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Law enforcement concerned about juveniles on ATVs
By Sequite Howard-Harris Special to The Demopolis Times The Marengo County Sheriff’s office is working to address reports of juveniles riding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) in public roadways. Marengo County Sheriff Robert Alston said teens below the age required to gain a driver’s license, age 16, lack the necessary skills to drive safely on public roads. […] The post Law enforcement concerned about juveniles on ATVs appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Daycare worker arrested, charged with murder in infant death
A Demopolis daycare worker has been arrested and charged with murder in the Monday death of an infant. On March 25, at approximately 12:56 p.m., Demopolis Police Department and medical personnel from Amstar EMS responded to Tender Years Day Care located at 1001 Maria Avenue in reference to an unresponsive infant. After arriving on scene, […] The post Daycare worker arrested, charged with murder in infant death appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
UWA accounting students offer free income tax help through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program
For more than 20 years, the University of West Alabama has offered a hands-on learning opportunity for accounting students to prepare individual state and federal income tax returns at no charge to the taxpayer through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program which receives grant assistance from the Internal Revenue Service through ImpactAmerica. According to […] The post UWA accounting students offer free income tax help through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Maze joins Times as publisher
Boone Newsmedia, Inc., has appointed Brent Maze as the publisher of The Demopolis Times and The Selma Times-Journal. Maze lives in Selma and comes to the area after serving as the publisher of The Newton County Appeal in Union, Mississippi, from 2015 to 2024. He said he is grateful for the opportunity to serve the […] The post Maze joins Times as publisher appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Secretary of State certifies primary results, runoff candidates
On Friday, Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen certified the March 5 Primary Election Results and the candidates for the April 16 runoff. Darren Glass was certified as the Democratic nominee for Marengo County Circuit Clerk. “Today, this Office certified the results of a fair, secure, and transparent election,” said Allen. “The March 5th Primary […] The post Secretary of State certifies primary results, runoff candidates appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Sweet Water selects top 5 students
Each year Sweet Water High Schools selects top-ranking students for its 2024 top five students list. On March 14, Kory Jones Boyett announced the students, who were chosen based on their academic performance. “The Sweet Water top five are selected by mostly core academic GPA, except in the case of ties,” Boyett said. The included […] The post Sweet Water selects top 5 students appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Build Your Hopes On Things Eternal
By Michael J. Brooks The college I worked for asked me to go to Washington, D.C. for a seminar with the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities. I didn’t have to be asked twice! It was a great several days on the CCCU campus a few blocks from the U.S. Capitol. I met with 30 […] The post Build Your Hopes On Things Eternal appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis Police Department Arrests March 1-15
March 1 Roger D. Moore III, 23 – Public Intoxication. Arrested on Bee Keeper Court March 2 Brandon D. Tabb, 37 – Domestic – Simple Assault – Family, Two Counts Alias Writ of Arrest. Arrested at Stay Inn Express Latonya R. Campbell, 40 – Domestic – Simple Assault – Family. Arrested at Stay Inn Express […] The post Demopolis Police Department Arrests March 1-15 appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Fiber optic network coming to Demopolis
It’s not here yet, but a fiber optic network bringing high-speed internet is coming to Demopolis and Marengo County. George Henry, CEO of Yellowhammer Networks, told members of the Demopolis Rotary Club Wednesday, March 13, that his firm will oversee the contractors who will install the network. Already he has set up an office on […] The post Fiber optic network coming to Demopolis appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
ALEA’s 2024 Spring Boating Basics, License Courses in Full Swing
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division is currently offering its annual Boating Basics and License Courses in the state’s northern and central districts. The next class is scheduled for March 25 and 27, from 5 – 9 p.m. at Southern Academy in Greensboro. Each year, the Agency offers free hands-on classes that […] The post ALEA’s 2024 Spring Boating Basics, License Courses in Full Swing appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Coyotes becoming problem for urban areas
