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Sumter Central sends four to the collegiate level
YORK, Ala. (WTOK) - Sumter Central High School held a signing ceremony for four Student Athletes on Thursday Morning. T’Adron Crenshaw signed with West Bay Collegiate Academy. Ja’Michael Ratliff signed with West Liberty University. Brandon Robinson signed with Bevill State Community College. Jonathan Fitch signed with Coastal Alabama.
Eutaw remembers fallen worker one year later
EUTAW, Ala. (WBRC) -Eutaw city leaders remembered Tony Rice this week. You may remember the story. Rice was the city employee who died one year ago when a trench he was working collapsed on him. It happened in the Branche Heights subdivision in Eutaw. Thursday, April 25, 2024, the city released balloons in Rice’s memory, and the mayor declared April 25 as Tony Rice Day, a day they’ll honor every year.
Two seriously injured in Pensacola after SUV crashes into oncoming traffic and overturns
Two people were seriously injured when a motorist crossed into oncoming traffic and hit two other vehicles, according to a Florida Highway Patrol news release. The collision occurred shortly before 1 p.m. Friday near the intersection of West Fairfield Drive and Peagler Plaza Road. A 42-year-old Pensacola man was traveling...
Main waterline has broken in Town of York
YORK, Ala. (WTOK) - According to town officials, the main water line on Highway 11 has broken. This water outage is affecting every person who lives in the town. Crews are on the scene now, working on fixing the situation as soon as possible. News 11 will keep you updated...
Literacy Council of West Alabama Introduces Its Freshly Appointed Executive Director
The Literacy Council of West Alabama is proud to introduce Marshae Madison-Pelt as the newly appointed Executive Director for the West Alabama region. In this capacity, she will lead the organization’s strategic management and operational endeavors while also spearheading efforts to develop relationships and seek opportunities to work with communities in Bibb, Fayette, Lamar, Perry, Pickens, Sumter, and Tuscaloosa counties. Marshae’s appointment signifies a significant step forward in our mission to eliminate illiteracy and empower individuals throughout our community.
Parents speak out about son who died at Demopolis day care
DEMOPOLIS, Ala. (WSFA) - With a laugh that would put a smile on anyone’s face, Brayden Paul Robertson was full of life and love. “The brightest smile, the prettiest smile and his laugh. He had this little squeal when he laughed and it was my absolute favorite,” said Brayden’s mother, Taylor.
Council discusses three board candidates
Three women were nominated at the Demopolis City Council meeting Thursday, April 18, to fill the Demopolis City Schools Board of Education seat being vacated June 1 by Carolyn Moore. The council will vote at its May 3 meeting on appointing either Aliquippa Allen, Dr. Brittney Anderson or Karen Braxton to fill the vacancy. Mayor […] The post Council discusses three board candidates appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Coleman Center for the Arts promotes art and agriculture opportunities in west Alabama
YORK, Ala. (WTOK) - In west Alabama, the Coleman Center for the Arts has a wealth of programs and resources aimed at incorporating art into education and promoting community development. The Coleman Center was founded in 1985 through a grassroots effort to create a space to showcase regional artists and...
We must ensure this never happens again
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... As the news has broken over the past few weeks regarding the Tender Years Preschool & Nursery closure, it has been heartbreaking for the whole community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family who lost their child on March 25 at the daycare...
Fentanyl found at West Greene High School
GREENE COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Fentanyl was found inside West Greene High School, according to school officials. Principal Dennis Wilds says a janitor was cleaning the girls’ bathroom one morning last week and found a white powdery substance. Law enforcement tested it and found out it was positive for fentanyl. “We immediately shut down the […]
Starting to settle in
I’ve been living here in West Alabama for more than a month now, and I feel like I’m starting to get settled in. I know I have not had the opportunity to meet everyone yet, but everyone I have come across has been so friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my first opportunity to experience Rooster […] The post Starting to settle in appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
All Scholastic Sports Team 2024: Ryan Reynolds
DEMOPOLIS, Ala. (WTOK) - Ryan Reynolds is a two-sport student-athlete at Demopolis High School, who’s in the top five percent of his class, has a 32 on his ACT, has a part-time job, and is involved in several extracurriculars activities including Beta Club and DECA. With all that on...
Bigbee pageant raises $4,900 for shelter
On Sunday April 14, Bigbee Humane Society was presented with a check from the 2024 Miss Bigbee Beauties profits. The last pageant, five years ago, raised $2,020. This year, the event raised $4,900 for the humane society. “We raised money through sponsorships, entry fees, People’s Choice votes and pageant admission,” said pageant director Ashleigh Hood. […] The post Bigbee pageant raises $4,900 for shelter appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Nominations extended for Best of Marengo
The Demopolis Times has extended the nomination period for The Best of Marengo until Tuesday, April 30. Publisher Brent Maze said they are asking local readers and businesses to submit their nominations for the 100 categories to help determine who will appear on the ballots for the annual contest. “The Best of Marengo is one […] The post Nominations extended for Best of Marengo appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
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