Cook cousins graduate, head to UAB and UA
HCSD reports arrests for probation violation, truancy, FTA, DUI, possession First cousins Wesley Mills Cook and Ava Gabrielle Cook are graduates of the Class of 2025 from their respective high schools. Wesley’s graduation from Homewood High School was held at Samford University in Birmingham on May 17, 2025. Her Diploma was with an Advanced Academic... Read More
HCSD reports arrests for probation violation, truancy, FTA, DUI, possession
Hale County Sheriff’s Department released the following report of the department’s recent activities: Arrests: May 27, 2025Keiedric Demetrius Crispin, 27, of Tuscaloosa, was arrested for probation violation. Jonathan Matthew Watkins, 37, of Moundville, was arrested for public intoxication. Brandon Hebert, 41, of Moundville, was arrested for four counts of failure to appear. James Hezekiah Seale... Read More
Former Hale County coach to be inducted to Shelton HOF
Shelton State Athletics announced on June 4, 2025, that Lori Westbrook Wyatt Edwards will be inducted into their Hall of Fame. Lori had a dominant record as a softball pitcher at Marengo Academy, going 68 consecutive games without a loss between 1980 and 1982. Her team won three straight AISA state championships in these years... Read More
Hale natives rise to top of their field as educators in Black Belt
By the time most students walk into Sumter Central High School, Dr. Joeva Thomas has already started her day with a smile, a clipboard, and a whistle around her neck. From organizing team drills to preparing health lessons, Thomas leads with energy, purpose, and now, national recognition. In 2023, Dr. Joeva Thomas and Dr. Kimberley... Read More
Council votes to allow Alabama Fiber Network to move forward with construction of broadband infrastructure
Greensboro City Council voted to allow Alabama Fiber Network to begin setting up equipment at their proposed site behind the fire station during the council’s June 10 meeting. Alabama Fiber Network (AFN) constructs fiber optic cable infrastructure designed to improve connectivity for local businesses, schools, hospitals, and government offices throughout all of Alabama’s counties. David... Read More
Classifieds Week of June 12, 2025
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) — $20.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, 75¢ per word. Payable in advance of publication. — MINIMUM RATE (Outside Hale or Perry County) — $20.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20,... Read More
Legal Notices Week of June 12, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE State of AlabamaPerry CountyProbate CourtCase No. 25-2766 Letters of Administration on the Estate of Donna K. Brown, deceased, having been granted to Amanda Russell, as Personal Representative on the 5th day of May, 2025 by the Probate Court of Perry, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims agains said estate... Read More
Jimmie Allen Carter
Jimmie Allen Carter, age 88, of Greensboro, Alabama, passed away on May 25 at Bibb County Nursing Home in Centreville, Alabama. He was born on March 14, 1937 in Bibb County to George and Elsie Carter. He was survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty Colburn Carter; children Joey Carter (SaLeta) and Vicky Carter;... Read More
FHCA hosts ‘Paws for a Night with Friends’ fundraiser on June 6
The Friends of Hale County Animals (FHCA) will host its second annual “Paws for a Night with Friends” fundraiser on Friday, June 6th at Project Horseshoe Farm Courtyard/ Ballroom from 6-8pm. Money raised will help support Hale County Animal Shelter and FHCA’s spay and neuter program. Tickets to enter are $25 per person which will... Read More
Hale County Hospital’s: Hospital Corner
Heartfelt Thanks for a Memorable Hospital Week at Hale County Hospital From May 12 to May 16, Hale County Hospital celebrated Hospital Week with joy, gratitude, and a strong sense of community. The week was filled with generous gifts, delicious meals, and moments of appreciation—all made possible by our supportive partners and dedicated team members.... Read More