Union Springs News

Although he is not from this county or state, Retired Chief Petty Officer David Goggins is the only person to ever complete US Army Ranger School, US Air Force Tactical Control Party Training, and US Navy Seal Training. Individually, each of these training programs are nearly impossible to complete. He not only completed the training, but served honorably, completing numerous combat missions in each capacity. David Goggins is an American hero and we may never know the true extent of all he has done for our country.

A group of novice hunters will gather this weekend at Wehle Nature Center, a beautiful public piece of property supported by Alabama’s Forever Wild Land Trust and managed by the State Lands Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR).

Located in Bullock County, this weekend will include a three-day “Learn to Hunt Experience” designed to promote quail hunting and teach participants about the crucial role hunting plays in conservation.

By Sarah Livingstone

Scripture:

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”  - Romans 12:2

“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” - 1 Peter 2:9

By Kala R. Dennis

In the heart of Union Springs, Alabama, the Red Door Theatre recently became the stage for an extraordinary production that transcended the conventional narrative of Black history. Titled "Black History Started Before Slavery," this captivating stage play and musical took audiences on a profound journey through time and across continents, illuminating the rich tapestry of Black Heritage and resilience.

By Felicia Farnsworth

On the evening of Thursday, February 8, 2024 at approximately 4:52 p.m. a single vehicle over-corrected and crashed into a tree directly in front of the Union Springs Telephone Company.

Union Springs Police Department responded quickly to the call as well as Haynes Ambulance, however the driver refused medical treatment, the driver was presumed to be in good health, although a little shaken up.

By Felicia Farnsworth

Bullock County Humane Society board member, Megan Foose, has created a sanctuary for the kitties at the shelter in the form of what she calls a “Catio.” Foose’s “Labor of Love” started just before Christmas and was completed and opened on January 30, 2024. The “Catio” is for any shelter cat who has been spayed or neutered, is up to date on all of their vaccines, and has received their rabies vaccination.

Taylor Construction and Roofing was seen replacing the awning of the Union Springs Library on Friday, February 9, 2024. The Union Springs Library and the Eufaula Library are the oldest, still operating, Carnegie Libraries in the state of Alabama. (Photo by Felicia Farnsworth)

Danja is our featured kitty of the week! Danja is a year and a half old, has been spayed and up to date on shots and rabies. She is one of three sisters and while she is a lovely brown tabby, her sisters Deborah and Dahlia are tortoiseshell and black. If you’re looking for a single kitty, or maybe a group of three, these girls are extremely affectionate and will come find you for their pets and rubs.

This is a photo of the updated Voting Precincts for Bullock County. Precinct 1-Fitzpatrick Volunteer Fire Department, Precinct  2- Cornerstone Recreation Center, Precinct 3-  Richard B. Stone Complex, Precinct 4- Old Merritt School, Precinct 5- Almeria Club House, Precinct 6- Perote Voting Building, Precinct 7- Walton Chapel Methodist Church, and Precinct 8- Union Springs Recreation Center.  (Photo by Barbara McLaurine)

The window of the Union Springs Pharmacy in downtown Union Springs has been decorated by the Chunnenuggee Garden Club to welcome folks to the annual Bird Dog Field Trials.  It is the annual custom for the club to decorate this window as part of the project of the local Tourism Council to have windows decorated downtown for the big annual event of the Field Trials.