Storm system brings tornadoes in Perry, statewide
A tornado and severe thunderstorms impacted Perry and Hale counties, along with the rest of Alabama, on March 15, causing damage and prompting emergency response efforts across the region. Initial reports suggested that at least seven tornadoes affected the state of Alabama. Reports indicated that at least 50,000 customers across the state lost power at... Read More
Classifieds Week of Mar 20, 2025
Classified Ad Rates MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) — $20.00 per insertion for 20 words or less. Each additional word over 20 costs $0.75. Payment is required in advance of publication. MINIMUM RATE (Outside Hale or Perry County) — $20.00 per insertion for 20 words or less. Each additional word over 20 costs... Read More
Legal Notices Week of March 20, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that Frasier-Ousley Construction and Engineering, Inc., Contractor, has completed the Contract for Replace Pond Power Centers at Marion Fish Hatchery, for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Owner, and have made request for final... Read More
Free autism training workshop will be Thurs., March 13 at Perry Co. Courthouse
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 identifying community resources about autism. The workshop will be offered in Marion at the Perry County Courthouse on Thursday, Mar. 13 from 4-6 p.m.... Read More
Perry County Historical Society’s annual Low Country Boil will be held March 15
The Perry County Historical and Preservation Society will host its annual Low Country Boil on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Marion Female Seminary, located at 204 West Monroe Street in Marion, Alabama. This beloved community tradition offers a feast of shrimp, sausage, corn, potatoes, and homemade desserts. An... Read More
Alabama hospitals contribute $25 billion to state and local economies
Alabama’s hospitals contribute more than $25 billion annually to the state’s economy, serving as a critical lifeline for communities large and small. With 114 hospitals operating around the clock, 365 days a year, these healthcare facilities deliver essential medical services and act as economic anchors, often representing the largest employer in their communities. Together, Alabama’s... Read More
Breakthrough Broncos hosted relay meet March 8 with other schools from the area
On March 8th, the Breakthrough Broncos hosted a Relay Meet at the Marion Military Institute track that included Breakthrough, Francis Marion, Greensboro, and Hale County. The meet was not your typical meet. Instead of mostly individual events with a few relays, it incorporated an array of different types of relays with a few individual events.... Read More
Two Perry County teens arrested for first-degree robbery on March 3
Two 18-year-old men have been arrested on felony charges of first-degree robbery in Perry County. Demarcus Johnson of Uniontown, and Fredrick Wilson of Tuscaloosa were both arrested on Monday, March 3 and charged with first-degree robbery and second-degree burglary. The criminal complaints against both men allege that on or about February 18, the two suspects... Read More
First Congregational Church of Marion awarded $500k grant for preservation effort
The First Congregational Church of Marion has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the Preserving Black Churches program, a part of the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund under the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The funding will support critical repairs, including stabilizing and restoring the church’s foundation and addressing other pressing structural needs. Located... Read More
Classifieds Week of Mar 13, 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 are 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 are 95¢ per word. Payable... Read More