By Felicia Farnsworth
Bullock County seniors will have an opportunity to enjoy a day of fishing, fellowship, and the outdoors during the Annual Bullock County Senior Citizen Fishing Derby on Saturday, September 12.
The event will be held at the Wehle Nature Center, located at 4819 Pleasant Hill Road in Midway, and will coincide with National Grandparents Weekend.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, is National Dog Day, a day set aside to celebrate the special place dogs hold in the lives of people while also bringing attention to dogs that are still waiting for loving homes.
Adoptions have been slow at the Bullock County Humane Society, and as a rural shelter, the organization does not receive a lot of foot traffic. However, one handsome shelter resident is hoping to change that.
Tuffy, a 5-year-old dog, has been waiting for his forever home since arriving at the shelter as a stray on September 1, 2025. The Humane Society is inviting potential adopters to visit Tuffy and the other animals at the shelter who are all in need of loving homes.
Montgomery – Governor Kay Ivey on August 25 announced the activation of a statewide notification system to more quickly alert the public in the event of floods and other disasters. The action follows the governor’s January 13 State of the State address during which she revealed $1.2 million in funding had been set aside to launch the new emergency notification system this year.
By Jeffery Moore
Now is a good time to start preparing your site for a fall home garden. This includes site preparation such as a container garden, raised beds, or a conventional garden, and soil testing. However, some people may say it is a little too late for soil testing for a fall garden; that is right, but it is on time for spring home garden preparation.
By Felicia Farnsworth
With school back in session, a local statistic highlights an ongoing challenge for families across Bullock County: hundreds of children live in homes without an internet subscription.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Union Springs Police Department continues to work to keep the community safe. The department recently released its activity report for the past week, along with information regarding a burglary at a local business.
By Felicia Farnsworth
A roof fire at Wayne-Sanderson Farms was quickly contained Friday afternoon, August 14, thanks to the prompt actions of contractors and plant personnel.
The Union Springs Fire Department received a 911 call at approximately 1:43 p.m. reporting a fire on the roof of the Wayne-Sanderson Farms facility. Contractors with Roof Technology Partners, along with Wayne-Sanderson Farms personnel, were able to contain the fire within minutes of it occurring.
By Felicia Farnsworth
In the early morning hours of Saturday, August 15, a structure fire on the corner of Hardaway and Cooper Streets brought emergency responders to the scene.
A 911 call was received at approximately 5:38 a.m. reporting the fire. The Union Springs Fire Department, Fitzpatrick Volunteer Fire Department, and Union Springs Police Department responded to the emergency.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Ka’Shaad Hurt’s annual back-to-school giveaway was once again a success, bringing families together for a day of support, fellowship and fun.
The event was held Saturday, August 15, at the home of Sam and B.J. Benton. Chairman John McGowan, spokesperson for the event, opened the program with a greeting. Ms. Crystal Johnson then led attendees in song, followed by an opening prayer from Deacon Al Scott.
