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Marengo Cattlewomen’s Association hosts Blue Jean Ball
By Natalie Kilgore The night of Saturday, Oct. 7 was the start of an annual event called the Blue Jean Ball. Hosted by Marengo County Cattlewomen’s Association (MCCA) the event helps raise funds for the group’s scholarship fund as well as future community events the association plans, such as mini farm tours and agricultural days. […] The post Marengo Cattlewomen’s Association hosts Blue Jean Ball appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Sweet Water Bulldogs cap off Homecoming with win over Marengo Panthers
The Sweet Water Bulldogs finished off their Homecoming celebrations with a 48-6 win over the Marengo Panthers. Deshanard Blanks, Elliot Lucy, Parker Townsend, Evan Dunn, and Efrain Cardenas handled the scoring for the Bulldogs. Blanks scored on runs of 3-yards and 31-yards, and caught a 20-yard pass from Sweet Water quarterback Timothy Kelley. Lucy had […] The post Sweet Water Bulldogs cap off Homecoming with win over Marengo Panthers appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis Tigers win region title
The Demopolis Tigers breezed past the visiting Holtville Bulldogs Friday to win the 5A Region 3 title. The Tigers won 32-2 and scored all of their points in the first half of the game. During the game, there was some unsportsmanlike behavior on the field, mostly from the visiting team, and Head Coach Lance Tucker […] The post Demopolis Tigers win region title appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Dana Transport Inc named Business of the Month
Dana Transport Inc has been named the October Business of the Month by the Demopolis Area Chamber of Commerce. Visit the Business of the Month at 2460 US-43 in Gallion, AL to show your support. Photo by the DACC. The post Dana Transport Inc named Business of the Month appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Marengo County Church News
Eastern Star Baptist Church will hold its annual Fall Festival on Oct. 25 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be food, music, games, and fun. All are welcome to attend and bring a friend. Greater New Hope Baptist Church will hold its 101st Church Anniversary on Nov. 5 at 2 p.m. The church […] The post Marengo County Church News appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Knowledge of God
By Dean Kelly Minister, Highland Home Church of Christ The foundational fact of our existence is found in the knowledge that God is. “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding” (Proverbs 9:10). Again, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; […] The post Knowledge of God appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Pastoral Whiplash Syndrome
By Michael J. Brooks Thom Rainer in his Oct. 7 Church Answers blog called it “pastoral whiplash syndrome.” He told of a pastor receiving two emails in a single day—one from a recent and complimentary visitor, and the other from a disgruntled leader resigning his post. Most ministers have experienced something like this. A friend […] The post Pastoral Whiplash Syndrome appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
October is National Fire Prevention Month
An Editorial Opinion of The Demopolis Times While October is best known as Breast Cancer Awareness month, it is also National Fire Prevention Month. October was designated as National Fire Prevention Month in 1922, and is a time to reflect on and raise awareness of fire safety. According to the National Fire Protection Association, there […] The post October is National Fire Prevention Month appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Homemade chicken tenders and honey mustard sauce
If you and your family love football season, chances are you have entertained guests for a watch party or tailgate. These parties often involve a lot of cheering and a lot of different party foods. Me and my family are huge Alabama fans and we always have a special menu for the big games like […] The post Homemade chicken tenders and honey mustard sauce appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Days Gone Bye: Eighteen Again
Column by Tom Boggs The year of our dear Lord, 1958, was a good ‘un, and my good buddies who were eighteen with me that year, what ones are still here, would not likely have any argument about that. There’s an old Ray Price country song with the words wishing I was eighteen again. […] The post Days Gone Bye: Eighteen Again appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Marengo County Sheriff’s Arrests for Sept. 15 – Oct. 5
Sept. 15 David Hamilton, charged with failure to appear in traffic court. Arrested by Starks. Sept. 18 Jacob Hochstetler, charged with failure to appear in traffic court. Arrested by Clayton. Sept. 19 Ronald Baker, charged with Contempt of Court. Arrested by Sheriff Alston. Sept. 20 Alexis Nicole Jones, charged with failure to appear in traffic […] The post Marengo County Sheriff’s Arrests for Sept. 15 – Oct. 5 appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Marengo County Commission hears juvenile detention center update
