Thelma Cole Watkins
Thelma Cole Watkins, 81 went to her eternal home on November 6, 2022. She was born in Sawyerville, AL on January 9, 1941 to Marie Crocker Cole and Talmage Cole. She was a packer at Plastics as well as a loving wife and mother. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jessie... Read More
Hospital Corner
The Power of Rural! Celebrate with us at Hale County Hospital as we recognize Thursday, November 17th as National Rural Health Day. We are committed to providing Top Care to residents of all ages across Hale County. As a predominantly rural community, we hear, see and empathize with the struggles that our residents face when... Read More
Antioch Baptist plans 125th anniversary celebration for Nov. 20
Please join us for the Antioch Baptist Church 125th Anniversary Celebration! It will be held November 20, 2022, at 10:30am; lunch will be provided following the service. Please invite your family members and descendants to join in celebrating with us! Antioch Baptist Church is located at 929 County Road 3 north of Greensboro. The Rev.... Read More
Southern finishes season in game two of state playoffs, sends four to AISA All-Star game on Dec. 2
Southern Academy Varsity football ended their football season with new head coach Chris Hilliker with a trip to the second round of playoffs. Their final season record was 5-6. Top players this season were Senior running back Wesley Hall lead the team in tackles with 87 for the year. Wesely also had 380 yards rushing... Read More
Greensboro’s Community Thanksgiving service set for November 20 at 6:00 p.m.
The Greensboro Ministerial Association is grateful to announce its annual community Thanksgiving service. The service will be held-Sunday, November 20 at Third Street Church of God, located at 1102 Third Street in Greensboro, where Bro. Kervin Jones is Pastor. The service will begin at 6:00 PM with choir practice preceding the service at 5:15 PM.... Read More
Magnolia Homemakers win accolades at annual state meeting
The Magnolia Homemakers and Community Leaders met on November 15 at Hale County Extension building. President, Nancy Jennings, presided. Twenty-two people attended. Barbara Kelly and Mary Kate Bell served as hostesses. The program was provided by Olivia Fuller, Horticulture Agent for ten counties in Alabama. She shared information on “vegetable pollinators.” Magnolia Homemakers sold boxes... Read More
Magnolia Grove hosts Christmas open house and art market for Sunday, Dec. 11
Magnolia Grove hosts Christmas open house and art market for Sunday, Dec. 11 The Friends of Magnolia Grove invite all members of the community to join them for a Christmas Open House and Holiday Market on Sunday, December 11, from 11 am to 4 pm. This free event will feature beautiful live greenery and decorations... Read More
As flu season rages, Alabama declares Nov. 18 ‘Flu Shot Friday’ statewide
Physicians with the Medical Association of the State of Alabama and the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) are encouraging Alabamians to take part in “Flu Shot Friday” on November 18. “Flu Shot Friday” is a public information campaign to encourage every Alabamian older than 6 months to get vaccinated against the flu. “It is... Read More
Annual Greensboro UMW bazaar will be Friday starting at 7:00 a.m.
The Greensboro UMW Bazaar is this week, Friday, November 18 at Greensboro First United Methodist Church downtown on the corner of Tuscaloosa St. (Hwy 69) and Main Street. “We are so excited and are working hard to make it a great event,” said organizers. One exciting chance is the raffling off of a beautiful quilt.... Read More
Greensboro considers new city council district map, public hearing will be Tuesday at 6:00
The City of Greensboro is considering a redistricting plan for its City Council districts. The mayor and council will hold a public hearing on the plan on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. Residents are encouraged to attend. The city has released one proposed map to be considered at the hearing Tuesday... Read More