Bernie Delinski

United States

Staff Writer and Columnist at TimesDaily

Staff writer and columnist for the TimesDaily in Florence, Ala. Covers Florence and business and writes Bernie's World.

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Municipal elections: 23 qualified in first week

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | A. Stacy Long |Bernie Delinski |Kevin Taylor

The first week of qualifying for the Aug. 26 municipal elections in Franklin County saw 23 make their campaigns official, 14 of them incumbents. Prospective candidates who haven’t qualified have until 5 p.m. on June 24 to do so. As of June 13, no candidates had qualified in either Hodges or Vina. In Russellville, 11 have qualified for the six positions up for grabs.
Fostering a need: Donation of $1,260 helps needy Franklin County children

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | A. Stacy Long |Bernie Delinski |Kevin Taylor

Foster children often enter care with few, if any, belongings. In Franklin County right now, there are 75 children in foster care. And with the backto- school season fast approaching, the need for supplies is growing. These children come from all backgrounds, including sibling groups and teens with special needs. Many have experienced abuse or neglect. They all share one common need — a safe, stable home.
Maddox retires after 26 years of shaping young minds at RMS

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp |A. Stacy Long |Bernie Delinski |Kevin Taylor

R U S S E L L V I L L E — Teaching for Diane Maddox has never been just about grammar rules or reading comprehension, but rather about connection, creativity and care. After 26 years at Russellville Middle School, Maddox is retiring, leaving behind a legacy built on compassion, curiosity and laughter. “I always tried to see each student not just for who they were in class but for who they were becoming,” Maddox said. “Teaching is personal.
Confronting the escalating threat of antisemitism

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | A. Stacy Long |Bernie Delinski |Kevin Taylor

Oct. 7, 2023, didn’t happen in a vacuum. The effects of the deadliest terrorist attack in Israel’s history reverberated across the globe, and this evil found its way into the dark corners of our homeland. The Jewish people have been persecuted for centuries, but many Jewish Americans are experiencing violence today they’ve never witnessed in their lifetimes. Just two weeks ago, two Israeli embassy staff members were slain in the streets of our national capital.
Calendar Of Events

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | A. Stacy Long |Bernie Delinski |Kevin Taylor

June 20-21 – Phil Campbell Festival: The Phil Campbell Festival takes placeJune20-21atMemorial Park downtown. Friday kicks off the entertainment with Jase Swinney singing the “Star-Spangled Banner” at 5:30 p.m.; 6 p.m. – Pylant Family; 7 p.m. – Purpose; 8 p.m. – Kingsmen Quartet.
Make sure you’re registered to vote in municipal elections

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | A. Stacy Long |Bernie Delinski |Kevin Taylor

Qualifying has officially started for municipal elections. Prospective candidates who haven’t qualified have until 5 p.m. on June 24 to do so. And if you’re a resident of a city, make sure you are registered so you can vote on Aug. 26 Minimum qualifications for public service in Alabama are: For mayor and city council candidates the qualifications are: 1) Must be 18 years of age. 2) Must be a resident of the city or their respective district for 90 days prior to election.
Hundreds in the Shoals join in national demonstration

1 week ago | timesdaily.com | Bernie Delinski

FLORENCE - Kerry Shapiro was among hundreds of protesters Saturday in the Shoals and millions nationwide who expressed the need to take to the streets in the name of preservation of democracy. [email protected] or 256-740-5739. Twitter @TD_BDelinski
Hundreds in the Shoals join in national demonstration

1 week ago | timesdaily.com | Bernie Delinski

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Shoals demonstrators join in national protest

2 weeks ago | timesdaily.com | Bernie Delinski

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Ex-day care worker found guilty of manslaughter

2 weeks ago | timesdaily.com | Bernie Delinski

RUSSELLVILLE — Gasps of relief and joy came from family members of Autumn Wells when Franklin County Circuit Court Judge Brian P. Hamilton read the verdict Friday afternoon that Payton Nicole Gann was guilty of manslaughter in the infant's death. kAm%96 c\>@?E9\@=5 5:65 @? |2C49 h[ a_aa[ 2E %:?J %:86CD s2J r2C6 :? #65 q2J 27E6C 36:?8 =67E 2=@?6 7@C FA E@ EH@ 9@FCD 27E6C v2?? A=2465 96C @? 96C DE@>249 @? 2 q@AAJ A:==@H]k^AmkAmv2?? D9@H65 ?@ 6>@E:@? 2D D96 DE@@5 2E E96 5676?D6 E23=6 H96?