Vickie B. Pearce
Vickie B. Pearce, age 64, of Greene County passed away at Hospice of West Alabama on August 25. 2025. Vickie was born January 30, 1961, in Tuscaloosa County. She was an employee of Indian Hills Animal Clinic for 43 years. Vickie is survived by her husband Virgil Guy Pearce Jr., daughter Selaine P. Walker, her... Read More
Auburn Doyle Stapleton Jr.
Auburn Doyle Stapleton Jr. was born on October 25, 1959, and died on August 11, 2025, at DCH Regional Hospital in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, at the age of 66. A native of Uniontown, he was a resident of Greensboro, Alabama. A memorial service was held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Uniontown Church... Read More
Ivey declares September ‘preparedness month’ for Alabama, emphasizes having a plan and emergency supplies at home
With September designated as “National Preparedness Month,” Governor Kay Ivey is calling on Alabamians to take proactive steps now to safeguard their families before disaster strikes. “Alabama is no stranger to Mother Nature in all shapes, forms and sizes. From hurricanes to tornadoes, we’ve seen it all,” said Governor Ivey. “I have always believed in... Read More
County schedules Sept. 23 hearing on solid waste plan
Perry County Commission will hold a public hearing next month on a newly revised Solid Waste Management Plan, which outlines how the county and its municipalities handle the generation, collection, and disposal of solid waste. The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the Perry County Courthouse Annex in the... Read More
After confirmed measles case in Alabama child, ADPH issues warning on symptoms, advice on prevention
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) was notified last week that a child under 5 years of age living in North Alabama has been confirmed to have measles. The unvaccinated child contracted measles while traveling out of the United States. The child did not attend daycare or school, and entities involved in the management... Read More
District Attorney warns business owners: comply with gambling machine laws or face arrest
Fourth Judicial Circuit District Attorney Robert H. Turner Jr. has issued a warning to business owners in Bibb, Dallas, Hale, Perry, and Wilcox counties to remove illegal gambling machines or face prosecution. In a social media post this week, Turner reminded the public that slot gaming machines are illegal under Code of Alabama § 13A-... Read More
Ahjeria Myers of Perry County
Ahjeria Myers of Perry County (pictured in the above photo), completed IMPACT new student orientation and enrolled at Troy University for the Fall 2025 semester at the Troy Campus. The fall semester for the Troy Campus started on Wednesday, Aug. 13.
Workshop set Sept. 11 for area families on services for adults with disabilities
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 navigating services for adults with disabilities. The workshop will be offered in Marion at the Albert Turner, Sr. Courthouse Annex on Thursday, Sept. 11... Read More
Perry County looks to hire probate clerk, courthouse security officer this month
The Perry County Commission is taking applications for two positions at the courthouse: a probate clerk in the Probate Judge’s office and a courthouse security officer under the Sheriff’s Office. The probate clerk will assist with administrative and clerical duties, including working directly with the Probate Judge, office staff, and the public. Applicants must have... Read More
Marion Foodvalu’s re-branding
A familiar name to many in Perry County is changing, but the same owners, hometown service, and friendly faces will remain after Marion Foodvalu’s re-branding as a Piggly Wiggly supermarket. The store has operated under the “Foodvalu” moniker since it opened over 20 years ago. Owners Sara and Benji Friday will continue to operate the... Read More