Senate committee advances local bill letting Covington County voters weigh a carbon-dioxide injection-well amendment The Senate Committee on Tourism gave SB266 a favorable report. Sponsor Sen. Carnley said the local bill would let Covington County voters decide in November whether to approve a local constitutional amendment permitting or prohibiting Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells; the committee moved the bill forward by voice/roll call with one abstention recorded.

Senator Carnley's SB266 is set to empower Covington County voters this November with the choice to approve or reject Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells—will they take a stand for their community?

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Covington County Commission approves retiree benefits, intervenes in SSUT lawsuit and signs several budget and facility items At its meeting, the Covington County Commission adopted a retiree-insurance resolution, agreed to join a multi-county intervention over the SSUT law, approved ABC license fees to match state amounts, authorized sheriff vehicle purchases, a one-time employee pay supplement, facility improvements and several contracts; one proposed contract failed for lack of a second.

The Covington County Commission just made major moves, from enhancing retiree benefits to taking a stand in a key lawsuit affecting local revenue!

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Covington County Commission approves appointments, traffic-enforcement agreement and Eden Creek bridge award; several items tabled After a recess on Oct. 28, 2025, the Covington County Commission approved routine minutes and several agenda items, appointed representatives to the South Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission, approved a traffic-enforcement agreement with Enterprise State Community College and awarded bridge piling/components for the Eden Creek site

The Covington County Commission made key decisions, appointing new representatives and approving a traffic-enforcement agreement, but some significant items were left on the table for further discussion.

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Reliant pitches 'Pine Hill Storage Hub' in Covington County; residents press company on water safety and notice At the Oct. 28 Covington County Commission meeting, Bester Ward of Reliant Carbon Capture and Storage outlined plans for the Pine Hill Storage Hub—a commercial carbon capture and underground storage project—saying captured CO2 would be injected roughly 4,000 feet underground and that the company would seek an EPA Class VI permit. Residents asked at

Reliant Carbon Capture and Storage unveiled ambitious plans for the Pine Hill Storage Hub, promising to safely store carbon dioxide 4,000 feet underground while addressing community concerns over water safety and project transparency.

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District 2 Leaders Discuss Road Maintenance Challenges and Project Funding District 2 officials highlight road maintenance woes and seek funding for project execution.

Covington County leaders are grappling with a road maintenance crisis, as District 2's Commissioner Lynn fights against financial hurdles that prevent critical projects from moving forward.

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Governor Ivey Announces Appointment of Grace Jeter to Covington County Circuit Judgeship MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the appointment of Grace Jeter as Covington County Circuit Court Judge. “Grace Jeter comes to the bench with a strong background as a prosecutor with extensive courtroom experience,” said Governor Ivey.  “In … Continued

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Sheriff seeks approval for COPS grant to fund officers over three years Commission approves sheriff's motion to pursue grant for hiring officers and salary support

Covington County is taking a bold step to boost public safety by approving a motion for the sheriff to pursue a crucial grant to hire more officers!

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Bridge Committee approves contract with West Coast Diving for encasement work Committee moves forward with bridge encasement contract and gravel solicitation process.

The Covington County Commission just approved a crucial contract for the Harder Road Bridge, paving the way for innovative underwater inspections and vital infrastructure upgrades!

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Florella Commission approves $10K reimbursement for economic development initiatives Commission allocates funds for property assessment to attract new businesses to Florella.

Covington County is on the brink of an economic transformation as officials discuss vital funding initiatives to attract new businesses and boost local growth!

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Covenant County Commission honors valedictorians and salutatorians for academic achievements Commission celebrates local students for their outstanding academic accomplishments in May 2025.

The Covington County Commission proudly honored local valedictorians and salutatorians, celebrating their remarkable academic achievements and inspiring the community to value education.

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County Commission approves sheriff travel funding and Shooter's Bar liquor license Commissioners approve funding for sheriff's travel and retail liquor license for Shooter's Bar.

Covington County is making waves with key decisions, from funding sheriff's travel to approving a liquor license for Shooter's Bar, shaping the future of local governance and community services!

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