Hoggle named to ‘The 87’ at Troy Univ
Haley Hoggle of Moundville, AL, has been selected by Troy University as a member of “The 87”. The 87, formerly Who’s Who, recognizes juniors, seniors and graduate students who have excelled in campus leadership and in their academic area. Selections are made based on academic standing, community service, leadership ability and potential for continued success.... Read More
Rhone will keynote Shelton graduation ceremony December 12
All events are open to the public. Ceremonies will take place in the Martin Campus Gymnasium and will be live-streamed on the College’s YouTube channel. It is important to note that doors will remain closed after each ceremony begins. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to ensure seating. Overflow seating will be available in the... Read More
Historic photo exhibit will open today at 10:00 on Lincoln School campus
An exhibit of historic civil rights photographs by the late photographer Matt Herron will open in Marion next week, part of a community-led effort to return his images to the places and people they depict. “Matt Herron: A Living Archive” will be on display Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Phillips Memorial... Read More
Officials point fingers as proposals fail on tie votes
The Marion City Council split three to three Monday night on two measures tied to the city’s troubled water system, then saw Mayor Dexter Hinton abruptly declare the meeting over without a motion or vote to adjourn and without taking public comment that was listed as an item on the agenda. The deadlock came less... Read More
Classifieds Week of Dec 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 word.Payable... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Dec 4, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO HEIRS AND INTERESTED PARTIES Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Tonia Cephus and Tony Cephus, have filed an Affidavit of Heirship concerning the estate of Dwight Delanor Cephus, deceased, regarding property located in Hale County, Alabama. All persons claiming any interest in said property, or who may have a lawful... Read More
Albert J. Woods
Albert J. Woods, of Marion, Alabama, died November 12, 2025. Viewing was held Friday, November 21, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, 302 Pickens Street, Marion. A celebration of life service was held Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Marion Baptist Academy, 315 Centerville Street, Marion. Interment... Read More
Lou Huggins
Lou Huggins, 93, of Newbern, Alabama, was born December 15, 1931, and transitioned on November 12, 2025. Graveside services were held Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. at Antioch Baptist Churchyard Cemetery of Uniontown.
Local charity announces ‘Sponsor a Family’ program
Love Is What Love Does, a local nonprofit, announced their “Sponsor a Family” program that began November 10 and will conclude on December 26 of this year. The program is aimed at community members who wish to give other families in the Hale, Perry, Houston, Dallas, Dale, and Coffee County areas food for the holiday... Read More
Karen Maria Bratcher Dennis Williams
Karen Maria Bratcher Dennis Williams passed away peacefully on Friday, November 14, 2025. She was born in Birmingham to James Woodrow Bratcher and Mary Frances Varin Bratcher on February 26, 1945. She was a graduate of Shades Valley High School and the University of Alabama, where she was a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority.... Read More