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Viewing “Selma” was powerful experience

At times, history and fate meet at a single time in a single place to shape a turning point in man’s unending search for freedom. Read more

by Justin Averette, Saturday, January 10, 2015 4:45 pm

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Paramount, Winfrey give gift with free film showing

Fast-forward to New Year’s Day when Winfrey and Paramount Pictures announced SELMA the movie will be screened for free at the Walton Theater starting Jan. ... Read more

by Justin Averette, Saturday, January 3, 2015 10:34 pm

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Selma will be shown for free at Walton

SELMA the movie will be shown for free at the Walton Theater in downtown Selma. Read more

by Justin Averette, Thursday, January 1, 2015 8:50 pm

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New Year is chance to teach Civil rights history

People from across the country gather in small Hayneville each August to honor Alabama Civil Rights martyr Jonathan Myrick Daniels. This summer will mark 50 years ... Read more

by Justin Averette, Saturday, December 27, 2014 6:30 pm

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An unexpected Christmas present from unlikely place

Saturday I received what will surely be one of the best Christmas presents of my life. That says a lot because I’ve been fortunate to ... Read more

by Justin Averette, Wednesday, December 24, 2014 10:58 am

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Bergeron hopes his roasted coffee will make a difference

Ryan Bergeron has something special brewing at the Arsenal Place Business Accelerator. The 30-year-old Selma native has opened a local coffee roaster called Revival Coffee ... Read more

by Justin Averette, Thursday, December 18, 2014 11:23 pm

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Bridge demonstration protests police shootings

A demonstration was held Saturday morning at the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge to protest police shootings across the country and closer to home. Read more

by Justin Averette, Saturday, December 13, 2014 6:44 pm

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Future fuel station is a big addition for Selma

I have a bad habitat of not filling up my truck, lawnmower and pretty much anything with an engine until the tank is bone dry. I’m ... Read more

by Justin Averette, Saturday, December 13, 2014 5:10 pm

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County clarifies indigent burial policy

The Dallas County Commission has clarified a new policy concerning indigent burials. Read more

by Justin Averette, Monday, December 8, 2014 9:15 pm

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Shelter is a blessing to those it serves

I was saddened this week to hear that Harriet’s House, a shelter in Demopolis for domestic violence victims has closed due to lack of funding. During ... Read more

by Justin Averette, Saturday, December 6, 2014 8:36 pm

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OSHA fines Selma auto parts supplier

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined Selma manufacturer Renosol. Read more

by Justin Averette, Tuesday, December 2, 2014 11:27 pm

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Churches come together for Thanksgiving

Selma and Dallas County will come together Sunday to give thanks through a joint church service. Read more

by Justin Averette, Thursday, November 20, 2014 9:25 pm

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Tornado confirmed in Perry County

A brief tornado touched down early Monday morning in Perry County, packing winds of 100 miles per hour. Read more

by Justin Averette, Thursday, November 20, 2014 9:25 pm

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Officers honored for decades of service

The Selma City Council set aside a moment during its latest meeting to honor Selma officials who have dedicated decades to protecting the city. The ... Read more

by Justin Averette, Monday, November 17, 2014 11:11 pm

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Group uses grant as seed money

Local nonprofit Blackbelt Benefit Group will use a $10,000 grant as seed money to support projects like the Grow Selma community garden. Read more

by Justin Averette, Saturday, November 15, 2014 12:05 am

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