ALEA offering Kayaking 101 classes to launch National Safe Boating Week
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources are partnering with paddlesports leaders to offer low-cost beginner kayaking classes on Saturday, May 16, at Montgomery Whitewater. The event marks the first year for Kayaking 101 in Alabama. The multi-state initiative is in its fifth year and has helped hundreds... Read More
‘Market Ready’ food safety workshop will be May 19 in Tuscaloosa
The Tuscaloosa County Extension Office will host a “Market Ready: Licenses, Permits, & Food Safety Basics” workshop on Tuesday, May 19, from 2 to 4 p.m. The workshop, organized by Alabama A&M University and Auburn University’s Alabama Cooperative Extension System, is designed for farmers and producers looking to sell their goods. Topics will include licensing... Read More
Homecoming service set for May 17 at Mt. Carmel Church
Mt. Carmel Church, located on Highway 14 east of Greensboro, will hold its Homecoming celebration on Sunday, May 17, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Bro. Roger Harper will bring the message. A covered dish lunch will be served at noon, followed by an afternoon of music featuring Legacy Gospel.
West Alabama Women in Agriculture event a success
On Friday, April 24, 2026, the Marengo County Extension Office successfully hosted the 2026 West Alabama Women in Agriculture Event in Linden, Alabama. The educational program provided participants with valuable hands-on learning experiences and direct engagement with Extension professionals across a variety of disciplines. The event featured a diverse lineup of Extension agents and specialists... Read More
Rev. Joan Andrew Bell
Rev. Joan Andrew Bell peacefully transitioned on Saturday, April 18, 2026, when he was called home to rest. He was 79. He was born on April 3, 1947, in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, to the late Elijah and Fannie Bell. At an early age, Joan accepted Christ, confessing his faith and uniting with St. John Baptist... Read More
William Franklin Martin
William Franklin Martin, 88, of Marion, Alabama, passed away April 30, 2026, at Hospice of West Alabama. Services were held on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Waycross Bible Methodist Church in Marion, Alabama, with Bro. Randall Crotts officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held... Read More
Cooking in the Black Belt
It’s no secret that I love a cookbook. In fact, it’s from reading all these cookbooks in our kitchen that was the impetus for this little weekly correspondence. This Spring, I had lofty ideas of full garden beds and loaves of leavened bread every week. Life, however, has a way of throwing us curve balls; and... Read More
Technology Center will hold open house here May 14
The John E. Owens Jr. Educational & Technology Center in Greensboro will hold an open house on Wednesday, May 14, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at 1109 Main Street. The event will offer a first look at new programs designed to serve residents of all ages, including a Senior Tech Hour for older adults learning... Read More
Engle Gallery to host free lecture on abstract art as part of America 250 celebration
The Engle Gallery in Greensboro will host a free lecture by Kitty Johnson on Friday, May 22, at 5:00 p.m. as part of the city’s America 250 celebration events. Johnson will present “Abstract Art in America: From Its Early Folk Art Roots to the Modern Era.” The gallery said it will be hosting several activities... Read More
Update: Clarification on story from April 2 edition
An article in the April 2 edition of the Watchman, “Six charged with hunting violations in Hale County,” reported that Bradley Wayne Beard, 30, of Moundville, remained in custody as of March 30 following his March 27 arrest on a charge of hunting without landowner permission. That information was drawn from the Alabama court record... Read More