The historic Marion Female Seminary is sporting a fresh coat of paint, courtesy of a grant from the Alabama-Tombigbee Resource Conservation and Development Council. The Perry County Historical and Preservation Society and the Perry County High School Alumni Association, which maintain the 176-year-old landmark, thanked Ala-Tom RC&D for the funding that made the exterior repairs... Read More

On Fire For Jesus will present “Jesus and Jeans,” a gospel event scheduled for Saturday, April 18, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at G’villo, 15769 County Road 21, Moundville. Supper will be provided. Featured performers and speakers include: Legacy Gospel and Donna Weaver Evangelist Devon Hutchison Thomas Averette The Faith Chapel Youth group Those planning... Read More

Everyone knows the story. People who have never watched a single baseball game know the story. Babe Ruth lumbers to the plate in Game 3 of the 1932 New York Yankees-Chicago Cubs World Series. He exchanges a few words with the pitcher and then points to the sky over the wooden outfield fence (it would... Read More

Carli Lewis of Uniontown, Alabama, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at the University of West Alabama. Lewis is among approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership... Read More

I told you last week that I’d give you the story of Turtleback cookies. Last week, I also promised to get us past the dessert table and start contributing more savory options. Nevertheless, my heart is full of sugar and butter, so that is where I’ll naturally go. Now, take a trip with me down... Read More

The Hale County Sheriff’s Office will host a free Citizens Firearms Safety Course for individuals aged 19 and above. The two-part course begins with a classroom session on Saturday, April 11, at 9:00 a.m. at the Hale County Courthouse. Part two will be held at a designated firing range, potentially on the same day or... Read More

Did you know there are senior activity centers right here in your community? Senior activity centers offer older adults a place to socialize, stay active, and enjoy nutritious meals in a welcoming environment. Participants can take part in activities like exercise classes, games, educational programs, and special events while building friendships and staying connected. These... Read More

The Greensboro Opera House will present the play “Fireball” on Sunday, April 12, at 3:00 p.m. Admission is free, with a reception following. “Fireball” is a single-actor play dramatizing the true story of Hazel Lindsey, a Tennessee plow girl who survived poverty, abuse, and eleven husbands with wit, wisdom, and tenacity. The play was written... Read More