Seventh District primary election will be Tuesday
Hale County voters go to the polls Tuesday, Aug. 11, to settle the Republican primary for the 7th Congressional District, the do-over... Read More
Cooking in the Black Belt
Saturday was supposed to be the highest point of humidity we’ve had so far this year. Boy, did I feel it, too.... Read More
Clara Ree Williams
Clara Ree Williams, 92, died Tuesday, July 14. She was born July 11, 1934. A public viewing was held Friday, July 24,... Read More
Wayne McKenzie
Wayne McKenzie passed away August 1, 2026, at the age of 70. He was born January 16, 1956 to the late Kenneth... Read More
Selma man charged in church, home break-ins
An 18-year-old Selma man is facing seven charges, four of them felonies, after a string of break-ins in Marion last week at... Read More
Two charged in Heiberger Grocery break-in July 27
Two Jefferson County residents are charged with breaking into Heiberger Grocery on Highway 5 early on the morning of Monday, July 27.... Read More
Clear backpacks will be required in Perry County schools for 2026-2027 school year
Students in the Perry County School District will be required to carry clear backpacks when classes resume for the 2026-2027 school year... Read More
Strike rumors, water cutoffs stir Marion council meeting
A rumored strike among City of Marion employees, reported to have begun Monday, drew no answers at Monday night’s regular meeting of... Read More