William Lapsley
William Lapsley died November 15, 2025. Viewing was held Friday, November 21, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, 302 Pickens Street, Marion. A celebration of life service was held Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Marion Baptist Academy, 315 Centerville Street, Marion. Interment followed the funeral service... Read More
Talking turkey: Extension offers tips on safe bird preparation before Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it is time to start thinking about preparing the star of the dinner table: the turkey. Safely getting the turkey ready to take the main stage is simple but takes a little planning. Rebecca Catalena, an Alabama Extension food safety and quality agent at Auburn University, said properly thawing... Read More
Ivey declares November 29 ‘Small Business Saturday’ in Alabama
Governor Kay Ivey on Friday signed a proclamation directing Saturday, November 29, 2025, the Saturday after Thanksgiving, as Small Business Saturday in Alabama. In the proclamation, Governor Ivey notes that Alabama “believes small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the glue that holds communities together.” According to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA)... Read More
Perry Co. Extension Office temporarily relocates to downtown annex
The Perry County Extension Office has been temporarily relocated to the Albert Turner Sr Annex Building, located at 200 Pickens Street in downtown Marion. Office hours are Monday–Friday; 7:30 am–4:00 pm (closed for lunch 12:00 pm–12:30 pm). The Extension Office can be reached by dialing 334-750-1008.
Goshen Lodge holds food drive
On Friday, November 14, 2025, Goshen Lodge 132 delivered over one thousand canned goods to the Perry County Department of Human Resources to be distributed to those in need of food in Perry County. Cans of ravioli, spaghetti, spam, meats, vegetables, corn, and other nutritious items were donated by the lodge to help those that... Read More
Moreland named to Ala. Military Hall of Honor in ceremony at MMI
The Alabama Military Hall of Honor held an induction ceremony for Staff Sergeant James Leslie Moreland, United States Army, on Friday November 14th at 11AM in the Marion Military Institute Chapel. Moreland was born on September 29, 1945, in Bessemer, Alabama. He joined the US Army in 1965 and completed extensive training to become a... Read More
Water outage grips Marion as Thanksgiving holiday approaches
Much of Marion has been without running water since early Friday, Nov. 21, and as of press time Sunday large parts of the city were still dry, with businesses closed, residents hauling bottled water, and local officials scrambling to arrange emergency supplies days before Thanksgiving. The City of Marion first warned customers of trouble early... Read More
Classifieds Week of Nov 27, 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 Nov 27, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURTOF PERRY COUNTY, ALABAMA IN RE: CARL T. NORFLEETv. ELNORA PERSONS &ADELE N. MOORE CASE NO. CV-2025-900039 To: Elnora Persons Please take notice that Carl T. Norfleet has filed a Complaint against you in the above-styled case pending in the Circuit Court of Perry County, Alabama. You must file an... Read More
Perry students recognized at West Central Alabama 4-H Rabbit Show
The West Central Alabama 4-H Rabbit Show brought excitement and pride to Perry County during the Central Alabama State Fair on November 5th at Selma Lions Club Park. Two talented local 4-H members showcased their creativity and walked away with top honors in the Artistic Expression category. Ma’Reekah Lawson, competing at the Senior Level, earned... Read More