From the West Alabama Newsroom– A vacant school building in Selma is raising concerns among residents in one of the city’s historic districts. Byrd School closed down in 2019 — and it’s now a city-owned property. It’s been damaged by a hurricane and a tornado since it closed six years ago. And now sits in a state of disrepair. People…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The historic district in Selma is one of the biggest in the country. Dozens of buildings located in the district were damaged — by the January 12th tornado. And many still have a long way to go — on the road to recovery. Built in 1853 — Sturdivant Hall is an iconic piece of Selma’s…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– Selma’s historic district was one of the areas in the city — hit hardest by the January 12th tornado. Nevertheless — the annual event showcasing the area — will go on as scheduled. The city of Selma has one of the largest historic districts in the entire Southeast region. The annual Historic Selma Tour of…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– A 46-year annual Selma tradition — returns in a new way — following a two-year COVID-related hiatus. After more than four and half decades — the annual Historic Selma Pilgrimage — is no more. But it’s only because organizers — are now calling the event — the Historic Selma Tour of Homes. “Selma has the…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The 42nd Annual Historic Selma Pilgrimage is coming up this weekend in Selma. The Historic Selma Pilgrimage showcases one of the largest historic districts in the southeast. It features two days of guided tours through some of the city’s most historic homes and buildings. “I love the mix this year, it’s a great mix,” said…
