Sprott man dies after being struck by car while walking in Greene Co.
A single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian that occurred at approximately 3:45 a.m. Friday, Aug. 15, has claimed the life of a Sprott man. The pedestrian, Tobias G. Griffin, 39, who was in the roadway at the time of the crash, was fatally injured when he was struck by an unknown vehicle. Griffin was pronounced deceased... Read More
Horton announces for Marion City Council, District 5
Sharon Horton, candidate for Marion City Council, District 5, submitted the following announcement of her candidacy: “Hello everyone, I’m Sharon Horton. I am a candidate for the Marion city council seat in district 5. Not all of you know me, but some of you may remember me from my time at the Marion city ballpark... Read More
Ophelia McNeal
Ophelia McNeal, 95, of Uniontown, Alabama, died on August 4, 2025. She was born on May 24, 1930. Public viewing was held Friday, August 15, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Glen White Memorial Funeral Home, 255 Franklin Street, Uniontown. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Glovers... Read More
Cecil F. Griffin
Cecil F. Griffin, 70, of Marion, Alabama, died on August 9, 2025. He was born on October 16, 1954. Public viewing will be held Sunday, August 17, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, 302 Pickens Street in Marion. Funeral services were held Monday, August 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.... Read More
Edward James Crews
Edward James Crews, 75, of Marion, Alabama, died on August 9, 2025. He was born on January 18, 1950. A public viewing will be held Friday, August 22, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, 302 Pickens Street in Marion. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 23, 2025, at... Read More
APSC tells homeowners: call before you dig
The Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC) reminds homeowners to contact 811 at least two days before starting digging projects in their yards or around their homes. “Whether you’re a homeowner tackling a weekend project or a contractor on the job, contacting 811 before you dig is essential,” President Cynthia Lee Almond said. “It’s a free... Read More
Clara Mae Boozer
Clara Mae Boozer, affectionately known as Maw to most everyone, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, at the age of 98. She was born on November 28, 1926, to Walter and Ethel Johnson and married Elwin Lester Boozer on January 1, 1946. She lived most of her life in the Greensboro area until she... Read More
Municipal elections in Marion, Uniontown will be Tues., Aug. 26
Four candidates vying for Mayor position in Marion , five seeking the same office in Uniontown Municipal elections across Perry County are scheduled for Tuesday, August 26, 2025, with polling places open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Voters in both Marion and Uniontown will see competitive races for mayor as well as for nearly... Read More
Classifieds Week of Aug 21, 2025
Classified Ad Rates Minimum Rate (In Hale or Perry County):$20.00 per insertion for up to 20 words. Each additional word: $0.75.Payment required in advance of publication. Minimum Rate (Outside Hale or Perry County):$20.00 per insertion for up to 20 words. Each additional word: $0.95.Payment required in advance of publication. Card of Thanks, Birthday Greetings, Memoriams,... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Aug 21, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE IN RE: THE ESTATE OF IN THE PROBATE COURT OF TIMOTHY D. MILLER, HALE COUNTY, ALABAMA Deceased. Case Number: 25-070 NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE is hereby given to Justin David Miller that a hearing on the Petition for Probate of the Last Will and Testament for Timothy D. Miller has been scheduled for... Read More