Submitted By Mona Pritchett
Conecuh Springs Christian School is pleased to announce that its students and community members assembled forty shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child.
Thanks to the generosity of those who gave, these forty gifts will be delivered to children around the world. Each shoebox gift provides joy and an opportunity to share the message of Christ and the gift of eternal life with the recipients.
Meet Millie, a charming mixed-breed girl of about six years old who is as sweet as apple pie. She’s affectionate, playful, and carries herself with a relaxed, friendly demeanor around other dogs. Petite and full of personality, Millie is more than ready to be pampered and loved. What she wants most is a family to call her own.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Submitted by Carla Elston, County Extension Director, Bullock County
By Felicia Farnsworth
The First Baptist Church of Union Springs is celebrating another record-breaking year of generosity as Bullock County residents came together to support Operation Christmas Child, a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse that sends shoebox gifts to children in need across the globe.
This candid photo shows city crews installing Christmas lights along Prairie Street in downtown Union Springs. With the holidays quickly approaching, the Christmas spirit is already shining bright in town. Photo by Joyce Perrin.
Staff Reports
A tragic accident early Sunday morning, November 23, resulted in the death of a 21-year-old man from Union Springs. Around 5 a.m., Isaac Vail-Carreto lost his life after the 2011 Honda Accord he was driving veered off U.S. Highway 82 and collided with a tree.
The crash happened near mile marker 189, roughly 13 miles west of Union Springs in Bullock County. Vail-Carreto died at the scene from his injuries.
Submitted byJohn McGowan
Christian Leaders of USA, Inc. (CLOUSA) has announced its substantial support for humanitarian recovery efforts in Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa's severe impact. Demonstrating a dedicated commitment to global aid, CLOUSA has channelled a monetary contribution to the Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International, which is actively engaged in leading relief and rebuilding missions across the affected island nation.
Jasper is the cutest little nugget, a pocket pittie with a big heart who dreams of being someone’s one and only. This sweet one-year-old boy has been at the shelter since June 18, and he’s more than ready for a fresh start.
The Model Garden Club created the wreath for Veterans Day in honor of those men and women who have fought bravely and selflessly for our freedom. After the Veterans Day ceremony, it was brought to the memorial in front of the Bullock County Courthouse on Monday, November 11, 2025. Photo by Felicia Farnsworth.
