As many of you know, my weekend side gig is being a tour guide at the Pine Mountain Wild Animal Safari. It’s a fun job, gets me out into the fresh air and sunshine, and adds a little bit to my bank account. And … I get tips.
The last Ford Model T is shown rolling along the assembly line this week in 1927. Today this car is featured in The Henry Ford Museum. It serves as a poignant reminder of mass production at its finest.
A Talbot County man was taken into custody on Monday, May 11 in connection with a Phenix City, AL murder case, according to police reports. According to reports, Harvey Lee Walker, 36, of Columbus was pronounced dead after a shooting incident that occurred at the Colonial Inn located on Highway 80 in Phenix City on Monday May 11 around 2 a.m.
Everybody’s going ga-ga about AI (artificial intelligence) and what it can and can’t do. So, on a whim, I went online and asked an AI generator to write a two-paragraph introduction for this week’s column. Here it is: “Think you know your world, your history, and the odd bits of trivia in between? Welcome to our weekly trivia column, where we dig into the delightful, the surprising, and the downright peculiar facts that make our world endlessly fascinating. Whether you’re a seasoned quiz fanatic or someone who simply enjoys a good ‘Huh—I never knew that,’ you’ll find plenty here to spark curiosity and maybe even win you a future bet or two. “Each week, we’ll serve up a mix of brain-teasers, behind-the-scenes stories, and unexpected nuggets pulled from science, culture, politics, and everyday life. Some answers may astonish you, others may make you laugh, but all are guaranteed to give you a fresh appreciation for the extraordinary hiding in the ordinary. Ready to test your knowledge? Let’s dive in.” Sheesh, that’s not bad. I might just find myself out of a job. Let’s get into this week’s silly stuff, okay? I thought you’d agree.
I remember a lot of things about former Atlanta Braves Manager Bobby Cox and so will the history books. Some of the records he set can be looked upon as great accomplishments, but there is one record that most people might think is not so wonderful but it truly is.
Greetings and blessings! Congratulations all 2026 Honor Graduates! We are so extremely proud and grateful to acknowledge your challenging achievements and accomplishments. Perhaps you are now thinking, “I got it made now” or maybe saying, “It’s all over now” but be not deceived (misled). Surprise! Surprise! Spoiler alert, it’s just the beginning!
Central Elementary-High School (CEHS) will hold graduation ceremonies for the 2026 graduates on Friday, May 22, according to Superintendent Jonathan Taylor. This year 26 students will participate in the commencement exercises.
Last week this column noted the first “alien” planet featured in the original Battlestar Galactica 1978 television series, and this week the five remaining plants are featured.
A decision was made at the Talbot County Commission meeting held on Monday, May 4 to purchase equipment will save the county money.
