Union Springs News

By Felicia Farnsworth

Do you know someone aged 60 or older who would enjoy a relaxing day of fishing while taking in the beauty of nature? The Annual Bullock County Senior Citizen Fishing Derby, presented by Camo Kids, is the perfect opportunity!

This year’s event will take place this Saturday, September 13, at the scenic Wehle Nature Center, located at 4819 Pleasant Hill Road, Midway. The gates will open at 7:00 a.m., and fishing begins at 8:00 a.m. The weather is expected to be perfect for a day outdoors.

By Felicia Farnsworth

By Felicia Farnsworth

The Union Springs Police Department had an eventful week, responding to multiple incidents and making progress on several cases.

According to Chief Johnny L. Potts III, officers handled a range of calls and investigations throughout the week. Chief Potts himself responded to one private property accident and completed an incident/offense report for assault in the third degree.

As part of Alabama’s Operation We Remember campaign—a powerful statewide initiative honoring veterans lost to suicide—the Honor Our Veterans Committee of America 250 Alabama is proud to join this important effort. Operation We Remember includes participants from colleges, high schools, community groups, and civic organizations across the state. Each participant will display 139 American flags, representing the Alabama veterans who tragically died by suicide in 2023.

The Bullock County Soil and Water Conservation District recently hosted a quarterly training for the Area IV District Administrative Coordinators at the Bullock County Business Center.

The coordinators represented Bullock, Coosa, Dallas, Lee, Macon, Perry, and Tallapoosa counties. Jay Moorer, owner of the Union Springs Home Center, presented a very informative presentation on garden and soil preparation.

Staff Reports

The Union Springs Police Department reported an active week, handling multiple complaints, arrests, and traffic-related matters.

According to Chief Johnny L. Potts III, the department received several walk-in complaints, three of which he personally addressed. Lieutenant Lewis took four internal operations complaint reports during the week.

By Felicia Farnsworth

Bullock County High School recently welcomed the “Be Pro, Be Proud” Alabama Mobile Workshop to its campus, offering students a hands-on look at high-demand career opportunities. The $3 million mobile unit, housed inside a state-of-the-art semi-truck, was available to both the high school and South Highlands Middle School from August 11 through August 14. Students in grades 8 through 12 were able to participate in this unique experience.

By Felicia Farnsworth

The Cornerstone Community in Fitzpatrick/Bullock County, Alabama, recently hosted the “Stop the Violence 9A” Rally at the Cornerstone Recreation Center. The event, organized by Cardell Obrian and Naziree Murray, took place on Saturday, August 16, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The rally aimed to raise awareness about the impact of violence and promote peace within the community. Attendees enjoyed free food, drinks, and music while coming together for an important cause.

By Felicia Farnsworth

“Counties Really Matter” was the theme for the 97th Annual Association of County Commissions of Alabama (ACCA) Convention, held Tuesday, August 19, through Thursday, August 21, at the Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach, Alabama.

By Felicia Farnsworth

The Bullock County Distinguished Young Women (DYW) program celebrated the accomplishments of six outstanding high school seniors during its annual scholarship competition, held on August 16 at the historic Red Door Theater in Union Springs. The event highlighted the participants’ talents, intelligence, and leadership as they competed for scholarships and the opportunity to represent the county at the state level.