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Students learn about job opportunities during Future Connect event at DHS

Students at Demopolis High School learned about the assortment of jobs that could be waiting for them during a Future Connect event with local businesses ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Monday, May 20, 2019 11:42 am

Community achievements

Rotary District honors Harrison’s longevity

Rotary Club District 6880 has honored Demopolis Rotarian Henry Harrison with a district-wide award that will bare his name. Harrison, who turned 100 in January, ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Tuesday, May 14, 2019 3:20 pm

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Demopolis City Schools Foundation honors donors

The Demopolis City Schools Foundation hosted its annual Donor Appreciation Event on Tuesday, April 30, at the Coplin Art Gallery in downtown Demopolis. During the ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Monday, May 13, 2019 1:28 pm

DCSS

DCSS hires principal, approves another’s resignation

The Demopolis City Board of Education approved the hiring of a principal to fill one of two vacancies at the elementary level, while also approving ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Thursday, May 9, 2019 9:35 am

robbery

Suspect charged for armed robbery

A suspect is facing charges following an armed robbery at a Demopolis business. Lamarion Demetrius Alston, 27, of East St. Louis, Illinois was arrested on ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Wednesday, May 1, 2019 3:02 pm

student achievements

Hallmark awarded Bryant-Jordan Scholar Athlete Scholarship

Demopolis High School senior Parker Hallmark was recently presented the Class 5A Bryant-Jordan Scholar-Athlete Scholarship. During the Bryant-Jordan Banquet and Awards Ceremony on April 8 ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Friday, April 26, 2019 11:25 am

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Thomaston gears up for Pepper Jelly Festival

There will be fun for all ages in Thomaston Saturday as the Alabama Rural Heritage Center hosts its annual Pepper Jelly Festival. The event will ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Thursday, April 25, 2019 10:23 am

canebrake players

Canebrake Players tackle life issues with humor in ‘Savannah Sipping Society’

The Canebrake Players will take the stage this weekend for it’s latest production, “The Savannah Sipping Society.” The play centers on four women who each ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Thursday, April 25, 2019 10:07 am

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Demopolis celebrates Rooster Day

After an early-morning shower, the rain held off throughout the day Saturday for the annual Rooster Day celebration in downtown Demopolis. The event featured an ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Tuesday, April 23, 2019 3:42 pm

demopolis city school system

USJ principal resigning at end of school year

The Demopolis City School System will need to fill two elementary school principal positions for the next school year as the board accepted the resignation ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Friday, April 19, 2019 2:57 pm

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Jackson Street closing for bridge work

Two bridge projects will force drivers to detour around Jackson Street over the coming months. The City of Demopolis, in conjunction with the Alabama Department ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Thursday, April 18, 2019 11:29 am

Blackbelt Gazette

Demopolis doctor’s license suspended by Board of Medical Examiners

The Alabama State Board of Medical Examiners has temporarily suspended the practice license of Judy O.C. Travis, M.D. Travis is not authorized to practice medicine ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Wednesday, April 17, 2019 4:05 pm

contest winners

Times, DHS eEdition contest winners

Thanks to all who participated in the Demopolis Times’ eEdition Facebook contest, especially the DHS Marketing Class students and Marketing Instructor Courtney Kerby. Pictured is ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Friday, April 12, 2019 10:18 am

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Demopolis eyes revised industrial annexation

The Demopolis City Council discussed re-initiating the process to annex property at the Airport Industrial Park. The property to be annexed includes an area designated ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Friday, April 12, 2019 10:12 am

DCSS

DCSS honors ‘30-Plus Club’

The Demopolis City Schools Board of Education recognized high school students who are members of the “30-Plus Club.” The new program was initiated to honor ... Read more

by Robert Blankenship, Wednesday, April 10, 2019 2:11 pm

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