Perry County’s annual Christmas Tour to include eight historic sites Sat. Dec. 14
The Perry County Historical and Preservation Society is preparing for its annual Christmas Tour of Homes, set to take place on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s tour will highlight eight historic sites across Marion, offering attendees a chance to delve into the county’s history and architecture, all dressed in... Read More
Hale County Hospital’s: Hospital Corner
An Alternative to Short- Term Skilled Nursing Facility Stays: Swing Bed Services at Hale County Hospital Recovering from illness, injury, or surgery can be a challenging journey, especially when additional care is required before returning home. Hale County Hospital offers a valuable resource to assist patients during this transitional period: Swing Bed. This unique service... Read More
Churches plan community Christmas event for December 15th
The Antioch Church, under the leadership of the Rev. Ferrel Caddell, and Bay Springs A.M.E. Zion Church, led by the Rev. Joseph Finch, are coming together to sponsor the First Annual Community Christmas Celebration. This joyous event is an invitation for everyone in the community to come together in the spirit of the season. The... Read More
Hoover woman charged with first-degree theft, criminal mischief in Hale
Erica Tashay Bennett, 26, of Hoover, Alabama, is facing charges of first-degree theft of property and first-degree criminal mischief stemming from incidents alleged to have occurred on September 21, 2023, in Hale County. She was arrested on December 6 by Hale County authorities and is currently in custody. Her bond has been set at $20,000.... Read More
HCBOE set to meet today at 5:30 p.m.
The Hale County Board of Education will hold its next meeting on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the College and Career Academy, located at 19875 Alabama Highway 69 in Greensboro, Alabama. The proposed agenda includes several key items. New business will address an out-of-state field trip request... Read More
Two from Moundville cited for hunting violations in Perry
Two Moundville men, 18-year-old Wyatt Christopher Daniel and 19-year-old Hunter Lee Wyatt, have been cited for illegal hunting activities in Perry County. The citations stem from a November 28 incident at or near County Road 23 and Bud Logan Road, where they were accused of hunting at night, hunting from a vehicle, and discharging a... Read More
Deborah Denise Johnson
Deborah Denise Johnson, beloved wife of Pastor Calvin Johnson of Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the age of 59. She was born June 1, 1965. A devoted pastor’s wife for nearly 34 years, Mrs. Johnson was known for her sweet and loving spirit and her unwavering commitment... Read More
Salaam Green, G’boro native turned Bham poet laureate, will speak Dec. 14
The Friends of Hale County Library are set to host their final library lecture of the year, an event that promises to highlight the richness of literary talent rooted in the Black Belt. The featured guest is Salaam Green, an accomplished poet, educator, and healer, who is also a native of Greensboro, Alabama. The lecture... Read More
Christmas activities planned for this weekend throughout the Black Belt
Parades in Marion and Greensboro, Perry Co. historic tour, and poetry lecture top list of events Communities across the Black Belt are gearing up for a festive weekend filled with holiday cheer, parades, and seasonal celebrations on December 13 and 14, 2024. From Greensboro to Marion, these events promise to highlight local traditions, history, and... Read More
Classifieds Week of Dec 12, 2024
Classified Ad Rates MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County):$20.00 per insertion for 20 words or less. Each additional word is 75¢. Payment required in advance of publication. MINIMUM RATE (Outside Hale or Perry County):$20.00 per insertion for 20 words or less. Each additional word is 95¢. Payment required in advance of publication. Card of... Read More