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Selma resident graduates from AUM
Messia E. Ellis trusted her process and graduated from Auburn University-Montgomery last weekend. Ellis, a Selma resident, earned a psychology degree in two years and took classes online. She finished with a 3.83 grade point average GPA was 3.83 and graduated summa cum laude. She landed a scholarship to AUM. She was a member of […] The post Selma resident graduates from AUM appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Severe storms possible Thursday
Selma and Dallas County could see a round or two of severe weather Thursday, May 9, as a cold front is expected to push through Alabama by Friday afternoon. Matt Grantham, meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Birmingham, said a line of severe storms will be pushing through the state overnight Wednesday, May 8, […] The post Severe storms possible Thursday appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Opinion: We enjoyed Lunch at the Library
An Editorial Opinion by The Selma Times-Journal The Selma-Dallas County Public Library closed its annual “Lunch at Library Series” for the 2023-24 year on May 2. We were impressed with the unique mix of guest speakers executive director Becky Nichols produced twice a month on Thursdays at noon, ranging from an interior decorator to the […] The post Opinion: We enjoyed Lunch at the Library appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Duncan: Alabama No. 1 for endangered species
Alabama Audubon executive director Dr. Scot Duncan closed the Selma-Dallas County Public Library’s Lunch at the Library series for the 2023-24 season on Thursday. Duncan discussed his two books, “Southern Wonder: Alabama’s Surprising Biodiversity” and “Southern Rivers: Restoring America’s Freshwater Biodiversity.” “We have a lot to brag about in Alabama,” Duncan said. “We are fourth […] The post Duncan: Alabama No. 1 for endangered species appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma nurses will be honored Sunday; Dallas County Zetas sponsors
The Selma Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. will honor 35 nurses and healthcare workers on Sunday at the George P. Evans Building from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The event, presented by the Rho Eta chapter, is being sponsored by the Selma Fire Department, City of Selma, Gamma Alpha Alpha Zeta chapter of […] The post Selma nurses will be honored Sunday; Dallas County Zetas sponsors appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Keith, Southside, Dallas County advance to Central Regional
Keith High, Southside High and Dallas County punched their tickets to the regional softball tournament on Tuesday. The Lady Bears spanked Central-Hayneville 21-3 and R.C. Hatch 20-3 to repeat as area champions for the fourth straight year. Southside captured the Area 6, Class 3A title, sweeping Greensboro 17-0 and 17-2. Dallas County High and Selma […] The post Keith, Southside, Dallas County advance to Central Regional appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Smith, Sewell hold virtual discussion during National Small Business week
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Selma, opened National Small Business Week with a “Terri Talks” virtual discussion featuring Reflections Coffee Shoppe owner Jackie Smith. The virtual showcase was titled “Sipping on Success: The Story of Selma’s Award-Winning Small Business Owner Jackie Smith.” Smith discussed overcoming adversity to open her first coffee shop over a decade ago […] The post Smith, Sewell hold virtual discussion during National Small Business week appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
LIFT Ministries, Spirit of Luke working with Veteran of Foreign Wars
LIFT Ministries and the Spirit of Luke Foundation are partnering with the Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) for a community giveaway and health fair on Saturday at 299 Kingsbend Road. The program, “Reaching Out for Healthier Community,” is a giveaway and health fair from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Food, clothing, medical projects and hygiene […] The post LIFT Ministries, Spirit of Luke working with Veteran of Foreign Wars appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Crime victims recognized at ceremony
Families joined with local, state and federal officials to remember and raise awareness of crime victims in the Fourth Circuit Court District Saturday at the Selma Amphitheater for a National Crime Victims Week ceremony. Families of local crime victims set up tents around the amphitheater area decorated with photos, candles and memorabilia of their lost […] The post Crime victims recognized at ceremony appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Morgan Academy falls in AISA baseball regionals
Tenth-ranked Morgan Academy was the last Dallas County school left in the prep baseball playoffs. The Senators were swept by top-seeded Glenwood Academy in the AISA Class 3A best-of-3 quarterfinal series, losing 9-0 and 12-3 on April 25. The Senators finished the season 15-12 and ranked in the Alabama Sports Writers Association Top 10 poll. […] The post Morgan Academy falls in AISA baseball regionals appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
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