The Demopolis Times

05/28/2025

“The summer break can be challenging for families when children are at home and spending increases because children and youth are not in school and receiving benefits,” said Alabama DHR Commissioner Nancy Buckner. “This additional money will help families across the state make it through summer break while also encouraging healthy and nutritious eating."

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) in partnership with the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) plans to distribute Alabama SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) benefits to eligible children this summer, as part of a new federal program. Alabama SUN Bucks will provide a ...

05/28/2025

“We are proud to work with United Cerebral Palsy of West Alabama on this very important initiative. Our employees are ready to welcome these students to the hospital with open arms. We know these students will be a blessing to our employees and patients. "

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The Whitfield Foundation is proud to announce its collaboration with United Cerebral Palsy of West Alabama to host the JET Program (job exploration and training) at Whitfield Regional Hospital that kicks off on June 2. This initiative provides individuals with special needs with real-world work expe...

05/28/2025

Looking for a fun, low cost activity for the kids that doesn’t involve screen time? How about fishing? On Thursday, June 10, from 8:00 a.m. to noon, Marengo County 4-H and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host “Let’s Get Fishy” day camp for kids ages six to fourteen.

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Looking for a fun, low cost activity for the kids that doesn’t involve screen time? How about fishing? On Thursday, June 10, from 8:00 a.m. to noon, Marengo County 4-H and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host “Let’s Get Fishy” day camp for kids ages six to fourteen. The event is free o...

05/28/2025

The meeting is intended to inform the community about the impact of federal cuts and tariffs on Marengo County. Elected officials and community leaders will also be speaking.

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Representatives AJ McCampbell and Thomas Jackson, along with Senator Bobby Singleton, are inviting you to attend a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, May 29 5:30 PM at Marengo County Economic Development Authority – 2400 E. Coats Ave., Linden. The meeting is intended to inform the community about the ...

05/28/2025

"ASHS will be the second of the state’s four residential specialty high schools that Brasfield & Gorrie has built. Its work on the Alabama School of Cyber Technology & Engineering (ASCTE), which opened in the 2022-23 school year, received professional honors and wide public praise."

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Trustees for the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Foundation have chosen Birmingham-based Brasfield & Gorrie as general contractor and construction manager to build the specialized 10-acre campus that will teach, train and house high school students from throughout the state. The Demopolis camp...

05/23/2025

Potential for storms over the weekend.

Stay informed on the upcoming storms in Alabama this weekend. Expect rainfall, potential flooding, and severe weather risks from May 23-25.

05/23/2025

Ticks spread disease. Always check for them after being outside a while.

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. With many sunny days ahead of us, now is the perfect time to brush up on how to protect yourself from ticks. Learn how to lower your risk and remove a tick at alabamapublichealth.gov/tick/index.html.

05/23/2025

05/23/2025

05/23/2025

“Cookouts and outdoor grilling can be a great way to spend time with friends and family, but they do present potential risks,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA. “Over Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer, we want everyone to be aware of where and when grilling fires tend to happen, along with steps they can take to help prevent them.”

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From the National Fire Protection Association® For many of us, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, when many people dust off their grills to celebrate the holiday and prepare for outdoor cooking in the warmer months ahead. As they do, the National Fire Protection Association....

05/23/2025

“We in Alabama’s 7th Congressional District are blessed to have so many outstanding young artists!” said Rep. Sewell. “Once again, I was completely amazed by all 45 submissions, and I am so proud of every student who participated this year.”

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U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell announced that Victoria Hardin, a 9th grader at Hillcrest High School, was awarded first place in the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Alabama’s 7th Congressional District. Rep. Sewell made the announcement during a virtual ceremony celebrating the 45 entries submitted...

05/20/2025

"...now therefore be it resolved that the members of the Demopolis City Board of Education are forever indebted to you, and bestow this honor to Mr. Kerby upon the completion of his ten years of dedication to the children of Demopolis and surrounding areas.”

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Monday, May 19 arrived as the last official Demopolis Board of Education meeting for Olen Kerby, who completed his second consecutive five-year term as a board member. Board Chairman Harris Hurst read a proclamation from the board regarding Mr. Kerby: “…Whereas Mr. Kerby has demonstrated outstan...