Holiday deadlines for 2026: Moundville Times will be closed for Labor Day Sept. 8.1Moundville 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
Scout and Ace are looking for separate/same foster or furever home!! These two lucky dogs were picked up in Hale Co by a very caring and loving young lady. Her and her parents have kept these two boys for the last month and its time for them to come into the animal shelter. We’d much rather them be adopted or find a foster!! These boys do have a very sad story, like alpt of strays in hale co do, unfortunately. these boys were born on the streets and forced to grow up a stray but for the last month they have been giving the correct nutrients and love they needed and are ready for a place to call their own. yes they are brothers but not bonded and can go separately. both sweet and timid. it will take time but they can be the best dog you’ve ever owned
Autumn Harrison,
Hale County Animal Shelter, 334-624-8120.
Church & Community Events
Hale County Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting
Tues., Sept. 15 at 9 a.m. at the Hale County College and Career Center, 19875 Hwy. 69, Greensboro.
Outbreak Linked To Alfalfa Sprouts; People Sickened With E. Coli And Salmonella
A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/outbreaks/alfalfa-sprouts-08-26/index.html. 55 people across 15 states have gotten sick with either Salmonella or E. coli. 2 people had both E. coli and Salmonella. These illnesses have all been linked to alfalfa sprouts. Four people have been hospitalized, and no deaths have been reported. Affected products include alfalfa sprouts grown by Everything Sprouts and sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands at retailers and grocery stores. CDC has occasionally investigated multi-pathogen multistate outbreaks. One example was a 2019 multi-pathogen gastrointestinal illness outbreak linked to oysters.
What You Should Do
Do not eat any affected alfalfa sprouts. Throw them away or return them. Wash items and surfaces that may have touched the affected alfalfa sprouts using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.
What Businesses Should Do
Do not sell or serve affected alfalfa sprouts Wash and sanitize items and surfaces that may have come in contact with affected alfalfa sprouts.
Symptoms of E. coli
Most people infected with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli experience severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting. Symptoms usually start 3 to 4 days after swallowing the bacteria. Most people recover without treatment after 5 to 7 days. Some people may develop serious kidney problems (hemolytic uremic syndrome, also called HUS) and would need to be hospitalized.
Symptoms of Salmonella
Most people infected with Salmonella experience diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Symptoms usually start 6 hours to 6 days after swallowing the bacteria. Most people recover without treatment after 4 to 7 days Some people—especially children younger than 5, adults 65 and older, and people with weakened immune systems—may experience more severe illnesses that require medical treatment or hospitalization. If you have questions about cases in a particular state, please call your state’s health department.
Back 2 Basics: Urban Green
Ready to grow your home horticulture skills this fall? Join the Alabama A&M Home Horticulture team for Back 2 Basics: Urban Green! We’re covering everything from stormwater management and fall flowers to starting your own lawn care business. When: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, Aug. 19 – Nov. 18. 10-11 a.m. Virtual via Zoom for free. Registration required: www.aces.edu/go/B2B Questions? Email Allyson Shabel at ams0137@aces.edu
Hale County 4-H Book Drive
The Hale County 4-H Youth Council is hosting a Book Drive to support the Literacy Council of West Alabama and its mission to improve literacy for people of all ages. We are asking 4-H members and our community to donate gently used books that will be placed in Little Libraries throughout West Alabama. Donations can be dropped off at: Hale County Extension Office, 701 Hall St., Greensboro. Every book donated helps inspire a love of reading and makes a difference in someone’s life.
China Grove Church Homecoming and Sacred Harp Singing
The China Grove Church Homecoming and Sacred Harp Singing will be held on Sept. 12, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend.
Quest Club College Scholarship
The Quest Club of Moundville will be taking applications for their annual $500 college scholarship. Forms are located at the Bank of Moundville and the Moundville Public Library. The student must have graduated from Hale County High and completed one year of college to be eligible. The deadline for returning the application is Mon., Aug. 31. The winning selection will be made Thurs., Sept. 3.
