15 Years Ago in the Perry County Herald May 10, 2007
At the Perry County Courthouse on Wednesday, Mattie Atkins carried a sign bearing pictures of a young man in cap and gown that read, “Justice for Jimmy.” Reporters and television crews milled around all morning waiting for any news at all. People around Marion wondered aloud what result the Grand Jury, called back into session... Read More
Place flags, honor veterans at Marion Cemetery on Saturday, May 28
The Marion Cemetery Associations, Inc. board members will host a flag decorating of local veterans’ graves for Memorial Day. “Please come help our members place flags for all of our veterans,” said board members. Volunteers will meet in the Marion Cemetery on Saturday, May 28, at 9:00 a.m. American flags will be available. If you... Read More
150 Years Ago in the Marion Commonwealth May 16, 1872
Two Fine Milk Cows with nursing calves for sale at very moderate prices. Apply at this office. Died – In Mobile, on the 1st day of May, 1872, Mr. Peyton B. Mason, formerly of Marion, in the 26th year of his life. Come and See! – There will be a meeting of the Washington Commandery,... Read More
120 Years Ago in the Marion Democrat May 15, 1902
Some people will pay $25 to $40 for a few wedding invitations off at Atlanta, Philadelphia, Chicago, or New York when they can get just as good at the Democrat office for 5 or 6. Don’t that seem strange to you! Mr. T. B. Crenshaw returned this week from Nanafalia with his two brothers, Jack... Read More
Judy Lee Fondren Bowles
Judy Lee (Fondren) Bowles, 68, of Warrenton, Missouri, went to her heavenly home on May 14, 2022. She was born to Allen Patterson Fondren and Isabel Duncan Fondren in Moundville, AL on July 15, 1953. Judy graduated from Hale County High School, and went on to Livingston University after graduation. She was married to Charles... Read More
Donate to help with upkeep at Burroughs Cemetery
If you have a family member resting in the Burroughs Cemetery, please send a contribution for the upkeep and maintenance to: Burroughs Cemetery Fund, c/o Samuel Ryan, 8890 County Road 32, Greensboro, AL 36744.
Thomaston will host Watermelon Festival on June 25
The Town of Thomaston will be host to a Watermelon Festival on June 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will be held at the old Marengo County High School building, located at 21461 Range St. in Thomaston. The festival has been organized to help promote and raise funds for the refurbishment of... Read More
Donate to Pleasant Valley cemetery fund
Remember your family members and loved ones by contributing to the maintenance and upkeep of Pleasant Valley cemetery. Send your donations to: Pleasant Valley Cemetery Fund, c/o Ren Kynard, 1605 Water Oak Rd., Greensboro.
Sunshine School alumni picnic set for July 2
There will be an alumni picnic on July 2 for alumni of Sunshine High School in Newbern. The picnic is scheduled to go from 4:00 p.m. until and will be held at the Newbern Ball Park. The organizers are asking all classes who plan to have a setup there to provide a donation of $50... Read More
Donate medical expense fund for Caleb Mitchell
On Nov. 7, 2021, Caleb Mitchell was involved in a near-fatal car accident. He has had numerous surgeries and has been unable to work. In February, he lost his health insurance and savings have run out. There has been an account set up at the Bank of Moundville to help with his expenses. Donations may... Read More