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Visitation set for Friday for civil rights leader Jo Ann Bland, with bridge crossing on March 4

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Visitation set for Friday for civil rights leader Jo Ann Bland, with bridge crossing on March 4

Updated Mar 16, 2026

Funeral arrangements have been announced for civil rights leader Jo Ann Bland, who passed away on Thursday.

Selma and the nation remember Jo Ann Bland, civil rights leader who died Thursday

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Selma and the nation remember Jo Ann Bland, civil rights leader who died Thursday

Updated Mar 16, 2026

Those who knew and loved civil rights leader Jo Ann Bland of Selma have been sharing outpourings of messages after her death on Thursday after a long illness.

Obituary: Sam Omar of Demopolis

Feb 11, 2026

In Loving Memory of Sam Omar

Demopolis High to close early Friday for funeral of junior Hunter Howell

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Demopolis High to close early Friday for funeral of junior Hunter Howell

Updated Feb 10, 2026

Demopolis High School is closing early on Friday for the funeral of junior Hunter Bowen Howell who died in a car crash on Jan. 31.

Faith, trust, action meet at powerful homegoing service for youth mentor Mark Myles

Updated Feb 3, 2026

“I don't know if anyone has any ill feelings toward the young man that shot Mark. Don't. Forgive, forgive, forgive, forgive, forgive, forgive. And, let it go.”

Funeral set for Saturday for community leader Mark Myles

Updated Jan 27, 2026

The Selma community will celebrate the life of Selma community leader Mark Myles at a funeral service on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Selma High's gym.

Selma celebrates the life of foot soldier Lynda Lowery

Updated Jan 1, 2026

On Dec. 24, 2025, Selma lost another of its giants. A gentle giant.

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Civil Rights Foot Soldier Lynda Blackmon Lowery passes away

Updated Jan 1, 2026

One of Selma's most renowned foot soldiers has passed away.

Obituary: Brian Emanuel Dozier

Nov 13, 2025

Mr. Brian Emanuel Dozier of Valley Grande, AL passed on October 18, 2025. He was born on December 22, 1982 to Rev. Dr. Bruce O. Dozier Sr. and the late Mrs. Catherine Bell Dozier. Brian’s graveside service was conducted on October 25, 2025 by Aubrey Larkin’s Lewis Brothers. Rev. Dr. Bruce O.…

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Obituary: David Lee Lane

Oct 15, 2025

David Lee Lane, 55, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on October 8, 2025. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Elmer Lee and Melba Frakes Lane; his maternal grandparents, Ralph Eugene Swain and Anna Lee Bolton Stockwell; his uncle, Rhondal Lane; and his aunt, Linda (Jo)…

Wilcox Progressive Era owner Glenda Curl passes away

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Wilcox Progressive Era owner Glenda Curl passes away

Updated Sep 18, 2025

Glenda Williams Curl, owner of Wilcox Progressive Era and resident of Camden, passed away on Sept. 3 at the age of 88.

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Meckele Levi Mares

Aug 29, 2025

Meckele “Mickey” Levi Mares, 82, of Seale, AL passed away on August 24, 2025. Services will be held at a later date.

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Lloyd Cecil Frey

Aug 29, 2025

Lloyd Cecil Frey, 77, of Phenix City, AL died peacefully at his home surrounded by loving family on Thursday, August 28, 2025, while under the care of Gentiva Hospice.

Tony Tim Kyser

Aug 29, 2025

Tony Kyser, age 67, a resident of Jack, AL died Tuesday, August 26, 2025. A private family service will be held at a later date.

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Pinkie Mae Morrow

Aug 29, 2025

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Sister Pinkie Mae Morrow,84, of Demopolis, Alabama.

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Dreama Sneed

Aug 29, 2025

SNEED, Ms. Dreama, a resident of Columbus, GA, passed August 28, 2025, at her home.

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Alice Ruth William Vance

Aug 29, 2025

Ms. Alice Ruth Williams Vance, 91, a former resident of Tuskegee, AL. passed Tuesday August 26, 2025 in Opelika, AL.

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Bonnie Carol Kirkham

Aug 29, 2025

Bonnie Carol Kirkham age 88 of Demopolis, AL died August 26, 2025 at Sonrise Assisted Living in Demopolis, AL.

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Margaret Crum

Aug 29, 2025

Ms. Margaret Crum, 61, of Selma, AL passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025.

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Daniel John Klug

Aug 29, 2025

Daniel John Klug age 71, a boilermaker, of Satsuma, AL died August 21, 2025. He was born February 27, 1954 in Foley, AL to Roland John and Martha Cile Falls Klug.

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William Watts, Sr.

Aug 29, 2025

Mr. William Watts, 83, of Sardis, AL passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025.

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James Carlton Toole

Aug 29, 2025

James Carlton Toole, Jr., a resident of Clayton, Alabama, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, August 22, 2025, in Port St. Joe, Florida. He was 54 years old.