100 Black Men of West Ala. to hold heart health event in Tuscaloosa on Jan. 31
The 100 Black Men of West Alabama, Inc. will host a community event titled “Our Hearts and Health Matter” on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., on the campus of Stillman College in the Wynn Center. The event is designed to raise awareness about heart health and address disparities in healthcare... Read More
Tom Barnette
Tom Barnette was born on August 16, 1962, and passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the age of 63. He graduated from Greensboro Public High School West in 1982 and was a resident of Brookwood, AL, at the time of his passing. He owned and was employed at Acro Electric in Tuscaloosa, AL.... Read More
Utility assistance available for residents of Hale, Perry
Community Service Programs of West Alabama is now scheduling appointments for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) help with power bills, using an automated phone system because of high demand. Appointments are first-come, first-served. Residents age 60 and older may begin scheduling LIHEAP appointments starting at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, by calling 1-833-836-7820.... Read More
Rosemari Claibon-Hopson
Assistant District Attorney Rosemari Claibon-Hopson, who served in Alabama’s 4th Judicial Circuit, died Jan. 10 after what colleagues described as a private health battle. Claibon-Hopson worked in the circuit that covers Bibb, Dallas, Hale, Perry and Wilcox counties. She was most recently assigned to Dallas County Juvenile Court, the district criminal division and the child... Read More
Cooking in the Black Belt
This past weekend, we had family from North Carolina down to visit; which called for the Jefferson County bunch to come and visit. Naturally, this meant a family lunch was in order. Aunt Wendy brought the salad, I brought the chocolate marble cake, and mother-in-law Carol made chicken spaghetti. A weeknight staple when I was... Read More
Annual Methodist Soup Sale Will Be Held Wednesday, February 4
Marion Methodist Church will hold its annual soup sale on Wednesday, February 4. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased from church members or by calling the church office at 334-683-6543. The soup may be picked up from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the church parking lot.
Classifieds Week of Jan 22, 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, 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,... Read More
Ivey launches flood notification system
Governor Kay Ivey kicked off the 2026 Regular Session Tuesday evening by delivering her ninth State of the State address, announcing she is launching a statewide flood notification system. The governor’s action comes after Texas experienced devastating flooding that claimed the lives of Alabamians, including Sarah Marsh, who was away at a summer camp. “Alabama... Read More
Lapsley Named to Dean’s List at Lawson State
Virginia Lapsley of Marion, AL was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester at Lawson State Community College. Virginia was among 208 students named to the Fall 2025 Dean’s List. Dean’s List Scholars attained a grade point average of 3.5, consisting of a minimum course load of not fewer than twelve (12)... Read More
Free CNA Classes Will Be Held Jan. 26
Residents of Marion, Perry County, Marengo County, Uniontown, and Demopolis are invited to take part in a free certified nursing assistant (CNA) training class offered by Sowing Seeds of Hope on January 26. To secure a spot in the class, participants should call 334-683-4666 and ask for Dorothea.