After confirmed measles case in Alabama child, ADPH issues warning on symptoms, advice on prevention
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) was notified last week that a child under 5 years of age living in North Alabama has been confirmed to have measles. The unvaccinated child contracted measles while traveling out of the United States. The child did not attend daycare or school, and entities involved in the management... Read More
District Attorney warns business owners: comply with gambling machine laws or face arrest
Fourth Judicial Circuit District Attorney Robert H. Turner Jr. has issued a warning to business owners in Bibb, Dallas, Hale, Perry, and Wilcox counties to remove illegal gambling machines or face prosecution. In a social media post this week, Turner reminded the public that slot gaming machines are illegal under Code of Alabama § 13A-... Read More
Ahjeria Myers of Perry County
Ahjeria Myers of Perry County (pictured in the above photo), completed IMPACT new student orientation and enrolled at Troy University for the Fall 2025 semester at the Troy Campus. The fall semester for the Troy Campus started on Wednesday, Aug. 13.
Workshop set Sept. 11 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
Perry County looks to hire probate clerk, courthouse security officer this month
The Perry County Commission is taking applications for two positions at the courthouse: a probate clerk in the Probate Judge’s office and a courthouse security officer under the Sheriff’s Office. The probate clerk will assist with administrative and clerical duties, including working directly with the Probate Judge, office staff, and the public. Applicants must have... Read More
Marion Foodvalu’s re-branding
A familiar name to many in Perry County is changing, but the same owners, hometown service, and friendly faces will remain after Marion Foodvalu’s re-branding as a Piggly Wiggly supermarket. The store has operated under the “Foodvalu” moniker since it opened over 20 years ago. Owners Sara and Benji Friday will continue to operate the... Read More
Classifieds Week of Sep 04, 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¢ per... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Sep 4, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE Notice Of Completion Notice is hereby given that Robinson & Sons Construction Services, Inc., 80 5th Ave, Haleyville, AL 35565, has completed the Swimming Pool Tank Rehabilitation, DRA Project No. AL-7730 and DWSRF Project No. FS010248-03 for the City of Marion. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection... Read More
Area high school students can take ACT or SAT at MMI— register now
Area high school students planning to take the ACT or SAT can register to test at Marion Military Institute (MMI), which is serving as a national testing site for the 2025–2026 academic year. ACT test dates at MMI are scheduled for September 6, 2025, October 18, 2025, and February 14, 2026. SAT test dates are... Read More
Tobias G. Griffin
Tobias G. Griffin, 39, of Marion, Alabama, was born on December 16, 1985, and died on August 15, 2025. A public viewing will be held on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, 302 Pickens Street, Marion. A celebration of life service took place on Saturday, August... Read More