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Wallace Community College Demopolis campus accredited
On Dec. 3, 2023, the Wallace Community College (WCC) Demopolis campus and the newly opened West Alabama Training Center received accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The decision was made by the Board of Trustees of the SACSCOC. According to a press release from Wallace Community College, WCC […] The post Wallace Community College Demopolis campus accredited appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Obituary: Richard Henry Hill
Richard Henry Hill, age 87 of Dixon Mills, died on Jan. 16 at his home. He was born on February 3, 1936 in Wayne, AL to Roy Reed Hill, Sr. and Katie Jones Hill. He was a retired maintenance supervisor with James River Corporation. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church where he served […] The post Obituary: Richard Henry Hill appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Jefferson Country Store to be featured on Simply Southern TV
Tony and Betsy Luker, who own Jefferson Country Store, will receive statewide and national exposure with a feature on Simply Southern TV. The show will premiere locally on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 5 a.m. on WSFA-TV 12 out of Montgomery and will be rebroadcast on national cable network RFD-TV on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at 3 […] The post Jefferson Country Store to be featured on Simply Southern TV appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis School Board recognized during appreciation month
The five members of the Demopolis Board of Education were recognized at the Jan. 18 meeting. January is School Board Appreciation Month, and board members were publicly thanked for what they do for the school system. Each member received a personalized gift basket from one of the four schools in the district. Superintendent Tony Willis […] The post Demopolis School Board recognized during appreciation month appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Obituary: Thomas Walter Doggett, Sr
Thomas Walter Doggett, Sr., age 82, of York, died on Jan. 10 at Anderson Regional Health System in Meridian, Mississippi. Funeral services with family tributes by his children were held on Jan. 14 at Bumpers Funeral Home in York, with a prior one-hour visitation. A graveside service followed at York Cemetery with Johnny Doggett officiating. […] The post Obituary: Thomas Walter Doggett, Sr appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Kingfisher Bay Marina named January Business of the Month
The Kingfisher Bay Marina has been named as the January Business of the Month by the Demopolis Area Chamber of Commerce. The marina is located at 244 Kingfisher Bay Drive. Owner Fred Hansard said the marina began as a joint venture with Arthur and Estelle Taylor, and his wife Kim. They began digging the sand […] The post Kingfisher Bay Marina named January Business of the Month appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Dian Luker McCrory
Dian Luker McCrory, 63, of Gadsden, passed away on Jan. 11 at Gadsden Regional Medical Center. She was born in Demopolis on Oct. 17, 1960, to Grover Hilton Luker and LaVonne Nichols Luker. She was retired. She is preceded in death by her parents, and her brother, Michael Hilton Luker. She is survived by her […] The post Dian Luker McCrory appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis lock closed for emergency repairs
The Demopolis Lock is closed to waterway traffic until further notice due to a breach that occurred on Jan. 16. The lock could be closed for an estimated 30 to 60 days for repairs. According to the Mobile Engineer District, the closure cuts off both the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway and the Black Warrior-Tombigbee Waterway (BWT) from […] The post Demopolis lock closed for emergency repairs appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Healthcare high school receives $26.4 million investment
On Jan. 17, the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Foundation (ASHSF) announced an investment of $26.4 million from Bloomberg Philanthropies to help fund a residential healthcare high school in Demopolis. Demopolis Mayor Woody Collins expressed his thanks to Bloomberg Philanthropies, as well as every person in the community that has been involved in the healthcare […] The post Healthcare high school receives $26.4 million investment appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
New Co.Starters cohort beginning Feb. 13
A brand new Co.Starters cohort will be starting on Feb. 13. The Co. Starters class is sponsored by the Rural Business Training Center (RBTC) founded by Demopolis native Aliquippa Allen. Co.Starters Core is a cohort-based program that equips entrepreneurs of all kinds with the insights, relationships, and tools needed to turn ideas into action. Over […] The post New Co.Starters cohort beginning Feb. 13 appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Everything changes except Jesus Christ
By Dean Kelly Minister, Highland Home Church of Christ A few days ago, Nick Saban was the head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide and was entrenched as very possibly the greatest coach ever. A few days ago, 2023 National Coach of the Year, Kaleb DeBoer led the Washington Huskies into the National Championship game. […] The post Everything changes except Jesus Christ appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Scars of Sin
Freda Reynolds John 5:6: “When Jesus saw him lying there and knew that he had already been there a long time in that condition, He said to him,” Do you want to be made whole?” Our first thought is, of course, he does! But as is usually the case with Jesus, there is more Jesus […] The post Scars of Sin appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Hamburger Dinner – A new family favorite
I was originally going to write about Pecan Pie Mini Muffins for this week’s column, but I found something else that caught my attention more. This week’s hamburger dinner recipe is one I’ve never had before, but the ingredients alone make me want to try it. It’s a dish that could easily become a family […] The post Hamburger Dinner – A new family favorite appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Self-Help Housing coming to Marengo County
Demopolis Area Habitat for Humanity is bringing Self-Help Housing to Marengo County. Self-Help Housing is for people with low to very low income. USDA Rural Development offers qualifying individuals and families the opportunity to build a new single-family home with no money down. These homes are 2-, 3- or 4-bedrooms. “We are very excited about […] The post Self-Help Housing coming to Marengo County appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Tucker talks fall sports wrap-up with Rotarians
Demopolis football coach and Athletic Director, Lance Tucker was the speaker for the Jan. 10 Rotary Club meeting. Tucker discussed the wrap-up of fall sports and the upcoming spring sports. The volleyball team had a record of 17-13, and made an appearance at the Super Regionals in Montgomery. Sarah Helms and Jenn Shipman made the […] The post Tucker talks fall sports wrap-up with Rotarians appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Commission to begin bidding process for solid waste pickup
During their Jan. 9 meeting, the Marengo County Commission agreed to begin preparing and mailing requests for proposals (RFPs) for residential solid waste collection. The County’s current agreement’s expiration date is still several months away, but Commissioners want to get a head start on finding companies in that line of work. The current contract doesn’t […] The post Commission to begin bidding process for solid waste pickup appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Obituary: Naomi Grace Reffett Williamson
Naomi Grace Reffett Williamson, 90 of Linden, died Jan. 12 at Marengo Nursing Home. She was born March 16, 1933 in Demopolis, AL to Andrew Cortis and Carmie Oakley Reffett. She was a retired owner and operator of Williamson Country Store and Service Station. She attended Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by her son, […] The post Obituary: Naomi Grace Reffett Williamson appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Marengo County Commission welcomes new Chairman
The Jan. 9 Marengo County Commission meeting saw a change in Commission Chairman as Chairman Calvin Martin passed the gavel over to incoming Commission Chairman Fred Armstead, Jr. Commissioner John Crawford and Armstead thanked Commissioner Martin for his leadership throughout 2023. “He led us well, he kept us on track, and really I appreciate that […] The post Marengo County Commission welcomes new Chairman appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis City Schools announces free and reduced-priced meals policy
On Jan. 11, Demopolis City Schools announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and/or School Breakfast Program. For School Year 2023-2024 Demopolis High School will participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). No further action is required of you. This USDA provisions allows […] The post Demopolis City Schools announces free and reduced-priced meals policy appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Chunky potato soup – A delicious cold-weather meal
Soup and homemade chili are common meals cooked in homes during the cold months. They are fairly easy meals to prepare, and they usually make a lot, so leftovers can be frozen and then reheated whenever the craving hits. My mom has yet to make chili or soup this winter, but I can guarantee she […] The post Chunky potato soup – A delicious cold-weather meal appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
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