Marengo County Chief Juvenile Probation Officer Joe Johnson appeared before the Marengo County Commission during its monthly meeting on Oct. 10. Johnson spoke to the Commission at the June meeting and expressed that the county had a “critical need” for an operating juvenile detention center. At the October meeting, Johnson provided an update on how […] The post Marengo County Commission hears juvenile detention center update appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Obituary: Broughton Wilkinson Rogers
Broughton Wilkinson Rogers, a Demopolis native and community advocate, died peacefully Oct. 13 surrounded by family at Whitfield Regional Hospital in Demopolis. He would have turned 75 on Nov. 25. Visitation with the family is 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 18, at Kirk Funeral Home on Highway 80 in Demopolis. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. […] The post Obituary: Broughton Wilkinson Rogers appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Circuit Judge honored with 2023 Judicial Award of Merit
On Oct.12, judges and attorneys from across Alabama gathered at the Coplin Building in Demopolis to celebrate the Hon. Circuit Judge Eddie Hardaway, Jr. Hardaway was awarded with the Judicial Award of Merit. This award is presented to a judge who is not retired, whether state or federal court, trial or appellate, and is determined […] The post Circuit Judge honored with 2023 Judicial Award of Merit appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Parole hearing for Marengo County inmate held on Oct. 17
A parole hearing for Marengo County inmate Jeremy Dion Griffin is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 17. Griffin has convictions in Marengo County and Hale County. Griffin is serving time for two 2022 convictions and is incarcerated in the Elmore Correctional Facility in Elmore County. Griffin has, so far, served one year and eleven months for […] The post Parole hearing for Marengo County inmate held on Oct. 17 appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis Superintendent receives Outstanding Administrator in Literacy award
Demopolis Superintendent Tony Willis recently received the Outstanding Administrator in Literacy award from the Alabama Literacy Association (ALA) at its recent fall conference. The ALA is an active group that is part of the International Literacy Association where they recognize a teacher of the year and they recognize a new teacher who is in their […] The post Demopolis Superintendent receives Outstanding Administrator in Literacy award appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Sweet Water Bulldogs win 1A region title with victory over Keith
By James Jones, The Selma-Times Journal The third-ranked Sweet Water Bulldogs won the Region 3, Class 1A title with a 27-7 victory over Keith on Friday night at J.V. Caldwell Memorial Stadium. The Bulldogs (6-1, 5-0) already defeated Linden earlier this month, owning the head-to-head tiebreaker. “The goal is to win, always win the Region […] The post Sweet Water Bulldogs win 1A region title with victory over Keith appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Marengo Panthers defeat R.C. Hatch 26-16
The Marengo Panthers won their Oct. 13 game against the R.C. Hatch 26-16. The win was a much needed one as prior to their Oct. 6 open date, the Panthers had dropped three in a row. On the defensive side of the ball, Michael James had three tackles with one for a loss. Devonte Tucker […] The post Marengo Panthers defeat R.C. Hatch 26-16 appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Demopolis gets big win over Jemison 48-14
The Demopolis Tigers were fired up last Friday and wasted very little time in outscoring the visiting Jemison Panthers 48-14. The Tigers scored the majority of their points in the second quarter, and Jemison got the final touchdown of the game in the third quarter. “We’ve been practicing and we’ve gotten better every week. The […] The post Demopolis gets big win over Jemison 48-14 appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Simplified FAFSA application to launch in December
Every college student and parents of college students knows how much of a nightmare it can be to fill out a FAFSA application. FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid and determines a student’s eligibility for college-related financial assistance. The paper version of the FAFSA has over 100 questions, and the online version […] The post Simplified FAFSA application to launch in December appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
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