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Severe storms possible Thursday
Selma and Dallas County could see a round or two of severe weather Thursday, May 9, as a cold front is expected to push through Alabama by Friday afternoon. Matt Grantham, meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Birmingham, said a line of severe storms will be pushing through the state overnight Wednesday, May 8, […] The post Severe storms possible Thursday appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Dallas County man killed in Selmont
A Dallas County man was killed in a wild shootout at the Pine Glenn Subdivision of Selmont on May 4. According to the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, Chico Madison, 20, was killed during a drive-by shooting. After the shooting, suspects left a car and ran between the houses. By the time DSCO deputies arrived on […] The post Dallas County man killed in Selmont appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Three denied parole for Butler, Crenshaw County convictions
On April 18, the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles denied parole requests for two men incarcerated for Butler County convictions. Hearings on April 23 included another man denied parole for a Butler County conviction. Michael Bullock, 67, is held at the Red Eagle Work Center on sentences related to Butler and Crenshaw County convictions. […] The post Three denied parole for Butler, Crenshaw County convictions appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
County Commission consider storm shelter, garbage service, septic system oversight
At its regular meeting held April 22, the Lowndes County Commission considered information which may result in a much-needed storm shelter for area citizens. Former Secretary of State John Merrill is the director of public policy and strategic markets for Waggoner Engineering. He presented the commission with details of pre-disaster mitigation grants available through the […]
We have a winner
We have a winner! The second annual Hank Williams Sr. Talent Showcase held this past Saturday evening at the historic Georgiana Opry House Theater was finally concluded. Six of the most talented young artists from as far away as New Smyrna Beach, Fla. competed for a first prize valued at $10,000 and a recording contract.
Duncan: Alabama No. 1 for endangered species
Alabama Audubon executive director Dr. Scot Duncan closed the Selma-Dallas County Public Library’s Lunch at the Library series for the 2023-24 season on Thursday. Duncan discussed his two books, “Southern Wonder: Alabama’s Surprising Biodiversity” and “Southern Rivers: Restoring America’s Freshwater Biodiversity.” “We have a lot to brag about in Alabama,” Duncan said. “We are fourth […] The post Duncan: Alabama No. 1 for endangered species appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Opinion: We enjoyed Lunch at the Library
An Editorial Opinion by The Selma Times-Journal The Selma-Dallas County Public Library closed its annual “Lunch at Library Series” for the 2023-24 year on May 2. We were impressed with the unique mix of guest speakers executive director Becky Nichols produced twice a month on Thursdays at noon, ranging from an interior decorator to the […] The post Opinion: We enjoyed Lunch at the Library appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Extension hosts Heirs Property Workshop
The Lowndes County Extension office is hosting an Heirs Property Workshop May 13 to help stakeholders understand the issue of heirs property and learn what they can do about it. Heirs property is common in Alabama. In fact, there is land in every county that is classified as heirs property, also known as family land. […]
Achiever Scholarship winners announced
Thursday evening, May 2, Fort Dale Academy senior Alli Butts and McKenzie School senior Jayden McMillian were named 2024 Achiever Award recipients during the 27th annual event held this year at the Wendell Mitchell Conference Center on the LBWCC Greenville campus. They will each receive a $3,500 scholarship towards their college expenses. The Achiever Award Scholarship is sponsored by the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce (GACOC). Tracy Salter, executive director GACOC, said, “Twenty amazing Butler County student-athletes were nominated for this year’s award. More than 175 guests attended the banquet as each nominee was recognized… Thank you to all of this year’s sponsors. Sponsorship money raised provides 100 percent of the scholarship money to the recipients… It takes a village and this community makes it happen!” Pictured above left: Alli Butts receives her award from GACOC board member Jehle Piggott; above right: Loomas McMillian, Jayden’s father, receives Jayden’s award from GACOC board member Marie Owens. (Kathy Pickens | The Standard)
Annual emphasis educates, advocates for victims’ rights
Since 1981, Congress has declared one week each April as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. After a week concentrated on crime coverage in the tri-county area, we are reminded of the role local agencies and officers play in protecting and advocating for the rights of crime victims. Charlotte Tesmer, District Attorney for the Second Judicial […] The post Annual emphasis educates, advocates for victims’ rights appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
The taste of our memories
My earliest memories taste like soul food. My mother, born and raised in the New Ebenezer community of northern Crenshaw County, put on the dog every weekend and we dined on syrup and biscuits for breakfast, home-grown vegetables and fried meat, for dinner (lunch) and leftovers for supper. Even now, I can taste purple-hull peas […] The post The taste of our memories appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Georgiana water and sewer upgrades underway
The City of Georgiana has new waterworks and sewer upgrades underway. The upgrades are courtesy of a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant and loan. The grant was approved and fully funded in 2021 for just short of nine-million dollars. Ninety percent is an official grant and the remaining 10...
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