Let’s meet at the facts

One of the best lessons I ever learned came during a college freshman English class. It was 1955, and the teacher’s assignment was for us to write a theme. The topic was to be about the civil rights movement.

COMING EVENTS

Feb. 7 Calera Fire-Rescue is having its 51st annual chili dinner from 11 a.m.

COURT RECORDS

Felonies filed Chase Edward Knight, 30,Albany, aggravated DUI. Jake Gilford Parrish, 41, Durant, larceny of automobile.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Lock and Key Rentals to Savanna Lyn Dixon, warranty deed City of Durant to Carolyn J. Martens and Lana K. Lee Living Trust, quit claim deed-CORR Carolyn J. Martens and Lana K.

Rock Creek, Colbert split conference matchup

The opening quarter set the tone in both contests as Rock Creek and Colbert split a Bryan County Conference basketball pair last week in Colbert. In the opener, Rock Creek raced to a massive lead after one frame and never looked back for a 65-31 triumph.

Absentee ballot applications available for 2026 election year

Voters in Bryan County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for elections in 2026 should apply now, County Election Board Secretary Kimberly Norris said. Any registered voter may request absentee ballots for a specific election or for a full calendar year.

Jesus is the reason for the season

Jesus is the reason for the season.

Colbert has Christmas parade

Colbert has Christmas parade.

Calera Christmas Parade

Calera Christmas Parade.