News Release
For FY25, the Mid-South RC&D Council recently awarded $110,258.39 across ten different organizations to support projects that improve the quality of life for the county. On Wednesday, October 14, Senator Billy Beasley, Representative Berry Forte, and Mid-South RC&D visited with representatives of the recipient organizations to learn about how these projects have positively impacted lives.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Conecuh Springs Christian School held its annual Fall Festival on Thursday, October 23, to raise funds for the 2026 senior class trip. The event brought together students, parents, and community members for an evening of fun and fellowship.
By Felicia Farnsworth
As the federal government shutdown drags on, residents of Bullock County reliant on SNAP benefits face growing uncertainty. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has warned that it will not tap into its contingency funds to continue issuing regular SNAP payments during this lapse in funding. In more than 40 million households nationwide, benefits may be delayed or halted entirely if the impasse persists.
Submitted by Judge James E. Tatum
Elaine Tarver, Chief Clerk of the Bullock County Office of the Judge of Probate, recently attended a Tag Clerks Workshop hosted by Ingenuity, Inc. The event was held at the South Alabama Electric Cooperative in Troy, Alabama, and brought together clerks and licensing officials from across the state.
Diamond has been patiently waiting at the Bullock County Humane Society since June 28, 2022, and staff can’t understand why no one has chosen her yet. She’s such a loving and gentle girl!
This beautiful dog thrives on attention and affection, though she doesn’t get much of it at the shelter. Whenever volunteers visit, she lights up with excitement and joy. Unfortunately, volunteer visits are rare, but Diamond treasures every moment of human interaction. She truly has so much love to give.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Homecoming in Bullock County is unlike any other celebration. It’s not just an event for current students; it’s a true homecoming for alumni, their families, and friends who return year after year to reconnect and celebrate shared memories.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Staff Reports
A tragic single-vehicle accident early Saturday morning, October 18, claimed the life of a 29-year-old Midway man. According to reports, Kendarius D. Youngblood was driving a 1986 Chevrolet Caprice when the vehicle veered off Alabama Highway 239, struck a tree, and caught fire.
The crash occurred at approximately 2:57 a.m., near the 23-mile marker, about six miles south of Union Springs in Bullock County. Youngblood was pronounced dead at the scene.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Union Springs 911 dispatch received a call at approximately 3:45 a.m. on Friday, October 17, reporting an overturned 18-wheeler on Highway 82 East, traveling from Midway toward Union Springs. The incident caused traffic to be detoured onto Highway 51 before the two-lane highway and onto County Road 47 in Midway, closing roughly 10 miles of Highway 82 East.
