3 Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36421

The Factory Connection

Frances Spann 1403 Dr. MLK, Jr. Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4038

Mo Mo Fashions & Beauty Supply

Yeon Kuk Mo 917 River Falls Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-9192

SPD Wireless/Cricket

Sagar Patel

203 Lincolnshire Way

Dothan, AL 36305 (334) 582-1565

Sweet Barn Fudge

Kathy Crook

201 South Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 343-0781

Sweet South Market

Jennifer Bradley 8404 HWY 29 S

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 504-0253

The Teal Gypsy Boutique

Janna King 1208 Valley View Dr. Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 303-9579

Thirsty Turtle Package Store

Keyur & Bhavika Patel 113 Faircloth Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-1855

Touch of Country

Virginia James

1015 South Three Notch Street Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-7400

Town & Country

Terri Proctor 286C West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1840

Vine + Branch

Allie Nielsen

212 Sanford Road Andalusia, AL 36420

(251) 458-5358

Ward & Co.

Mike Ward

29 South Court Square Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-7842

Retirees

Cary & Louisa Baker 30257 Twin Oaks Road Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 246-7974

Bob Brooks 15014 F M Jones Rd. Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 488-5806

Harold and Barbara Clark 32489 Wagon Wheel Road Dozier, AL 36028 (251) 591-6550

Carolyn H. Davis 16367 Bernard Stewart Road Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 222-5830

Kim S. Dyess 112 Bluebell Drive Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-1520

James P. Boswell 1305 1st Ave. Green Acres Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 504-8848

John & Bobbie Jay 433 Church Street Andalusia, AL 3420 (334) 208-9282

Mr. Bayne & Colleen Petrey 1019 Prestwood Bridge Rd. Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 222-7902

Membership Directory

Mr. & Mrs. Herbert Rawls

520 North Cotton Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(404) 357-1460

Nancy Robbins

407 Lake Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2488

Shirley Stokes

1202 Tanglewood Dr.

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 804-9707

Jerri Stroud

18663 County Road 70

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-2985

Ward Taylor 1099 Youpon Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 488-4720

Doris Tyler 2007 Boxwood Drive

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-3335

Mr. & Mrs.Victor Wyatt, Jr.

115 Academy Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 504-1067

Salons

Lox & Lashes

Jenna Chechak

31709 Riverview Rd.

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 892-2657

Magnolia Jane Nails & Beauty

Shay O’Brien

202 Broughton Ave.

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2017

Oasis Spa and Salon

Daphne Hardage

123 Hillcrest Dr.

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2820

Studio 101

Sophia Donofrio

1608 E Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(954) 802-1101

The Urban Lounge

Deborah Nash

203 South 3 Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 504-9745

Utopia Salon & Spa

Lindsey Reeves

997 South Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-8774

Schools

Andalusia City Schools

Dr. Daniel Shakespeare

1201 C. C. Baker Ave.

Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-3186

Andalusia Elementary School

Brenda Johnson

1501 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1224

Andalusia High

Ray Wilson 701 3rd Street

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-7569

Andalusia Junior High School

Olivia Ennis 408 4th Avenue Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-7569

Covington County Schools

Shannon Driver 807 CC Baker Ave. Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-7571

Little Friends Pre-School

Billie Loflin

120 Hillcrest Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 804-1015

Screenprinting

Pirate Graphics

Tony Brown

120 East Three Notch St.

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-2007

Septic Tank/ Sewage Service

AAA Septic Tank Service

Melinda Martin 17458 Beaver Dam Road

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4885

Johnson Septic Tank

Curtis Mitchell

6141 M and K Lane

Florala, AL 36442

(334) 504-1254

Sewing Services

Andalusia Sewing Center

David McBrayer

900 Westgate Plaza

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-4124

Log Cabin Embroidery, Monogramming and More, LLC

Babette Koetje

15559 US HWY 29

Andalusia, AL 36420

Shoe Sales & Repair

Brooks Shoe Shop

Hilry Trawick

202 South Three Notch Street

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-5788

Staffing

PR Employer

Rich Merrell

5855 W. Main Street

Dothan, AL 36305 (334) 712-9939

Three Notch Staffing

Ronnie Kearns

1805 East Three Notch Street, Ste 1

Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 923-1277

Technologies Consultant

Jernigan Technology

Eric Jernigan

14242 US Highway 29

Andalusia, AL 36420 334-208-6416

Telecommunications

Buzz Broadband

Mark Parker

18146 Galileo Drive Opp, AL 36467

(833) 399-2899

CenturyLink

Kathy Tigue

900 West Bypass

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-7132

Theatre

Clark Theatre-Andalusia

Mack Clark, Jr. P. O. Box 310570 Enterprise, AL 36331-0570 (334) 347-1129

Timber/Land

Asset Management Partners, Inc.

