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Demopolis Public Library offering Tech Tuesdays
For many people today, navigating the internet is no problem. It is something that is done every day without much thought. But for some people, figuring out and keeping up with ever-changing technology is a struggle. Which is why the Demopolis Public Library is bringing back Tech Tuesdays beginning Sept. 19 to help people with […] The post Demopolis Public Library offering Tech Tuesdays appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Linden Police Reports
On Aug. 1 Jeremiah J Howard was arrested for Contempt of Court. Arrest made by Chief Varner On Aug. 1 Logan Gilchrist was arrested for Contempt of Court. Arrest made by Chief Varner On Aug. 3 Abner L Banks was arrested for Contempt of Court. Arrest made by LT. K. Johnson On Aug. 7 Cole […] The post Linden Police Reports appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Marengo County Church News
Homecoming at the Uniontown Church of God on Sunday, Sept. 17. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m, Morning worship begins at 11 a.m., and afternoon singing begins at 1 p.m. The guest singers will be the Glory Road Quartet. Everyone is welcome to attend. Christian Chapel Baptist Church will be having their Annual Breast Cancer […] The post Marengo County Church News appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
What I deserve – He took my place
By Dean Kelly Minister, Highland Home Church of Christ Dear God, please don’t give me what I deserve. I know that all good and precious gifts come down from You (James 1:16). But I also know that I don’t deserve them. I, like every human being, have sinned (Romans 3:23). And I know that sin […] The post What I deserve – He took my place appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Eat’n Out! Welcome To Greece!
I received my monthly mystery box of snacks and goodies today. This one is from the country of Greece. It is nestled right over between Italy and Turkey, and I am always surprised by the depth of the history, of nearly anything, in countries like Greece. Food is no exception. I mean they have been […] The post Eat’n Out! Welcome To Greece! appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Mayor provides Rotarians with city update
Demopolis Mayor Woody Collins addressed the Rotary Club Sept. 13 and gave Rotarians an update on the city and what has been accomplished since he took office in 2020. Collins described how he and the City Council had been “cleaning up old issues” within the city, such as demolishing the old police station that had […] The post Mayor provides Rotarians with city update appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Days Gone Bye: When you were twelve (Retread from 25 July 2001)
In 1952 I had to start paying full price at the picture show on account of turning twelve, which was the 51-52 school year. Linden Red Devils didn’t do well on the gridiron, but Coach Chink Lott and the Demopolis Tigers didn’t lose a single solitary game with the likes of Bo Spear, Doug Lott, […] The post Days Gone Bye: When you were twelve (Retread from 25 July 2001) appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Community calendar returns
An Editorial Opinion of The Demopolis Times A few years ago, the Demopolis Times had a dedicated Community Calendar that was consistently updated and kept the community informed of upcoming events. Unfortunately, the community calendar fell by the wayside in 2020 when the pandemic broke out and public assemblies were restricted. With very few events […] The post Community calendar returns appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Panthers steamroll A.L. Johnson 52-16
The Marengo Panthers welcomed the A.L. Johnson (ALJ) Eagles to Dixons Mills last Friday and soundly defeated their county rival 52-16. The Panthers were set up with great field position after the Eagles fumbled the ball at midfield early in the first quarter. The team quickly took advantage of the mistake with Toriano Kelly racing […] The post Panthers steamroll A.L. Johnson 52-16 appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis City Council makes appointments, approves budget
The Sept. 7 Demopolis City Council meeting had a light agenda consisting of board appointments, a budget resolution, and requests for public assemblies. The first item on the list involved appointments to the Industrial Development Board (IDB). Mayor Woody Collins said that Charles Singleton, Doug Brewer, and Shawn Hall were recommended to Council for reappointment. […] The post Demopolis City Council makes appointments, approves budget appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Bulldogs get first region win over University Charter School
The Sweet Water Bulldogs stepped into region play last Friday against the University Charter School in Livingston. The Bulldogs took an early lead in the first quarter and never looked as they defeated the Trail Blazers 41-6. Scoring for the Bulldogs was handled by Elliot Lucy who had two touchdowns, Ethan Carr with one touchdown, […] The post Bulldogs get first region win over University Charter School appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis steamrolls Selma in Region 3 5A opener
By James Jones The Selma Times-Journal The Demopolis Tigers traveled down to Selma last Friday to take on the Saints. The Tigers had no trouble in their first region game of the season and beat the Saints 40-0. Demopolis head coach Lance Tucker said he was pleased with how the Tigers bounced back from a […] The post Demopolis steamrolls Selma in Region 3 5A opener appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
New Chamber Director aims to build on Demopolis successes
There’s a new face at the Demopolis Area Chamber of Commerce. Monica King took over as the new executive director of the Chamber last week and is eager to get to know the community. King and her family have been gone from the Demopolis area for 24 years and she said what attracted them back […] The post New Chamber Director aims to build on Demopolis successes appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
UWA coach Brett Gilliland talks Tiger football to Rotarians
Brett Gilliland, record-setting quarterback and head football coach at the University of West Alabama (UWA), was the speaker for the Sept. 6 Rotary Club meeting. Gilliland is going into his ninth season as the UWA coach and has high expectations for the Tigers this year. At the time of writing, UWA had a 1-1 record […] The post UWA coach Brett Gilliland talks Tiger football to Rotarians appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
ATRC Aging and Dementia Friendly Alabama to host Free Memory Café in Demopolis
Dementia Friendly Alabama (DFA) is an initiative to bring awareness and support to those living with dementia and their care partners in Alabama. They build partnerships to create communities where those living with dementia can live and thrive! One such partnership is with ATRC Aging to host Memory Cafes. A DFA Memory Café is a […] The post ATRC Aging and Dementia Friendly Alabama to host Free Memory Café in Demopolis appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Marengo County Sheriff Arrests
On 08/08/23 Eureka Cmone Bryant was arrested for Failure to Appear on a Speeding Ticket. Arrest was made by Chief Deputy Kenny Collier. On 08/15/223 Devante Antwain Lewis was arrested for (2) Failure to Pay Warrants. Arrest was made by Chief Deputy Kenny Collier. On 08/16/23 Shirley Walters was arrested for Failure to Appear on […] The post Marengo County Sheriff Arrests appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Bark in the Park returns for second year
After seeing a huge success last fall, Main Street Demopolis is bringing Bark in the Park back for a second year. This year’s event is expected to be bigger than before, with fun beginning at 5:30 p.m. and going until 8:30 p.m. Main Street, a non-profit organization focused on preserving downtown’s historic buildings, creating jobs, […] The post Bark in the Park returns for second year appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Council hears Chilly Fest, bypass progress
The Sept. 5 Linden City Council meeting was brief and featured a light agenda which included progress updates along with police department pay rates and patrol cars. Mayor Gwendolyn Rogers reported that planning for the 2023 Chilly Fest celebration is going well. Rogers has been working with the Chill Fest Committee several times and each […] The post Council hears Chilly Fest, bypass progress appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
The Scriptures – Inspired of God
By Dean Kelly Minister, Highland Home Church of Christ The scriptures are the inspired or God-breathed word of God. Peter states, “Knowing this first, that no prophecy of Scripture is of any private interpretation, for prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the […] The post The Scriptures – Inspired of God appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
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