By Felicia Farnsworth
May is recognized nationwide as Older Americans Month, and each year, Bullock County Commission Chairman Alonza Ellis, Jr. honors the community’s senior citizens with a special program designed for their benefit. This year’s event, themed “Powered by Connection,” was held on May 9 at the Richard B. Stone Complex in Union Springs.
Submitted by Margaret Jones
The Bullock County Education Retirees Support Personnel Association began the year on February 12 by conducting a Black History Reflection Moment. Famous Black Americans who made major contributions, brought about tremendous changes in equality were highlighted. February is also Heart Awareness Month; details on Heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases were provided. The meeting ended with a Black Heritage Meal, provided by members.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Union Springs Carnegie Library has a variety of engaging summer programs planned for the community. Beginning Tuesday, May 20, the Color Your World summer reading program kicks off, offering fun activities for all ages. Participants can enjoy arts and crafts, musical chairs, Bingo, weekly prizes, reading challenges, awards, and more.
By Sean Dees, Superintendent Bullock County Schools
As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure the responsible, safe, and sustainable use of public school facilities, Bullock County Schools is updating its policy regarding the use of school buildings and grounds by outside organizations. These changes are designed to enhance accountability, maintain facility quality, and better align with best practices across the state.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Chunnenuggee Garden Club recently gathered at the site of their historic gardens, originally organized as the Chunnenuggee Ridge Horticultural Society on March 6, 1847, along Peachburg Road. On a beautiful day perfectly suited for the occasion, club members recently enjoyed one of their signature summer getaway meetings amidst the natural charm of this significant location.
Shelby is an extremely loving, sweet, and submissive pup who is waiting for her forever home. She’s up to date on all of her shots, including her rabies vaccine, and is currently receiving flea and heartworm prevention. She is heartworm positive, so she is available for foster-to-adopt in order to be treated for the heartworms. If you would be interested in fostering-to-adopt Shelby, please contact the Bullock County Humane Society at 334-672-5463 by phone or text.
The Bullock County Schools nutrition teams have once again demonstrated excellence during the recent quarterly health inspections. Union Springs Elementary School and South Highlands Middle School each received a score of 98, while Bullock County High School earned an outstanding score of 99. These high marks reflect the hard work, professionalism, and commitment of the nutrition staff, who take great pride in providing students with safe, clean, and nutritious meals every day.
Bullock County High School - Class of 2025
By Felicia Farnsworth
Bullock County High School proudly announces its 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian—Zandarious Lee and Zakhya Swanson—both of whom have made history as the first in their families to earn these prestigious honors.
Zandarious Lee: Valedictorian
