By Gladys Leonard, Commander Post 2016, American Legion
In just three short weeks, we will celebrate Veterans Day on November 11. Veterans Day is a national holiday in the United States dedicated to honoring veterans and active military members. This year’s theme for Veterans Day 2024 is “A Legacy of Loyalty and Service.”
♥ Ace is a sweet young lady of just over a year old. She is dog-friendly, loves playing in the yard, and can be cat-tested. She is spayed, heartworm negative, up to date on shots, and she is on heartworm and flea prevention. Ace is great with children and has a sweet disposition. Who is ready to adopt this precious soul? If Ace is the pup for your family, please contact the Bullock County Humane Society by text/phone at 334-782-1952 or send us an email to [email protected].
By Commissioner John McGowan, Vice Chairman
The 64th Semi-Annual Alabama Democratic Conference (ADC), held at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel and Spa at the Convention Center from October 18-19, brought together Democratic leaders from across Alabama to strategize for the upcoming elections. Bullock County was well-represented, with attendees including myself, Dr. John Jernigan, Former Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford, Mary King, Vassie James, Lakeisha Jackson, Tracy Pritchett, and Kala Dennis.
Staff Reports
Recently, Conecuh Springs Christian School honored the grandparents of students in Kindergarten through sixth grade with a special breakfast, which was a success. Grandparents were invited to join their grandchildren for breakfast and to stay and join them in the chapel afterward.
Mrs. Harvey was my first-grade teacher. On the last day of school, she put a dollar on my desk. I know this does not sound like a big deal today, but in 1985 it was a big deal.
By Felicia Farnsworth
By Felicia Farnsworth
Navy Academy Alumni band together and cycle across Alabama to raise awareness of Veteran issues across the state. On Saturday, October 5, they began their 500-mile journey from Huntsville, Alabama to Gulf Shores, Alabama. Each morning before they begin their ride, they do twenty-two push-ups to highlight the many suicide prevention resources available to service members, Veterans, and their families.
Rod Cater of Alabama Power Cooperative presented a $2,500 grant check to Union Springs Mayor Roderick Clark for the installation of four fairway signs directing visitors to the Murals on Main. This project was made possible through a collaboration with the Bullock County Tourism Council, Midge Putnam, David Padgett, and Rob Cameron. Photo by Byron Heaird.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Union Springs Police and Bullock County Fire and Rescue were called to the scene of a stolen vehicle that crashed into a tree and exploded into flames, early Saturday morning, October 12.
By Felicia Farnsworth
The Bullock County Art Guild held their monthly meeting on October 3 at the Josephine Arts Center in Union Springs. The meeting began promptly at noon with Vice President Linda Reynolds calling it to order in lieu of President Philip Duvic’s absence. This meeting was attended by five of its members and guest, Union Springs’ Librarian Beverly “Honey” Grant.
