Marion Council will discuss rate increase, water improvements in coming weeks
State agency says city will have to raise rates to qualify for $6 million in funds for repairs The city of Marion has until August 1 to develop a plan for long-term fiscal sustainability if it wants to secure $6 million in funding to replace its beleaguered water system. The state agency offering to fund... Read More
Grand Jury indicts White for murder
Tomeka Desha White, age 43, of Marion, has been indicted by a Perry County Grand Jury on charges of murder in connection with the October 3 stabbing death last year of Lavaris Heard. The Grand Jury returned the indictment on June 14. White was arrested by Perry County Sheriff’s Department on June 30, and subsequently... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Jul 13, 2023
LEGAL NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that J.T. Harrison Construction Co., Inc. , Contractor has completed the Contract for Construction of: AL Fish Farming Center DCM Project # 2021424 Auburn University Greensboro, AL For Auburn University c/o Facilities Management, Owner, and have... Read More
Classifieds Week of July 13, 2023
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale County) — $6.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, 52¢ per word. Payable in advance of publication. — MINIMUM RATE (Outside Hale County) — $9.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, 65¢ per word. Payable... Read More
Southern Academy Cheerleaders shine at UCA Camp, bring home multiple honors
The Varsity and Junior Varsity cheerleading squads of Southern Academy have earned honors and accolades at the University Cheerleaders Association (UCA) camp held at Troy University from June 19-22. Coached by Sarah Beth Drury, the Varsity cheerleaders achieved the title of AISA State Champion Small Squad Runner-Up. Additionally, they placed third in Camp Routine, second... Read More
Man killed in Tuscaloosa County ATV crash July 1
A single-vehicle crash involving an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) occurred at approximately 10:49 p.m. Saturday, July 1, and has claimed the life of Brookwood man. Michael A. Hyche, 27, was critically injured when the 2016 Honda Foreman ATV he was operating left the roadway and struck a tree. Hyche was transported to DCH Regional Medical Center,... Read More
Hale County Hospital’s: Hospital Corner
Part of the mission of Hale County Hospital is to strengthen ties with our community partners. Over the last few years, Hale County Hospital has partnered with Project Horseshoe Farm, a local Community Health Non-Profit with its location on Main Street in Greensboro, in providing a Hospital Track for fellows that dedicate a year of... Read More
Alabama seafood: Grilling up a taste of the state’s Gulf Coast for summer
Alabama is home to some of the best seafood in the country. For many, it wouldn’t be summer without getting a taste of fresh Alabama seafood. While taking a trip to the coast is always fun, you can bring the taste of the coast to your own backyard grill. What’s on the menu?Alice Moore, an... Read More
4-H campers from Hale and Perry counties
On June 12, 4-H campers from Hale and Perry counties arrived at the Alabama 4-H Center in Columbiana for their summer camp program. Campers participated in a variety of activities such as paddle-boarding and kayaking. Zip-lining, volleyball, archery, swimming, and rock climbing were among some other activities enjoyed by the group. There were also lessons... Read More
Cahaba Medical Care plans ‘Fun Day’ for Perry County community on July 15
Cahaba Medical Care is preparing for their Community Fun Day and Frontier Residence Open House for Perry County. The event is slated for July 15, from 12 noon to 4 PM at Cahaba Medical Care, located at 1303 Washington Street in Marion. Residents are encouraged to bring children and youth for a day of fun... Read More