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Dallas County High valedictorian headed to marines
Courtney Farmer decided her career path six months before being named valedictorian at Dallas County High School. Farmer will enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps on Aug. 4. Farmer discussed her choosing military over college during the farewell address at Tuesday’s graduation ceremony at Martin Field in Plantersville. Li’Donna Woods was named salutatorian. Both had […] The post Dallas County High valedictorian headed to marines appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
First City of Selma Lupus Awareness Program takes place Friday
The First City of Selma Lupus Awareness Month Program will be held on Friday at 1 p.m. at City Hall. This event aims to support lupus survivors and make the disease-relevant in Selma and Dallas County. Selma Mayor James Perkins Jr. signed a proclamation declaring May Lupus Awareness Month and declared May 10 as World […] The post First City of Selma Lupus Awareness Program takes place Friday appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Caroline Thomas graduates from Auburn, South Datoka bound
Morgan Academy set the stage for Caroline Thomas to build her future career. Thomas earned a Bachelor of Science in agricultural business/economics degree on May 4, four years after graduating from Morgan Academy. At Morgan Academy, Thomas played basketball, volleyball and track and served on the Student Government Association. “Morgan Academy helped me gain leadership […] The post Caroline Thomas graduates from Auburn, South Datoka bound appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Southside valedictorian reaches goal
Four years ago, Jamiya Edwards set a goal to become valedictorian at Southside High School. Edwards’ dream came true Monday, leading the Southside Class of 2024. Forty-nine seniors received their diplomas at Panther Stadium. Daviyah Crawford-English was named salutatorian. Edwards, who will attend the University of Alabama, said she worked hard to achieve the goal. […] The post Southside valedictorian reaches goal appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma’s Asher HaVon wins the Voice
Asher HaVon made history Tuesday night by winning the Voice. The Selma native is the first Alabama person to win the show in its 13-year history, receiving a $100,000 prize and record contract during the two-hour season finale Tuesday. Voters determined the winner, which the 31-year-old HaVon prevailed over four finalists: Josh Sanders (second place), […] The post Selma’s Asher HaVon wins the Voice appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Howard earns master’s degree at Alabama State
Tiffany Howard took a fortuitous route toward landing a master’s degree at Alabama State University. Howard earned a master’s degree at ASU in social work and mental health on May 3. Howard, who finished with a 3.9 grade point average, published a journal article as the first author alongside her colleagues entitled “Navigating Adolescence: Addressing […] The post Howard earns master’s degree at Alabama State appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Ten seniors graduate from Ellwood Christian Academy
Ellwood Christian Academy had the smallest graduation class in Dallas County, but its 10 seniors packed a punch. Class valedictorian Christie La’Keshia Boswell and salutatorian Fredrick Daniel Wilson Jr. led a senior class filled with versatility. Boswell, who will attend Jacksonville State University in the fall, said she rose above negativity to finish as the […] The post Ten seniors graduate from Ellwood Christian Academy appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Plane crashes near Craig Motel
Updated 11:35 p.m. May 18 A man has been injured after his private plane crashed about two miles south of Selma several hundred yards off U.S. 80. The crash occurred just southwest of the Craig Motel, which is located about 2-3 miles east of the Edmund Pettus Bridge. Emergency workers had to reach the site […] The post Plane crashes near Craig Motel appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Meadowview Christian School celebrates senior class
Meadowview Christian School held its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2024 on Thursday night at Wasden Field. Ashton Lewis was chosen as class valedictorian and Mary Katherine Krumnow was selected as class salutatorian. Lewis, who will start at Wallace Community College-Selma before eventually transferring to either South Alabama or Troy, joins her older brother, […] The post Meadowview Christian School celebrates senior class appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma suspect surrenders to police
A Selma woman accused of murder turned herself in to police on May 10. According to Selma Assistant Police Chief Natasha Fowlkes, Taylor Thomas, 29, surrendered to law enforcement. Thomas is charged with shooting Titus Chaney and another woman at a house in the 100 block of Alabama Avenue last month. Thomas fled the scene, […] The post Selma suspect surrenders to police appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Committee: Sampson investigation may be completed next week
