Heather Wright of Dallas County, Hunter Smith of Bullock County, Scott Poague of Elmore County and Jon Hegeman of Calhoun County were elected to the Alabama Farmers Federation State Greenhouse, Nursery & Sod Committee Aug. 6. Elections were held during the Federation’s 2026 Farm & Land Conference in Mobile. State commodity committee members help direct policy for the state’s largest farm organization, allocate research dollars and coordinate educational sessions for fellow farmers.
Submitted by Faye Gaston
Misty, a sweet six-year-old dog with an affectionate personality, is hoping to find a loving family to call her own through the Bullock County Humane Society.
Misty first came to the shelter as a stray on March 23, 2023. Sadly, she tested positive for heartworms. With assistance from the Stand Up For Pits Foundation, Inc., which provided an Angel Grant to help 11 dogs receive heartworm treatment, Misty was able to receive the care she needed and successfully beat the disease.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Union Springs and Bullock County have experienced a heartbreaking series of deaths attributed to gun violence in recent years. The community continues to mourn the loss of loved ones, with the most recent being Olajuwon Dixson, who was shot following an evening of celebration with his wife. Dixson was placed in intensive care following the shooting but died several days later from his injuries.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Union Springs Police Department continues its efforts to keep the peace and help maintain safety throughout the community. Officers handled several investigations, arrests, and citations during the latest reporting period.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Bullock County Art Guild met Thursday, August 6, at noon at the Josephine Event Center, with members Larry Stewart, Linda Reynolds, Walt Spratlan, Lynn Brantley, Sharon Harper, Joyce Perrin and Sheila Brooks in attendance. During the meeting, members continued making plans for their participation in the upcoming Pike Road Art Festival, scheduled for November 7, 2026.
The Bullock County Humane Society is hoping to find a loving forever home for Dutchess, a sweet, affectionate dog who has been waiting far too long for her chance at a family.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Women on Mission (WOM) gathered at the Josephine Art Center on Tuesday, August 2, for a special community service project designed to spread encouragement throughout the local community.
Eleven members came together to create, design, and paint “inspirational rocks” featuring Bible verses, words of encouragement, and small inspirational pictures. The finished rocks were then shared throughout the community with the hope of lifting the spirits of those who found them.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Despite one of the hottest heat waves South Alabama has experienced in years, more than 300 parents and students gathered for the Annual Youth Summit hosted by Children and Mentors Outdoors (CAMO), Unique Achievers, and Community at Large on Tuesday, July 28.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast was held on Monday, August 3, at Conecuh Springs Christian School (CSCS), bringing community members together for a morning of prayer, fellowship, and reflection. The theme for this month’s breakfast was, “May the Lord watch between you and me when we are absent one from another.” — Genesis 31:49, KJV.
