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Selmian returns, offers challenge

John Chance challenged all of the businesses in Selma to pick out five families in need and give them a holiday. On Tuesday he was ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Wednesday, November 24, 2010 5:43 pm

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300 expected for church dinner

Every year at Thanksgiving Water Avenue Baptist Church has seen the numbers grow for its free dinner. This year, Pastor Rod Rochester said, they expect ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Tuesday, November 23, 2010 11:53 pm

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City, Downtown keep up decorations

Bringing Christmas to Selma isn’t easy. Historic Preservation and Revitalization Coordinator Patty Sexton and the city’s Public Works Department can attest to that. Tuesday morning, ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Tuesday, November 23, 2010 11:51 pm

News

Convention center carries historic name

The Carl C. Morgan convention Center has many uses in Selma. The Center can seat up to 400 people and has been used for dinner ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Tuesday, November 23, 2010 11:10 pm

News

Blue Jean Ball brings in $26K for The Journey School

The spirit of giving was alive and well for Friday’s Blue Jean Ball. In the end, Journey School director Renee Alsobrook said, the benefit raised ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Monday, November 22, 2010 11:22 pm

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Volunteers’ hours, service honored

For many Selma seniors, retirement does not translate to taking it easy. Monday, volunteers for the Southwest Alabama Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, some who ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Monday, November 22, 2010 11:16 pm

Business

Shops see the ‘green’

Retailers in Selma were not getting the blues during “Green Saturday.” Quite the opposite. Read more

by Rick Couch, Saturday, November 20, 2010 11:49 pm

Education

Youth mark unity, give thanks

Students from Dallas County high schools gathered Friday morning to give thanks. Read more

by Rick Couch, Saturday, November 20, 2010 11:42 pm

News

Banquet to focus on membership, appreciation

Tonight’s annual membership banquet at the Slavery and Civil War Museum at 1410 Water Ave. in Selma is all about education and participation. The event, ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Friday, November 19, 2010 11:44 pm

News

Times-Journal issues can challenge

The Iron Bowl is now a week away and The Selma Times-Journal is issuing a challenge to the fan bases of the Alabama Crimson Tide ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Friday, November 19, 2010 1:45 am

Opinion

Remember not to be ‘that guy’

One week from tomorrow it will all be settled. Possibly the biggest event in the entire state will take place over a span of 3 ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Wednesday, November 17, 2010 11:05 pm

News

United Way ahead of schedule

If donations continue to roll in Selma and Dallas County United Way Executive Director Jeff Cothran said the 2010 fundraising campaign could be a smashing ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Wednesday, November 17, 2010 4:55 am

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Food the focus of Library lunch

This Thursday’s Lunch at the Library program will cater to appetites for literature and delicious meals, Selma-Dallas County Public Library director Becky Nichols said. The ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Monday, November 15, 2010 11:27 pm

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Building’s name changes over time

Sturdivant Hall, also known as the Watts-Parkman-Gillman Home, carries its name from several different Selma families. The home’s most current name is taken from the ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Monday, November 15, 2010 10:49 pm

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Tractors draw hundreds to Orrville

Several elements of the West Dallas Antique Tractor Show triggered memories for those in attendance Saturday. The machinery reminded some of a simpler time. So ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Saturday, November 13, 2010 11:51 pm

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