Columnists
James Jones column: The young are not restless in Dallas County
The youth in Selma and Dallas County have caught my attention at the start of 2024. I enjoyed ...
Opinion
Our opinion: Smith turns Southside into recruiting hotspot
Southside High School junior Derick Smith is one of the top wide receivers in the nation, something Dallas ...
James Jones
James Jones Column: Alabama losing football players to transfer portal
The University of Alabama football program has become like a clearance sale in a department store. Since head ...
Columnists
James Jones Column: Selma, Dallas County continue rebuilding from 2023 tornado
Memories of the Jan. 12, 2023 tornado remain fresh in the minds of Selma and Dallas County residents. ...
Opinion
Our opinion: Selma Links thank local sponsorships
Members of the Selma Chapter of the Links say they are grateful for the countless sponsorships in Selma ...
James Jones
James Jones column: DeBeor deserves chance to succeed at Alabama
On paper, Alabama hired the right person to succeed Nick Saban as Crimson Tide football coach. Getting Kalen ...
Opinion
Our opinion: Parents need to make sure kids behave properly
Selma High School and Southside High School resumed their basketball rivalry on Jan. 11. The games, originally slated ...
James Jones
James Jones column: Enjoyed connections with Nick Saban
Alabama football fans are mourning the retirement of Crimson Tide football coach Nick Saban. who announced his retirement ...
Opinion
Our opinion: Selma always shows love to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The City of Selma always honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the holiday bearing his name every ...
Opinion
Our opinion: Selma City Marina needed upgrade
The Selma City Marina is in the process of getting a major upgrade. At the end of the ...
James Jones
James Jones Column: Milroe failed to deliver in clutch for Alabama
Alabama’s offensive line did not do any favors for quarterback Jalen Milroe against Michigan in the College Football ...
Opinion
Our opinion: we applaud Greek organizations stepping up for Selma
The African-American Greek organizations delivered in Selma and Dallas County during the holiday season. The Dallas County Chapters ...
Columnists
James Jones column: Let’s make National Signing Day special again
Many people have called me an old-school traditionalist. In many ways, they are correct. Especially when it comes ...
Opinion
Our opinion: Selma City Schools face uphill challenge
As Selma City School Officials return to campus Wednesday, improving low grades on the Alabama School Report Card ...
Opinion
Our opinion: We have plenty of things in store for 2024
The year 2024 will be a busy one in Selma and Dallas County for several different reasons. Countless ...