Sister Mary Florence Thomas Zanders, born October 2, 1940, in Greensboro, Alabama, passed away on November 12, 2024, at Hale County Hospital in Greensboro. She was 84 years old. Mary was the daughter of William and Carrie Thomas. She was a member of Mount Olive Methodist Church from a young age and dedicated her life to service, exhibiting her faith through her care and compassion for others. She graduated from Hale County Training School and spent her career working as... Read More
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is working with multiple local law enforcement agencies across the state to make sure everyone stays safe on the roads throughout the week of Thanksgiving. Whether driving cross country or just across town to celebrate the holiday, remember to buckle up. Every trip. Every time. Starting Saturday, Nov. 23, and running through Sunday, Dec. 1, ALEA Troopers will conduct highvisibility enforcement details such as driver license checkpoints and Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) operations.... Read More
Willie J. Chambers, 65, of Newbern, Alabama, passed away on November 7, 2024. He was born on January 17, 1959, to Lillie B. Chambers and Henry Chambers in Newbern, Alabama. Mr. Chambers was a lifelong member of St. John Baptist Church, where he served faithfully until his passing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lillie B. Chambers and Henry Chambers, and two brothers, John Chambers and Henry Chambers Jr. Willie J. Chambers is survived by his wife, Linda... Read More
Ah, the beloved holiday season: a time of joy, excitement, fellowship, and celebrating the magic that this time of year brings out, especially in the eyes of our children. Who doesn’t love a good family get-together over a table full of traditional foods like turkey, ham, dressing, assorted casseroles, and of course the desserts! I personally prefer ham to turkey but would never pass up a good home-cooked meal. As we dive into the next six weeks, I hope you... Read More
Lillie Mae Griffin, 82, of Greensboro, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Born on October 1, 1942, in Carrollton, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Deacon Clifford J. Griffin and Sis. Alice M. Griffin. Lillie gave her life to Christ at an early age and became a member of First Missionary Baptist Church in Aliceville, Alabama. Later in life, she joined Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Greensboro, Alabama. She was educated in the Pickens and Hale... Read More