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
Homecoming services will be Sunday, Aug. 24 at Stewart Methodist Church
Stewart Methodist Church will hold its annual Homecoming service on Sunday, August 24th, 2025, beginning at 10:45 a.m. Following the morning service, lunch will be served at noon, and everyone is invited to stay and reminisce and fellowship over a meal. Our morning service will feature Legacy Gospel, from Tuscaloosa, AL, for a glorious morning... Read More
One man dies in house fire on Highway 14 near Greensboro on Monday
A deadly house fire east of Greensboro early Monday morning claimed the life of a well-known community member and left his wife hospitalized with serious injuries. Authorities confirmed that 75-year-old Michael Warren died in the fire, which broke out just before dawn on August 11 at the couple’s home on Alabama Highway 14. His wife,... Read More
Area anglers have until September 30 to enter 2025’s Black Belt Best Fish photo contest
Some of America’s best recreational fishing can be found in Alabama’s Black Belt. Many anglers search for trophy bass on Lake Eufaula, while some look for catfish or bluegill on the Tombigbee and Black Warrior Rivers. Others simply visit a local creek or stream to hook whatever is biting. The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association... Read More
Workshop set in Sept. for area families on services for adults with disabilities
The University of South Alabama Regional Autism Network (USARAN) and the Alfred G. Adams, Jr. Optimist Club of Perry County are offering a free in-person workshop for families and professionals on navigating services for adults with disabilities. The workshop will be offered in Marion at the Albert Turner, Sr. Courthouse Annex on Thursday, Sept. 11... Read More
Marion hosted over 40 area athletes at first FMS community 5k
Pictured above are the participants and volunteers who came to Marion July 26 for Francis Marion School’s first annual Community 5k event, held on campus. On July 26th, Coach John Bolding and the Running Rams cross-country team hosted the first ever Francis Marion Community 5K around the Francis Marion school campus. The course took three... Read More
Classifieds Week of Aug 14, 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¢... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Aug 14, 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 the... Read More
John Daniel Russell, Sr.
John Daniel Russell, Sr. (Danny), Age 75, of Brent, AL, passed away on August 2, 2025. Born on November 28, 1949, in Selma, AL, he was the son of Julian and Sally Russell. Danny was preceded in death by his wife, Denise Thompson Russell. Danny is survived by his children, Lydia Russell Fikes (Philip) and... Read More