By Felicia Farnsworth
The summer of 2023 was a particularly special one for the Jordan-Walker family as they celebrated their 50th family Reunion in Las Vegas, Nevada. With the first and second generations watching from the heavens, the third, fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh generations enjoyed themselves as they were reacquainted with loved ones from all walks of life.
Union Springs Elementary School announced the winners of the 2nd Annual Multiplication Bowl that took place on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 in the school’s cafeteria/ auditorium. First Place winner: Michael Todd; 2nd Place winner: Samuel Gomez; Third Place winner: Ahmaad Peebles. “Thanks to Mr. Andrews and the entire team that made it possible. A big congratulations to all of the student participants. A job well done!! The expectation of academic achievement has been set and there is much more to follow,” stated a staff member on the school’s Facebook page.
Congratulations to Alexis Larkins, a Senior at Conecuh Springs Christian School, for receiving a scholarship from the Bullock County Longbeards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. Her father, Don Larkins, wrote this on his facebook page,”I never would have imagined our Spring outings to call a Gobbler up would have resulted in a college scholarship. Congratulations to my baby and thank you to the Bullock County Longbeards chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation.”
By Dr. Frank Merritt
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Psalms 139:14
By Felicia Farnsworth
This year's Annual Cruising to Clothe a Child Car Show was originally set to take place on Saturday, but due to the wet weather that ensued, it was moved to Sunday, March 10, 2024 from 1 until 4 p.m. The weather cooperated and in turn several car show patrons, including myself, went home with a slight sunburn.
The Conecuh Springs Christian School National Honor Society recently held a Hoops for Heart event to raise money and awareness for the American Heart Association. Students competed in several basketball contests including a three point shootout, knock-out contest and a layup race. Elementary, Middle and High School competitions were held. Winners of the events are pictured.
By Jeffery Moore
Did you know we have heirs’ property right here in Bullock County? It's an important topic for many families, especially families with ancestral land that has been passed down for generations. Heirs' property refers to land jointly owned by family members of a deceased individual, where there was no will, a will not properly prepared, or probated.
Meet “Trinity,” our smallest and youngest available kitty for adoption! Trinity has not been with us too long, but she has been spayed, has gotten her rabies vaccine and first set of three FVRCP shots. Trinity has a striking resemblance to the African Black Footed Cat, a tiny yet mighty hunter with beautiful markings. While she does like the prowl, she is not a wild beast and would be best suited to a home, where she could have some supervised outside playtime and a soft bed to curl up in at night.
Friends of Representative Anthony Daniels pictured at the Victory Celebration held for Daniels at the Train Station in Montgomery, AL, on election night. Pictured left to right are Dr. Gary Coleman, Kim Adams Graham, Commissioner Solomon Marlow, Kala Dennis, Joseph Shepherd, Tiffany Dubose, Danny Jackson, Amanda Woodgett, and Rep. Anthony Daniels.
