Christmas on the Spectrum: A Sensory-Friendly Holiday Celebration For many families, the Christmas season is filled with bright lights, bustling crowds, loud music, and festive excitement. But for neurodivergent children—especially those with autism—these very elements can make the holidays difficult to enjoy. Sensory overload, bright flashing lights, long lines, unpredictable noises, crowded rooms, and fast-paced... Read More

The Alabama Agriculture and Conservation Development Commission Program offers General Cost Incentive Program (Cost Share) practices for Erosion, Water Quality Improvement, and Reforestation. The program is administered locally by the Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District Board. The sign-up period began on October 1, 2025, and will close on December 31, 2025. Applications are... Read More

The City of Uniontown is accepting applications for the position of City Clerk / Court Clerk. This full-time position pays $42,000 annually and is responsible for a wide range of administrative, financial, and clerical duties for both City Hall and Municipal Court operations. Applicants should submit a completed application, résumé, and references to: City of... Read More

The City of Marion will host its 2025 Christmas Parade and “Christmas on the Square” celebration on Saturday, Dec. 13, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in downtown Marion. The evening parade will roll along Washington Street as part of the Christmas on the Square festivities, with holiday lights and decorations planned throughout the downtown area. The... Read More

Revenue from struggling water system is Marion’s sole positive position, while city ran a general fund deficit of over $1 million for the year The Times-Standard-Herald has obtained a copy of Banks, Finley, and White’s outside audit of the City of Marion’s 2022 fiscal year. The long-delayed audit shows a negative General Fund balance, unrecorded... Read More