The Demopolis City Council has approved a budget for the next fiscal year of $17.5 million, an increase of almost 31% over the current budget.
Brad Fisher
Associate Publisher
The Demopolis City Council has approved a budget for the next fiscal year of $17.5 million, an increase of almost 31% over the current budget.
Associate Publisher
Associate Publisher
A distribution of 2,500 gallons of water will be held on Sunday in Marion.
Selma University and AT&T marked a major step toward closing the digital divide in Dallas County on Tuesday with a ribbon cutting for the new AT&T Connected Learning Center inside the Stone-Robinson Library on the Selma University campus.
The Montgomery Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting last week for The Evening Clinics, founded by former Selma doctor Olusunmisola Oyesiku. Dr. O has a background in working in Selma.
Each member of the Montgomery City Council must prove they live in the district they represent every April 1, councilors voted on Sept. 15.
J.F. Ingram State Technical College (ISTC), in partnership with the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles (ABPP), officially opened a new Workforce Training Facility Wednesday at the Perry Cou…
Demopolis City Schools Superintendent Dr. Adam Pugh addressed concerns Monday about mildew found in some classrooms at Demopolis High School, saying the district is working to determine what i…
Three Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the Black Belt were among others in Alabama to receive funding from the U.S. Department of Education under the direction of Presid…
The Demopolis City Council has approved a $17.5 million budget for the next fiscal year, an increase of almost 31% over the current budget.
The Selma Saints football machine just keeps on rolling. Friday's game was filled with thrills, fancy footwork and a whole lot of laying of the hands.
It's week five for high school football in the Black Belt.
There was plenty of fur and twisted metal littering the grass at Woody Clements Field Friday night after the Demopolis Tigers defeated the Holt Ironmen in a bruising game.
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The Montgomery Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting last week for The Evening Clinics, founded by former Selma doctor Olusunmisola Oyesiku. Dr. O has a background in working in Selma.
Craig Field Airport and Industrial Authority introduced Selma native James Thomas as its new executive director Tuesday afternoon, concluding a nationwide search that drew 23 applicants, including one from Hawaii.
The Montgomery Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting last week for The Evening Clinics, founded by former Selma doctor Olusunmisola Oyesiku.
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The historic St. James Hotel in downtown Selma reopened on Sept. 24 after being closed for over a year.
Selma University and AT&T marked a major step toward closing the digital divide in Dallas County on Tuesday with a ribbon cutting for the new AT&T Connected Learning Center inside the Stone-Robinson Library on the Selma University campus.
Demopolis City Schools Superintendent Dr. Adam Pugh addressed concerns Monday about mildew found in some classrooms at Demopolis High School, saying the district is working to determine what is causing excess moisture in the affected rooms.
Three Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the Black Belt were among others in Alabama to receive funding from the U.S. Department of Education under the direction of President Donald Trump.Â
Perennial Restaurant in Montgomery was named to The New York Times Restaurant List 2026 that recognized 50 "standout" eateries throughout the U.S.Â
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — In late September and early October, hummingbirds are expected to migrate through Alabama. Allyson Shabel, an Alabama Extension urban home horticulture regional agent at Alabama A&M University, offers tips for helping hummingbirds during their migration season.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Service is at the heart of the Alabama Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program. Through a network of Extension agents and trained volunteers, the program is an active partner across Alabama — devoting time and expertise to improving communities and helping resid…
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Alabama row crop farmers are facing sharply higher harvest expenses as diesel prices climb well above the levels used to build 2026 production budgets.
A deer management and herd health seminar will be held by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCN) in Livingston on Sept. 8.Â
With dove season opening Sept. 5, and deer bow season opening Oct. 15, hunters need to know about some changes to the way they purchase hunting licenses online.Â
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Across Selma, uncollected garbage is becoming more than an inconvenience.
I’ve heard the same thing, over and over, for as many years as I’ve lived here. At some point during a discussion about K-12 education in Alabama, someone will say something complimentary about a school’s performance, and someone else will feel moved to chime in: “Yeah, they’re doing well. F…
So if your commute just got a little longer in the past couple of weeks don’t be surprised, as buses and carpools are back on the road to carry students back for another year of school.
The father of Selma Mayor Johnny Moss III has passed away.
Lannie’s Bar-B-Que in Selma has announced the passing of owner Lula Hatcher.
Funeral arrangements have been announced for civil rights leader Jo Ann Bland, who passed aw…
Those who knew and loved civil rights leader Jo Ann Bland of Selma have been sharing outpour…
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Sample ballots for the Nov. 3 general election are now available at the Alabama Secretary of State website. Read moreWatch: Sample ballots now available for general election
Sample ballots for the Nov. 3 general election are now available at the Alabama Secretary of State website. Read moreSample ballots now available for Nov. 3 general election
Perry County voters going to the polls on Nov. 3 will see Donald Bennett Sr. as the Democratic option for the District 1 County Commission seat – not longtime incumbent Albert Turner Jr. Read moreWatch: Perry County ballot on Nov. 3 may surprise you
Perry County voters going to the polls on Nov. 3 will see Donald Bennett Sr. as the Democratic option for the District 1 County Commission seat – not longtime incumbent Albert Turner Jr. Read morePerry County ballot has Bennett's name as Democratic nominee for District 1 Commission
Albert Turner Jr. suffered another setback in his attempt to place his name on the ballot to keep his seat on the Perry County Commission.  Read moreMontgomery judge denies Turner’s injunction in Perry County Commission ballot dispute
WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands of protesters are rallying Friday on the National Mall in support of voting rights and racial justice ahead of the midterm elections, following a wave of changes to voting laws and redistricting that civil rights groups have condemned as detrimental to Black Americans. Read moreCivil rights groups make urgent plea for voting rights in DC, ahead of midterm elections
The Alabama Democratic Executive Committee has overturned the Perry County Commission District 1 seat in a hearing Friday, putting incumbent Albert Turner Jr. in as the winner instead of challenger Donald Bennett. Read moreAlabama Democratic Party committee overturns Perry County District 1 result naming Turner winner
The Alabama Democratic Party has set a contest hearing for Friday to again discuss the Perry County Commission District 1 primary election results. Read moreAlabama Democratic Party to hold another hearing Friday about Perry County Commission District 1 seat
WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures and State Rep. Rhett Marques are in a statistical tie in the race for Alabama’s newly redrawn 2nd Congressional District, according to new polling from the House Democratic campaign arm. Read moreNew Democratic poll shows Figures and Marques in dead heat for AL-2 seat
Democratic Rep. Shomari Figures will face a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump in his fight for reelection to an Alabama congressional seat the GOP redrew as part of a larger effort to help the party keep control of the U.S. House. Read moreWatch: Alabama primary election results
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