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Obituary: Christopher Wayne Elliott
Christopher Wayne Elliott, 53 of Demopolis went to his eternal home on Nov. 11. He was born on February 15, 1970, in Arkansas to Gary Elliott and Tannda Langston Elliott. He was a truck driver and worked on the family farm for many years. He is survived by his parents; his sister, Jeneane Strickland (Jeremy) […] The post Obituary: Christopher Wayne Elliott appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis voted in 150 Top Underrated Winter Destinations
Demopolis gets a fair bit of attention for being a place that people like to visit. The news is not surprising given that Demopolis has a lot to offer such as Gaineswood, The Canebrake Theater, Christmas on the River and many other historical sites and fun activities. Recently, Demopolis was voted among America’s Top 150 […] The post Demopolis voted in 150 Top Underrated Winter Destinations appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Sweet Water Bulldogs fall to Maplesville
The Sweet Water Bulldogs sustained a 28-21 loss to the Maplesville Red Devils, ending their season in the second round playoff round. A mix of missed penalty calls and mistakes on the Bulldogs part cost them the game. The Bulldogs drew first blood with 5:11 to go in the first quarter. The touchdown came on […] The post Sweet Water Bulldogs fall to Maplesville appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
RBTC Co.Starters graduates sixth class
On Monday, Nov. 13, the sixth Co.Starters class sponsored by the RBTC (Rural Business Training Center) held graduation ceremonies. Classes lasted for 10 weeks and participants learned skills and techniques on how to start a new business or grow an already existing business. Co.Starters Core is a cohort-based program that equips entrepreneurs of all kinds […] The post RBTC Co.Starters graduates sixth class appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Obituary: Christopher Wayne Elliott
Christopher Wayne Elliott, 53 of Demopolis went to his eternal home on Nov. 11. He was born on February 15, 1970, in Arkansas to Gary Elliott and Tannda Langston Elliott. He was a truck driver and worked on the family farm for many years. He is survived by his parents; his sister, Jeneane Strickland (Jeremy) […] The post Obituary: Christopher Wayne Elliott appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Homemade sweet potato casserole Thanksgiving must
Sweet potato casserole with marshmallows has been a staple on our holiday dinner table for as long as I can remember. While my favorite dish will always be my mom’s homemade macaroni and cheese, I like this dish as well. It’s a sweet treat to have and can be served with dinner, but works well […] The post Homemade sweet potato casserole Thanksgiving must appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Shopping local keeps economy healthy
An Editorial Opinion of The Demopolis Times The holiday season is coming up very soon. Thanksgiving is next Thursday and Christmas is only six weeks away, which means that many people are soon going to begin shopping for the holidays and finding those perfect gifts. While it is tempting to go out of town to […] The post Shopping local keeps economy healthy appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Days Gone Bye: How Come It’s Called Sweet Milk
I got to pondering on stuff we say down here in the Southland, and the first thing that came to mind was “sweet milk.” Any of y’all ever heard anybody up Nawth call it that? Well, I reckon that’s to separate it from buttermilk, which I normally eat with cornbread crumbled all up in it. […] The post Days Gone Bye: How Come It’s Called Sweet Milk appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
God made our beautiful world
By Dean Kelly Minister, Highland Home Church of Christ I wrote the following after a conversation with my 7-year-old granddaughter. Our 7-year old looked at our yard today, She said, “You’ve had a lot of leaves to fall,” She said, “Poor trees, I’m sad to see them look this way” I told her they were […] The post God made our beautiful world appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Searching for Wisdom
By Freda Reynolds Are you finding we all need more wisdom in today’s world? Some days, it seems there is no one searching for wisdom. The dictionary defines wisdom as “the ability to think and act utilizing knowledge, experience, good judgment, common sense, and insight.” I have heard it said that wisdom is applied knowledge. […] The post Searching for Wisdom appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Sweet Water High School honors Veterans
On Nov. 9, Sweet Water High School held a Veterans Day program titled “Operation Gratitude: A Salute to Veterans.” Operation Gratitude sends thousands of care packages each year to deployed troops, veterans, recruit graduates, first responders, and wounded heroes and their caregivers. Of all the items included in these care packages, the most cherished are […] The post Sweet Water High School honors Veterans appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Obituary: Noah Alexander Fitts
Noah Alexander Fitts of Montgomery entered into eternal rest Oct. 25 in Montgomery. Funeral services for Noah Alexander Fitts were held on Nov. 11 at New Morning Star Baptist Church Demopolis. Interment followed in Memorial Gardens in Demopolis. Larkin and Scott Mortuary, LLC entrusted with arrangements. The post Obituary: Noah Alexander Fitts appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Obituary: Calvin Lawson
Calvin Lawson, 65, of Brooklyn, New York. Lawson, a native of Gallion, entered into eternal transition on Oct. 24 in Jamaica Queens, New York. Lawson is the beloved son of Mrs. Mary Marshall Lawson of Gallion and the late Mr. Willie Chester Lawson. A graveside service was held for Lawson on Nov. 10 from St. […] The post Obituary: Calvin Lawson appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Uniontown man dies in single-vehicle crash in Marengo County
A Uniontown man was killed in single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:05 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16. Dewayne L. Harris, 43, was critically injured when his 2008 Dodge Ram left the roadway, struck a culvert and overturned. Harris was transported to Whitfield Regional Hospital in Demopolis, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced […] The post Uniontown man dies in single-vehicle crash in Marengo County appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Drop-off sites open for Operation Christmas Child
As the Thanksgiving season approaches, many families and children are giving thanks for all their blessings and sharing those blessings with children in need by packing shoeboxes with Operation Christmas Child. Shoebox gifts prepared by generous donors and filled with toys, personal care items, and school supplies may be dropped off now during National Collection […] The post Drop-off sites open for Operation Christmas Child appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Fort Deposit receives HUD grant for healthy homes
By Shelby Mathis Members of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH) traveled to Fort Deposit on Oct. 25 to award the Town of Fort Deposit grant funding for the Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building Grant Program, money which will be put […] The post Fort Deposit receives HUD grant for healthy homes appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Alabama taxpayer rebates begin in December
Governor Kay Ivey spoke on providing meaningful financial relief to working Alabama residents during a Nov. 1 media release. As part of the announcement, she reminded taxpayers that one-time tax rebates are included in her 2023 budget and scheduled to begin going out on Dec. 1. News about the rebates came as part of Ivey’s […] The post Alabama taxpayer rebates begin in December appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
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