Teressa Marie Thigpen Colburn
Teressa Marie Thigpen Colburn, 82, of Moundville, passed away July 11, 2024 at DCH Regional Medical Center. Services will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Providence Baptist Church in Gallion with Pastor Tom Strickland officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be... Read More
HCSD reports arrests for failure to appear, child support this week
Hale County Sheriff’s Department released the following report of its activities over the past week: Arrests:07-15-2024:Rashad Montrell Grayer, 34, Demopolis – Child support. Zacchaeus Tamar Briggins, 32, Moundville – Failure to appear. 07-17-2024:Joshua Antonio Fountain, 33, Demopolis – Failure to appear x3. Reports:07-19-2024:Unlawful breaking and entering a vehicle reported on County Road 21 near Akron.... Read More
GPD reports burglary, chemical endangerment of a minor
Greensboro Police Department released the following report of its activities over the past week: Arrests:07-22-2024:Shelvin Mandez Banks, 49, Greensboro, AL – Burglary 3rd. Incidents:07-18-2024:Chemical endangerment of a minor reported in the 100 block of Centerville Street, Greensboro, AL. 07-19-2024:Theft of property 2nd reported in the 1700 block of Sewell Street, Greensboro, AL. Criminal trespass reported... Read More
Newbern Library offering hands-on cyanotype art event this weekend
In celebration of the conclusion of its 2024 Summer Reading & Enrichment Program, the Newbern Library will feature a hands-on art activity for both children and adults on Saturday, July 27, from 1000 am- noon. The event will show participants how to make their own cyanotype, or sun print, using special paper that produces a... Read More
St. Paul District Association Women’s Convention is set for July 31
The St Paul District Association Women’s Convention will be held on July 31, 2024 at the District Building beginning at 9am. We’re asking all churches to participate with their Mission, Matrons, Red Circles, Sunbeams and Crusaders Auxiliaries. We’re anticipating a Blessed time with our fellowship and your presence. Thanks for being good stewards in supporting... Read More
Homecoming services at Mt. Hebron in Akron will be Sunday, July 28
Homecoming services will be held at Mt. Hebron Baptist Church, Akron, Alabama on Sunday, July 28 with Richard Collier bringing the morning message along with guest singers Legacy. Service begins at 10:45 am with lunch to follow in the fellowship hall. Afternoon singing begins at 1 pm. Everyone is welcome. For questions please contact Rick... Read More
Fourth annual Black Belt Birding Festival will be August 2-4
Alabama Audubon will be holding its 4th annual Black Belt Birding Festival beginning Friday, August 2 and concluding Sunday, August 4. Featured attractions will be locations such as the Edmund Pettus Bridge, Old Live Oak Cemetery, and Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. Greensboro will be the focal point where birders will convene on Friday for a... Read More
Soft opening of Abadir’s Corner Shop set for this weekend, July 26 & 27, here
The Abadir’s Corner Shop will be hosting a soft opening at 902 Whelan Street starting Friday, July 26 and continuing through Saturday, July 27. From 9 AM to 2 PM, patrons can select from a variety of pantry staples, as well as fresh baked goods made inhouse by chef Sarah Cole. Small seasonal plates will... Read More
Greensboro woman dies Monday in Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa authorities have identified the Greensboro woman who tragically died in a single-vehicle accident early Monday morning. Tiffany Sheree Jones, 42, was driving a 2006 Ford Explorer on Hargrove Road when her vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree near 45th Street East. Despite the swift arrival of paramedics, Jones succumbed to her injuries... Read More
Winners of Evelyn Edwards scholarship announced by Homemakers’ Club
The Greensboro Club of the Alabama Homemakers and Community Leaders recently held a luncheon for recipients of the Evelyn D. Edwards Scholarship. Britain Burnette and Kimberly Colburn were honored as recipients of the annual scholarship which is given each year to at least one female high school Senior who is a resident of Hale County.... Read More