Rail trail project feasibility study on track for April completion
A feasibility study examining the potential for a multi-use rail trail connecting Selma, Marion, Greensboro, and Newbern is on track for completion by April, with a public consultation phase planned for May. The study is part of Sweet Trails Alabama, a broader initiative to develop recreational trail infrastructure across the state. The Marion leg of... Read More
Al Pinkston: Remembering Newbern’s baseball legend
45 years ago, on March 18, 1981, a Hall of Famer and record holder of the Mexican Baseball League died in Fort Wayne, Indiana. His name was Alfred (Al) Pinkston, and he was from Newbern, Alabama. American Major League Baseball only lists one official at-bat in one game for Al Pinkston. The records aren’t even... Read More
One hospitalized after shooting in Sawyerville March 15
A shooting at Club 14, a nightclub in Sawyerville, left one person hospitalized in the intensive care unit early Sunday morning, March 15, according to the Hale County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Michael Hamilton said the shooting began as an argument and that the victim was not the intended target. Investigators have identified a suspect, but... Read More
Classifieds Week of Mar 19, 2026
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) —$20.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, $1.25 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, $1.25 per... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Mar 19, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage dated January 29, 2008, executed by PATRICK KEARLEY, AN UNMARRIED MAN, to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEM, SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, which mortgage was recorded on... Read More
Planting tips for spring gardening
Preparing the soil is key to a good garden The rich soil of the Black Belt region is like gold to home gardeners. Lovely home gardens require planning and regular attention. The Tuskegee University Extension Program offers several tips to help with your gardening needs. Select a planting site that has full sun. Vegetables do... Read More
David Thornton
David Thornton, 92, of Newbern, died March 5, 2026, in Greensboro. He was born March 12, 1933. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 14, at 1:30 p.m. at New Mission Church, County Road 20, Newbern, with burial following at Croom Cemetery in Newbern.
Cooking in the Black Belt
“How do you even make a pie crust?” I found myself asking this very question over the years anytime I approached making a pie. Up until last summer, I relied on the cookie crust variety of pie or store bought crusts—both frozen and refrigerated. It was in June of last year that I put my... Read More
GPD reports arrests for FTA, theft of services, harassment, drug possession
Greensboro Police Department released the following report of its activities: Arrests March 3, 2026Natasha Evans, 25, of Greensboro was arrested for FTA — assault 3rd. March 5, 2026Ja’Voris Deandre Shaw, 25, of Moundville was arrested for attempting to elude a police officer. March 7, 2026Eric Lamont Williams, 38, of Greensboro was arrested for FTA —... Read More
Sumac Cottage launches spring programs with live music and art exhibition
Friday night’s ‘Sumac Sundowner’ will feature related works from songwriter Tim Higgins and artist Casey Roberts Sumac Cottage will launch its lineup of Spring programs on Friday, March 13th with their second Sumac Sundowner event, featuring the work of textile artist Casey Roberts (Marion, AL) and musician Tim Higgins (Greensboro, AL). Roberts will be displaying... Read More