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City of Selma, ALDOT work on Riverfront project
The City of Selma’s Office of Planning and Development is working with the Alabama Department of Transportation to start Phase One of the Riverfront Boardwalk Project. The Riverfront Boardwalk Project, valued at $800,000, is a significant initiative that aligns with the Transportation Alternatives Program’s goals of improving non-motorized transportation infrastructure with the ultimate objective of […] The post City of Selma, ALDOT work on Riverfront project appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
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.
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 native graduates from UAB medical school
The University of Alabama-Birmingham laid the foundation for Dr. Kenneth Davis’ future success. Davis, a Selma native, graduated from the UAB Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine in the spring. Davis was placed into diagnostic radiology, a five-year residency program. He will intern at HCA Healthcare at Gainesville/North Florida for a transitional year. The next […] The post Selma native graduates from UAB medical school appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
UMC Church on Broad Street to close its doors
A historic church in Selma will be closing its doors because of declining membership. At the annual meeting of the Alabama-West Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church on June 17, officials announced Memorial United Methodist Church on Broad Street in Selma will soon close. “These are things we do every year,” Head of the […] The post UMC Church on Broad Street to close its doors appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Lachavious Simmons motivating Selma kids, that they ‘can make it’ too
Lachavious Simmons always wanted to come back home to Selma and do a football camp after getting into the NFL. Saturday fulfilled that dream for Simmons as he hosted the Lachavious Simmons football camp at Selma’s Memorial Stadium. A person who played a key role in that dream was Michael Johnson, a Dallas County High […] The post Lachavious Simmons motivating Selma kids, that they ‘can make it’ too appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Dallas County suspect charged for assault in Montgomery
On Thursday, the Montgomery Police Department arrested a suspect accused of attempted murder in Dallas County. Jamarcus Hall, 21, is charged with first-degree assault for a shooting that took place on June 12 at the 600 block of Clinton Street in Montgomery. Hall was taken into custody on June 25. Hall is currently in the […] The post Dallas County suspect charged for assault in Montgomery appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Nominations now open for Best of Selma
The Selma Times-Journal has launched the nomination period for The Best of Selma 2024 contest. Right now, nominations are being accepted on www.selmatimesjournal.com/contests from now through July 17. Publisher Brent Maze is asking local readers and businesses to submit their nominations for the 100 categories to help determine who will appear on the ballots for […] The post Nominations now open for Best of Selma appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Coming Thursday: VFW Post 3016 Hosts Veteran Resource Fair
The Veteran Foreign Wars Post 3016 will be hosting a veterans resource fair on Thursday from 9 a.m. until noon at 299 Kingbends Road. Officials say the event is dedicated to assisting veterans with submitting claims to the Veterans Administration, signing up for healthcare and addressing unanswered questions within the veteran community. Over 150 veterans, […] The post Coming Thursday: VFW Post 3016 Hosts Veteran Resource Fair appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma Police Department investigating June 24 shooting
The Selma Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a teenage boy injured on June 24. According to Police Chief Kenta Fulford, SPD officers responded to a shooting at the 1600 block of St. Phillips Street in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon arrival, SPD officers made contact with a 17-year-old black man who […] The post Selma Police Department investigating June 24 shooting appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Former Selma High students compete in rural pre-medical program
Two former Selma High School graduates recently earned Tuscaloosa Rural Pre-Medical Internships from the University of Alabama’s Community of Health Sciences Program. De’Von Benjamin and Valencia Bryant, members of Selma High’s Class of 2022, were chosen for the summer program for college students in pre-medical studies who are interested in rural primary care. Bryant was […] The post Former Selma High students compete in rural pre-medical program appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma man killed Sunday in shootout at Restaurant
A Selma man was killed Sunday morning during a shootout at American Deli restaurant. According to the Selma Police Department, JaMarcus Posey, 23, was killed around 2:45 a.m. Sunday at American Deli Restaurant. SPD officer said Posey was pronounced dead at Vaughan Regional Medical Center. Three other suspects involved in a shootout were treated for injuries […] The post Selma man killed Sunday in shootout at Restaurant appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma Housing Authority purchases Jim Minor Garden Homes
The Selma Housing Authority has taken over the management of Jim Minor Garden Homes. The SHA and Dallas County Commission, who own the property, reached a deal after months of discussion. “We are excited to announce the management of Jim Minor Garden Homes and are thrilled to serve our new tenants,” SHA executive director Kennard […] The post Selma Housing Authority purchases Jim Minor Garden Homes appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
PHOTO GALLERY: Welcome home parade for Asher HaVon
The City of Selma held a welcome home parade for Asher HaVon in downtown Selma. The parade began at City Hall and ended at the Selma Amphitheater. HaVon won season 25 of NBC’s “The Voice.” The post PHOTO GALLERY: Welcome home parade for Asher HaVon appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
VIDEO: Watch the Welcome Home Asher HaVon parade
The City of Selma hosted a welcome home parade for Asher HaVon, the Selma native who won the 25th season of NBC’s “The Voice.” The parade featured the Selma High School band and cheerleaders along with various groups and organizations. The parade was led off by City of Selma and Dallas County public servants, including […] The post VIDEO: Watch the Welcome Home Asher HaVon parade appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
PHOTO GALLERY: Asher HaVon of NBC’s The Voice holds meet-and-greet
Selma native Asher HaVon held a meet-and-greet at the Foot Soldiers Education Center and Reflections Coffee Shoppe. More than 200 residents greeted the Season 25 winner of NBC’s “The Voice” and took photos with the hometown singer as he is preparing for a parade and concert this evening. A parade is scheduled for 6 p.m. […] The post PHOTO GALLERY: Asher HaVon of NBC’s The Voice holds meet-and-greet appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma man arrested in Atmore
The Atmore Police Department arrested a Selma man on a theft charge on June 20. Derrick Harris, 45, was charged with first-degree theft by deception, according to Public Information Officer Sgt. Darrell McMann. McCann said the arrest stems after APD officers were contacted by a local business concerning multiple orders of tires totaling several thousand […] The post Selma man arrested in Atmore appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma City Schools announce job openings in District
Selma City Schools announced it has several job openings to fill before the 2024-25 school year begins. Dr. Ozella Ford, SCS chief of school innovations, student supports and human resources, said the school system wants qualified and experienced people to fill those jobs. “The Selma City School District is looking for highly effective applicants to […] The post Selma City Schools announce job openings in District appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
ADECA to hold public meeting at WCCS
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs will hold a public hearing on June 25 from 10 a.m. to noon at Wallace Community College-Selma about federal grant funds on last year’s tornado damage. According to ADECA director Kenneth Boswell, the purpose of the meeting in the Hank Sanders building is to seek input and […] The post ADECA to hold public meeting at WCCS appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Opinion: Jazz on the Grazz was strong as usual
Jazz on the Grazz just completed its 13th season in Selma last weekend. The event is held every June and sponsored by former Selma City Councilwoman Angela Benjamin and the Coalition for Concerned Families. We always appreciate the blood, sweat and tears that Benjamin pours into this concert series year in and year out. Benjamin […] The post Opinion: Jazz on the Grazz was strong as usual appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
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