The Greensboro Watchman

Jessie Bell “Bea” Lapsley Bell was born on April 2, 1941, in Uniontown, Alabama, and passed away on May 31, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio. She was 84 years old. She was the beloved daughter of Uriel Lapsley and Elizabeth Laster, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also reunited in eternity with her...

Genova Williams

Genova McCalpine Williams, a longtime resident of Sawyerville, passed away on June 5, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born on April 17, 1946, to Grover and Rosette Mc- Calpine and was the third of fifteen children, and the oldest daughter. She gave her life to Christ at an early age and was...

Cook cousins graduate, head to UAB and UA

First cousins Wesley Mills Cook and Ava Gabrielle Cook are graduates of the Class of 2025 from their respective high schools. Wesley’s graduation from Homewood High School was held at Samford University in Birmingham on May 17, 2025. Her Diploma was with an Advanced Academic Endorsement. Wesley was actively involved in “Nexus” and “Continuum” Show...

Students from the University of Alabama’s MJW summer journalism workshop

Students from the University of Alabama’s MJW summer journalism workshop visited Greensboro on Thursday, June 12, to learn more about community journalism and the role of local newspapers. During their visit, the group met with John Allan Clark and Casey Roberts of the Greensboro Watchman to discuss the ongoing relevance of print and independent journalism...

Greensboro man questioned in connection with Uniontown murder

A Hale County man was reportedly in custody for questioning after a shooting in Uniontown on Saturday left one man dead as investigators work to determine the circumstances that led to the encounter. The shooting happened near Cobb Street, in front of an apartment building. Authorities have identified the victim as Antonio Terrell Morgan. He...

Hale students graduated from UA at Spring ‘25 commencement exercises

Over 6,000 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama’s spring 2025 commencement ceremonies at Coleman Coliseum. The University provides numerous opportunities for service and growth through its educational, social and cultural experiences. Local students include: Emmanuel Adanu of Moundville (35474) received the following degree( s): Master of Business Administration. Vicki Baggett of Moundville (35474)...

HCSD reports arrests for child support, DUI, failure to appear, domestic violence

Hale County Sheriff’s Dept. has released the follow report of the department’s recent activity: Arrests: June 10, 2025Tamekia Tubbs, 40, of Greensboro, was arrested for failure to appear ×2. Oliver Douglas Taylor, 65, of Northport, was arrested for driving under the influence. June 11, 2025Rhonda Renee Powell, 45, of Greensboro, was arrested for failure to...

GPD reports arrests for public intoxication, assault, domestic violence

Greensboro Police Department released the following report of its activities: Arrests: May 20, 2025James Hezekiah Seale, 39, of Greensboro, was arrested for public intoxication. May 27, 2025Curtis Lamar White, 32, of Sawyerville, was arrested for menacing and assault 3rd.Kendall McCalpine, 31, of Greensboro, was arrested for assault 2nd. May 28, 2025Candi Arneisha Johnson, 41, of...

Hale County students named to President’s, Dean’s lists at Marion Military Institute