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Brent Maze: Fireworks galore here in Dallas County
The things that I always look forward to during the Independence Day holiday include cookouts and the fireworks shows. Maybe that’s why that Will Smith classic movie was so popular. Doesn’t matter how bad the plot was, all we wanted to see was Smith and company blowing up the alien ships, giving the fans a […] The post Brent Maze: Fireworks galore here in Dallas County appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma closes Water Avenue road through Friday for Independence Day Celebration
Water Avenue between Franklin Street and Mulberry Street has been closed through Friday, July 5 for the Independence Day Celebration and the Historic Downtown Street Fair. The Selma Police and Code Enforcement Departments are working with vendors to place equipment for the occasion, necessitating the road closure, said an announcement on social media.
Council for Leaders in Alabama schools honor Courtney Utsey
Selma City Schools Special Education Director Courtney Utsey was honored by the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) on June 27. Entering her 22nd year in the special education field, Utsey said she’s grateful to receive the award. “This year has been profoundly humbling due to professional recognition,” Utsey said. “I was honored to […] The post Council for Leaders in Alabama schools honor Courtney Utsey appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma hosts two day Independence Day Celebration
From the West Alabama Newsroom– — The city of Selma is preparing for a big two-day event downtown — to celebrate the country’s 248th birthday. The Stars and Stripes Independence Day celebration in downtown Selma — kicks off July 3rd — then continues July 4th.
Phase One of Amphitheater Parking Infrastructure Project announced by City of Selma
Phase One of the Amphitheater Parking Infrastructure Project is moving forward following the completion of the Riverbank Erosion - Selma 14 Project. According to the City of Selma's Facebook page, the asphalt has been laid and next is curbing, striping, and landscaping. "First envisioned in the 2008 Historic Riverfront Park...
Selma receives grant for Phase One of Riverfront Boardwalk Project
The City of Selma Office of Planning and Development has received an $800,000 grant from the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) for Phase One of the Riverfront Boardwalk Project. "The Riverfront Boardwalk Project is a significant initiative that aligns with the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) goals of improving non-motorized transportation...
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