Alabama was most-scammed state in ‘23, how to protect yourself
Ever received a suspicious or confusing call or text, particularly during tax season? Scammers use this and other schemes to trick people into providing sensitive information. It is essential to know how to recognize these scams, no matter what scheme is used. March 2-8, 2025, is National Consumer Protection Week. This annual event brings awareness... Read More
ADPH asks for help in assessing women’s health
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) asks for the help of Alabamians to assess the health needs of women of childbearing age, infants, children, and youth in the state. One way the public can assist is by participating in an anonymous online survey that is to be completed by families, youth, and healthcare providers.... Read More
‘Move Alabama’ challenge, encouraging physical fitness, started March 1
It’s time to move, Alabama. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s fourth annual Move Alabama Challenge begins March 1. Move Alabama is a community physical activity challenge to encourage Alabamians to exercise in their hometown. Erin Reznicek, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – Education (SNAP-Ed) program director, said families in low-income and rural communities often face challenges... Read More
‘Move Alabama’ challenge, encouraging physical fitness, started March 1
It’s time to move, Alabama. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s fourth annual Move Alabama Challenge begins March 1. Move Alabama is a community physical activity challenge to encourage Alabamians to exercise in their hometown. Erin Reznicek, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – Education (SNAP-Ed) program director, said families in low-income and rural communities often face challenges... Read More
Legal Notices Week of March 13, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF HALE COUNTY, ALABAMAIN RE: THE MATTER OF AKERS, EMMALYN ROSE (DOB: 12/02/2018) CASE NO. JU-2022-44.02andAKERS, CASSIE ANN (DOB: 11/08/2019) CASE NO. JU-2022-43.02 a minor child. NOTICE OF PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF PATERNAL RIGHTS TO: Ami Lee Von Brethorst, a/k/a Ami Lee Vonbrethorst, mother of said children, and Jamie... Read More
Walter F. Cotton
Walter F. Cotton was born on November 20, 1936, and passed away on February 20, 2025, at the age of 88. A viewing will be held on Friday, March 7, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, located at 302 Pickens Street in Marion. A funeral service will take place... Read More
Marilyn Stevenson-Evans
Marilyn Stevenson-Evans was born on April 28, 1955, and passed away on February 23, 2025, at the age of 69. A viewing will be held on Friday, March 7, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, located at 302 Pickens Street in Marion. A graveside service will take place on... Read More
Local WWII veteran celebrates 99th birthday
On February 9th, Henry Clellan Weaver Sr., a WWII veteran and one of Marion’s oldest citizens had his 99th birthday. According to the US Department of Veteran Affairs, there is only around 66,000 remaining WWII veterans. Often coined “the Greatest Generation, these veterans represent the last vestiges of the brave American men who fought the... Read More
Jeff Peoples, chairman, president, and CEO of Alabama Power
Jeff Peoples, chairman, president, and CEO of Alabama Power, came to the MMI campus last Wednesday and gave a speech to the cadets in the Anthony J. Rane Center for Leadership. Peoples, a 40+ year employee of Southern Company, emphasized the importance of hard work during his speech to cadets in the chapel. Peoples toured... 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