HCSD finds stolen items serving search warrant
The Hale County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to help identify items recovered during the execution of a search warrant on February 25. Recovered items include chainsaws, coins, impact wrenches, guns, power hand tools, and an air compressor. Anyone who believes they can identify the recovered property should contact Captain Nelson at the Hale... Read More
Greensboro Garden Club announces return of ‘Yard of the Month’ awards
The Greensboro Garden Club is pleased to announce the return of its Yard of the Month program for 2026, celebrating the beauty, pride, and dedication of Greensboro residents who work hard to maintain attractive and welcoming outdoor spaces. Beginning in April, the Yard of the Month award will be presented each month through December. The... Read More
Moundville elementary teacher charged with harassment of student
A Moundville Elementary School teacher was arrested Friday on charges stemming from an incident with a student last fall. Court records state that Caleb Adams, a 29-year-old teacher at Moundville Elementary, was charged with harassment related to an incident that occurred on November 21st of last year at the school. The report says Adams ‘snatched... Read More
Heath Clary Named Catfish Division Winner in Statewide Outstanding Young Farm Family Contest
Heath Clary of Hale County was named the Catfish Division winner in the statewide Outstanding Young Farm Family (OYFF) contest organized by the Alabama Farmers Federation. Clary was recognized during the Federation’s Young Farmers Conference Feb. 28 in Gulf Shores in front of 450 of his peers. He farms in Newbern. As the Catfish Division... Read More
Lions Club donates $5k to help with Hale County Hospital renovation project
The Hale County Lions Club has generously donated $5,000 to support the development of a new Emergency Department at Hale County Hospital — a contribution that will be matched dollar-for-dollar through the Hale County Community Foundation, doubling the impact of the gift. Through a generous matching initiative administered by the Hale County Community Foundation, an... Read More
Classifieds Week of Mar 05, 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 5, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF ALABAMAPERRY COUNTYPROBATE COURTCASE NO. 25-2803 Estate ofErle Randolph Richardson, Jr.Deceased Letters of Testamentary having been granted to the undersigned on the 4th day of November, 2025, by the Honorable Probate Court of Perry County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against the Estate are required to file... Read More
Black History Month: Local business owner reflects on long career here
Fred Shaw, owner and operator of F & D Shaw Motors, has spent the last 22 years selling vehicles in and around Greensboro. He says his business is part of a much longer story of Black entrepreneurship in his family. “Entrepreneurship runs deep in my family,” Shaw said. “I am proud to follow in the... Read More
Geri Colburn
Geri Colburn, a beloved 74-year-old resident of Centreville, Alabama, passed away on February 16, 2026, at Bibb County Nursing Home. Graveside services was held at Salem Church in Marion, Alabama, on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Geri’s legacy is carried on by her loving family. She is survived by her children Misty (Kevin)... Read More
Henry Banks
Henry Banks was born on September 5, 1938, to the late Mary Banks and Henry Banks. He confessed his faith at an early age as a member of Springfield Missionary Baptist Church in Sawyerville, Alabama. He wedded his wife, Lucy Banks, in 1959, and to this union six children were born. He was called home... Read More