Hearing set for today in lawsuit between Sheriff, Chairman
A hearing in Sheriff Roy Fikes’s lawsuit against County Commission Chairman Albert Turner Jr. and Perry County is set for today, Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Fikes filed the civil action seeking declaratory and injunctive relief over who controls courthouse security, discipline of security personnel, and access to the courthouse. The complaint alleges Turner exceeded his... Read More
Crawford will speak for Audubon event Friday evening at Magnolia Grove
In celebration of Alabama Audubon’s Black Belt Birding Initiative, Magnolia Grove is thrilled to host “Birds in the Decorative Arts,” an exhibit curated by University of Alabama professor lan Crawford, in conjunction with the Alabama Historical Commission and Historic Magnolia Grove Foundation. The 19th century showcased its love for nature, and birds in particular, in... Read More
Hogue denied bond, court dates set in murder conspiracy trial
Gerald Lee Hogue’s bid to be released on bond while he awaits trial in Perry County has been denied, and new court dates have been set in the case. Circuit Judge Donald L. McMillan on Sept. 16 denied Hogue’s motion to reinstate bond, a one-line order that leaves in place the Perry County detainer and... Read More
Fundraiser set Oct. 5 for Jeremy Burger after Walmart knife attack
A community benefit concert is planned next week to help Jeremy Burge and his family with medical bills and other expenses following the July 15 stabbing at the Demopolis Walmart. The event will be held Sunday, Oct. 5, at 5 p.m. at The Stable, 1120 Main St., with $10 admission. According to organizers, the lineup... Read More
Capital murder suspect apprehended in Bibb, Perry County Jail closed after midnight escape this weekend
Darren Tyrone “Dog Face” Brooks Jr., who escaped from the Perry County Jail shortly after midnight Sunday, is back in custody after surrendering to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Department on Monday morning, according to a press statement from District Attorney Robert H. Turner Jr. The D.A. said Brooks was taken into custody “without harm” following... Read More
Two major Marion commercial properties going up for sale
Sleep Inn property will be auctioned off in October after selling for over $1 million in 2022, DG market also listed Two of Marion’s most visible commercial properties are on the market this fall, including the Sleep Inn & Suites on Highway 5 and the newer Dollar General Market at the intersection of Highways 5... Read More
Hinton wins four more years in runoff with margin of almost 200
Uniontown’s runoff will send Ron Miller back to City Hall as Mayor, Long defeats Norfleet in D2 by one vote Incumbent Marion Mayor Dexter Hinton won Tuesday’s mayoral runoff over Travis Perkins, 673 to 478, according to unofficial totals released by the city. In the council District 2 runoff, Tommy Leon Kennie defeated Edd Miree... Read More
Classifieds Week of Sep 25, 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,... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Sep 25, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that: Central Alabama Asphalt & Construction Co., LLC has completed the contract for the construction of City of Marion Road Rehabilitation Project, Areas Along Lincoln Heights Community for the State of Alabama, and the County of Perry, and have made request... Read More
William Michael Warren
William Michael Warren was born on December 2, 1957, to Carl Milton Warren, Sr. and Audie Mae Wallace Warren, and passed away on August 11, 2025, at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Carl M. Warren, Jr. and John W. Warren. He is survived by his loving wife of... Read More