Communities with a folktale, ghost story, or local legend to preserve may have the opportunity to gain recognition through a roadside marker grant program administered by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation. The application deadline is April 27. The foundation’s Legends & Lore Marker Program funds the research, fabrication, and installation of cast-iron roadside markers that... Read More

National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week will be observed April 12–18, 2026, honoring the dedication, service, and sacrifice of 911 dispatchers. Perry County’s 911 dispatchers play a critical role in public safety—coordinating emergency responses, saving lives, and ensuring assistance is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Departments or businesses... Read More

Event set for April 25 along County Road 29 in Wilcox County Bend Spring Yard Show offers a new avenue to experience the unique artistry, rich history, and living legacy that has made the area’s quilters internationally renowned. The community-wide, open-air gathering along County Road 29 in the Wilcox County community of Boykin is set... Read More

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

This past weekend was spent sweating it out in Dothan for the annual Loop Music and Arts Festival. We packed up with our friend Loretta and headed down for a weekend of reunions and lots of libations. One perk of being an artist at these weekend-long festivals is the accommodations: lunches, drinks, and snacks all... Read More

Greensboro Police Department released the following report of its activities: Arrests 03-30-2026Roddarius Derainey Murphy, 21, Newbern, was arrested for theft of services. 04-01-2026Dwight Deon Anderson, 31, Greensboro, was arrested for domestic violence third degree, resisting arrest, and public intoxication.Rodney Terrell Williams, 31, Greensboro, was arrested for domestic violence third degree. 04-02-2026Melvin Lee Webster, 37, Greensboro,... Read More

Hale County Hospital would like to thank the community for coming together to raise more than $248,000 through the Alabama Rural Hospital Tax Credit program (HB86). This new state program allows individuals and businesses to choose where a portion of their Alabama income tax dollars go. Instead of sending those dollars to the state, participants... Read More

Arrests 04-07-2026Daijah Shardae Battle, 20, Faunsdale, was arrested for failure to appear.Clemon Johnson, 47, Uniontown, was arrested for three counts of failure to appear. 04-08-2026Maria Broadnax, 23, Demopolis, was arrested for domestic violence/assault third degree.William Christopher Washington, 22, Demopolis, was arrested for domestic violence/assault third degree.Harvell Johnson, 59, Gallion, was arrested for certain persons in... Read More