William Carey Nichols
William Carey Nichols, Jr. (Nick), 68 of Tallassee, AL, passed away on September 8, 2024. Born February 20, 1956 in Marion, AL to Doris and Carey Nichols, Nick attended Francis Marion High School, Troy State University, and Auburn University. Nick began his career with the state of Alabama in 1977 as a conservation trainee at... Read More
Lee James Lucky
Lee James Lucky was born on August 5, 1952, to Johnnie Lucky, Sr. and Sarah Ann Lucky of Marion, AL. He confessed Christ at an early age and joined Providence Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Dr. F.D. Craig. He later joined Trinity Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and dedicated member.... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Sep 12, 2024
Legal Notice NOTICE OF COMPLETION Utilities Board of Greensboro, Alabama Notice is hereby given that Suncoast Infrastructure, Inc., 1858 Hwy. 49 South, P.O. Box 397, Florence, MS 39073 has completed all work on the Proposed Greensboro Sewer Infrastructure Improvements Project Rebid Contract “1” – Greensboro Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project – CWSRF Project No. CS010942-01. All... Read More
Classifieds Week of Sep 12, 2024
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) —$20.00 per insertion, 20words or less. All words in excess of 20, 75¢ 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 20,95¢ per word. Payable in... Read More
Hale County Hospital’s: Hospital Corner
From Hospital to Home: A Community of Support at Hale County Hospital At Hale County Hospital, our commitment to your well-being doesn’t end when you leave our care. We know that transitioning from the hospital to home can be challenging, and we’re here to help make that process as smooth as possible. That’s why we... Read More
September is Hunger Action Month, steps you can take to help out
September is Hunger Action Month and the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama (CFB) and Feeding America is encouraging the public to make every action matter. During the month-long campaign, CFB will be raising awareness and inspiring action across central Alabama. “With one in six people and one in five children experiencing food insecurity in... Read More
Mrs. Essie Bell Moore
Mrs. Essie Bell Moore, affectionately known as “Ms. Essie,” was born on December 12, 1934, and passed away on August 13, 2024, at the age of 89. Ms. Essie Bell Moore was born in Marion, Alabama, to the late Kathy Lee Moore. She was a faithful member of Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Ms. Moore... Read More
Free prostate cancer screening will be September 21 at Health Dept.
On Saturday, September 21, 2024, the Urology Health Foundation will hold a free prostate cancer screening for men 40 years of age and older from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County Health Department on 1748 South Washington Street in Marion, Alabama. No appointments are needed. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause... Read More
Perry County Commissioner completes 50 hours of professional development training recently
Perry County Commissioner Anthony Long recently joined an elite group of Alabama county officials by completing 50 hours of professional development training – training on the responsibilities of the county commission – from the Alabama Local Government Training Institute (ALGTI). The commissioner was recognized for this achievement at the Association of County Commissions of Alabama... Read More
FMS Lady Rams find their stride against Broncos in volleyball match
The Francis Marion volleyball team, with new coaches and many new players to the game of volleyball, found their rhythm against the Breakthrough Broncos September 3rd by winning three straight games in a best of five match. The Lady Rams have a team full of incredible talent (16 ladies to be exact), but they had... Read More