The following arrests were reported with the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department between Oct. 21st and Oct. 25th. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Lamont Brenona Farris, 50, arrested Oct 21, court order, no bond. Adam Joell Bruno, 29, arrested Oct. 22, hindering prosecution second degree, $ 3,000 bond.  […] The post Arrest reports for Oct. 30 appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.

A Wilcox County woman is facing charges — after a shooting incident involving a child — at an elementary school in Pine Hill. The shooting happened Tuesday afternoon at F.S. Ervin Elementary School. Authorities say a 5 year old student who was left in a vehicle unattended got...

Just as the grass grows in city parks, so has the dispute between Selma Mayor James Perkins Jr. and landscaper Lemarkus Snow. Snow has cut grass and cleaned up city property around Selma for several years, either as a volunteer or as a contractor paid by a city councilperson. Snow, who is as handy with his smartphone as he is with a lawnmower, often posts videos or pictures of his finished work on public property, sometimes with a dig at city workers for letting it get so shaggy.

The Footsoldiers Park administrative suites and a political organization known as The Institute for Common Power embarked on a new journey together in Downtown Selma. Both businesses including city officials and community members gathered around the entrance of The Selma Times-Journal Building, marking the area as their brand-new home. While the Footsoldiers Park aligns with […] The post Two Businesses make Downtown Selma their home  appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.

About a dozen Foot Soldiers joined U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell and other dignitaries for the ribbon cutting of the administrative offices of Foot Soldiers Park and Common Power on Water Avenue on Oct. 28. The offices will occupy the first two floors of the former Selma Times-Journal building at 1018...

The Selma Post Office recently delivered a message of hope and support to members of its team touched by cancer. The post office on Alabama Avenue was decorated in pink for the celebration. A cupcake spread was designed as a ribbon. Smiles covered the room. It was apparent that this team was close knit. Staff members shared their stories.

It’s a tradition each year. Action 8 Chief Meteorologist Shane Butler helped open the Central Alabama Fair in Selma!. The fair is put on by the Selma Lions Club. It is in its 68th year. You can find rides, games, fair food and entertainment. “We’re just so excited,” Selma...

The Selma COA Food Pantry embarks on its 10th anniversary, giving back to the community by serving non-perishable food items. This year, at the food pantry, located at 700 J.L. Chestnut Blvd., received food items such as salmon, chicken, cheese and a variety of vegetables during their annual food drive Friday. The items collected are […] The post Selma COA Food Pantry Marks 10 years, actively feeding the needs of the community  appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.

A few spots could see some sprinkles or a brief light shower today, as well as Wednesday evening. Rain chances are less than twenty percent for any given location. Most areas will have a dry Halloween tomorrow, as we climb into the middle 80s during the afternoon. Some rain and even a thundershower could occur in West Alabama Thursday, primarily west and northwest of Selma. Temperatures will fall through the 70s for trick-or-treating tomorrow evening.

I believe paying city employees a livable wage and fully staffing city departments is the right thing to do, and it is the best management strategy for getting things done in Selma. I believe outsourcing jobs to contractors is a bad idea for Selma. On this issue, I have been consistent, and, when necessary, passionate because I am convinced that under the current economic and cultural conditions within Selma, outsourcing jobs hurts the city and hurts families.

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Leaders of the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles called on lawmakers Tuesday to consider funding the expansion of an inmate rehabilitation program, a program that, among its around 300 graduates, has so far eliminated recidivism. “We’re close to 300 graduates so far, and of the...

Early Monday, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Selma, announced to the faculty and staff of Selma University and its community members about the new funding received from the National Park Service. The university will receive $750,000 to help with the continued revitalization of Foster Hall.  “Historic preservation is all about ensuring that the rich legacies of […] The post National Park Service allots $750k for Foster Hall Restoration  appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.

The Photographic Nights of Selma Festival is back again for its fifth year, showcasing a plethora of artwork through photography. The international celebration founded by civil rights activist Jo Anne Bland and her co-founder Stephanie Kossmann who is also a renowned photographer calls for other photographers, art enthusiasts and global visitors of all backgrounds and […] The post Photographic Nights of Selma Embarks Upon Fifth Anniversary appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.

A medieval war will be waged in Perry County over the first weekend of November. Reenactors will gather at Dalwhinnie Fields off County Road 58 Nov. 1 through Nov. 3 to determine if an imaginary kingdom can be formed at the Perry County site. The “battle” will be waged at the authentic Medieval village built by Joe Farley, better known as Lex, and his business partner Daniel McElroy.

Selma Pop-up Wellness clinics will take place at two locations in November. "The pop-up wellness clinic is focused on one goal: making good health simple," says an advertisement for the events. "With this clinic, Live HealthSmart Alabama brings comprehensive health screenings—at no cost—to your community." Attendants can be...

The City of Marion was recently awarded a grant from the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (PIN) to create several water treatment and utility jobs. The grant was awarded as a result of a partnership with Alabama Power, Georgia Southern University, the University of Alabama, and the City of Eastman, GA in addition to PIN.

The Black Belt may one day also be known as the Bird Belt. A Black Belt Birding Trail runs across the state and lists 32 sites across 11 counties. The state’s eight birding trails are a joint project of the Alabama Tourism Department, the University of Alabama Center for Economic Development, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and Alabama Audubon.