Many blessings to celebrate
Union Square is very proud of one of their own, Ophelia Rose Gould, who graduated from Central High School in Hanover. We cannot say enough about her great achievement; coming from Florida and adjusting, adapting to a new situation, school and friends, etc. Congratulations to Ophelia (Opie) and to all seniors who…
Read MoreIs the cellphone a blessing or a curse?
My generation remembers taking trips or experiencing emergencies and looking about for a telephone. Little did we dream one day we’d all have one in our pockets. But is this a positive or a negative thing? One of my colleagues at Judson College always wore ear buds. I asked about this one day, and he…
Read MoreThe two covenants: Part 2
Last time we began a discussion concerning the two covenants or testaments which make up the Bible. I would encourage you to go back and read the first column again. Today we will answer the question, “To whom was the Old Covenant given?” The Old Covenant was prophesied to end. We read in Jeremiah 31:31-34,…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
June 7-11 It’s Vacation Bible School time at Kellyton Baptist Church! Meet us at Illumination Station for the brightest week of the year as we shine a light on Jesus. Kids will explore all the ways light brightens, illuminates, reflects, and reveals while discovering that Jesus is the light who brings hope to the dark…
Read MoreThe Raccoon Relief Act
With everything going on in the world, with all the wars, international conflicts and high-stakes political maneuvers, I’m sure you’re all anxious to hear about what’s going on with the problem of legalized raccoon ownership in Tennessee. Well, actually, a lot is happening. In the Sixteenth State, a new proposed legislation, sponsored by Sen.…
Read MoreAG Marshall, Gov. Ivey release statements regarding ongoing redistricting litigation
Special to the News On Tuesday Attorney General Steve Marshall released the following statement following the ruling from the three-judge panel decision in “Allen v. Milligan.” “I am disappointed, but not at all surprised, that the three-judge panel has again struck down Alabama’s blandly unobjectionable congressional map that has been in place for decades. I…
Read MoreKellyton Baptist announces VBS program
Special to the News Kellyton Baptist Church is excited to announce this year’s Vacation Bible School, themed “Illumination Station.” This is a wonderful opportunity for children to explore their faith through engaging activities, storytelling, music, and crafts. The program aims to illuminate young minds with the teachings of the Bible in a fun and…
Read MoreSecretary of State Allen reminds Alabamians to register to vote before primary runoff election
Special to the News Wes Allen, Alabama’s secretary of state, is reminding Alabama citizens that the deadline to register to vote before the June 16 primary runoff election is Monday, June 1. “The right to vote in fair and secure elections is among the most important rights guaranteed to eligible American citizens,” Allen said.…
Read MoreOpelika man killed in Elmore County crash
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6:52 a.m. last Friday, May 22, has claimed the life of an Opelika man. Bonifacio Angel Bartolon, 56, was fatally injured when the 1996 Toyota 4Runner he was a passenger in left the roadway, overturned and struck a ditch along with several trees. Bartolon was…
Read MoreProvidence kicks off VBS, Kids Night Out next Friday
Hope everyone had a great Memorial Day, but also remembered the reason for the holiday. I had a wonderful start to the weekend with the unexpected birth of a new great-granddaughter. She wasn’t due until later in June, but arrived Friday evening, tiny but healthy. This makes great-grand number thirteen, with two more due…
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