Submitted by Sean “SG” Gallagher
Littering in Alabama is considered a criminal offense, and fines can be as high as $3,000 or 100 hours of community service picking up litter along roadways, according to the Code of Alabama Section 13A-7-29. However, is a threat of a fine or community service really necessary if we just consider the consequences of our actions?
Submitted by Edgar Massingale
Alabama - Origins of a Freedmen Sanctuary
By Jeffery L. Moore
Kudzu is an invasive vine and is notorious for its rapid growth, a foot a day. Kudzu is also native to East Asia and is related to the regions of China, Japan, and Korea. Kudzu was first introduced to the United States in 1876 at the official World’s Fair held at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. However, at this time, Kudzu was promoted as an ornamental vine for its sweet-smelling flowers and as an ornamental shading plant during the 1930s and 1950s.
The very thing women are counting on to protect them — feminism — is undermining what feminism purports to want: good men.
Carrie Gress, Phd.
By Barbara McLaurine
The Bullock County Historical Society will meet July 12 at 2 p.m. at the Business Center on Conecuh. The citizens of Bullock County are encouraged to attend. Vice-President Dean Spratlan will present a program on the history of what was once the local National Guard. Former members are invited to attend.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Bullock County Sheriff's Department is warning residents to be on alert after scammers began targeting Bullock County citizens by impersonating Sheriff Raymond Rodgers.
According to the Sheriff's Department, scammers have been calling residents while pretending to be the Sheriff or a Clerk of Court. During the calls, victims are falsely told they missed a scheduled court appearance or jury duty and must immediately pay a certain amount of money or face arrest.
By Barbara McLaurine
At the June 23 County Commission meeting, the Bullock County Historical Society requested patriotic decoration for the exterior of the courthouse for the 250th Anniversary Celebration.
Chairman Alonza Ellis explained that the funds the county had received were donated to the City, so no county funds were available for the decorations. The commission discussed the possibility of using private donations, with the Historical Society ordering the supplies needed.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Churches from across Bullock County joined together on Saturday, June 27, for the “One Love” Day of Witnessing, a countywide outreach event dedicated to sharing the Gospel and encouraging unity throughout the community.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Summer is proving to be both educational and exciting for students participating in the Summer Enrichment Camp, where learning and laughter are combining to create lasting memories.
For nearly 16 months, Chance has been patiently waiting for someone to give him the forever home he deserves. After spending 474 days at the Bullock County Humane Society, shelter staff and volunteers hope this friendly brindle mix will finally find the loving family he has been waiting for.