By Carnell McAlpine, Jr. Tuskegee University Cooperative Extension I am starting to see something that looks like a dog in my yard. It is too big to be a fox. What do you think it is? Coyotes have long inhabited rural areas, but they now are a growing problem near cities and towns. As residential […] The post Coyotes becoming problem for urban areas appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Gaineswood receives Americana Corner Grant
The Friends of Gaineswood, Inc. is pleased to announce Gaineswood National Historic Landmark is a recipient of the Americana Corner Preserving America grant program, an online resource focused on the founding of our nation. The Friends of Gaineswood applied for grant funding to improve visibility of the house museum and educate visitors through additional interpretive […] The post Gaineswood receives Americana Corner Grant appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis City Schools Foundation Celebrates 30 Years of Excellence
The Demopolis City Schools Foundation held its annual donor celebration on Thursday, Feb. 22 at the Marengo County History and Archives Museum. This event wasn’t the typical annual event; it was to celebrate 30 years of excellence and to recognize donors for their continued support and contributions over the years. Foundation President, Peter Michael Reynolds […] The post Demopolis City Schools Foundation Celebrates 30 Years of Excellence appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Marengo County Holds Hiring Event
West AlabamaWorks! hosted a hiring event for job seekers in Marengo and the surrounding counties Thursday, March 14 from 2-6 p.m. at the Theo Ratliff Activity Center at 306 1st Ave in Demopolis. Demopolis Mayor Woody Collins said the partnership with West AlabamaWorks! brings much-needed job opportunities to Marengo County residents. “West AlabamaWorks! has been […] The post Marengo County Holds Hiring Event appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis council addresses Main Avenue drainage
By Jan McDonald Special to the Demopolis Times In a short meeting Wednesday, March 7, the Demopolis City Council voted on four items and heard of the start of a drainage project that has been in the works for well over a year. Main Avenue at Franklin Street has been the site of extensive flooding […] The post Demopolis council addresses Main Avenue drainage appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis students learning about, helping fund healthy hearts
Since 1996, Demopolis Middle School (DMS) has hosted Hoops for Heart, an annual event partnering with the American Heart Association to teach students the importance of developing heart-healthy habits. On March 13, DMS will present the program at 10 a.m. Along with a presentation on how rewarding and fun physical activity can be, students will […] The post Demopolis students learning about, helping fund healthy hearts appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Delta Regional Authority announces $30M for community infrastructure fund
Delta Regional Authority (DRA) has announced funding availability for the Community Infrastructure Fund (CIF), which supports economic and community development needs throughout the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions. Approximately $30 million is available to address basic public infrastructure and transportation infrastructure, as well as flood-control issues for communities within DRA’s eight-state service […] The post Delta Regional Authority announces $30M for community infrastructure fund appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Top spellers recognized at US Jones
US Jones held its spelling bee recently, recognizing one winner and a runner-up from each grade level. Dr. Aliquippa Allen, founder and executive director of the Rural Business Training Center (RBTC) served as official word pronouncer for the contest. Emerging as the top spellers at the school are 3rd grade winner Zy’Nia Fluker and runner-up […] The post Top spellers recognized at US Jones appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
US Jones names February Leaders of the Month
By Staff Reports Each month, faculty at US Jones Elementary School select children who are leaders in the classroom and the community. For February, students in grades 3-5 were acknowledged for their leadership skills. Congratulations to these young leaders! 3rd grade – Pictured are Taylor Sisson, Jace Smith, Paisley Lawrence, Elly Wilkerson, Tevin Brown, Maddisyn […] The post US Jones names February Leaders of the Month appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Tigers finish season as regional runners-up
By Baylen Parker Special to The Demopolis Times Demopolis boys’ basketball ended the season with an Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) Class 5A Regional Runners-Up title after a loss to Valley High School, 62-53, on Feb. 21 in the Elite 8 game at Bill Harris Arena in Birmingham. The Tigers had their hands full […] The post Tigers finish season as regional runners-up appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
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