New federal data says Hale and Perry were state’s top counties for economic growth in 2023
Perry and Hale Counties have been named Alabama’s fastest growing economies in Gross Domestic Product for 2023, according to recently released data from the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis. Despite the two counties’ relatively small populations and economic bases, both experienced significant economic expansion, driven by a mix of agricultural strength, manufacturing, and external earnings... Read More
Greensboro man arrested after 2023 attempted murder indictment in Perry County gas station shooting
A Perry County grand jury has indicted Zavis Tra’Von Smith, 25, of Greensboro, on multiple felony charges related to a May 19, 2023, shooting incident in Uniontown. Smith faces two counts of attempted murder, three counts of discharging a firearm into an occupied building or vehicle, and one count of reckless endangerment, according to court... Read More
Classifieds Week of Jan 16, 2025
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 in advance of publication. Card... Read More
Classifieds Week of Jan 01, 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 in advance... Read More
Legal Notices Week of January 16, 2025
Legal Notice MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Joan Harris to United States of America, acting through The Farmers Home Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, dated August 30, 1985 said mortgage recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate... Read More
Legal Notices Week of January 1, 2025
Legal Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF HALE COUNTY, ALABAMA 36-CV-2024-900087.00 OKSUN B. BURKS, a widow, SEANN MIGUEL BURKS, and CHLOE’ LOUISE-BURKS GROOMES,Plaintiffs,v.A tract or parcel of land lying and situated in the Section 26, Township 18 North, Range 4 East, known as Lot 1 Mary Louise Conway Burks Tract,andA tract or parcel of land... Read More
BBB gives tips on hassle-free holiday returns
Holiday returns are often more challenging than explaining to your loved ones why you returned their thoughtful gift. With varying store policies and evolving return practices during the holiday season, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Central and South Alabama is providing essential tips to help shoppers navigate the return process smoothly. While many retailers... Read More
Anthony Nelson
Anthony Nelson of Marion passed away on December 25, 2024. A Celebration of Life service was held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Marion Baptist Academy, located at 315 Centerville Street in Marion, Alabama. Interment followed the service at Perry Cemetery, located on Highway 29 in Marion. A public viewing was held... Read More
Pellie Oakes
Pellie Oakes of Marion died December 21, 2024. A public viewing was held Friday, January 3, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Melvin Miller Funeral Service. The Celebration of Life service was held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 2:30 PM at Marion Baptist Academy. Burial followed at the Oakes Family Cemetery on... Read More
Annual Alabama catfish industry conference will be Thursday, January 9 in Marion Junction
The 2025 Alabama Catfish Conference will be held Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the Blackbelt Research & Extension Center in Marion Junction. This meeting will provide an update on research activities within the Alabama catfish industry. Lunch will be served and there will be a drawing for several door prizes. Registration begins at 8:00am and... Read More