Akron man indicted in Hale Circuit Court on charges including attempted arson
Jerome Jackson, 40, of Akron, was indicted in Hale County Circuit Court on charges of first-degree attempted arson. Jackson was arrested on Aug. 7 of 2023 on that charge as well as third-degree criminal trespass and third-degree criminal mischief. While the indictment was returned on Nov. 30 of 2024, the case did not appear as... Read More
Annual Alabama catfish industry conference will be held today at Marion Junction experiment station
The 2024 Alabama Catfish Conference will be held Thursday, January 11, 2024, at the Blackbelt Research & Extension Center in Marion Junction. This meeting will provide an update on research activities within the Alabama catfish industry. Lunch will be served and there will be a drawing for several door prizes. Registration begins at 8:00am and... Read More
Bond set at $400,000 for G’boro man charged with assault, robbery
Marquis Jackson of Greensboro, 33, was indicted Nov. 30 in Hale County Circuit Court on charges including first-degree assault. Jackson was arrested in Greensboro on March 30, 2023 for offenses that allegedly took place March 24 of that year, including assault, first-degree robbery, and first-degree burglary. Jackson was being held with no bond while the... Read More
Singleton announces $100,000 in funding for Greensboro Tuesday
Funding for library, tech center, GRC also announced; council hears request for purchase of new garbage carts, pays insurance State Senator and Greensboro native Bobby Singleton was in attendance at the first Greensboro City Council meeting of 2024 Tuesday night. Singleton was there to announce a number of significant appropriations to public projects. First, he... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Jan 11, 2024
Legal Notice IN THE PROBATE COURT OF HALE COUNTY, ALABAMA STATE OF ALABAMA, Ex Rel JOHN R. COOPER, Director of the Alabama Department of Transportation, Petitioner, vs. JOHN C. JAY, ET AL., Defendants. CASE NO. 2023-097 NOTICE OF PETITION TO CONDEMN REAL PROPERTY AND FOR AN ORDER OF CONDEMNATION NOTICE TO: DOROTHY CARTER, NETTIE RAY,... Read More
Mary Alice Campbell
Mary Alice Campbell, age 80 of Moundville, passed away December 29, 2023 at DCH Regional Medical Center. She was born March 31, 1943. Services will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at Magnolia Chapel South at 2:00 pm wit Bro. Jimmy Gardner officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing. Burial will follow at Oak Hill... Read More
USDA releases updated hardiness zone map, Black Belt completely in Zone 9a
For the first time in more than a decade, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released new hardiness zone maps. These new changes bring a new level of climate accuracy, allowing people to intelligently select plants that thrive best in their region. An Alabama Cooperative Extension System home grounds, gardens and home pests agent... Read More
Hale County Hospital’s Hospital Corner
At Hale County Hospital, it is our mission to pursue and promote healing, improved health, and improved quality of life of the residents of Hale County and surrounding communities. Our focus is on relationship and community- centered healthcare complemented by programming, activities, and community partnerships that support improved health and quality of life of our... Read More
Eddie Pitts
Brother Eddie Pitts, aged 38, of Uniontown, Alabama departed this life on December 25, 2023, at his residence. A graveside service to honor his memory will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Goldman Hill Cemetery, located at 100 Village Ave, Uniontown, AL.
Odis L. Jemison
Odis L. Jemison, age 83, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. Born on May 5, 1940, he was a cherished member of his community and beloved by many. The management and staff of Agnew Funeral Home extend their deepest sympathy for his passing. Preceded in death by his son, Odis L. Jemison... Read More