Columnists
A journey worth traversing
My internship at The Selma Times-Journal was nothing short of an enriching and informing experience. My interest in journalism and my unwavering love for writing ...
Derrick Thomas, Author at The Selma Times‑Journal
News
True crime tour set for this weekend
Tourist will have the opportunity to walk through the more obscure parts of Cahawba’s history during the True Crime Walking Tour of Old Cahawba on ...
by Derrick Thomas, Thursday, August 2, 2018 10:09 pm
Columnists
Finding that academic drive
To most children’s dismay, August has finally arrived, meaning grades, homework and teachers are only a few days away. The daily routine of begrudgingly waking ...
by Derrick Thomas, Wednesday, August 1, 2018 10:22 pm
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Program to teach healthy eating habits
Participants will learn to serve up healthy meals during the Rite-Bite Cooking School’s four-week program that will be held every Tuesday at 5-6 p.m. starting ...
by Derrick Thomas, Wednesday, August 1, 2018 9:56 pm
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Craig Elementary looking for male role models
Bruce K. Craig Elementary School Principal Ebony Cox is calling for males in the community to become volunteers and mentors during the Dudes from Day ...
by Derrick Thomas, Monday, July 30, 2018 10:03 pm
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Rucker Selected for Leadership Forum in Atlanta
Amarii Rucker, 12, will be entering the ninth-grade at Meadowview Christian School this upcoming school year, and is recognized by many to be an exceptional, ...
by Derrick Thomas, Saturday, July 28, 2018 9:33 pm
Faith
Parade of Hats returns
The Order of the Eastern Star St. Mary Chapter No. 367 will be showing off an assortment of headwear at its Parade of Hats Program ...
by Derrick Thomas, Friday, July 27, 2018 8:38 pm
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Selma City Councilwoman Benjamin holds annual leadership enriching event
The 10th Annual Youth Conference, hosted by Councilwoman Angela Benjamin, attracted many local youths anxious to gain leadership skills and obtain personal growth through communication ...
by Derrick Thomas, Wednesday, July 25, 2018 9:46 pm
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Selma councilwoman to hold annual youth conference
Selma City Councilwoman Angela Benjamin will be hosting the 10th Annual Youth Conference from July 25-28 downtown, The Youth Conference is a free event designed ...
by Derrick Thomas, Tuesday, July 24, 2018 10:40 pm
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Master Gardener Program to begin in September
A Master Gardener Program will be held at the Dallas County Farmers Co-op on 2519 US Highway 80 on Thursdays, Sept. 6- Nov. 15 from ...
by Derrick Thomas, Monday, July 23, 2018 7:08 pm
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New downtown eatery opened this weekend
Samone’s Express Wing’s & Grill, founded by Samuel Brown, opened its doors for the first time on Friday at 118 Washington Street. Its debut attracted ...
by Derrick Thomas, Saturday, July 21, 2018 5:07 pm
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Pringle Petals donates to newborns
Pringle Petals is donating onesies to newborns at the Vaughan Regional Hospital to assist new mothers. Pringle Petals and Fancy Things co-owner Tonya Boddie said ...
by Derrick Thomas, Friday, July 20, 2018 10:36 pm
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Single mothers support group to begin meetings next month
A Single Mother’s Support Group directed by Gwenevere Swift will be available at 1227 10th Avenue to aid single mothers ages 21-45 from Aug. 4-Oct. ...
by Derrick Thomas, Thursday, July 19, 2018 9:17 pm
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Exchange Club welcomes new leaders
The Selma Exchange Club welcomed their new officers at a ceremony on Wednesday. Founded in 1921, the Selma Exchange Club’s primary focus is to prevent ...
by Derrick Thomas, Wednesday, July 18, 2018 9:53 pm
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CASA volunteers needed
On Tuesday, July 24 at 5:30 p.m., the Bloom House at 705 Dallas Avenue will be hosting an event to inform residents on how to ...