Legal Notices Week of October 10, 2024
Legal Notice Case No. 24-2718 Letters of Administration on the Estate of Annie Ruth Moore, deceased, having been granted to Pamela Milam, as Personal Representative on the 9th day of September, 2024, by the Probate Court of Perry, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to... Read More
Third annual ‘Airing of the Quilts’ festival is Oct. 12 in Gee’s Bend
The third annual Airing of the Quilts in Gee’s Bend celebrates the tradition of outdoor quilt displays and offers a unique glimpse into the historic community of renowned African American quiltmakers. Set for Saturday, Oct. 12, the festival introduces new attractions, including an exhibition titled “Just Look Where He Brought Me From: The Family Quilts... Read More
Knight will speak at Perry Co. Historical Society fall program on Thurs., Oct. 17
The Perry County Historical Society invites the community to its Fall Meeting on Thursday, October 17th at 6 p.m. at the historic Marion Female Seminary. The evening’s program will feature Jackson Knight, author of the newly published book Churches of the Alabama Black Belt: Perry County. Knight’s book documents over 100 standing churches in Perry... Read More
BBCF awards arts grant to Lincolnite Club after school campus listing on National Register of Historic Places
To commemorate the listing of Lincoln Normal School on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior on November 29, 2022, the Black Belt Community Foundation on June 1, 2024 awarded the Lincolnite Club, Inc. a 2024 Arts Grant of $4,000 that required a $1,000 Lincolnite Club, Inc. Matching.... Read More
Willie J. “Preacher” Bell
Willie J. “Preacher” Bell passed away on September 21, 2024. A viewing was held on Monday, September 30, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, located at 302 Pickens Street. The Celebration of Life service took place on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 12:00 PM at Marion Baptist Academy, located... Read More
Darlene Adams Hughey
It is with profound sadness that the Hughey family announces the passing of Darlene Adams Hughey on December 30, 2023. Born on March 23, 1933, Darlene lived a life filled with faith, love, and service. She was married to Kenneth Hughey who passed away in 1995, for 42 years. She is survived by her son,... Read More
McMillan, AU student and Marion native, receives ALFA scholarship
The Alabama Farmers Federation scholarship program continues to cultivate the next generation of agriculturists. Seventy-seven students were recognized Sept. 23 during the annual awards program at Lazenby Farms in Auburn. The partnership between the Alabama Farmers Agriculture Foundation (AFAF) and county Farmers Federations awarded $136,000 to undergraduates pursuing degrees in agriculture, forestry and related fields... Read More
Leaking main shuts down Marion water
For the second time in a week, many Marion residents found themselves facing water service problems. On Saturday, Sept. 28, the City of Marion announced via its Facebook page that a water main was leaking near the intersection of Highway 5 and Monroe Street. The leak caused low water pressure issues throughout the city. A... Read More
Running Rams broke school record at Tuscaloosa cross-country meet Saturday
On Sept. 28, the Running Rams competed at the Paul Bryant Invitational hosted at Munny Sokol Park in Tuscaloosa, AL. The Rams ran in the junior varsity division that had a total of 31 runners competing. After starting at wide receiver and special teams for the homecoming game the night prior, Jadarius Carlisle still managed... Read More