Jeremy Tankersley 603C MLK Jr. Expressway

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-0838

Charles Dixon & Company

Richard H. Jones

P. O. Box 908

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-1168

Tractor Sales & Service

Construction Sales and Service, Inc.

Christy McInnis

1545 Stanley Ave.

Andalusia, AL 36420

Southern Equipment CompanySEC Kubota

Jeff Johnson

25465 AL-55

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-7368

SunSouth-Andalusia

Allen Wise

P. O. Box 1397

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-3294

Truck Accessories

H&H Home & Truck Tim Richardson

1001 West Bypass Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 427-0118

Utilities

Covington Electric Cooperative

Mark Parker 18836 US Highway 84 Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 222-4121

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative

Gary Smith

2027 E Three Notch Street Andalusia, AL 36421 (334) 427-3000

Southeast Gas

Shannon Jackson 715 MLK Jr. EXPY Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 428-2836

Utilities Board of Andalusia

Cathy Alexander

P. O. Box 790

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-1332

Veterinarians

Andalusia Animal Clinic

Toby Atkinson 706 Copeland Drive

Andalusia, AL 36420

(334) 222-3218

Covington Veterinary Care

Andrew Nichols

1906 East Three Notch St. Andalusia, AL 36421

(334) 222-1605

Jones Veterinary Hospital

Troy Jones P. O. Box 1413

Andalusia, AL 36420 (334) 222-4713

Water Wells Hammett Drilling Co Inc

Matthew Hammett/Richard Hammett 24901 County Road 62 Dozier, AL 36028

(334) 496-3649

Government & Utilities

ANDALUSIA OFFICES

Mayor: Earl Johnson. 222-3313

City Clerk: John Thompson, 222-3312

City Planner: Andy Wiggins, 222-3312

Building Inspector: 222-3312

Fire Chief: Russell McGlamory, 222-1121

Police Chief: Paul Hudson, 222-1155

Parks & Recreation: Tommie Agee, 428-2106

Andalusia Housing Authority: 222-5871

Andalusia Public Library: 222-6612

South Alabama Regional Airport: 222-6598

Animal Shelter: 222-8705

Springdale: 428-1131

Andalusia Adult Activity Center: 222-6891

Public Works: 222-3316

Landfill-Recycling: 222-0862

Golf Course: 222-8400

COVINGTON COUNTY OFFICES

County Adminstrator: Karen Sowell, 428-2610

Circuit Clerk: Amy Jones, 428-2520

Circuit Judge: Ben Bowden, 428-2581

Circuit Judge: Charles A. Short, 428-2576

District Judge: Julie Moody, 428-2570

Emergency Management: Susan Harris, 428-2670

Probate Judge: Stacy Brooks, 428-2510

Revenue Commissioner: Chuck Patterson, 428-2540

Sheriff: Blake Turman, 428-2640

County Commission Chairman: Greg White, 428-2610

Andalusia City Hall

Shopping & Dining

Something for everyone at Andalusia shops and restaurants!

Choosing to shop or dine at one of Andalusia’s unique locations allows you to support and help maintain our distinctive flavor. Locally-owned businesses build strong neighborhoods by sustaining communities, linking neighbors and by contributing to local causes.

Andalusia is home to a variety of retail shops from gift and jewelry stores to clothing and much more. Dining in the city ranges from fast food to seafood, sushi, steaks, Mexican and pizza.

Local leaders continue to work to attract retail and service businesses to the community to further develop Andalusia as a destination trade area.

Town & Country

Golden Rule BBQ

Walker’s Business Machines

David’s Catfish

Amor & Tacos

Big Mike’s Steakhouse

Arts & Entertainment

The arts abound in Andalusia!

There are dance schools and professional performances of ballet and modern dance. Andalusia Ballet, celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2023, brings the ballet to the city with its annual production of “The Nutcracker” and other

productions throughout the year.

The Lower Alabama Arts Coalition offers classes for all ages in the visual and performing arts, and showcases the work of local artists.

