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- Black History Month: Local business owner reflects on long career hereFred Shaw, owner and operator of F & D Shaw Motors, has spent the last 22 years selling vehicles in and around Greensboro. He says his business is part of a much longer story of Black entrepreneurship in his family. “Entrepreneurship runs deep in my family,” Shaw said. “I am proud to follow in the footsteps of my grandfather and father, both businessmen in their rights.” His grandfather owned and operated a grist mill and grocery store that served as... Read More
- Geri ColburnGeri Colburn, a beloved 74-year-old resident of Centreville, Alabama, passed away on February 16, 2026, at Bibb County Nursing Home. Graveside services was held at Salem Church in Marion, Alabama, on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Geri’s legacy is carried on by her loving family. She is survived by her children Misty (Kevin) Shuttlesworth, Dena (Jimmy) Hudson, and Debbie (Troy) May, as well as her siblings Judy Murphy and Richie Bracknell. She was a cherished grandmother to Haley... Read More
- Henry Banks
Henry Banks was born on September 5, 1938, to the late Mary Banks and Henry Banks. He confessed his faith at an early age as a member of Springfield Missionary Baptist Church in Sawyerville, Alabama. He wedded his wife, Lucy Banks, in 1959, and to this union six children were born. He was called home to be with the Lord on February 9, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife Lucy, his daughters Laura Tinker and Maggie (Curtis)... Read More - Shelia Phillips James
Shelia Phillips James was born March 9, 1962, and died February 15, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was a native of Uniontown, Alabama. Funeral services for Shelia Phillips James, 63, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, will be held Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 12024 U.S. Highway 80, Gallion. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery, 2092 Freetown Road, Uniontown. - Lincolnite Club seeks Black Belt students for scholarship programThe Lincolnite Club, Inc. is now accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship awards, offering financial assistance to Black Belt students who show both academic promise and a record of service to their schools and communities. The club’s National Scholarship Committee is seeking high school seniors with a grade point average of 2.50 or higher who demonstrate leadership abilities, participate in extracurricular activities, and are engaged in community service. Applicants must also be Black Belt residents or descendants and submit a... Read More