Fayette County Volleyball headed to State Tournament
After powering through the regular season and Super Regionals, the Fayette County volleyball team is headed to the Alabama 3A State Tournament.
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Board of Education approves FMS Bible teacher, hears Berry school improvements
The Fayette County Board of Education met for its monthly meeting on Oct. 20, addressing the implementation of a new Bible-focused class, a massive new program at Berry High School, and retirements in the school system.
FCHS CTE class builds tables for Fayette Aquatic Center
Pictured left to right seated: Recreation Supervisor O.P. Morgan, Drew Henegar, Hunter Ham, Park Director Chris Champion
Standing left to right – Lukas Simmons, Avery Hancock, Instructor Jonathan Burkhalter, Blake Cook, Danny Powell, Carson Hollingsworth
The Career Technical Educate (CTE) Lab at Fayette County High School recently completed a project that visitors to the Fayette Aquatic Center will enjoy this season and for many years to come. The class, part of the SkillsUSA organization, built four new picnic tables for the water park, and repainted four existing tables that are used at the facility. The project was led by instructor Jonathan Burkhalter, with several students contributing to the project that was completed and delivered just in time for the Aquatic Center’s opening day.
FCHS holds ‘Powderpuff’ games
Pictured are the teachers who played against their students. From left, front: Savannah Kimbrell, Bri Magouirk, LeAnn Nolen, Austyn Freeman and Karri Watkins. Back: Stacy Allen and Brandy Howton.
A “Powderpuff” football tournament was held at Fayette County High School on Tuesday, Nov. 7, with female students suiting up for a series of flag football games and the senior football players coaching the teams. The three-game student tournament also featured male cheerleaders taking their new roles very seriously.
FCHS and BSCC Veterans Day Program
Pictured are the local veterans who were present at the BSCC and FCHS program.
A large group of local veterans attended the Bevill State Community College and Fayette Co. High School’s annual Veterans Day program, held on Monday, Nov. 6. Navy Veteran and 1992 FCHS graduate James A. Henry was the guest speaker for the event. Henry began his military career in April 1993, and has earned numerous awards and commendations throughout his career.
FCHS crowns its Homecoming Queen
Shown from left: FCHS Principal Jennifer Sanford, FCHS Homecoming Queen Laura Junkin, Judge Sam Junkin and 2023 Homecoming Queen Callie Williams.
Fayette County High School crowned its 2023 Homecoming Queen prior to the start of the Fayette - Carbon Hill football game.
FCHS to host Homecoming festivities
Fayette County High School will host its annual Homecoming festivities this week.
On Thursday, Sept. 14, a bonfire/pep rally will be held in the FCHS softball field parking lot, beginning at approximately 7:30 p.m.
Cowart receives Balfour Award
FCHS Principal Jennifer Sanford is shown presenting the Balfour Award to Celie Cowart.
The Balfour Award, the only award given to a senior at Fayette County High School during graduation, was presented last Friday night to Celie Cowart by FCHS Principal Jennifer Sanford.
FCHS baseball wins three-of-four for week
Fayette continued its hot streak this season, defeating American Christian Academy on Thursday by the score of 4-1. Landon Lowe was the winning pitcher for the Tigers, allowing two hits and one run with eight strikeouts in seven innings of work. Cooper Sanford was the leading hitter for Fayette, with two hits during the game.
FCHS softball loses to Marion Co. 12-11
The Lady Tigers opened last week with a heartbreaking loss on Monday to Marion County by the score of 12-11. Karlee Clark started the game at pitcher for Fayette, allowing 10 runs on only four hits in two innings of work.