Robert Lee Flowers
Robert Lee Flowers, 62, of Harvest, died Jan. 9 at his home. A native of Uniontown, he was born July 22, 1960 to Sis. Susie Flowers and the late Pastor R.L. Flowers, Sr. Funeral services were held Sunday, Jan. 15 at 2:00 p.m. at Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church on Winchester Road in Huntsville with... Read More
Students: applications open for 2023 summer intern program with Rep. Sewell
Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that her Washington D.C. and district offices are now accepting applications for summer 2023 interns. College students and recent graduates interested in government and public service are invited to apply for a chance to spend the summer learning about Congress and the inner workings of a congressional office.... Read More
TRUCK BLOCKS HIGHWAY 5 ON TUESDAY
A one-vehicle accident kept part of Highway 5 south of Marion blocked for a time on Tuesday afternoon. Though no injuries were apparent, two officers from Marion Police Department were on the scene to direct traffic until the wrecked vehicle, a commercial truck carrying bottled propane gas, could be pulled out of the ditch. The... Read More
Co. Road 12 project in Perry among more than $40 million in road and bridge funding announced by Gov. Kay Ivey
Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that more than $40 million in state transportation funding is being awarded to cities and counties for various road and bridge projects. The funding is made available through the Alabama Transportation Rehabilitation and Improvement Program-II (ATRIP-II), a program created by the Rebuild Alabama Act. The Rebuild Alabama Act requires... Read More
At least seven dead after tornadoes batter Black Belt last week, Hale and Perry spared from casualties
ABOVE: A tree hangs across Perry County Rd. 23 following Thursday’s severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. Perry County was spared the brunt of the storm’s destrution, as it traveled east wreaking havoc on Dallas and Autauga Counties. BELOW: A tree was blown across Spring Hill Church Road during the storms on Thursday. A line of destructive... Read More
Hale County Long-Term Recovery Committee hosting homeownership and renovation event Jan. 13-16
The Hale County Long Term Recovery Committee in collaboration with NACA (Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America), the nation’s largest nonprofit homeownership and advocacy organization, is hosting an affordable homeownership and renovation event, “Achieve the Dream,” for four days, January 13 -16, at the Greensboro Recreation Center (the former National Guard Armory), 515 Green St., Greensboro,... Read More
Hale County Hospital’s Hospital Corner
New Year, New Healthy Habits! Protecting the health of yourself and your loved ones, not only includes healthy food and lifestyle choices, but also scheduling follow-ups and wellness visits with a Primary Care Provider at Hale County Hospital Clinic in Greensboro or Moundville Medical Associates in Moundville. Though it is always a good idea to... Read More
Sara Bedford
Sara Lela Bedford Warren, 95, of Gallion, went to her eternal home on January 3, 2023. She was born on July 19, 1927 in Brownwood, TX to Goodner Bedford and Marian Pierce Bedford. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Alfred Pittman Warren; her sons: Michael David Warren and Paul Lee Warren;... Read More
Imogene Sullivan
Imogene Hannah Sullivan, age 80 of Moundville, passed away January 2, 2023 at home. A graveside service was held on Friday, January 6, 2023 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Ray Sullivan officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing.
An evening with blues harp master Phil Wiggins, free in Marion on Wed., Jan. 18
The Marion Branch of the American Association of University Women presents: An Evening with Phil Wiggins and Friends. This event is made possible by the National Endowment of the Arts. The public is invited to come out and enjoy a concert by Phil Wiggins (harmonica), Hubby Jenkins (guitar and vocals), and Marcus Moore, Jr. (violin... Read More