By Emma Greene
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Gardeners can grow their education and community through the Alabama Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program. Registration for the program’s fall training course is now open until June 30.
Who are Extension Master Gardener volunteers?
By Felicia Farnsworth
Community leaders, attorneys, and residents gathered recently to celebrate the grand opening of The Law Shop Alabama with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Union Springs.
The event marked the opening of a new law office founded by attorney Rachel Payton. Payton brings experience in business law, project management, and community development and has established her practice in Bullock County with a focus on serving entrepreneurs and small businesses.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Union Springs Police Department continued its efforts to maintain public safety throughout the city during the past week, responding to a variety of incidents and making several arrests.
According to the department's weekly activity report, Sgt. Cummings handled one incident/offense (I/O) report, while Officer Penn reported no incidents during the reporting period.
By Felicia Farnsworth
A tragic accident in a Bullock County work zone claimed the life of a longtime Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) employee on Thursday, May 28. According to ALDOT officials, Amad R. Jackson, 48, was performing routine maintenance duties along Alabama State Route 51 when he was struck by a dump truck. Jackson sustained critical injuries and later succumbed to those injuries.
Press Release
Union Springs — Today, Mayor Ronald “Llep” Smith announced the launch of the “NO MO” Campaign, a community-wide initiative aimed at reducing crime, increasing public safety, and restoring confidence throughout the City of Union Springs.
The message is simple: NO MO Crime. NO MO Fear. NO MO Silence.
Submitted by Gladys Leonard, Past Commander American Legion Post 2016
Members of American Legion Post 2016 welcomed the community during a Memorial Day weekend celebration filled with fellowship, remembrance, and service.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Despite a few rain showers, the May Day CommUNITY Fest held on Saturday, May 30, proved to be a successful day filled with fun, laughter, fellowship, and awareness.
For nearly three years, Janessa has patiently waited for a family of her own at the Bullock County Humane Society. Janessa arrived at the shelter on June 23, 2023, and has now spent 1,070 days living in a kennel through no fault of her own. While she shares space with her sister, Jada, shelter staff say Janessa longs for a loving home where she can finally enjoy the life every dog deserves.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Official results from the May 19 election have determined winners in several Bullock County races, while other contests will advance to runoff elections after no candidate received the required majority of votes.
In the race for Bullock County Commissioner District 2, Curtis E. Pritchett led the field with 879 votes. Joseph “Joe” Jernigan followed with 498 votes, while James “Al” Scott received 441 votes. Eugene Faulk earned 399 votes, and Robert “RC” Huffman finished with 331 votes.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Donald Attwood Brewer, III pleaded guilty on Monday, May 11, in connection with a 2024 arson investigation involving a Bullock County residence.
Brewer pleaded guilty to two Class B felonies, second-degree arson and second-degree domestic violence. He received a 20-year split sentence and must serve at least three years in state prison before becoming eligible for probation.
