By Barbara McLaurine
The Bullock County Historical Society (BCHS) will hold its quarterly meeting on July 12 at 2 p.m. at the Bullock County Business Center, 104 Conecuh Avenue East. Citizens are encouraged to attend, become members, and participate in the preservation of our culture and historical assets.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Union Springs City Council met Monday, June 15, at 6 p.m., following a public hearing regarding a request to rezone property on South Martin Luther King Boulevard for Johnson Memorial Funeral Home.
The Bullock County Humane Society is hoping to find a loving forever home for Gabby, a friendly shepherd mix with a heart as sweet as a cupcake.
By Barbara McLaurine
In recognition of America’s 250th anniversary on July 4, Dr. William Sauser, minister at the Union Springs Presbyterian Church, delivered his Sunday Patriotic sermon dressed in period clothing, portraying a Carolina Scot-Irish Presbyterian minister who served in the Volunteer Colonial Militia.
Dr. Sauser noted that many Presbyterian ministers joined the fight for independence, serving alongside others as soldiers during the Revolutionary War.
By Jeffery Moore
Tomato vegetables are one of the favorite crops for home gardens. I have received numerous phone calls on the following problems related to tomato production: Blossom End Rot( BER), Verticillium Wilt, and Fusarium Wilt, the three bad boys!
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Bullock County Sheriff's Department is investigating an early morning burglary at the Dollar General in Midway after three suspects reportedly stole a safe containing an undisclosed amount of cash.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast was held on Monday, June 8, 2026, rather than on the first Monday of the month due to the federal holiday. The monthly gathering took place from 7 to 7:50 a.m. at Great Hope United in Christ Church in Midway, where Rev. Dr. Michael O. King and his wife, Thawaina King, served as hosts.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Union Springs Police Department continued its efforts to maintain public safety throughout the city during the past week, with officers responding to accidents, serving warrants, and conducting traffic enforcement.
According to the department's weekly activity report, Sgt. Cummings had no incidents to report during the week.
Cpl. Gary Lewis served one warrant and handled one incident/offense (I/O) report.
This week’s Pet of the Week is Bussie, a sweet and resilient pit mix who is hoping to find a loving family to call her own. Bussie arrived at the Bullock County Humane Society on Dec. 17, 2025, with a case of mange. Thanks to proper care and treatment, she has made a remarkable recovery and is now mange-free. Her beautiful tan and black coat has grown back, and shelter staff says she is healthier and happier than ever.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Job seekers from across the area had the opportunity to connect with employers and educational institutions during the Bullock County Department of Human Resources' Job Fair held on Wednesday, June 3, at the Bullock County Career Technical Center.
