‘Made in Marion’ fashion show set for Feb. 17 on campus of Lincoln School
The Made in Marion Fashion Show and Taste of Marion for 2024 will be on Saturday, February 17, starting at 3 PM. This year’s show will be held at the Lincoln Normal School’s campus at 207 Lincoln Street in Marion, with ticket donations starting at $15 leading up to the show, and $20 at the... Read More
Rural Energy for America Program on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency was hosted at the Marion Art Center
The Rural Energy for America Program on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency was hosted at the Marion Art Center on Tuesday, January 30. The program was presented by Sam Green, President of Blue Phoenix Consulting in partnership with: Katrina Easley with Perry County Alabama Extension Office and Main Street Marion; Commissioner Cedric Hudson; C.H.O.I.C.E.; and... Read More
Services were Jan. 19 in Uniontown for former mayor James F. May, age 85
Deacon James F. May, a U.S. military veteran and former mayor of Uniontown, Alabama, has passed away at the age of 85. He was born Feb. 10, 1938. He died Jan. 12, 2024 at Hospice of West Alabama in Tuscaloosa leaving the community to mourn a respected leader and public servant. Visitation for Deacon May... Read More
Francis Marion School had Dr. Cathy Trimble as the featured speaker for Motivational Monday series of lectures
Francis Marion School had Dr. Cathy Trimble as the featured speaker for their ongoing Motivational Monday series of lectures. A native of Marion, Dr. Trimble has spent over 30 years involved in education and working with students. In those 30 years, Dr. Trimble gained experience as a coach, teacher, assistant principal, and a principal. She... Read More
Robert C. Hatch School awarded state grant for after-school programs
Robert C. Hatch School in Uniontown is one of 25 organizations in the state receiving a grant for after school programs, it was announced last week. The Alabama Expanded Learning Alliance (AELA) recently partnered with the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education (ADECE) to announce recipients of the Out-of-Time Funding program grants. AELA will be... Read More
Local artist Jason Irvin will have solo show at Opera House on Sunday, Feb. 4
The Greensboro Opera House will be hosting a solo art show featuring the works of Uniontown-based artist Jason Irvin on Sunday, February 4 from 3 PM to 5 PM. Known for his photorealistic portraits, Irvin has presented at the Kentuck Festival of the Arts and in other galleries throughout the South. Western themes, Jazz portraits,... Read More
Further details out on indictment of Sanders for capital murder
Further details have been made public following the indictment and arrest last week of a Marion man on two counts of capital murder in Hale County. Joshua Sanders, 44, of Marion, was arrested Jan. 10 on the charges. The indictment charges that Sanders “did intentionally cause the death of” Kendric Wright of Marion. Sanders is... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Feb 01, 2024
Legal Notice In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama,1975, notice is hereby given that N.C. Morgan ConstructionCo., Inc., Contractor, has completed the contract for Renovations and Additions at Greensboro Middle School for the State of Alabama and The Hale County Board of Education, Owners, and has requested final settlement of said Contract.... Read More
Classifieds Week of Feb 01, 2024
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) — $10.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20,75¢ per word. Payable in advance of publication.— MINIMUM RATE (Outside Hale or Perry County) — $10.00 per insertion,20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, 95¢ per word.... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Jan 25, 2024
Legal Notice In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama,1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that Ketom Construction Co, Inc. has completed the Contract for the construction of Exterior Porch and Step Renovations at Perry County Courthouse, Marion, Alabama (Architect’s ProjectNo. 210036) for the Owner, and have made a request for final... Read More