Kayte Sharee Phillips
Kayte Sharee Phillips, born March 30, 1987, died September 28, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, at the age of 38. A native of Uniontown, Alabama, she was known to family and friends as “Pooh- Lou.” She was the beloved daughter of Father Franklin D. Lewis and Shelia Phillips Ifezouke. Visitation will be Friday, October 10,... Read More
Erskine Stewart
Erskine “Pete” Stewart, born on October 15, 1951, passed away on September 30, 2025, at the age of 73. Pete enjoyed deer hunting and crappie fishing. He never met a stranger and loved sharing his passion for both. You could always find him watching football on Saturdays. He was a member of Pine Grove Baptist... Read More
Erle Randolph Richardson, Jr.
Erle Randolph “Randy” Richardson, Jr. passed away October 3, 2025 at the age of 79 at his home in Marion, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Selma April 11, 1946 to the late Erle Randolph Richardson, Sr. and Sara Lazenby Richardson. Randy graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from The University... Read More
Moundville boat ramp to close Oct. 13 for renovation
The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) will temporarily close the Moundville Public Boat Ramp for renovations on Monday, October 13, 2025. The facility provides boating and fishing access to the Warrior River 1 mile north of Moundville, Alabama. During the closure the launching slab... Read More
Moundville Park’s Native American Festival, Oct. 9-11, will celebrate the ‘Year of the Hawk’ for 2025
Moundville Archaeological Park, part of The University of Alabama, will celebrate the rich cultures and histories of Native Americans who call Alabama their homeland at the 37th annual Moundville Native American Festival Oct. 9-11. The festival will feature Native American dancers, storytellers, crafters, art vendors, and a selection of local and Native food vendors. From... Read More
Alabama saw traffic deaths decline in 2024, says ALDOT
Alabama saw a decline in traffic fatalities in 2024, according to the newly released Alabama Crash Facts report available online at the Drive Safe Alabama Website. The report shows 967 motor vehicle fatalities statewide, down from 975 in 2023. Total crashes also fell, from just over 143,000 in 2023 to right above 140,000 in 2024.... Read More
Francis Marion School Lady Rams defeated the Breakthrough Broncos
The Francis Marion School Lady Rams defeated the Breakthrough Broncos yet again on the volleyball court to end their regular season. The postseason begins October 15th with the area tournament at Billingsley High School. The Lady Rams will face off against Maplesville at 2:30 p.m. The championship match will follow at 4:00 p.m.
Berean Head Start joins the fight against breast cancer with “Stroll for the Cause”
On Friday morning, the children, families, and staff of Berean Head Start will step out into the community for a meaningful walk around the Perry County Courthouse. Dressed in pink and full of energy, our program will participate in a “Stroll for the Cause” to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to show support for... Read More
ATRC Area Agency on Aging’s ‘Santa for Seniors’ adoptions open from Oct. 1 through Nov. 15
Christmas. The most wonderful time of the year! But not for everyone. Many needy seniors never experience the joys of Christmas. Help change this by partnering with the ATRC Aging to sponsor a senior for the 7th Annual Santa for Seniors service project. Seniors are available to adopt between October 1-November 15. To sponsor a... Read More
Tuberville names Marion’s Brewer ‘Veteran of the Month’
U.S. Army National Guard Capt. Tamara Brewer of Marion has been named Alabama’s October “Veteran of the Month,” an honor announced in a video released by U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s office. Brewer, who grew up in Mobile, enlisted in the Alabama Army National Guard with a goal of helping in times of crisis after seeing... Read More