The Dallas County School Board could decide the fate of School Superintendent Anthony Sampson at its next board meeting May 23. To do that, the board’s special counsel must complete its interviews and deliver a report to the board. The investigation committee, which includes board members Mamie W. Solomon and William Minor, reported that the […] The post Committee: Sampson investigation may be completed next week appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma paved the way for Minter’s academic success
Selma provided the foundation for Gilley Minter’s future success. Minter recently earned a master’s degree at the University of Alabama in marriage and family therapy. She will soon receive a license in marriage and family therapy. “While the title only indicates families and couples, I plan to work as a therapist for individuals, couples, families, […] The post Selma paved the way for Minter’s academic success appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Graduation season in Dallas County gets started Thursday
Graduation season for the seven high schools in Dallas County officially gets underway on Thursday night with two ceremonies. Meadowview Christian School will have its graduation ceremony at 6 p.m. at Wadsen Field. Morgan Academy’s graduation will be held at 7:30 p.m. at its football stadium. Selma High School will have its graduation ceremony at […] The post Graduation season in Dallas County gets started Thursday appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
PHOTO GALLERY: Aurora seen over Dallas County
Residents from all around Selma and Dallas County got a chance to see the Northern Lights for the first time in their lives without having to leave their homes. A stronger than expected solar storm allowed the Aurora Borealis to be seen as far South as nearly the Alabama Gulf Coast. People looked to the […] The post PHOTO GALLERY: Aurora seen over Dallas County appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Selma man murdered at his home
A Selma man was killed last weekend at his home barbershop. According to the Selma Police Department, Kevin Wade Shark, 57, was shot to death at the 200 block of Cresthaven Court on May 11. According to the SPD, Shark was shot several times and pronounced dead at the scene by the time officers arrived […] The post Selma man murdered at his home appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Dubose wins Mother’s Day basket
Jan Dubose was the winner of the Mother’s Day gift basket given by The Selma Times-Journal during its Mother’s Day Giveaway. Businesses participating in the contest include our sponsor Dave’s Market along with Harrell’s Refrigeration Service, Carter Drug, Fuller Building Supply Co. and Flower Basket. Those businesses donated gift items to be included in the […] The post Dubose wins Mother’s Day basket appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Florida man arrested for sexual abuse in Dallas County
A Florida man was arrested last week for sexually abusing two juvenie girls in Selma. According to the Selma Police Department and state of Florida records, Adam William Hart, 30, had sexual intercourse with a 6 year old female and 15 year old female between June 18 and March 18, 2024. Hart had sex with […] The post Florida man arrested for sexual abuse in Dallas County appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Minter man arrested in Montgomery
A Minter man was arrested on May 8 by Montgomery Police Department for his alleged involvement in an April murder. Keehsar Henderson, 18, is charged with capital murder in the April 7 shooting death of Christopher Manuel 52. According to MPD, the fatal shooting occurred around 10:20 p.m. at the 4700 block of Mobile Highway. […] The post Minter man arrested in Montgomery appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Dallas County
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 5 a.m. Friday, May 10. The watch includes Dallas, Perry, Lowndes, Autauga, Chilton, Greene and Marengo counties. The main threats are for winds up to 70 mph and large hail. A tornado is also possible. The post Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Dallas County appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Dallas County man dies following shooting in Selmont
A Dallas County man died from injuries he received in a wild shootout at the Pine Glenn Subdivision of Selmont on May 4. According to the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, Chico Madison, 20, was killed during a drive-by shooting. After the shooting, suspects left a car and ran between the houses. By the time DSCO […] The post Dallas County man dies following shooting in Selmont appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
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