The Daleville High School counselor got the news while at work, and was feeling blessed mixed with excitement.
Currency, a 4-year-old, is a member of the Friends of Jaclyn organization who supports children battling brain tumors and cancer.
Every year, people die from heaters that are not properly maintained.
The students will head to the University of North Alabama to compete in the three-day competition on Friday.
The mayor and council believe it is best for the city to get out of the garbage business.
Don Goff is suing in hopes of changing what he believes is bad government.