The Bullock County Department of Human Resources hosted a gathering of community partners on April 27 to commemorate National Child Abuse Prevention Month, observed each year in April.
The annual event underscores the importance of community members and organizations working together to keep children safe.
Alabama’s income guidelines for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (better known as WIC) have increased and additional people may qualify. If you are a woman who is pregnant, has had a baby within the past six months, or are currently breastfeeding; or if you are the parent or guardian of a child up to age 5, you are encouraged to contact your local county health department or WIC agency to apply.
The Alabama Community College System's (ACCS) top scholars from across the state were recently honored as members of the 2023 All-Alabama Academic Team during a recognition program.
Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) students Jammie Sanchez (Slocomb, AL) and Natalia Lara-Trejo (Union Springs, AL) were selected to the 2023 Team.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I believe we all have dealt with mental illness in one way or another. Mental illness is defined as health conditions involving changes in emotion, thinking, or behavior (or a combination of these).
Last May, I published a book titled David's Depression. In this work of realistic fiction, I dealt with the stereotypes or myths surrounding mental health.
An article on Orlando Health lists five myths about mental illness.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Saturday, April 22, 2023 was a beautiful day for a dedication. The weather cooperated and allowed the family of the late Bullock County Commissioner Fred Crawford to hold a dedication ceremony of County Road 52 to their patriarch.
By Debbie Rotton
The April meeting of the Chunnenuggee Garden Club was held on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at the home of member Kayren Pittman in Montgomery. Eight members were present, Kathy Blue, Faye Gaston, Sharon Capps, Diane Culpepper, Sadie Pugh, Barbara Cox Cathy Ellis and Kayren Pittman.
Union Springs has lost another popular restaurant. Church's Chicken closed their doors in March 2023 with no intention of renewing the lease.
By Kala R. Dennis
Over the last twenty-eight years, the Nat King Cole Society, Inc. (NKCS) has financially supported over approximately 500 young men and women to help further their educational Careers.
Hey y’all! My name is Oreo and I have been at the Bullock County Humane Society for a little over a year. I am well seasoned like steak on a grill! I love the humans at the humane society. They give me love, treats, and most importantly their time. I am a 3 year old southern-bell with spunk and a sense of humor. I’m spayed and up to date on all of my shots. My only downfall being they say I’m heartworm positive. Please don’t let that stop you from wanting to have me as a part of your family! I am great with kids and other animals.
Willie Spears
I can’t do this for fifty more years.
I delivered the eulogy for my Great Aunt Neter Mae Wheeler. She lived for 94 years.
