By Felicia Farnsworth
April marks Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the critical issue of child maltreatment and promoting efforts to protect vulnerable children. In Alabama, child abuse remains a pressing concern, with thousands of cases reported annually.
By Darlene McGaw
On your first or next visit to Washington, D.C., make sure your itinerary includes a visit to the Thurgood Marshall Center for Services and Heritage (1816 12th St NW). When you enter the building, the old YMCA, you will notice historical artifacts of the first African-American to serve on the Supreme Court, Justice Thurgood Marshall, but the best is yet to come.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Spring has officially arrived at the Union Springs Carnegie Public Library—with the joyful arrival of baby chicks! Librarian Beverly “Honey” Grant, along with library staff and volunteers, has been incubating nearly twenty eggs in a cozy setup on a small table in the library, welcoming the season in the sweetest way.
By Darius L. Cates
Staff Reports
Conecuh Springs Christian School was the proud host of the Alabama Christian Athletic Association Compound and Senior Genesis Archery Championship on Friday, April 11. The event brought together eleven schools from across the state to compete in a spirited display of skill and sportsmanship.
Ginger is a Husky mix, with one blue eye and one brown, who has been at the shelter for over a year and a half. She is great with other dogs at the shelter. We use her to see how other dogs do with being around another dog. Ginger enjoys getting to spend time out of her kennel and playing in the play yard with the other pups. She is heartworm negative, up to date on her shots, she is spayed, and currently on flea and heartworm prevention. She is an energetic, young girl who is in search of a happy life with a loving family or person.
MONTGOMERY - On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, ADOC K-9 was notified about a trespasser at Ventress Correctional Facility in Clayton, Ala. The team responded and tracked down suspect Terrence Whatley, a former ADOC inmate. The team also located and confiscated a pink duffle bag and a clear garbage bag containing packages of contraband. A total of 20 packages wrapped in black, green, and brown tape were recovered.
Bank47 is proud to unveil its new brand identity following its recent transition from LifeSteps Bank. As the first location, the Union Springs office has been the heart and soul of the organization, and the bank’s commitment to this community remains unwavering.
The name Bank47 was chosen with purpose—it reflects values of stability, direction, and completeness. These aren’t just ideas the bank admires—they’re principles it strives to live out every day in how it serves customers and the community.
By John McGowan, Vice Chairman of the Bullock County Alabama Democratic Conference
I felt it was crucial for our community to have a presence at the "Hands Off!" protest on the Alabama State Capitol steps this past Saturday, April 5, in Montgomery. I wasn't alone; a good number of us from Bullock County made the trip to Montgomery, joining hundreds of fellow Alabamians and people from all over the country who share our concerns about government overreach and the importance of individual liberties.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Angelica Byrd, owner of We Do Care, LLC, hosted a vibrant and successful Community Health Fair on Saturday, April 5, at the Bullock County Career Technical Center.
