By Willie Spears
Scripture: “Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear.” - Philippians 2:12 “But Rehoboam rejected the advice the elders gave him and consulted the young men who had grown up with him and were serving him.” - 1 Kings 12:8
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), as a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, locked in $3 million for the City of Union Springs in the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. This congressionally directed spending would enable the Union Springs Board of Utilities to fund substantial improvements for its water system.
Staff Reports
Union Springs Elementary School kicked off its annual Positive Behavior Intervention and Support program with a parade. The school was decorated in the county-wide colors of black and gold, with balloons welcoming students at the front door.
Leo lives away from the shelter with four other shelter dogs and they receive very little attention and time out of their kennels or in the public eye. This very sweet boy loves getting out of his kennel to take in all the smells and run around! He is so ready to have a place to call home, where he can be spoiled and loved for the rest of his life! Leo is neutered and up-to-date on his shots, including a one-year rabies vaccination, and he is on flea and heartworm prevention.
By Margaret B. Jones
The Bullock County Education Retirees/Support Personnel Association (BCER/SPA) has been busy all summer. A planning meeting was held on Wednesday, June 12, to organize the calendar of events for the school year 2024-25. On Thursday, July 18, Burnice P. Lowe and Margaret B. Jones attended the Annual District 7 Meeting, held at the Eastmont Baptist Church in Montgomery.
By David Ford
My, my, my,
They made me
fly so high,
So high I could touch the sky,
And I waved at the passers-by.
- The Power of a Penny
Why I’m a sneaker head:
Staff reports
It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of Joe C. Harris, a cherished member of the Bullock County Extension Office family. Though a man of few words, his impact was profound and far-reaching. Mr. Harris served as a 4-H Assistant Agent, dedicating his efforts to the growth and development of our youth across local public and private schools.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Graduates of Union Springs Elementary School’s 2023-24 Kindergarten classes taught by Ms. Andrea Surles and Mrs. Adams-King, illustrated and published their very own book entitled, Who’s on the Farm?
In the book, the children tell readers about what animals are on the farm. Each entry is illustrated with the student’s idea of what the animal looks like. The little authors and illustrators also autographed the back of the book.
By Felicia Farnsworth
In recognition of National Dog Day, which was Monday, August 26, the following is a little bit about our beloved Bird Dog Statue.
By Faye Gaston
Faye Gaston of Union Springs announced the induction of her brother Rendall Eugene Barfoot and wife, Neva Lee (Hicks), of Dothan into the Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame for being married 65 years or more. The 2024 Induction and Awards Ceremony was held on August 11 in the Marriott Conference Center in Prattville to accommodate the 85 inductees in five categories and the large crowd of their friends and families.