Beef & Forage Field Day
Producers across Alabama are invited to the 2026 Beef & Forage Field Day, Fri., Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Blackbelt Research & Extension Center, 60 County Road 944, Marion Junction, an event that will offer livestock and forage producers real-time demonstrations, learn directly from Extension Specialists about current research, forage management strategies, and practical techniques that support productive, sustainable operations. Registration is free. Sign up online at aub.ie/BBFieldDay26
Boost Your Credit Score
Learn how to read your credit report, dispute errors, and build long-term financial strength Tues., Sept. 22, 10-11 a.m. Sumter County Extension Office, 106 Hospital Drive, Livingston. A strong credit history opens doors to lower interest rates, better housing options, vehicle financing, and greater financial security. You’ll learn how credit scores are calculated, what lenders look for, how to spot and dispute mistakes, and proven strategies to build and maintain good credit. Register today by calling the Sumter County Extension Office 205-652-9501.
Eco-Friendly Fridays
Ready to grow your environmental knowledge? Join Alabama Extension for Eco-Friendly Fridays, a free webinar series featuring practical strategies for protecting human, animal, and environmental health. The next session is Aug. 14 at 11 a.m. CT and will feature Urban Regional Agent Allyson Shabel discussing how to identify and manage invasive species at home. Whether you are an educator, environmental professional, or nature lover, this series can help you become a better steward of the environment and its resources. Registration is required, and the Zoom link will be provided after registration. Register at www.aces.edu/go/EcoFriendlyFridays
Historic Tuscaloosa Invites Community to Annual Battle-Friedman House Volunteer Workday
Historic Tuscaloosa is inviting community members to roll up their sleeves and help preserve one of the city’s most treasured historic landmarks during its Battle-Friedman House Volunteer Workday on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Battle-Friedman House & Gardens, located at 1010 Greensboro Avenue.
The annual Workday brings together volunteers of all ages who share a passion for local history and historic preservation. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or looking for a new way to get involved in the community, this event offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while meeting fellow volunteers.
Historic Tuscaloosa operates and maintains five historic properties throughout Tuscaloosa County. Volunteer Workdays play an important role in ensuring these sites remain clean, welcoming, and accessible for visitors and future generations.
Projects completed during previous Workdays have included landscaping, clearing brush, removing debris, repairing and installing fencing, planting trees, painting, building and clearing trails, installing interpretive signs and historical markers, and other preservation efforts. The specific projects for this year’s Battle-Friedman Workday will focus on the ongoing care and maintenance of the historic home and its grounds.
No prior experience is necessary to participate. Whether you’re an experienced volunteer or simply looking for a way to give back to the community, Historic Tuscaloosa welcomes all helping hands. Staff members will be available throughout the day to provide guidance and assign projects suited to volunteers’ abilities and interests.
Historic Tuscaloosa will provide the tools, gloves, and supplies needed for the day’s projects, as well as water and light refreshments for volunteers. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor work.
“Our volunteers are an essential part of Historic Tuscaloosa’s mission,” said Executive Director William Hawkins. “Their dedication helps us preserve these irreplaceable places while creating opportunities for the community to connect with Tuscaloosa’s rich history.”
Historic Tuscaloosa welcomes individuals, families, civic organizations, businesses, student groups, and anyone interested in supporting local preservation efforts. Volunteers are welcome to arrive anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., whether they can stay for the entire event or just a portion of the day.
Hale County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Free CPR Training
Hale County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Free CPR Training will be Aug. 25 at Hale County Courthouse at 6 p.m. Sign up at clerk@halecoso.com. Receive free certificate.
