Former Akron town clerk pleads to using office for personal gain Monday
On August 7, Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the conviction of former Akron Town Clerk Diann Taylor, 43, on felony ethics and... Read More
Woman sues city of Marion, former MPD chief and officer, alleging wrongful arrest and police brutality
A lawsuit has been filed against the City of Marion, Alabama, former Chief of Police Damien Steele, and former Police Officer Lonnie... Read More
Canceled meeting means city may not fix sewer line until after Aug. 21
Marion City Council’s first meeting for the month of August, scheduled to be held this past Monday night, was canceled due to... Read More
FMHS football season will kick off this month, first game set for August 25
Francis Marion School released their Varsity Football schedule for the 2023 football season, prior to the beginning of the academic year. Beginning... Read More
Newbern man reportedly arrested for shooting Sunday
A Newbern man was reportedly arrested Sunday afternoon, Aug. 6 for a shooting that happened in Marion early that morning. No complaint... Read More
Extension offers tips for healthy start to school year
After a few months away from the classroom and a regular school routine, the summer fun is winding down and it’s time... Read More
New businesses open in Marion’s former Kwik-Way building
Marion has a new business with Judy’s Convenience Store and Punkyn’s Soul Food Kitchen. Located at 902 Washington Street, the convenience store... Read More
First cohort of Shelton, Bibb nursing program graduates Aug. 4
Shelton State Community College’s (SSCC) first cohort of practical nursing (PN) students at Bibb Medical Center (BMC) will receive their nursing pins... Read More
Black Belt will host Alabama Audubon’s third annual Birding Festival this weekend
Alabama Audubon is pleased to announce the third annual Black Belt Birding Festival in Greensboro, Alabama on August 4 & 5, 2023.... Read More