William Carnell Colburn

William “Carnell” Colburn, also known as Papa to his family, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023. A A celebration of life was held for Carnell on Saturday, August 5th, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Cottondale, with visitation from 11:00 am- 12:00 pm. The service followed at 12:00 pm. Following the service, everyone is...
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Leola Madison Wilder

Leola Madison Wilder passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at DCH Medical Center at the age of 66. Born on January 9, 1957, in Greensboro, Alabama to Lula Bell Wesley and Henry Madison, faith was an integral part of her life. Leola’s celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at...
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Nick’s Kids awards grant to Sawyerville Day Camp

Sawyerville Day Camp recently received a grant from the Nick’s Kids Foundation, announced last Wednesday, August 2. Started by Nick and Terry Saban, the Nick’s Kids Foundation has donated over $11 million to a slate of organizations and causes, including the YMCA of Tuscaloosa and the Tuscaloosa All-Inclusive Playground. Sawyerville Day Camp was among over...
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Magnolia Homemakers held July meeting here

Magnolia Homemakers and Community Leaders met on July 18 at Hale County Extension auditorium. Nancy Jennings, president, presided. She announced that July is Cancer Survivor Month and presented a gift to a member who is a cancer survivor. Members celebrated the life of Rollanda Cothran who was a faithful member and secretary of Magnolia Homemakers....
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