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Movies will launch Jan. 13

Though theater manager Sharon Jackson hoped to host a test run Friday that would be open to the public, she said the grand opening will ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Thursday, December 29, 2011 7:42 pm

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A promise to cease annoyances

It’s that time of year again. It’s time for everyone to make a vow to improve as a person and make 2012 a better year ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Thursday, December 29, 2011 7:37 pm

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Barbecue sale to help with medical bills

In January, residents of Dallas and Chilton counties will have the opportunity to enjoy good food for a great cause during a barbecue fundraiser for ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Wednesday, December 28, 2011 7:36 pm

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Tax deadlines loom

Residents who have not paid their property taxes will have the opportunity to do so this week despite the New Year’s holiday. According to representatives of ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Wednesday, December 28, 2011 7:35 pm

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Officials welcome text ban

New recommendations that would outlaw non-emergency phone calls and texting by operators of every vehicle seem to be gaining support statewide, and locally. Tuesday, Federal accident ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Tuesday, December 27, 2011 8:00 pm

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Blood drive a chance to give back

Though Christmas has passed, the spirit of giving will be alive and well at the Selma-Dallas County YMCA Wednesday. The American Red Cross will host a ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Tuesday, December 27, 2011 7:58 pm

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Thru the Cross cooks Christmas dinners

The Christmas spirit was alive and well Saturday as Thru the Cross Evangelistic Ministries volunteers lined up for a chance to help the community. Pastor and ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Monday, December 26, 2011 6:27 pm

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Theater may start as soon as Friday

Hollywood and Selma could come together as early as Friday if everything goes according to plan. The city’s plans to convert the Larry D. Striplin Jr. ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Monday, December 26, 2011 6:22 pm

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DA’s office honored by state DHR

The Fourth Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office Child Support Division, in partnership with the Dallas County Department of Human Resources, recently received a statewide award ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Monday, December 26, 2011 6:21 pm

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Orrville church offers majesty

ORRVILLE — In the small town of Orrville, one church has a tradition of decorations that would draw envy from churches twice its size. Through the ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Saturday, December 24, 2011 1:59 pm

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Family blessed to be alive

By only a Christmas miracle, a Selma family survived more than 50 shots being fired into their Fox Hollow home Friday morning. According to the victim, ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Friday, December 23, 2011 8:14 pm

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NORAD keeps track of Santa

Long before Santa arrives at many houses, children and parents keep a close eye on the travels of his sleigh. With the help of volunteer NORAD ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Friday, December 23, 2011 8:05 pm

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Nativity scene pops up

Motorists heading north on Highway 22 through Valley Grande Thursday couldn’t help pulling a double-take as they passed Dave’s Market. The usual signs and advertisements that ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Thursday, December 22, 2011 8:55 pm

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Buck contest heating up

The first Big Buck Contest, sponsored by Rountree Outdoors and The Selma Times-Journal has already attracted a strong field of competition in the first ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Thursday, December 22, 2011 8:53 pm

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Ghost of Christmas blunders past

Christmas is almost here. You can feel the anticipation building in the air. Soon, families will be reunited, gifts will be exchanged and memories will ... Read more

by Rick Couch, Thursday, December 22, 2011 8:50 pm

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