Vickie B. Pearce
Vickie B. Pearce, age 64, of Greene County passed away at Hospice of West Alabama on August 25. 2025. Vickie was born January 30, 1961, in Tuscaloosa County. She was an employee of Indian Hills Animal Clinic for 43 years. Vickie is survived by her husband Virgil Guy Pearce Jr., daughter Selaine P. Walker, her... Read More
Auburn Doyle Stapleton Jr.
Auburn Doyle Stapleton Jr. was born on October 25, 1959, and died on August 11, 2025, at DCH Regional Hospital in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, at the age of 66. A native of Uniontown, he was a resident of Greensboro, Alabama. A memorial service was held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Uniontown Church... Read More
Ivey declares September ‘preparedness month’ for Alabama, emphasizes having a plan and emergency supplies at home
With September designated as “National Preparedness Month,” Governor Kay Ivey is calling on Alabamians to take proactive steps now to safeguard their families before disaster strikes. “Alabama is no stranger to Mother Nature in all shapes, forms and sizes. From hurricanes to tornadoes, we’ve seen it all,” said Governor Ivey. “I have always believed in... Read More
After confirmed measles case in Alabama child, ADPH issues warning on symptoms, advice on prevention
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) was notified last week that a child under 5 years of age living in North Alabama has been confirmed to have measles. The unvaccinated child contracted measles while traveling out of the United States. The child did not attend daycare or school, and entities involved in the management... Read More
District Attorney warns business owners: comply with gambling machine laws or face arrest
Fourth Judicial Circuit District Attorney Robert H. Turner Jr. has issued a warning to business owners in Bibb, Dallas, Hale, Perry, and Wilcox counties to remove illegal gambling machines or face prosecution. In a social media post this week, Turner reminded the public that slot gaming machines are illegal under Code of Alabama § 13A-12-27,... Read More
Workshop set Sept. 11 for area families on services for adults with disabilities
The University of South Alabama Regional Autism Network (USARAN) and the Alfred G. Adams, Jr. Optimist Club of Perry County are offering a free in-person workshop for families and professionals on navigating services for adults with disabilities. The workshop will be offered in Marion at the Albert Turner, Sr. Courthouse Annex on Thursday, Sept. 11... Read More
Deadlines approach for Sept. 23 municipal runoff election
Moundville voters will head back to polls to select D-5 councilmember, other area cities also have choices Municipal voters will head back to the polls on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, for runoff elections across Alabama, including races in Hale and Perry counties. In Hale County, Moundville voters in District 5 will choose their next city... Read More
Jay retires from Greensboro Utilities after nearly five decades at City Hall
John Jay retired on July 31, 2025, as superintendent of the City of Greensboro Utilities Board after more than 48 years of service to the citizens of Greensboro. A retirement luncheon was held on August 1 at Greensboro City Hall, attended by family, former and current employees, and friends. “It has been a pleasure to... Read More
Greensboro man arrested for obstructing governmental operations after pit bulls attack chihuahua, owner fends them off with knife
Jamichael Edwards, 24, of Greensboro was arrested after deputies say he interfered with their investigation into a dog attack in Sawyerville on August 23. According to court records, deputies were called to Sage Road after a man reported being attacked by two pit bulls while walking his Chihuahua. According to court records, the dogs knocked... Read More
Classifieds Week of Sep 04, 2025
Classified Ad Rates — MINIMUM RATE (In Hale or Perry County) —$20.00 per insertion, 20 words or less. All words in excess of 20, 75¢ 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, 95¢ per... Read More