By Darron C. Hendley
The importance of field trials to Union Springs has been evident for nearly 100 years. Every year, sportsmen from every corner of the United States travel to our quaint little town to enjoy showing their beloved bird dogs in competition on some of the most beautiful quail habitats that can be found. Many bring their families and usually as many dogs and horses as they can haul.
By Felicia Farnsworth
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) secured $50,000 for the Bullock County Sheriff’s Department for the 2025 fiscal year through the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, as stated in a press release issued on August 28, 2024. Currently awaiting consideration by the full Senate, this congressionally directed spending would enable the Bullock County Sheriff's Department to purchase new patrol vehicles.
A handicap ramp made of USA Steel was installed at the Bullock County Courthouse on Friday, September 13. John Cochran with "Amramp" out of Montgomery and Birmingham, along with Patrick Lacey installed the system. Citizens frequenting the courthouse on Friday enjoyed trying out the new ramp. Photo courtesy of Barbara McLauraine.
This handsome pup is Smokey. He has been waiting a long time for his forever home. He is tired of living in a kennel and would love to be laying with you on a couch. Smokey is approximately 2.5 years old. He is dog friendly, very playful, and active. He is neutered, up to date on his shots including a one year rabies vaccination, and he is heartworm negative. Smokey is a big love bug!
By Kim Graham
Union Springs, Alabama, a small town nestled in the southeastern part of the state, has a rich history and culture. While it is best known for its connection to bird dogs and field trials, Union Springs has also quietly made its mark on the music world by being home to one of Motown’s greatest stars: Eddie Kendricks.
By T. Shepherd
Recently our library experienced the loss of two wonderful librarians, Mary Evelyn Parr, who served here for 31 years before the year 2000, and Frances Brown, who served our community for almost 20 years. We are now starting a new era with Beverly “Honey” Grant who has recently taken on the role of librarian.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Bullock County School District celebrated by shining a spotlight on the unsung heroes of their school district with Thankful Thursday on September 12, by awarding them Certificates of Appreciation. Those recipients were Mrs. LaTresha Rogers-Mims, the Information System Technology Assistant at Bullock County High School and Mr. Charles Baker, a Custodian at South Highlands Middle School.
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The Bullock County Soil and Water Conservation District recently presented an Ag Learning Station to Union Springs Elementary School, South Highlands Middle School, Conecuh Springs Christian School and the Union Springs Public Library. Each station included a tabletop bookshelf filled with nearly 30 books covering topics such as farming, gardening, pollinators, and more.
Lena and June have been in the care of the Humane Society for a very long time. Lena is a plump, mixed breed, beautiful girl who just wants to be loved, petted and give you her affection. She doesn’t get the attention she deserves, because she lives away from the shelter in another holding kennel offsite. June is a gorgeous girl, a hound dog, who has been waiting a long time for a forever home! Both girls get along well with other dogs, have been treated for fleas and heartworms, spayed, and are up to date on their shots including a one year rabies vaccination.
By Felicia Farnsworth
“Crime is at an all-time high in Union Springs,” stated Mayor Roderick Clark at the September 3 City Council meeting.” If you see something, say something. These are drastic times, enough is enough! As we see around the country, communities are being plagued with violence in schools as well as local neighborhoods. I plead with our local community to stand up against crime and violence for our youth, senior citizens, and the working class.”
