Laura Kyser was awarded the Tagged For Greatness Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 2, in Montgomery, AL. Laura is the daughter of Townsend and Kelly Kyser of Greensboro. Kyser will graduate from Southern Academy and plans to attend Auburn University to pursue a degree in Nursing. The honoree was one of 160 students awarded $152,750 in scholarships by the ACF, which serves to engage in educational and scientific activities to improve the beef cattle industry in Alabama and educate youth on the importance of beef cattle in Alabama. The ACF provides the opportunity to make tax deductible donations for the educational work of the foundation and is largely funded by the sale of the “Cowboy Tag” vanity license plate. Throughout the year, the ACF supports numerous organizations and events which help to educate and train future generations of the livestock industry. The ACF has awarded scholarship money each year to Alabama youth with more than $1.5 million being awarded to date. Kyser is pictured above with Alabama Cattlemen’s Association President Keith Glover of Greensboro.
Mary Alice Jackson, 106, died Thursday, November 20, 2025. She was born January 10, 1919. With deep love and profound gratitude for a life well-lived, her family announced her transition from this life on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Mrs. Jackson’s long life was a testament to faith, strength and grace. She touched many hearts through her kindness, wisdom and unwavering love for family, church and community. Though her earthly journey has ended, her legacy will continue in the lives of... Read More
Leon “Lee” Williams, 63, of Greensboro, Alabama, died Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Deversicare of Greensboro, Alabama. He was born April 20, 1962, in Greensboro, Alabama (Cedarville Community), to loving and caring parents, Fate and Mary F. Williams. Leon, affectionately known as “Lee” or “Tweda,” was a very caring, loving and kindhearted Father, Brother, Uncle and friend. Leon attended Sunshine High School in Newbern, Alabama, and graduated with the Class of 1980. He was a member of the Sunshine High... Read More
Ruby Lakeshia Carter was born on October 16, 1985, in Hale County, Alabama, to Francis Carter and James Hunter. She transitioned into the arms of Christ on November 9, 2025, at The University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital. Ruby gave her life to Christ and had an enduring relationship with him, as evidenced by her words and deeds. Known for her intellect and kind spirit, Ruby was educated in the Hale County School System. Following high school graduation, she matriculated... Read More
Stacy Leona White was born January 5, 1989, to the late Augusta Lee White and the late Henry Conner. She departed this earthly life on November 9, 2025, at DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at New Pentecostal Church in Greensboro, Alabama, with Pastor Lovetta Long officiating. She was preceded in death by her mother, Augusta Lee White; her father, Henry Conner; her grandmothers, Martha Rollins Williams and... Read More
Haley Hoggle Selected for Troy University’s “The 87” Haley Hoggle of Moundville, AL, has been selected by Troy University as a member of “The 87”.The 87, formerly Who’s Who, recognizes juniors, seniors and graduate students who have excelled in campus leadership and in their academic area. Selections are made based on academic standing, community service, leadership ability, and potential for continued success. This year’s recipients were honored by TROY Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., and First Lady of TROY Janice... Read More