Moundville awarded $500k grant from state downtown water, drainage improvement projects
Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant to improve infrastructure in the city of Moundville as part of a downtown renovation project. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission, a federal-state partnership program, will enable the city to revitalize its water system and provide drainage improvements along Market Street, providing safe and dependable water... Read More
Crawford will be celebrated after milestone birthday
Dolores Crawford recently celebrated a milestone birthday. Her family invites all of her friends and family to a celebration of her 90th birthday on Sunday, March 2nd, 2025, at the Greensboro Methodist Church Fellowship Hall from 2:00- 4:30 PM. No presents…just your presence is requested.
Animal shelter welcomes donations to help with Spay and Neuter Drive
Due to the interest in the Friends Of Hale County Animals recent Spay and Neuter Drive, the organization is asking for donations to help fill those on the waiting list. Friends of Hale County Animals (FHCA) is a 501(c)3 organization and donations are tax deductible. From now until March 15th, donations that are made specifically... Read More
GPD reports arrests for disorderly, DUI, FTA
Greensboro Police Department released the following report of its recent activities: Arrests:On February 15, 2025, Daesha Monique Fields, 25, of Sawyerville, was arrested for driving under the influence.On February 15, 2025, Rexford Denard Jackson, 36, of Forkland, was arrested for failure to appear.On February 20, 2025, Kavoris Jamel Owens, 30, of Greensboro, was arrested for... Read More
After standoff with police, man arrested for setting fire to Judson library building Sunday afternoon
One man was arrested on February 24 and charged with second-degree arson and third-degree burglary after allegedly setting a fire in the basement of the former Judson College library on Sunday. Authorities say 44-year-old Micah Hester was taken into custody following a standoff with law enforcement. According to statements by Marion Police Chief Kendrick Howell,... Read More
Citizen tells council people are living on his street illegally, hanging colostomy bags outside
Greensboro City Council held its second monthly meeting Tuesday night, Feb. 25. Kimberly Evans announced plans for a citywide Easter egg hunt, hosted by the Department of Parks and Recreation, which will take place on the Saturday before Easter, April 12th, from noon until 2:00 p.m., at Lions Park. Evans said the event has drawn... Read More
Classifieds Week of Feb 27, 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
Tracie Shiles
Tracie Marie Lewis-Shiles, also known as “Yaya,” died on February 1, 2025, at the age of 60. She was born on June 18, 1964, in Newburgh, New York, to the late Berenice Lewis and Andrew Byrd. She accepted Christ at a young age under the guidance of Elder Bryant at Soul Saving Station Church in... Read More
Mary Ann Tabb
Mary Ann Tabb, a beloved matriarch, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and dear friend, passed away peacefully with her children beside her on February 3 at the age of 75. She was a woman of kindness, warmth, and unwavering love, leaving behind a legacy of compassion that touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.... Read More
Dorothy Brasfield
Dorothy Almeda Brownlow Brasfield, 92, of Hale County, Alabama, passed away on February 12, 2025. She was born on July 28, 1932, in Hale County to the late Will Brownlow and Alice Hardaway Brownlow. From an early age, she embraced her faith at Liberty Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, where she accepted Christ as her personal... Read More