The Covington Arts Council brings theater and musical performances to

the local stage several times each year. ReAct Theatre and Arts brings community theatre to local stages with multiple productions each year.

And for movie buffs, the restored Clark Theatre on the square features the latest movies in three theaters.

Outdoor Recreation

Andalusia and Covington County are home to many outdoor recreation opportunities, from the Conecuh National Forest, which is home to Blue Lake and Open Pond, to Gantt Lake and Point A. Campgrounds for those who enjoy primitive camping or “glamping” are available lake-front, or in the woods, and the City of Andalusia boasts many parks.

For those who enjoy swinging their clubs, there are two golfing opportunities inside the city limits. Fishing and hunting are popular outdoor activities at the lakes and forests located within Covington County.

City recreation areas and parks provide an assortment of activities for people of all ages. Johnson Park features baseball fields and a splash pad. There is a playground and walking trail at Robinson Park. The City of Andalusia is also in the early stages of creating a new park that will feature an ampitheather, walking and biking trails, and more!

Covington County is also home to Frank Jackson State Park in Opp and Lake Jackson in Florala.

Andalusia Ballet ReAct Theatre

Johnson Park Splashpad

Gantt Lake

Evans Barnes Golf Course

Education & Learning

The City of Andalusia boasts a city school system, with three schools — Andalusia Elementary, Andalusia Junior High School and Andalusia High School — all of which offer superb educational opportunities for the children of this community.

The Andalusia School System ranks among the top in the state, having earned a grade of 91, based on the Department of Education’s school grading system, placing it 14th overall in the state.

The city and the school system joined hands to provide a top-notch approach to after-school learning through its APPLE program, held each afternoon at the Woodson Learning Center.

The Andalusia City Schools system also has made a huge commitment to technology, and is moving toward having access to an electronic device for every student.

The city school system is also committed to extracurricular and sports opportunities for students. In 2022, the Andalusia Bulldogs captured the 4A state football championship and the varsity cheer team also claimed a state title.

Andalusia is also home to Lurleen B. Wallace Community College, a two-year college. There are two other school systems in the county — Covington County School System and Opp City Schools.

LBW Community College exemplifies the two-year college mission of commitment to excellence in teaching and service and is a leader in education and workforce development. LBW offers a multitude of opportunities and is known for outstanding academic and technical programs, as well as excellent student services.

2022 Ribbon Cuttings & Events

Groundbreaking

Ribbon Cutting

Chamber Breakfast

Business & Brews

Clean & Green

Christmas Parade

Lunch & Learn

Veterans Day Parade

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Sponsorship Opportunities

Member 2 Member

Sponsoring and attending chamber events allows your company the opportunity to network and interact with others, learn more about your community, promote team-building skills within your organization and exposure to outside industries. For the events including a meal, the sponsor is responsible for providing the meal. Member 2 Member events include:

• Chamber Breakfast

• Ribbon Cutting/Groundbreaking

• Business & Brews

• Industry Tour

• Lunch & Learn

• State Legislative Luncheon

• Fish Fry and Federal Legislative Update

Annual Awards Banquet

During this event, the chamber celebrates the business community and the people committed to using their time, talents, and influence to help others thrive, to create positive change, and to build a stronger Andalusia.

Chamber

Golf Classic

A flighted 3-player best ball scramble that benefits the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce’s programs of work. Player entry includes lunch, goody bag, door prizes, and awards reception. Sponsorship opportunties include:

• ACE Sponsor

• EAGLE Sponsor

• BIRDIE Sponsor

• Promo Sponsor

• Meal Sponsor

• Cart Sponsor

• Koozie Sponsor

• Hole Sponsor

Veterans Day Parade

Andalusia is among the most patriotic cities in the State of Alabama and that is on display every November.

