Jubilee

Thousands Enjoy Saturday Line Up of Jubilee Events

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From the West Alabama Newsroom– People continue to make there way to Selma for the annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee. The Saturday line-up featured a second full day of events — highlighted by several outdoor activities. “Having a super fantastic time with family, friends, post pandemic. We’re able to come and celebrate another Jubilee,” said Cicely Curtis of Selma. Hundreds of…

Safety Preparations Before Bridge Crossing Jubilee

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Local law enforcement is gearing up for the largest civil rights commemoration in the world, the 55th anniversary of the Bridge Crossing Jubilee. “We want them to know that we’re going to do everything possible to make sure this weekend is a safe weekend for them so they can come out and enjoy,” said Selma Police Chief Kenta Fulford. Fulford…

Selma Mayor Defends City Fees for Jubilee Bridge Crossing

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From the West Alabama Newsroom– Selma Mayor Darrio Melton defended the city’s position of charging Jubilee organizers more than $23,000 dollars in fees for the event. He also denied allegations that the fees are an effort to try and stop the Bridge Crossing Jubilee from happening. Melton says the city can no longer offer city services for the event at no charge….