By Esi Shannon
Scripture:
“For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps.” - 1 Peter 2:21
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Union Springs News
Laura Lee Putnam and Malia Lewis represented Conecuh Springs Christian School at HOBY at Troy University this last weekend! HOBY’s mission is to inspire and develop our global community of youth and volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, service, and innovation. Congratulations ladies! (Photo submitted)
By Felicia Farnsworth
Edwin Lewis and wife, Gwen have owned the Associated Grocers (AG) store and GEL Enterprises, for the last eight years and in that time they have given out over seventy scholarships to students who have worked for their company and have graduated from high school. Many have used the skills they were taught while working at A.G., to go on to become successful in their adult lives.
Odies “Red” Perry was presented by the Bullock County Commissioners with a recognition of retirement for his commitment of service and being a most trustworthy employee of Bullock County for thirty-one years during the Bullock County Commissioners Meeting on May 14, 2024. “I just want to thank everyone that has helped me and gave me advice throughout the thirty-one years I have been with the county. I especially want to thank Commissioner Perry for seeing something in me and giving me the push I needed to get started. I feel like I have done my bit.
Mr. Randolph Hall was recently reappointed as the Resident Director for Bullock County on the Board of Directors of the Choctawhatchee, Pea and Yellow Rivers Watershed Management Authority. Probate Judge James Tatum administered the Oath of Office February 5, 2025, at a ceremony held at the Bullock Court House. He has served on the board since September 2006.
By Felicia Farnsworth
As the school year comes to an end, not only will the seniors have their graduation day, but there’s big days for other Bullock County Schools students as promotions across the school district begin. The kindergarten classes will be promoted to the first grade and fourth graders will leave elementary school with their promotion to the fifth grade. Finally eighth graders will be promoted to the ninth grade starting high school in the fall.
By Felicia Farnsworth
Several older Bullock County residents were present to celebrate National Older Americans Day on Friday, May 10 at the Richard B. Stone Complex in Union Springs. The celebration was hosted by Bullock County Commission Chairman Alonza Ellis, Jr. with festivities beginning at 9:00 a.m. and continuing until 12:30 p.m. Lunch was provided by Associated Grocers to attendees.
By Morgan Brewer
Introducing, “Brollie and Beige,” two awesome boys that are looking for a home together. Both kitties have been neutered, are up to date on rabies/vaccines, and tested negative for FIV, FELV, and Heartworm. They are “house cats’’ that would be ok with occasional supervised trips to the yard. They are super sweet boys and will fit in nicely in a home with another kitty or even a non aggressive doggie.
A deeper look at what our society has become, I Testify Life is Forever, a new book by Curtis Malcolm Monroe Sr., has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. and is a collection of works from one Black man's experience growing up in the Deep South of Alabama. A powerful look into the Deep South Black community and racial tensions, Curtis Malcolm Monroe Sr. 's prose and verse provide a raw, real perspective on the state of America and the lack of liberty and justice for all.