Holiday deadlines for 2026: Moundville Times will be closed Good Friday, April 3. Early deadline is Thursday, April 2. Moundville Times will be closed for Memorial Day, May 25. Be sure to get your stories, ads and photos by Friday, May 22. Moundville Times will be closed for Independence Day Friday, July 3. Early deadline is July 2nd before 4 p.m. Moundville Times will be closed for Labor Day Sept. 8. Moundville Times will be closed for Thanksgiving Nov. 23-27. We have to submit the paper early due to the printing company being closed for the holidays. Deadline is Friday morning, Nov. 20. Santa Letters are due first Friday in December, Dec. 4. Ads for the Santa Letter edition are due Dec. 11. Both Christmas and New Year’s deadlines are Friday, Dec. 18. We have to submit both papers early due to the printing company being closed for the holidays. Moundville Times will be closed Dec. 21-Jan. 3 for the holidays.
Hale County Animal Shelter Pets of the week
The Hale County Animal Shelter invites the public to attend our monthly Board Meetings, held the 3rd Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at Greensboro Presbyterian Church. These are OPEN meetings where we discuss: shelter statistics and updates, funding and budgeting, future projects and improvements, Community concerns involving stray animals, overbreeding, and animal fighting, working toward stronger enforcement of animal welfare laws, efforts to obtain an Animal Control Officer for Hale County, grant writing opportunities and community partnerships. We are looking for caring, motivated people who want to make a difference in our county. Whether you have experience in fundraising, grant writing, community outreach, animal welfare, or simply have a heart for helping animals . We need YOU. Positive change happens when a community comes together. Please join us, share your ideas, and help us build a safer and more compassionate future for the animals of Hale County. Together, we can make a difference.
It’s officially puppy season and our shelter is overflowing with wagging tails and hungry bellies. We are currently at max capacity and on intake hold, but we are continuing to care for every animal already in our shelter the best we can. As a small shelter supported by our community, we rely heavily on donations to help keep our animals fed, clean, healthy, and comfortable while they wait for their forever homes. CURRENTLY NEEDED DONATIONS: adult wet dog food, puppy dry food, heavy duty garbage bags, fabuloso cleaner, paper towels, puppy pads. very single donation, big or small, makes a difference for the animals in our care. Thank you for helping us provide full bellies, clean kennels, and lots of love during this busy season. Donations can be dropped off during shelter hours or arranged by appointment.
Autumn Harrison,
Hale County Animal Shelter, 334-624-8120.
Church & Community Events
Mount Harmony Sanctuary of
Praise Vacation Bible Study
Join Mount Harmony Sanctuary of Praise, 17714 Co. Rd. 21, Moundville, in the former St. James Presbyterian Church, on June 3 and 4, 5-7 p.m., and June 5, Fun Day 1-7 p.m. The community and surrounding areas anre invite to be a part of the fellowship.
Mount Harmony Sanctuary of Praise First Responders Lunch Feeding
Join Mount Harmony Sanctuary of Praise, 17714 Co. Rd. 21, Moundville, in the former St. James Presbyterian Church, (205) 765-6420, First Responders Lunch Feeding from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Mt. Carmel Church Homecoming
Mt. Carmel Church, Hwy. 14, east of Greensboro, will be having Homecoming on Sun., May 17, 2025, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Bro. Roger Harper will be bringing the message. A covered dish lunch will be served at noon followed by an afternoon of music featuring “Legacy Gospel.”
Homecoming at Antioch Baptist Church
Please join us for Homecoming at Antioch Baptist Church, 1150 Co. Rd. 3, Greensboro, on Sun., May 17th, at 10:30 a.m. Special music with Zions Way Quartet! Lunch will be provided following the service in the fellowship hall. Come join us in worship, praise, singing and fellowship!
Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Training and Certification Program
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System will host a Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Training and Certification Program on Thurs., May 14, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in Carrollton. The training will be held at the Service Center Building, located at 155 Reform St., Carrollton. This program is designed to provide beef producers with up-to-date information on best management practices that ensure the production of safe, high-quality beef. Participants will have the opportunity to become BQA certified or renew their certification. We encourage all cattle producers and industry professionals to attend. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Pickens County Extension Office at 205-367-8148.RSVP online via this link: http://aub.ie/CarrolltonBQA
Red Cross
Help is needed right now ─ and a simple act of donating blood or platelets can be the lifesaving gift people are counting on. Book a time to give blood or platelets now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you or someone you know is struggling to cope emotionally this holiday season, reach out. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free, and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Visit 988lifeline.org for more.
