Fire danger escalates in southern Alabama as AFC reports 80 wildfires in one week
Wildfire conditions across Alabama continue to worsen, as the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) reported 80 wildfires burning 3,782 acres during the week of April 13–19. Fire danger in the southern half of the state has now increased to a Very High classification. The statewide Fire Alert, issued by State Forester Rick Oates, remains in effect... Read More
Hale County Library to host open mic night for Poetry Month
The Hale County Library will host a free open mic event on Saturday, April 25, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the library located at 1103 Main Street in Greensboro, in celebration of National Poetry Month. The event is open to middle school students, high school students, and adults who wish to showcase their talents... Read More
Drone footage used in arrest of Gallion man
On Wednesday, April 8, officers from the Greensboro Police Department, Demopolis Police, and the ATF assisted the Hale County Sheriff’s Office in the arrest of Harvell Johnson at his residence in the 5000 block of Highway 69 in Gallion. A search warrant for the property was obtained after FAA drone footage was submitted to law... Read More
Hale Co. Sheriff’s Dept. reports arrests for domestic violence, FTA
Arrests 04-13-2026: Joe Ray Smith, 41, Greensboro, was arrested for child support. 04-14-2026: Jerome Dewayne Hughes, 35, Tuscaloosa, was arrested for failure to appear. Stanley Bridgemon, 24, Gallion, was arrested for two counts of failure to appear. 04-15-2026: Tyler Eugene Wynn, 19, Greensboro, was arrested for theft of property first degree. Love Thomas, 64, Greensboro,... Read More
Hale County Community Grant from the Black Belt Community Foundation
Sacred Space, Inc. has been awarded a Hale County Community Grant from the Black Belt Community Foundation as part of the foundation’s 2026 Arts & Community grant cycle. The organization announced the award on social media, thanking the BBCF board, staff, community partners, and donors for their continued support of its work in Hale County.
Primary election set for May 19; voter registration deadline is May 4
Hale County voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, to cast ballots in the Alabama statewide primary election, with contested races for county commission, sheriff, and Democratic executive committee seats on the ballot. The deadline to register to vote in the primary is Monday, May 4. Alabama does not offer same-day registration,... Read More
Magnolia Homemakers hold April meeting with gardening program
The Magnolia Homemakers and Community Leaders held their April meeting on Monday, April 21, in the Extension Auditorium of the Hale County Extension Office in Greensboro. Under the leadership of President Pam Hamilton, the meeting opened with the pledge to the American flag and a bee-themed devotional, followed by a business session. Members discussed plans... Read More
ALDOT Greensboro District crews clean Highway 14 in fourth annual Spring Clean
Crews from the Alabama Department of Transportation’s Greensboro District picked up litter along State Route 14 on Friday, April 17, as part of ALDOT’s fourth annual Spring Clean. The Greensboro District, which serves Hale County and Perry County, participated alongside all eight districts in ALDOT’s West Central Region in the coordinated cleanup effort along state... Read More
Legislature approves annexation of Hale County land into Demopolis for commercial development
The Alabama Legislature has approved the annexation of land near Gallion, at the intersection of U.S. Highways 80 and 69, into the city limits of Demopolis, clearing the way for commercial development that could include a gas station or truck stop. House Bill 613, a local bill authorizing the cross-county annexation, passed the Senate 32-0... Read More
Classifieds Week of Apr 23, 2026
Classified Ad Rates MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) — $20.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, $1.25 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, $1.25 per... Read More