Tutt charged with burglary, assault
William Edward Tutt Jr., 25, of Montevallo, was arrested on Sunday, April 13, 2026, on charges of first-degree burglary, second-degree assault, third-degree assault, and third-degree criminal mischief in connection with an incident on or about April 4 in Perry County. According to the complaint filed in Perry County District Court, Tutt allegedly entered or remained... Read More
Wildfire burns in Perry as state issues Fire Alert
A wildfire is burning in the Williams Creek area of the Talladega National Forest’s Oakmulgee Ranger District in Perry County, according to the U.S. Forest Service. The agency said the Williams Creek Fire is burning in an area previously impacted by tornado damage, where heavy dead and downed timber is fueling the blaze. The fire... Read More
Primary election set for May 19; voter registration deadline is May 4
Perry County voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, to cast ballots in the Alabama statewide primary election, with contested races for sheriff, county commission, and board of education on the ballot. The deadline to register to vote in the primary is Monday, May 4. Alabama does not offer same-day registration, so... Read More
Marion meets ADEM deadline with project plan; U’town has not responded
The City of Marion met a state-imposed April 10 deadline to explain how it will complete a federally funded sewer project on time, submitting a response through its contracted engineering firm that outlines an aggressive construction schedule and states that all remaining funds can be spent before the end of the year. The City of... Read More
Suit alleges fraud behind proposed Judson campus deal
When the Marion City Council and the Perry County Commission approved tax abatements in January for a company promising to bring 51 jobs and a $24.5 million pharmaceutical logistics operation to the former Judson College campus, the project was presented as a major opportunity for a community that has been waiting years to see new... Read More
Classifieds Week of Apr 16, 2026
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) —$20.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, $1.25 per word. Payable in advance of publication. — MINIMUM RATE (Outside Hale or Perry County) —$20.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, $1.25 per... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Apr 16, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF COMPLETION In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39 Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that Paulk Construction, Inc. Contractor has completed the contract for the MOD AL157-1B-2, VIII, at Greensboro, AL for The Housing Authority of The City of Greensboro Owner(s), and have made request for final settlement of... Read More
Community Plant and Seed Swap will be April 11
There will be a Community Plant and Seed Swap on Saturday, April 11, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Siloam Baptist Church, 505 Washington Street, Marion. Residents are invited to bring plants, seeds, or cuttings to swap, though no contribution is required to attend. The Perry County Extension Office will be on hand to offer... Read More
Oak Grove Augustine plans ‘Gospel Explosion’ fundraiser May 16
Oak Grove Augustine Baptist Church will host a Gospel Explosion Fundraiser on Saturday, May 16, at the Selma Convention Center, 211 Washington Street in Selma. Doors open at noon, with the event running from 1 to 5 p.m. The church is pastored by Bishop Dr. J.L. Davis. Advance tickets are $20 and can be purchased... Read More
Miss Marion Pageant Will Return May 3 at Lincoln
The City of Marion is sponsoring the Miss Marion Pageant, set for Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at Lincoln Auditorium, corner of Lee and Lincoln Streets in Marion. The pageant will feature five age divisions: Tiny Marion (ages 2–5), Little Miss Marion (ages 6–9), Pre-Teen Marion (ages 10–12), Miss Teen Marion (ages 13–15),... Read More