The Luverne Journal
506 Forrest Avenue
P.O. Box 152
Luverne, AL 36049
(334) 335-3541
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The Community

Market
Mostly rural with a good mix of industry heavily geared toward agriculture and timber.

Geographic location
Luverne is located in Crenshaw County at the intersection of Alabama Highways 331 and 10, and is approximately 65 miles from Montgomery.

Population
Luverne-2,635
Crenshaw County- 13,725

Climate
Luverne residents enjoy a pleasant year-round climate, with long summers and mild winters.

Major employers
Sister Shubert's, Dozier Manufacturing, Shin-Young Metals

Education
Crenshaw County public school system [K-12] with High schools in Luverne, Brantley and Highland Home.

Recreation
Active Park and Recreation Department with many festivals thoughout the year including the Peanut Festival in late August and the county Rodeo in May.

Area information
Crenshaw County Economic Development Authority
334-335-4468

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