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Gomillion family settled in the Pigeon Creek community

March 20, 2010

The Gomillion name is presumed to be a derivation of Gmelin or Gamalon. Various records suggest the family originated in the country of France or Germany and later migrated to Holland or Scotland. After several generations, some members of this family immigrated to the United States. Read story

Ansley family can boast heritage from British shores to Georgia

Saturday, March 6, 2010

In an earlier column, the Ansley family was introduced, and the Duncan McLean Ansley line was covered in some depth. In response to that writing, considerable early genealogy on the Ansley family has been provided that allows further coverage. Today’s column will be a look at the earlier ancestors and generations leading to that of Duncan McLean Ansley. Read story

Barfoot family celebrates at reunion in Snowdoun

Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010

Families having association with Covington County are presented in this column in various formats and often include coverage of family reunions. Read story

Reeves family originated in Pike County

Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010

One branch of the Reeves family arrived in Covington County circa 1907. The parents of this family were natives of Pike County, Ala. Read story

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Gomillion family settled in the Pigeon Creek community

The Gomillion name is presumed to be a derivation of Gmelin or Gamalon. Various records suggest the family originated in the country of France or Germany and later migrated to Holland or Scotland. After several generations, some members of this family immigrated to the United States. Read story

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After reading the story Thursday on the front page of The Star-News I was saddened, and then I got mad! (Remembering Christie: Compressed air claimed life of 21-year-old who huffed) This story is just getting too common. When is enough enough? Read story



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