Union Springs Local Pulse

The AHSAA fined Pell City and Mary G. Montgomery, placed both on probation, and suspended their head coaches for violating rules against recruiting...

Roderick Rover secured the Democratic nomination for Bullock County sheriff with 53.5% of the vote, sidestepping a runoff in the open race.

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Union Springs residents who have changed their name or address must submit a new voter registration form prior to the voter deadline to keep their details current ahead of future elections.

Local Education

• Union Springs Academy (2026 Profile): Union Springs Academy, founded in 1921, has prepared students for a life of Global...

Bullock County residents heading to lakes or beaches this weekend, Alabama Law Enforcement urges extra caution on roads and water.

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Union Springs and Bullock County veterans can join a University of Alabama study offering simple at-home tools like mindfulness, meditation, and a...

Union Springs Academy has been preparing students for Global Christian citizenship and excellence since its founding in 1921, marking over 104 years of service to local families.

Union Springs High School has named Carr as its new head football coach. He previously served as defensive coordinator under Spatafora for five total seasons across two spans.

Union Springs' Asa Brown struck out Weedsport's Alexander Seward to clinch the Cayuga County Baseball Tournament championship at Union Springs High School on May 16. A standout achievement for our local student-athlete.

The Union Springs Wolves celebrated another championship run, overpowering Tioga with a dominant 10-run outburst on 12 walks and six hits to claim...

School Funding Decisions

• 🔥 Budget Vote Date Set: Local 2026-2027 school district budget votes are scheduled for May 19 covering Proposition 1...

State finals underway! Game 1s at Choccolocco Park, Oxford; Games 2/3 at Jacksonville State stadium.

Regional matchups to watch:

• Class 2A: Mars...

Boost for Alabama's local infrastructure:

• Gov. Ivey allocates over $7.6 million via ALDOT to 26 statewide projects
• "Giving our local communities...

Don't miss the May 19 votes shaping our schools' future!

• Prop 1: General Budget
• Prop 2: Transportation Vehicles
• Prop 3: 2026 Capital Reserve Fund
• Prop 4: Transportation Pick-Up Change

Residents, your vote matters – head to the polls!

Opelika's hospitals are hiring—perfect for Bullock County folks seeking accessible roles:

• Travel RN (Med-Surg): $1,462–$1,720/week, 13 weeks,...

Key statewide post-pandemic trends for grades 3-8:

• Alabama ranks 10th in math growth (2019+ levels), but 13th in reading (still below 2019).
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Regional tribute to fallen law enforcement: Opelika PD, Lee County SO, and Auburn PD host annual service.

• When/Where: Friday at Opelika Public...

Public Safety Alert

• 🔥 Missing Teen Found Dismembered in Barbour County: The family of 18-year-old Markavious Rumph found his body shot,...

• Kids to Love seeks volunteers in June/July for the More Than a Backpack campaign to organize school supplies for foster children in Alabama.
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Horrific discovery shakes neighboring Barbour County: 18-year-old Markavious Rumph from Eufaula found shot, dismembered, and set on fire in woods near...