School Events
4-H Biggest Catch
Alabama Extension invites everyone ages 9 to 18 to test their fishing skills through 4-H BIGGEST Catch, a virtual fishing contest! To participate, all you have to do is go fishing in Alabama freshwater anytime between June 5 and June 15. Once you make your catch, measure the fish, take a photo with it, and submit an online contest entry form. Show off your artistic side to win the fish art award. Learn more at https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/4h/4-h-biggest-catch
AHFA Invites Alabama Kids to ‘Draw Your Dream Home’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The fifth annual National Homeownership Month art contest sponsored by the Alabama Housing Finance Authority (AHFA) opens for entries May 1. The contest is designed to highlight the impact and value of homeownership during the national observance each year. The 2026 theme, “Draw Your Dream Home,” invites Alabama children between the ages of 5 and 12 to let their imaginations run wild in designing the home of their dreams. “We are asking young creators to gather their art supplies and put on their thinking caps,” said AHFA Single-Family Administrator Carrie Hamaker. “Whether it’s a tree house, a beach house, a castle or a cozy cabin, we want to see fun, unique designs that showcase originality.” Contest details and the entry link are available at woobox.com/ytp22r. Parents can help their kids upload a photo of their designs through 11:59 p.m. CST on Sat., June 6. Contest entry is free. Winners will be notified and prizes awarded in June during Homeownership Month celebrations. To learn more about AHFA Kids programs and financial literacy, visit www.ahfa.com/programs/ahfa-kids.
$100,000 in Scholarships Available for Those Seeking Careers in Construction and Aviation
The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) and the Alabama Association of Resource Conservation, & Development Councils (RCD) are jointly offering $100,000 in scholarships for Alabama residents interested in pursuing high-demand careers in the aviation and construction industry at an ACCS institution. Applications for the ‘Building Futures: Enhancing Lives with Scholarships’ will officially be accepted starting May 4. This initiative will award $2,000 scholarships to only 50 students enrolled in an eligible program at an Alabama community college. The scholarships cover tuition, books, and fees to help traditional, non-traditional, and Veteran students gain job-ready skills. Eligible programs include the following: Aviation Mechanics, Avionics, Construction Management, Welders and Pipefitters, HVAC/R Technicians, Carpenters, Electricians, Plumbers.To qualify for Building Futures, students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and must be an Alabama resident. Students must be enrolled in one of the listed short-term certificates, non-credit, or associate degree programs. Dually enrolled high school seniors planning to pursue aviation or construction at an Alabama community college are encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is June 12, 2026. Applications can be submitted online right now through the website: https://www.accs.edu/buildingfutures/
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Success By 6 of United Way of West Alabama is proud to provide Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library books FREE to children ages birth to 5 years old in Greene, Hale, Marengo, Pickens, Sumter, and Tuscaloosa counties. Once a month, your child will receive a new book by mail. You only need to do two things: register your child and pledge to read the books to him/her. Please, climb on board Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library! Since UWWA launched the Dolly Parton Imagination Library: 13,467 children have participated in the program in Greene, Hale, Marengo, Pickens, Sumter, and Tuscaloosa Counties. 10,427 children have “graduated” from the program. 443,856 books have been delivered to children in West Alabama. Sign up at https://imaginationlibrary.com/check-availability/
UA Preview: This Week at The University of Alabama
| May 11, 2026 📰 BEST BETS UA Seeks State’s First School of Data Science The University of Alabama will pursue the establishment of the School of Data Science, the first academic unit of its kind in the state of Alabama focused on artificial intelligence and one of the first dedicated data science schools in the southern United States. Why This Matters: Pending approval by The Board of Trustees of The University of Alabama, this transformative initiative positions UA as a regional and national leader in data-driven research, education and innovation centered on the responsible use of artificial intelligence. For more information, contact Alex House at alex.house@ua.edu. Students, Alumnus Earn NSF Research Awards Five UA students and one alumnus have been selected for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program, which supports fellowships for outstanding graduate students who are pursuing full-time, research-based master’s and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering or math, including STEM education. Why This Matters: The NSF GRFP is one of the nation’s most prestigious fellowship programs, providing three years of financial support, over five years, to graduate students who have demonstrated potential for significant achievements in research. For more than 75 years, GRFP has played a critical role in developing the talent pipeline required for sustaining U.S. leadership in science. For more information, contact Bryant Welbourne at bryant.welbourne@ua.edu. Summer Road Closures Several roadways and service areas across campus will experience temporary closures in summer 2026. Faculty, staff, students and guests are encouraged to plan alternate routes and allow additional travel time in affected areas. 📅 EVENTS Saturday in the Park: Invasive Plants May 16; Moundville Archaeological Park |