The Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles and J.F. Ingram State Technical College have officially opened the bidding process for the construction of a new workforce training facility at the Perry County PREP Center in Uniontown. The project aims to enhance vocational training opportunities for parolees and probationers as part of the state’s broader effort... Read More

Anna Caine of Marion, AL has been named to the Chancellor’s List at Troy University for the Fall Semester/Term 2 of the 2024-2025 academic year. The Chancellor’s List honors full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who earn a grade point average of 4.0. About Troy University Troy University... Read More

Perry and Hale Counties have been named Alabama’s fastest growing economies in Gross Domestic Product for 2023, according to recently released data from the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis. Despite the two counties’ relatively small populations and economic bases, both experienced significant economic expansion, driven by a mix of agricultural strength, manufacturing, and external earnings... Read More

A Perry County grand jury has indicted Zavis Tra’Von Smith, 25, of Greensboro, on multiple felony charges related to a May 19, 2023, shooting incident in Uniontown. Smith faces two counts of attempted murder, three counts of discharging a firearm into an occupied building or vehicle, and one count of reckless endangerment, according to court... Read More

Holiday returns are often more challenging than explaining to your loved ones why you returned their thoughtful gift. With varying store policies and evolving return practices during the holiday season, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Central and South Alabama is providing essential tips to help shoppers navigate the return process smoothly. While many retailers... Read More