Defendants file responses, requests for evidence in Newbern sewer suit
Defendants have begun answering Marla and Laird Cole’s lawsuit over alleged releases from Newbern’s wastewater system, generally denying liability and forcing the case into discovery. The Town of Newbern filed its answer on Sept. 18, denying wrongdoing and demanding strict proof while admitting only limited background facts. Engineering firm 5020 Engineering Resource Group and Dennis... Read More
Allen is Francis Marion’s Student Athlete of the Week
Hannah Allen is a senior at Francis Marion School and this week’s student-athlete of the week. She has been on the volleyball team since her 9th grade year. She’s now the team captain and cornerstone of the team as its setter. She’s a humble leader who leads by example and with encouraging her team members.... Read More
R.C. Hatch plans ‘Boots and Bling’ theme for homecoming week
R.C. Hatch High School will celebrate Homecoming 2025 with a “Boots & Bling” spirit week from Monday, Sept. 29, through Friday, Oct. 3. Monday is Wrangler Day, when students wear plaid shirts, jeans, boots and a cowboy hat. Tuesday is Camo Day, featuring camouflage paired with school colors—purple, gold or black. Wednesday is Country vs.... Read More
Jayden Tubbs
Jayden Tubbs died on September 14, 2025, at the age of 21. A public viewing was held on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, 302 Pickens Street in Marion. Funeral services were held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. in the Francis Marion High... Read More
Black Belt Treasures will celebrate 20th anniversary with music, food, more in Camden on October 2
The Black Belt Treasures Cultural Arts Center (BBTCAC) in Camden has showcased the works of more than 600 Black Belt artists of all mediums of paint, pottery, wood work, basket weaving, one-of-a-kind jewelry and much more since its creation in 2005. They have welcomed visitors from all 50 states and 36 countries. BBTCAC officials will... Read More
Wesley Wayne Irvin
Wesley Wayne Irvin, 78, of Uniontown, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025, at his home. Wayne was born July 15, 1947, in Isola, to Connie Troy Irvin and Mary Belle Berryhill Irvin. He was raised in the Central community in Isola, Miss. Wayne was a graduate of Isola High School. He served in the Mississippi... Read More
Extension sets beef and forage field day for Oct. 17 in Marion Junction
On October 17, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Animal Science and Forages team will host its Annual Beef and Forage Field Days at the Blackbelt Research and Extension Center, located at 60 County Road 944, Marion Junction, AL 36759. This event is designed to give livestock and forage... 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 its 25th consecutive year, and Mediacom’s investment will award $1,000 World Class Scholarships to 60 high school seniors. Starting in the fall of 2026, scholarship recipients have the flexibility to use the financial... Read More
ADPH announces ‘Share Your Smile with Alabama’ contest
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) Oral Health Office is excited to announce the ninth annual “Share Your Smile with Alabama” statewide photo contest. This competition is a great opportunity for Alabama parents and guardians to showcase their child’s smile. This contest is open to children living in Alabama who are Third-grade students OR... Read More
Hale County Hospital’s: Hospital Corner
Hale County Hospital Selected As Diamond Impact Award Finalists; Continued Momentum in ER Funding Campaign Hale County Hospital is continuing to make meaningful progress in 2025, earning statewide recognition while also advancing critical local projects. Most recently, the hospital has earned statewide recognition for its healthcare excellence and community outreach efforts by The Caring Foundation,... Read More