Classifieds Week of Sep 14, 2023
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale County)— $6.00 per insertion, 20 words or less.All words in excess of 20, 52¢ per word.Payable in advance of publication.— MINIMUM RATE (Outside HaleCounty) — $9.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20,65¢ per word. Payable in advance of publication.Card of Thanks,... Read More
Citing conditions favorable for wildfires, Ala. Forestry Commission issues statewide Fire Alert
The Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) has issued a statewide Fire Alert effective immediately. While under a Fire Alert, permits for outdoor burning will be restricted. Anyone who burns a field, grassland, or woodland without a burn permit may be subject to prosecution for committing a Class B misdemeanor. This burning restriction is being issued because... Read More
Celebrating 50 years, Greensboro Farmers’ Co-Op plans ‘Fall Day’
The Greensboro Farmers’ Cooperative is set to mark its 50th anniversary with a special Customer Appreciation Day/Fall Day Event. This event, scheduled for Friday, October 6th, will commence at 6:00 am. The Co-Op, which traditionally holds a Spring Day each year, has introduced this Fall Day event in honor of its golden jubilee. Attendees can... Read More
Numerous infrastructure projects in Black Belt delayed due to political infighting
Hale and Perry County residents, along with the broader Black Belt region, have been anticipating significant infrastructure projects in their area, particularly the construction of the West Alabama Corridor. However, a series of disagreements and funding disputes have raised concerns about the future of these projects. The West Alabama Corridor, a major initiative that includes... Read More
Tenth annual River Fest at Lock 6 Park in Sawyerville will be this Saturday
The much-anticipated Sawyerville River Fest is back for its tenth year and is set to take place this Saturday, September 30, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The annual Hale County event, cherished by many, will be hosted at Lock 6 park, located on Co. Rd. 15 in Sawyerville. In light of current health concerns,... Read More
Singleton, Alabama Senate Minority Leader and Greensboro native, exploring run for congress
State media outlets are reporting that Alabama Senate minority leader Bobby Singleton intends to form an exploratory committee to consider running for the U.S. Congress in District 7. Singleton, a native of Hale County, has been representing the 24th District, which encompasses much of the Black Belt, since 2005. Previous to that, Singleton had been... Read More
Shooting erupts at Footwash Saturday, Ryan Hobson killed in crossfire
Local law enforcement agencies have confirmed that one man, Ryan Hobson of Greensboro, was killed over the weekend at the annual Footwash festival in south Hale County. Hobson, who appears to have been only a bystander to the violence, was reportedly stuck by the crossfire when gunshots rang out at the festival that Saturday night.... Read More
SeniorRX can help area residents pay for high-cost medications
SenioRx is a program offered through the Area Agency on Aging of West Alabama that could help save you money on your prescription drugs, and it’s not just for seniors! The SenioRx Program helps you apply for patient assistance programs offered by pharmaceutical companies to receive your prescriptions at a free or reduced price. SenioRx... Read More
Deacon Lindzy May
Deacon Lindzy May was born on November 1, 1933, in Faunsdale, Alabama. At the age of 89, this wellloved and respected senior citizen entered into eternal transition on Friday, September 15, 2023, at Whitfield Regional Hospital in Demopolis, Alabama. Service details had not been announced as of press time. Phillip White’s Julia L. White Funeral... Read More
Cleveland Jones
Cleveland Jones, 73, of Newbern, Alabama, entered into eternal transition on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at his residence. Services for Mr. Jones were held as follows: Visitation took place on Friday, September 15, 2023, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Phillip White’s Julia L. White Funeral Home on 322 North Street in Uniontown. Additional... Read More