Robert Blankenship, Author at The Demopolis Times

Blackbelt Gazette

Tigers come back to claim season-opening win, 14-12

It took over three quarters, but the Demopolis Tigers found their footing just in time to come from behind and claim a season opening victory ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Friday, August 21, 2020 10:31 pm

Blackbelt Gazette

Mayoral candidates address voters at DACC forum

The candidates for mayor and city council in the City of Demopolis stated their positions to voters Tuesday night during the Demopolis Area Chamber of ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Friday, August 14, 2020 1:11 pm

Blackbelt Gazette

SAFETY FIRST: WestRock takes safety standards to new heights

A group of employees at WestRock plant in Demopolis has been recognized for their efforts in creating a safer work environment. The Pulp and Paper ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Thursday, August 13, 2020 9:54 am

Blackbelt Gazette

Paving projects to begin in Demopolis

The Demopolis City Council approved a bid that will allow for repaving projects across the city. During a call-in meeting Thursday, the council approved a ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Wednesday, August 12, 2020 4:14 pm

Blackbelt Gazette

Linden prepares for city election, August 25

Residents of Linden will go to the polls to vote on city leadership positions August 25. Incumbent mayor Charles Moore will face a challenge from ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Tuesday, August 11, 2020 3:21 pm

Blackbelt Gazette

Whitfield Regional Hospital modernizing with investments in latest equipment

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and the changes that have come with it, Whitfield Regional Hospital continues to move forward with important upgrades ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Friday, August 7, 2020 8:29 am

Blackbelt Gazette

LHS Patriot commits to Army for 2021 football season

Linden High School rising senior Timothy Thurman Jr. has decided to attend West Point and play football for Army after graduating next spring. Thurman has ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Wednesday, August 5, 2020 11:54 am

Blackbelt Gazette

DCSS BOE updated on school opening progress

Demopolis Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff updated members of the Board of Education on plans for the reopening of schools on August 20. From improving sanitization within ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Tuesday, August 4, 2020 2:23 pm

Blackbelt Gazette

Gaineswood receives grant through Humanities Foundation

Gaineswood National Historic Landmark was recently awarded a $5,000 grant from the Alabama Humanities Foundation (AHF). The AHF awarded 79 CARES Act Relief Grants to ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Friday, July 31, 2020 10:12 am

Blackbelt Gazette

Races set for Demopolis mayor, council seats

Demopolis Area Chamber of Commerce plans Mayoral Forum on August 11 With the end of qualifying for the local election, four candidates will be campaigning ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Wednesday, July 29, 2020 8:32 am

Blackbelt Gazette

Marengo County COVID-19 cases up to 484

Marengo County’s positive cases of COVID-19 continues to increase and now stands at 484, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health. The total represents ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Tuesday, July 28, 2020 4:26 pm

Blackbelt Gazette

Demopolis council approves mask ordinance

The Demopolis City Council has passed a mask ordinance requiring people to wear a mask or covering while in public places. Failure to comply with ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Monday, July 27, 2020 11:02 am

Blackbelt Gazette

Change in DSCF leadership announced

The Demopolis City Schools Foundation has announced a change in its leadership. The current DCSF Executive Director, Amanda Barnes, has announced her resignation from the ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Thursday, July 23, 2020 10:25 am

Blackbelt Gazette

Demopolis schools announce reopening plan

Local school systems are continuing to work on plans for re-opening to students for the 2020-21 school year with COVID-19 safety measures being top of ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Tuesday, July 21, 2020 2:53 pm

Blackbelt Gazette

Laney will seek second term as Demopolis mayor

John Laney officially announced his candidacy for a second term as the mayor of Demopolis. Laney was elected to the office of mayor in 2016 ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Monday, July 20, 2020 4:37 pm

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