Executive session, talk of flooding sewer mark Marion Council’s first May meeting
In a somewhat contentious Marion City Council meeting on May 5, one citizen voiced concerns about sewage and water back-up in an apartment complex in the ‘Hill’ area. The woman, who did not give her name, told the Council about a recent flooding event in the apartments and how she had to help a mother... Read More
Francis Marion alumnus is named new school principal
The Perry County Board of Education has named Demetrice Jackson as the new principal of Francis Marion School for the 2025-2026 school year. A 2002 graduate of Francis Marion, Jackson has more than seventeen years of experience as an educator, coach, athletic director, and school leader in the state of Alabama. Jackson’s most recent position... Read More
Rams ran hard at state track and field championship in Cullman
The Running Rams competed at Cullman High School May 2-3 in the AHSAA 1A Track and Field State Championship. They had a total of 23 athletes qualify to compete at this culminating event. The weekend was tough with storms, weather delays, flooding tent areas, and unfortunate calls from relay officials, but all the Rams athletes... Read More
Classifieds Week of May 22, 2025
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) —$20.00 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) —$20.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, 95¢ per... Read More
Legal Notices Week of May 22, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE The Perry County Commission is hiring a Solid Waste Clerk/Administrative Assistant. Responsibilities: Mail and Post solid waste payments to customers’ accounts. Update County website and perform other administrative tasks assigned: You can seek an application at the Career Center in Selma or at the Administrator’s office at the Perry County Courthouse. Education: Minimum... Read More
Timothy D. Miller
Timothy D. Miller, 63, of Faunsdale, went to his eternal home on May 8, 2025. He was born on December 23, 1961, in Uniontown, OH to Daniel J. Miller and Anna Mae Slabaugh Miller. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Steve Miller (Cheryl) of Greensboro, AL; and his brother-in-law Mark Schmidt... Read More
Fred Nichols
Fred Nichols, 79, of Heiberger, AL went to his eternal home on May 8, 2025. He was born on June 27, 1946 in Sprott, AL to Avery F. Nichols, Sr. and Bertha Jane Ingram Nichols. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Avery F. Nichols, Jr., Bobby G. Nichols, Claude V. Nichols,... Read More
Joel Frederick Snodgrass
Joel Frederick “Squirrel” Snodgrass age 86, a truck driver, of Uniontown, AL died May 6, 2025 at his home. He was born May 30, 1938 in Marengo County, AL to Claudy G. Snodgrass, Jr. and Winnie B. Jordan Snodgrass. He attended Uniontown Church of God. He is survived by his son, Billy Joe Snodgrass; stepson,... Read More
Hale County Hospital’s: Hospital Corner
Celebrating Hospital Week at Hale County Hospital National Hospital Week 2025 is taking place from May 11th to 17th! This week offers a special opportunity to recognize and honor the dedicated healthcare professionals who make hospitals and health systems thrive. At Hale County Hospital, we are proud to celebrate the hard work, resilience, and dedication... Read More
Edward Lee Harris Jr.
Edward Lee Harris Jr., the son of Melvin and Barbara Turner, reached a significant milestone on Saturday, May 10th, graduating from Stillman College with a Bachelor of Science. This achievement came exactly 40 years after his mother, Barbara Paige Turner, graduated from the same institution, adding another chapter to the family’s educational legacy. Harris is... Read More