Myrtle Couch Dunn
Myrtle Couch Dunn, 87, of Demopolis passed away August 1 at Woodhaven Manor. She was born September 24, 1938, in Marion Junction and grew up on a dairy farm near Scotts Station in Perry County. Her family moved to Demopolis in 1951 after her father’s death. Myrtle worked from a young age to help support... Read More
Free small business support session will be Aug. 20 in Newbern
The Town of Newbern will host a free evening of small business support Thursday, August 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Newbern Town Hall, 7777 Highway 61. The event, presented with Communities Unlimited, a nonprofit that works with rural communities and entrepreneurs across the South, is open to business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs alike.... Read More
Marengo County historical society sets Rooster Auction and Membership Party Saturday, tickets for sale now
The Marengo County Historical Society will hold its Rooster Auction and Membership Party on Sat., Aug. 15, at 6 p.m. at the Coplin Building, 203 E. Washington St. in Demopolis. The evening will feature live and silent auctions, live music by Trey Rowell, food and BYOB. Auction items include a painting by Sierra Murphy, a... Read More
Pollinator census returns August 21-22, and counters are needed
Anyone with a spare 15 minutes and a flowering plant can contribute to real scientific research this month. The Great Southeast Pollinator Census returns Friday and Saturday, August 21-22, and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System is inviting residents of all ages to take part. Participants choose a flowering plant, watch it for 15 minutes, and... Read More
ALBBAA names Black Belt Birding Festival as first ‘Black Belt Signature Event’
Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association Executive Director Pam Swanner presents the $5,000 grant check to Alabama Audubon to support the Alabama Black Belt Birding Festival’s continued growth and future programming. Pictured, from left, are Swanner, State Rep. Curtis Travis, Alabama Audubon executive director Dr. R. Scot Duncan, State Sen. Gerald Allen and Tim Higgins, coordinator... Read More
MPD releases July activity report
The Marion Police Department released the following monthly activity report for July. Reports taken July 4 – Eluding police, Highway 14July 4 – Harassment, East Lafayette StreetJuly 4 – Assault, second degree, Washington Street (Texaco)July 5 – Menacing, Thompson StreetJuly 5 – Domestic violence disturbance, Lincoln HeightsJuly 6 – Abuse/neglect call, East Lafayette StreetJuly 7... Read More
Angela Courtland Carlisle
Angela Courtland Carlisle, 40, passed away August 2. She was born November 22, 1985. Public viewing will be held Friday, August 14, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Glen White Memorial Funeral Home, 255 Franklin Street, Uniontown. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 15, at 11 a.m. at Woodlawn Missionary Baptist Church, Woodlawn Church... Read More
Deadline nears for PC Styles Cosmetology Program applications
Perry County School System students interested in cosmetology have until Tuesday, August 18, to apply for the PC Styles Cosmetology Program. The program is open to students in the Perry County School System entering the 10th grade or higher, and students must complete an application to be considered for the class. Offerings include hands-on training... Read More
White Dirt: A southern tradition researchers hope to understand
Across Alabama and the wider South, some people eat white dirt. They may call it white dirt, chalk, kaolin, sour dirt, red dirt, or simply “dirt.” Some enjoy its earthy smell, smooth texture, or distinctive taste. Others reach for it when they have an upset stomach, during pregnancy, or when they feel a craving that... Read More
Perry County Schools remind families of new state school attendance law
As students head back to class, Perry County Schools is reminding families of the requirements of Alabama’s compulsory school attendance law for the 2026-2027 school year. “Every school day counts,” Francis Marion School said in sharing the reminder. “Regular attendance is one of the most important factors in a student’s academic success.” State law requires... Read More