• Banner Sponsor

• Yard Sign Sponsor

Christmas in Candyland

Visitors enjoy a snow show spectacular each weekend night, set around the whimsical cottage village of themed playhouses. At Springdale on Ice, visitors enjoy a separate cottage village complete with an ice rink, train rides, snow tubing, holiday concerts and more. The objective of this event is to promote the quality of life of our residents, enhance retail opportunities and tourism efforts, and encourage community pride and team building skills among our businesses and organizations. Sponsorship opportunities include:

• Candyland Cottage Sponsor

• Springdale on Ice Skating Rink Sponsor

Clean & Green Litter Roundup

July Jamz

July Jamz is held every Thursday in the month of July. Featuring remarkable talent right in the heart of downtown Andalusia, July Jamz hosts musical acts across the spectrum of music genres. Set on the beautiful lawn of Springdale Estate, this event encourages outdoor recreation and promotes small-town living values. Sponsorship opportunities are available for the following:

• Foam Frenzy

• Presenting Sponsor

• Event Pole Banner

• Opening Acts Sponsor

• Stage Sponsor

• Food Vendor

• Concerts and Carols Sponsor

• Christmas Spectacular Sponsor

• Meet Elsa! Sponsor

• Cocoa and Characters Sponsor

• Event Pole Sponsor

• Stage Sponsor

• Snowflake Sponsor for Ice Rink

• Snowflake Sponsor for Tubing Hill

• Snowflake Sponsor for Candyland on the Square

To learn more about these and other sponsorship opportunities, contact the chamber office at 334-222-2030.

Statewide Business Awards

Andalusia’s Town and Country Boutique and Taylor Linen Services were each named a finalist in the Alabama Small Business of the Year Awards upon being nominated by the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce.

Finalists were selected from nominations made by local Alabama chambers of commerce. Alabama chambers had the opportunity to nominate one member small business for each award category. Awards will be presented in the following categories: emerging business (in business fewer than 5 years), small business 1-10 employees, small business 11-50 employees, or small business 51-100 employees.

Merle Jones opened the doors of Town and Country on the square in Andalusia in 1951. After about a decade, they moved down South Three Notch Street to the former Foreman’s Funeral Home or the “green house” as everyone called it. Mrs. Jones’s daughter Pat Thompson continued to own and manage the store until approximately 2010 when it was purchased by a second owner. She eventually moved out to the western bypass and formed the Trio shopping center with two other local merchants.

Terri Proctor purchased the shop in the summer of 2020 and immediately got involved with the City of Andalusia in working towards moving Town and Country back to downtown Andalusia. The shop is scheduled to return to downtown Andalusia this spring in the Prestwood Building, just steps from its original location in 1951.

“We were nominated by the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce to represent Andalusia in the category of small businesses with one to 10 employees. I currently have four employees working for me at the shop. I worked with Laura Wells at the Chamber to compile a list of projects I

have been involved in with our community. These awards are based on civic involvement,” Proctor said.

Presented annually by the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA) and the Business Council of Alabama (BCA), the awards recognize businesses of merit based on a variety of civic endeavors, business success, and community involvement.

Proctor was contacted by Paige Hutto with the CCAA about Town and Country being chosen as a finalist.

“I am excited to represent my hometown and this amazing and supportive community. We have something special here in Andalusia, and I look forward to taking a little bit of our corner of the state to the awards ceremony in November,” she said.

Taylor Linen Services first opened its doors in Andalusia in 1997.

“It began with a commitment to be the best linen and uniform provider in our market and a business with a safe and desirable work environment. Andalusia has a strong pro-business city government. We also have great public schools that help attract employees with young families to town,” said office manager Katherine Jones. “We are looking forward to representing our employees and our town at the state’s Chamber banquet.”

Jones added that this rec-

ognition is exciting for the company’s entire team.

“What we do every day is long, hard, hot hours and often not the first industry people think of. While we work hard every day to provide a superior product and service for each of our customers, we also work equally hard to make Taylor Linen Services a business where people are proud to say they work.”

According to Jones, there are several benefits of working in a family-run business.

“It is much easier for all employees to be an on the field teammate not just a benchwarmer. We all know each other personally, and when your employer knows you as a friend, they don’t call it a day and leave you there working. They stay and help you also get finished. While the business name represents one family

on our team, we have many families with multiple family members working here. At one time, we counted as many as eight families with two to five members of their individual family currently working at Taylor Linen Services,” she said.

All award finalists were honored at The BCA/CCAA Partnership Annual Meeting last November in Birmingham. Three winners (Gold, Silver and Bronze) were awarded in each of the four categories. Each category was represented by 10 finalists across the state. Although Town and Country and Taylor Linen Services were not selected as winners, each business continues to be part of Andalusia and its rich history. The Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce is grateful to have submitted these two businesses for recognition on a statewide level.

Terri Proctor of Town & Country

Employees at Taylor Linen Services

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