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
Legal Notices Week of December 12, 2024
Legal NoticeLEGAL NOTICEIn accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 75, as amended, notice is hereby given that Central Alabama Asphalt & Construction CO., LLC,Contractor, has completed the Contract for Construction of: City of Marion 2024 Road Rehabilitation Project, Contract No. MA241 153 For the City of Marion, Owner, and have made request... Read More
M’ville man charged with unlawful gun possession
A Moundville man, Korey Lashawn Williams, 39, was arrested on Nov. 26 on charges of firearm possession by a person forbidden under Alabama law. Authorities allege Williams was in possession of a firearm despite a prior conviction that prohibits him from owning or controlling such weapons. According to court documents, Williams was stopped on Nov.... Read More
Bham SBA sets workshops in Dec. on small business funding
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is hosting two workshops in December to provide valuable information for small business owners interested in SBA lending programs and federal contracting opportunities. These events are designed to help small businesses access financial resources and navigate the complexities of working with the federal government. The first workshop will be... Read More
Holmes, Moundville native, named to Dean’s List
Lillian Holmes of Moundville has been named to the 2024 summer trimester Dean’s List at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida Campus in Port Orange, Florida. Palmer College of Chiropractic, the first and largest college in the chiropractic profession, has campuses in Davenport, Iowa; San Jose, California; and Port Orange, Florida.
Officers charge Akron man with receiving stolen pistol
An Akron man has been charged with Receiving Stolen Property in the Second Degree in Hale County. According to the criminal complaint against Roger Ryan, 59, the charge alleges that on or about Nov. 30, Ryan received a stolen firearm—a black Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard .380 with serial number KBX2316. The property allegedly belonged... Read More
Willodene Price
Willodene Price, age 79, of Moundville, Alabama passed away on November 28, 2024, at her residence. A memorial service was held on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. with a visitation from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Englewood Baptist Church. Brother Randy Beard officiated the service. She was preceded in death by her... Read More
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
Sign up now for annual Marion Christmas Parade, Saturday, Dec. 14
The City of Marion is gearing up for its annual Christmas Parade and Christmas on the Square event, set to bring festive cheer to Downtown Main Street on Saturday, December 14, 2024. The parade will begin at 5:00 p.m., lighting up the evening with holiday-themed floats, vehicles, trucks, ATVs, gocarts, and more. In addition to... Read More