David James Fields
David James “Anthony” Fields, 65, of Greensboro, died on January 12, 2026. He was born on September 22, 1960, to Queen Fields Craig. His beloved and beautiful mother, father and five siblings preceded him in death. David leaves to cherish his memories the love of his life, Marilyn Faye Hicks; two sons, Kiara (Michelle) Hicks... Read More
Mike Collins
Michael Fitzgerald “Mike” Collins, a beloved father, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 61, in the comfort of his home. He was born on May 22, 1964, in Greensboro. Michael was the son of Willie Albert Collins Sr. and Viola Collins, who both preceded him in... Read More
Applications are now open for the 2026 Ala. Governor’s Office Summer Internship
Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that the application period for the Governor’s Office Summer Internship Program is now open. This nine-week program offers college students a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in state government while working alongside dedicated professionals in the executive branch. A staunch advocate for education and a former teacher, Governor... Read More
Alabama Power offers tips for saving energy and money during fluctuating winter weather
Since December, parts of the state have had nine days where the temperature jumped or dropped by at least 10 degrees from one day to the next. Another drop is on its way, as we’re expected to wake up Thursday to temperatures in the 20s, with lows staying below freezing for the next seven days.... Read More
IRS opened 2025 tax filing season on Monday, January 26
IRS Opens 2026 Tax Filing Season Date: January 26, 2026For: Tax Year 2025 The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has officially opened the 2026 tax filing season and is now accepting federal individual income tax returns for 2025. The IRS expects about 164 million returns to be filed ahead of the April 15, 2026 federal deadline. Message from IRS CEO Frank J. Bisignano emphasized: 2026 marks America’s 250th... Read More
Cooking in the Black Belt
A Banana Pudding Journey If you’re like me, you love banana pudding in all its variations. My mother made it like just about anyone would: some instant banana pudding, Cool Whip, and Nilla Wafers. She would line a bowl with cookies, add the pudding, top with the Cool Whip, and finish it with more cookies for good... Read More
Bradford named to Dean’s List at Lawson
Madison Bradford named to Dean’s List at Lawson State Community College Madison Bradford of Moundville was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 Semester at Lawson State Community College. Madison was among 208 students named to the Fall 2025 Dean’s List. Dean’s List Scholars attained a grade point average of 3.5, consisting of... Read More
Brothers arrested for throwing ‘objects’ at one another last week
Two Moundville-area brothers have been charged with domestic violence after Hale County deputies say they threw objects at one another during a fight at their home last week. According to complaints filed in Hale County District Court, Johnathan Wesley York, 41, and his brother, Christopher Keith York, 38, were involved in an altercation at a... Read More
Officers say woman set fire to another woman’s property
A Hale County woman has been charged with first-degree criminal mischief after investigators say she set fire to another woman’s belongings during a dispute earlier this month. According to a criminal complaint filed in Hale District Court, Judy L. Jones, 38, of Akron, is accused of burning property that Lisa Escalante had stored in a... Read More
Opera House will host story workshop on Jan. 31
A storytelling workshop led by nationally acclaimed storyteller Delores Hydock is planned at the Greensboro Opera House on Saturday, Jan. 31. The day-long workshop will invite participants to share their own stories and learn techniques for telling them in their own way, with Hydock offering tips drawn from her years of performing and teaching across... Read More