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SAVING SELMA: Family wins brand new 3 BR home in Selma
A Selma family that lost their home in the January 2023 tornado — wins a new three bedroom — two bathroom home — for free. Sixteen names were placed in a lottery — raffling off the new home. The winner won the home free and clear — and a whole lot more.
Alabama DHR working with community colleges for job programs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A partnership between two state organizations is helping those who may need help paving a path to success. The Alabama Community College System joined with the Department of Human Resources to shed light on multiple programs. “Our job is to do everything we can to help...
Rebuild Alabama funds Hayneville resurfacing project
On the anniversary of her seventh year as Alabama’s governor, Kay Ivey announced on April 10 that more than $7.9 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for various, statewide road and bridge projects. The Town of Hayneville received an award of $250,000 from the current round of awards. The funds […]
Lowndes County Arrests April 9-11
April 9 Charles McMeans, 37 – Failure to pay or appear, speeding less than 25 mph, failure to pay or appear for driving while suspended April 10 Justin Lawrence, 29 – Failure to appear for attempted murder April 11 Andrew Hall, 34 – Failure to appear for receiving stolen property first
Community, guests enjoy another successful Calico Fort
The 52nd Annual Calico Fort Arts and Crafts show went off without a hitch on April 13-14. Fair weather made it possible for volunteers from across Lowndes County to join members of the Fort Deposit Arts Council to host another spectacular event complete with exhibitors, entertainment, great food and fun for children of all ages. […]
Lowndesboro School named Alabama historic landmark
LOWNDESBORO, Ala. (WSFA) - A school for Black children built in the Reconstruction era is now a historic landmark in Alabama. The Lowndesboro School unveiled its historical marker in a special ceremony with alumni and the community on Saturday. The school was founded in 1867 by Dr. Mansfield Tyler and...
Selma Mayor, Montgomery host community violence summit
Selma Mayor James Perkins Jr. participated in a Community Violence Intervention Summit, “Partnering for a Safer Community,” over the weekend at the Embassy Suites Montgomery Hotel & Conference Center. Over 300 people came for the two-day summit on April 12. The goal was to find community-driven solutions to reduce violent crime across the Black Belt […] The post Selma Mayor, Montgomery host community violence summit appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Update: The severe thunderstorm warning is expected to expire at 9:30 p.m.
The warning was for Lowndes County. "The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and has exited the warned area. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, small hail and gusty winds are still possible with this thunderstorm," says the National Weather Service. Staying safe...
Selma man killed in Sunday evening motorcycle crash
DALLAS COUNTY, Ala. (WSFA) - Alabama state troopers are investigating a crash that claimed the life of a Selma man Sunday evening. 44-year-old Timothy Rubin was killed when his motorcycle collided with the rear of a Jeep around 6:45 p.m., ALEA investigators said. He was thrown from the motorcycle and pronounced dead at the scene.
Hussey voted Lowndes County Athlete of the Week
Clayton Hussey has been voted Lowndes County Athlete of the Week for Week 28 on April 16. He is a senior at Lowndes Academy. Hussey placed first in high jump and placed third in the triple jump events on Thursday at the 2024 Gulf Shores AISA Outdoor Track & Field State Championship. He won this […]
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