Berenice Small Artis
Berenice Small Artis peacefully transitioned from this life on May 23, 2026, at the age of 69. A native of Greensboro, Alabama, she was born on September 28, 1956, to the late Kilas (Emma) Rutley and Ethel Small. Shortly after graduating from Greensboro High School, Berenice answered the call to serve her country by joining... Read More
Cooking in the Black Belt
Ah! The sun again! Who knew May could be so gray? Now that the clouds have cleared, I can see my yard for what it is now: overgrown and still muddy in some spots. I like to think of cutting the grass like shaving. Once it starts to itch, it’s time to cut. With all... Read More
Tombigbee RC&D accepting grant applications through June 30
The Tombigbee Resource Conservation and Development Council is accepting applications for its fiscal year 2027 grant cycle, with funding ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 per project. Applications are being accepted through June 30. No late applications will be accepted. Approved projects may begin on Oct. 1. Grants are awarded on a reimbursement-only basis, meaning applicants must cover costs upfront and submit for repayment after... Read More
Turner bypasses commission, names new interim county administrator
Perry County Commission Chairman Albert Turner Jr. unilaterally appointed a new interim county administrator on May 27, one day after the county canvassing board certified results showing he lost his District 1 seat to challenger Donald Bennett by a single vote. In a letter to the four other commissioners dated May 27, Turner said he... Read More
Eastern Star hosts ‘Evening of Inspiration’ at Eagle Grove
Taylor’s Pride Order of Eastern Star hosted an “Evening of Inspiration with Tea” at Eagle Grove Baptist Church on Sunday, April 26, drawing more than 75 guests for an afternoon of fellowship, elegance, and style. The atmosphere was vibrant, with many attendees embracing the spirit of spring by adorning themselves in beautiful dresses complemented by... Read More
Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District annual poster contest
Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District annual poster contest winners Kallyan Steadman, first place, and Mary Ann Wood, second place, are pictured with their teacher, Bettie Lucky. All three are from Francis Marion School. This year’s contest theme was “Soil: Where It All Begins.”
They faked a medical emergency and she was waiting outside
Five Charged in Connection With Perry County PREP Center Escape Five people have been charged in connection with the escape of four inmates from the Perry County Correctional PREP Center in Uniontown early Saturday, including a Selma woman accused of driving to the facility to pick up the men and hiding them in her apartment... Read More
State Democratic Party reportedly sets hearing on challenge of one-vote loss
The Alabama Democratic Party has scheduled a hearing for Friday on Albert Turner Jr.’s challenge of his one-vote loss in the Perry County Commission District 1 Democratic primary, bringing a local election dispute to the state level after Probate Judge Carlton L. Hogue certified challenger Donald J. Bennett as the Democratic nominee and declared the... Read More
Classifieds Week of June 04, 2026
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) — $20.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, $1.25 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,... Read More
Legal Notices Week of June 04, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that Frasier-Ousley Construction and Engineering, Inc., Contractor, has completed the Contract for HVAC Replacement for Perry County Schools, 23-268, for Perry County Schools, Owner, and have made request for final settlement of said Contract. All persons... Read More