Motion hearing set for December 18 in Cole v. Newbern lawsuit
Hale County Circuit Judge Marvin W. Wiggins has reset a hearing on a defense motion to dismiss in Cole v. Newbern to... Read More
Scholarships available for students in Mediacom’s service area
Mediacom Communications is offering $60,000 in scholarship support for high school seniors planning to obtain further education. The scholarship program is in... Read More
ASHL met in Montgomery October 14-16
The Alabama Silver Haired Legislature (ASHL) convened October 14-16, 2025, in Montgomery to discuss and advance issues vital to the well-being of... Read More
This week’s student-athlete of the week
Jamarian Essex is a Junior at Francis Marion School and this week’s student-athlete of the week. He has been on the cross-country... Read More
Operation Christmas Child pickup will begin Nov. 17 in Marion
Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, led by Franklin Graham. Gift-filled shoeboxes are packed and sent to children around... Read More
Ivey joins state, regional leaders for groundbreaking at Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences
Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday, Oct. 14 joined state and national leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, philanthropists and local officials to break ground... Read More
Marion man faces multiple felony charges in Hale theft investigation
A Marion man is facing a string of felony charges in Hale County following an investigation into a series of theft-related incidents... Read More
Frank Allen, Newbern native, was pioneer in early days of pro ball
The state of Alabama has produced many Major League baseball legends. Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Satchel Paige, and Ozzie Smith all came... Read More
Francis Marion School’s Student Athletes of the week
Michael Hopkins, FMS Student Athlete of the week, Oct. 6-10 Heyy, My name is Michael Hopkins. As the Captain of Francis Marion... Read More