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. Tuscaloosa:
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/ Kids Events
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
| Aug. 24, 2026 📰 BEST BETS Study explores new approach to lupus treatment University of Alabama researchers have found that a combination of an existing immunosuppressant drug and a compound derived from dietary sources showed greater benefit than either treatment alone in a preclinical model of lupus. Why This Matters: Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease, and existing treatments, like cyclosporine, are often taken with steroids to manage inflammation. This study explored whether molecules like urolithin A, a compound naturally metabolized by gut bacteria from precursors in pomegranates, berries, and nuts, but administered here as a synthetic compound, could eventually manage that inflammation with fewer side effects. For more information, contact Jessica Nelson at jessica.nelson@ua.edu. UA-led project builds AI tool for physics data A UA-led research team will build an artificial intelligence tool to help sift through that flood of data, speeding up the pace of discovery so scientists can focus on the science itself. Why This Matters: The Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission is a national initiative that unites government, industry, academia and philanthropy to accelerate scientific discovery through a platform combining AI, supercomputing, quantum systems and advanced scientific instruments. The UA-led project is one of only 278 selected for Phase 1 funding from more than 5,000 proposals. For more information, contact Jessica Nelson at jessica.nelson@ua.edu. 💬 CURRENT COMMENT With classes underway at UA and other colleges across the state, Dr. Adam Knowlden, associate professor of health science and director of the SLUMBRx Lab, can discuss his research on how poor time management can lead to poor sleep health in college students. Knowlden can be reached at aknowlden@ches.ua.edu. Dr. Jeri Zemke, associate professor and clinical education director with the athletic training program, is available to discuss the importance of young athletes staying hydrated as sports practices and games are underway in the August heat. Zemke can be reached at jzemke@ches.ua.edu. 📅 EVENTS ‘Pum vculvke enliketv tate’: “The Home of Our Ancestors” Aug. 24; Moundville Archaeological Park Examining Anti-Fat Bias: A Multidisciplinary Symposium Aug. 28; Bryant Conference Center Moundville for Minis: Fry Bread Aug. 28; Moundville Archaeological Park |
Black Belt Community Foundation 2026 Levitt Amp Selma Music Series
SELMA: The countdown to an unforgettable season of free, live music under summer sunsets and into autumn evenings in historic Selma is officially underway. The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF) announces the themes and calendar for 2026’s return of the Levitt AMP Selma Music Series. Beginning Sat., July 25, the series will bring seven unique cultural experiences to Selma’s Riverfront Amphitheater. Families, friends, and neighbors from across the region are invited to bring their blankets, sunbrellas and lawn chairs to the amphitheater lawn to experience the transformational power of free, live music in bringing community together. Supported in large part by the Levitt Family Foundation, a social impact funder at the intersection of music, public space, and community building, the Levitt AMP Music Series program injects new life into public spaces through free, outdoor concerts across the country. The 2026 season marks an exciting new chapter for Selma, building on the success of past seasons to present professionally produced, immersive themed festival dates running through late October. “This season is about so much more than just the music on stage,” says Lydia Chatmon, TRHT Selma Director. “It’s about bringing people together, supporting our local business ecosystem, celebrating our rich cultural heritage, and showcasing the very best of downtown Selma.” Season of Immersive Themes: Instead of focusing purely on individual performers, the 2026 series is designed around seven planned experiences that offer something for every member of the family. July 25-The Inaugural Bridge City Jazz Festival: The season sets sail with an elegant, smooth-jazz atmosphere. Concertgoers are encouraged to come dressed in all-white attire for this premier opening night event.
Aug. 22-Smoke in the City: BBQ & Blues Festival: Fire up the grill and claim your bragging rights! This date blends a competitive community barbecue atmosphere with a soulful soundtrack of regional blues.
Sept. 12-Classic Cars & Chrome: Cruise in for this celebration of sleek vintage automobiles and deep musical grooves, featuring a car show paired with the absolute best in classic R&B, Soul, and Funk.
Sept. 26-Gospel Fest: An uplifting community favorite that elevates local and regional voices, celebrating the profound spiritual and musical heritage of the Black Belt.
Oct. 10-Fiesta on the River!: A vibrant cultural celebration packed with high-energy Latin music, salsa beats, and a community taco-eating contest, so don’t forget the hot sauce.
Oct. 24-Southern Soul: The Grand Finale: The ultimate season closer, bringing the community together one last night to celebrate some funky soul, great food, and collective joy.