Program on elder law set for Aug. 3 at Tartt Library in Livingston
Legal Services Alabama (LSA) is hosting an important elder law learning opportunity to address guardianships and conservatorships August 3 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at the Ruby Pickens Tartt Public Library. Attendees can learn more about the legal processes involved with guardianships/conservatorships, when they are absolutely necessary and when they should be avoided. Guardianships... Read More
Career training set for September in Moundville, register for program now
Shelton State Community College and Westervelt Lumber partnered in May to provide free Alabama Career Essentials (ACE) training. As a result of ACE training, four Shelton State students were offered employment, marking a successful conclusion to the program’s first training session. ACE is a FREE training course designed by the Alabama Community College System to... Read More
Resources available to landowners to help fight southern pine beetle infestation
Southern pine beetles (SBPs) have the potential to ravage pine forests and decimate the investments of timber owners. What seems to start with one infested tree can quickly multiply into a big problem. Education about this species and new relief funding are key to protecting vulnerable natural resources. Biology and Identification Scientifically known as Dendroctonus... Read More
Harold Curtis McLaughlin
Harold Curtis McLaughlin, born February 22, 1955, entered eternal rest on July 14, 2023. A resident of Marion, Alabama, Harold lived a vibrant 68 years. A wake was held for him at Ashley’s Lee & Rollins Funeral Home on July 21, 2023. The following day, family, friends, and loved ones gathered for a graveside service... Read More
Eddie C. White Jr.,
Eddie C. White Jr., born January 2, 1931, passed away on July 15, 2023, in Houston, Texas. Eddie was originally from Uniontown, Alabama, but had relocated to the Bronx, New York. Visitation and funeral services were held in Houston on July 22, 2023, at Mabrie Memorial Mortuary. Additional services will be held in the Bronx... Read More
Willie P. Holifield
Willie P. Holifield, born on February 22, 1967, passed away on July 20, 2023, at the age of 56. A viewing will be held on July 29, 2023, at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, followed by a Celebration of Life at Morning Star Baptist Church in Marion, Alabama, on July 30, 2023. Interment will be at... Read More
Kelvin E Melton
Kelvin E Melton, born on February 4, 1977, passed away on July 19, 2023, at the age of 46. A viewing will take place on July 28, 2023, at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, with a Celebration of Life held the following day, July 29, at Poplar Grove Baptist Church in Marion, Alabama, where he will... Read More
James Wesley Goree, III
James Wesley Goree, III, passed away on July 18, 2023. Born on January 28, 1957, James lived a fulfilling 66 years. A viewing took place on July 21, 2023, at Melvin Miller Funeral Service. His life was celebrated in a service at First Congregational Church in Marion, Alabama, on July 22, 2023, followed by interment... Read More
Sallie Reese
Sallie Reese, a beloved senior citizen of Marion Junction, Alabama, passed away on July 22, 2023, at the age of 86 at the Lighthouse Nursing Home in Selma, Alabama. Visitation will take place at Phillip White’s Julia L. White Funeral Home in Uniontown on July 29, 2023. The funeral service will be held at St.... Read More
Roosevelt Moore
Roosevelt Moore passed away on July 17, 2023. His life will be celebrated with a viewing on July 29, 2023, at Melvin Miller Funeral Service in Marion, Alabama, followed by a Celebration of Life ceremony on July 30, 2023, at the same location.