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Selma native Mark Black claims first MLF BFL victory on Neely Henry - home hero image

August 3

Selma native Mark Black claims first MLF BFL victory on Neely HenrySelma native Mark Black claims first MLF BFL victory on Neely Henry

Standing on the scale of Neely Henry Lake, watching the digital numbers settle, Selma native Mark Black finally felt the weight of years of near-misses roll off his shoulders.

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Foot Soldiers Park celebrates first official Jo Ann Bland Day with community events

Aug. 6

Foot Soldiers Park celebrates first official Jo Ann Bland Day with community events

Foot Soldiers Park celebrated the first official Jo Ann Bland Day on Wednesday, July 29, with a ceremony at the organization’s headquarters.

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Dallas County suffers tough road loss against Greensboro

September 12

Dallas County suffers tough road loss against Greensboro

The Dallas County Hornets hope to bounce back on Friday, Sept. 18, when they host Sumter Central. They are looking to move forward after a tough 35-0 loss to Greensboro.

Nichlos Cutrell

Dallas County suffers tough road loss against Greensboro

Southside shows fight in road loss against Greene County

September 12

Southside shows fight in road loss against Greene County

A kickoff return for a touchdown early in the second half changed the game, and the Southside Panthers lost 36-14 to the Greene County Tigers on Friday, Sept. 11.

Nichlos Cutrell

Southside shows fight in road loss against Greene County

Selma outlasts Sipsey Valley to reach 4-0

September 12

Selma outlasts Sipsey Valley to reach 4-0

Touchdowns from Cedrick Simmons, Michael Hosea, and Dwand Atkins lifted Selma to a 20-14 victory over Sipsey Valley Friday, Sept. 11.

Nichlos Cutrell

Selma outlasts Sipsey Valley to reach 4-0

Morgan Academy’s second-half lead slips away in loss against Banks Academy

September 12

Morgan Academy’s second-half lead slips away in loss against Banks Academy

A second-half defensive stand and a costly late safety derailed Morgan Academy’s bid for revenge Friday, Sept. 11, as the Senators fell 34-24 to Banks Academy.

Nichlos Cutrell

Morgan Academy’s second-half lead slips away in loss against Banks Academy

Keith falls to University Charter

September 11

Keith falls to University Charter

Keith Middle High School faced a tough challenge Friday, Sept. 11, as they took on University Charter and ultimately fell 46-0 on their home turf.

Letti Hasberry | For the Selma Times-Journal

Keith falls to University Charter

Selma unites in remembrance on the 25th anniversary of 9/11

September 11

Selma unites in remembrance on the 25th anniversary of 9/11

The Selma community united on Friday, Sept. 11, in remembrance of a day forever etched in American history.

Selma unites in remembrance on the 25th anniversary of 9/11

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Ettice Brickus will be the first Black woman to serve as Chief of Police in Selma's history.

Sep. 10

Selma City Council sets salary for new Chief of Police

Following her historic appointment as Selma’s next Chief of Police, the Selma City Council officially set the salary for incoming chief Ettice Brickus at $120,000 annually during its Tuesday, Sept. 8, meeting.

Rep. Sewell introduces legislation aimed at protecting college athletes from unexpected NIL tax bills

Sep. 9

Rep. Sewell introduces legislation aimed at protecting college athletes from unexpected NIL tax bills

New Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church breaks ground on new facility

Sep. 8

New Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church breaks ground on new facility

Historic St. James Hotel sets tentative reopening date

Sep. 8

Historic St. James Hotel sets tentative reopening date

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Second quarter surge carries Morgan Academy past Wilcox Academy

Sep. 4

Second quarter surge carries Morgan Academy past Wilcox Acad...

A 22-point second quarter burst and an opportunistic defense lifted the Morgan Academy Senators to a 22-8 win over Wilcox Academy on Friday, Sept. 4.

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Dallas County shocks Keith with a big second-half comeback

Aug. 29

Dallas County shocks Keith with a big second-half comeback

Selma rally marks 63rd anniversary of March on Washington

Aug. 28

Selma rally marks 63rd anniversary of March on Washington

Selma dominates Southside in Queen City Classic

Aug. 27

Selma dominates Southside in Queen City Classic

Selma shuts out Carver-Birmingham in season opener

Aug. 21

Selma shuts out Carver-Birmingham in season opener

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Registration opens for 2nd annual ‘Crowned with Purpose’ pageant

Sep. 4

Registration opens for 2nd annual ‘Crowned with Purpose’ pageant

Dallas County overcame a 28-point deficit to come back and score 44 points in the second half.

Sep. 5

Keith falls to J.F. Shields in opening-region game

Hooked on Books: Being David

Aug. 12

Hooked on Books: Being David

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Opinion

Foot Soldier Linda Holmes, guest speaker Dee Reed and Bruce L. Holmes, Sr.

Aug. 7

First Baptist Church celebrates the 61st anniversary of the 1965 Voting Rights Act

The Bible says so—or does it?

July 10

The Bible says so—or does it?

A piece of Selma now inspires the world

June 17

A piece of Selma now inspires the world

Austin Bishop has been a professional journalist for more than 45 years and is an ordained Assemblies of God minister. Those wishing to receive his daily devotional/Bible study notes may sign up by texting 601-938-2471 and asking to be added to either the morning or afternoon list.

June 3

Forgetting previous victories make your giants’ larger

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Dallas County overcame a 28-point deficit to come back and score 44 points in the second half.

Sep. 5

Dallas County falls to Greene County in first-region game

Ellwood falls to Donoho

Sep. 5

Ellwood falls to Donoho

Selma moves to 3-0 with win over Holt

Sep. 5

Selma moves to 3-0 with win over Holt

Southside gets shutout in first region game by Greensboro

Sep. 4

Southside gets shutout in first region game by Greensboro

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