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Wood tapped for Wildlife Federation president
Tim R. Wood was recently installed as president of the Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) at the organization’s Annual Meeting on August 9. Wood has served on the AWF Board of Directors since 2012 and brings to AWF a commitment to conservation of Alabama’s wildlife and related natural resources and outdoor pursuits. “Tim has been an […] The post Wood tapped for Wildlife Federation president appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Fall armyworm outbreaks impacts Alabama producers
By Justin Miller Alabama Cooperative Extension Fall armyworms are plaguing pastures and hayfields in many areas of Alabama. These pests can quickly invade and destroy a stand of healthy forages in a manner of hours. This makes scouting extremely important for producers to be able to treat infestations early before too much damage occurs. The […] The post Fall armyworm outbreaks impacts Alabama producers appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Attorney General serves search warrants, restraining orders against ‘gambling’ facilities
Law enforcement officials with Attorney General Steve Marshall and the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department executed search warrants and temporary restraining orders at bingo halls in Selma on Monday. According to a press release from Marshall’s office, the temporary restraining orders (TRO) had been obtained against five alleged “illegal gambling facilities” in Selma. Pursuant to the TROs, […] The post Attorney General serves search warrants, restraining orders against ‘gambling’ facilities appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Commission enters into contract with local workforce program
The Dallas County Commission has approved a work-site agreement with the Governor’s Local Workforce Areas and Sirius Workforce, LLC. This agreement will allow the county to hire workers participating in the program at no cost to the county while providing program participants with invaluable workplace experience and training. The plan, which was recommended by Dallas […] The post Commission enters into contract with local workforce program appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma-Dallas County United Way working toward next year
By Staff Reports The Selma Times-Journal The 2024-2025 United Way Campaign is in full swing. United Way supports 15 local agencies and 2 direct service programs Doc On The Spot and 211 and HealthLink prescription drug service. During the past two years, United Way in conjunction with the Long Term Recovery Group worked to provide […] The post Selma-Dallas County United Way working toward next year appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
ALEA: drive responsibly, arrive safely this school year
Schools across the state are back in session, meaning heavier traffic and busier morning commutes. This school year, ALEA is urging parents, teen drivers and citizens of all ages to join the Agency’s “Roadway to Success” campaign and drive responsibly and arrive safely. ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said, “We encourage everyone to take action by […] The post ALEA: drive responsibly, arrive safely this school year appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
State introduces process to remove non-citizens from voting rolls
Secretary of State Allen announced Tuesday that he has identified 3,251 individuals who are registered to vote in Alabama who have been issued non-citizen identification numbers by the Department of Homeland Security. The Secretary announced today that he is instructing the Boards of Registrars in all 67 counties to immediately inactivate and initiate steps necessary […] The post State introduces process to remove non-citizens from voting rolls appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
More than 11,000 lose power during severe thunderstorm, schools closed Monday
A severe thunderstorm has caused widespread damage in Dallas County and knocked out more than 11,000 power customers in Dallas County. The damage has forced all public schools in Dallas County to close on Monday. Selma City Schools Superintendent Dr. Zickeyous Byrd issued the following statement, “Due to the widespread outages and downed trees in […] The post More than 11,000 lose power during severe thunderstorm, schools closed Monday appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Tickets available for SDCHPS salad luncheon
Salad will be main attraction at the Selma-Dallas County Historic Preservation Society (SDCHPS) annual salad luncheon on Wednesday, August 21 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church. Candi Duncan, treasurer for SDCHPS, said the event, which is their main fundraiser for the year, will feature just about any kind of salad you’d […] The post Tickets available for SDCHPS salad luncheon appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Copper stolen: Fairground building targeted during theft
Two Dallas County men are in jail now after being accused of stealing more than $10,000 in copper from the Lions Club fairgrounds building over the past week. Dallas County Sheriff Mike Granthum said the two suspects were identified as Randall Murphy, 46, of Valley Grande and MacCorey Norwood, 45, of Selma, who were arrested […] The post Copper stolen: Fairground building targeted during theft appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Jobless rates hold steady for July
By Staff Reports The Selma Times-Journal Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Friday that Alabama’s labor force participation rate for July held steady at 57.5% while Selma’s unemployment rate remained virtually unchanged. Major cities with the lowest unemployment rates are: Vestavia Hills at 2.2%, Trussville and Hoover at 2.3%, and Alabaster, Homewood, and […] The post Jobless rates hold steady for July appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Educational Briefs
SAINTS VIRTUAL ACADEMY HOLD OPEN HOUSE Saints Virtual Academy and Alternative Learning Center’s Orientation and Open House was held on Monday. During the orientation, people will receive your course schedule, learn how to navigate the virtual platform and meet SVA’s faculty. ALLEN SPEAKS TO SELMA SCHOOL BOARD Krystal Allen, founder, and CEO of K Allen […] The post Educational Briefs appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR: August 17-23
This week • The Selma/Dallas county Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet at the public library at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20. All caregivers and other interested persons are encouraged to attend. • The Selma-Dallas County Historic Preservation Society will have a salad luncheon on August 21 at 11 a.m. at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church located […] The post COMMUNITY CALENDAR: August 17-23 appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma QB Club announces big speaker schedule
The Selma Quarterback Club announced its 2024 list of Monday evening guest speakers. Events are scheduled on Mondays at the George P. Evans Building at 6 p.m. The lineup features some big names in college football, including Auburn athletic director John Cohen, former Ole Miss coach David Cutcliffe, SEC writer and CBS analyst Tony Barnhart […] The post Selma QB Club announces big speaker schedule appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Sara Lee Beaver
August 12, 2024 Sarah Lee Beaver, 94, of Selma died Monday, August 12, 2024 at Vaughan Regional Medical Center. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, August 24, 2024, at noon at Phillips Grove Baptist Church in Valley Grade with the Rev. Kirk Ellison Sr officiating. Burial will follow in Serenity Garden. She is survived by […] The post Sara Lee Beaver appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Infant Kenzaia A. Coleman
August 14, 2024 Infant Kenzaia A. Coleman of Orrville passed Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Graveside service will be held Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 1 p.m. from Lorenzo Harrison Memorial Gardens, Selma. Randall Miler Funeral Service and Crematory directing. The post Infant Kenzaia A. Coleman appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
James ‘Tate’ Roscoe
August 9, 2024 Mr. James “Tate” Roscoe of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, formerly of Marion Junction, passed August 9, 2024 Services are incomplete at this time. Randall Miller Funeral Service and Crematory directing. The post James ‘Tate’ Roscoe appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Lillie Johnson
August 15, 2024 Mrs. Lillie Johnson of Selma passed Thursday, August 15, 2024. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 2 p.m. from Miller Funeral Service Chapel (608 St. Phillips St.) Selma. Randall Miller Funeral Service and Crematory directing. The post Lillie Johnson appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Sarah J. ‘Madea’ King
August 3, 2024 Mrs. Sarah J. “Madea” King of Marion Junction passed Saturday, August 3, 2024. Funeral services were held Saturday August 17, 2024 at 1 p.m. from New Morning Star Baptist Church, Marion Junction, with burial in Morning Star Church Cemetery, Marion Junction. Randall Miller Funeral Service and Crematory directing. The post Sarah J. ‘Madea’ King appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Alvin Henderson
August 6, 2024 Mr. Alvin Henderson of Selma passed Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 11 a.m. from House of Prayer Christian Church, 215 Selmont Avenue, Selma, with burial in Lorenzo Harrison Memorial Gardens, Selma. Randall Miller Funeral Service and Crematory directing. The post Alvin Henderson appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
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