STEAM-based art camp for students at Shelton Oct. 13
Shelton State Community College (SSCC) Continuing Education will offer a one-day art camp for students in grades three through five on October 13 at the College’s Martin Campus from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The cost is $60 per student and includes lunch and a snack. Participants will spend the day enjoying interactive, S.T.E.A.M. (science,... Read More
R.L. Whitsett
R.L. “Neat” Whitsett, 70, died Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. He was born Aug. 8, 1955, in Perry County, Alabama. It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that we announce his passing. His angels escorted him to his heavenly home in God’s glorious garden, leaving behind a legacy of faith, resilience, and love. R.L. was... Read More
HCSD reports arrests for FTA, theft of property, assault, firearm possession
Hale County Sheriff’s Dept. has released the follow report of the department’s recent activity: Arrests: Sept. 23, 2025Leroy Williams, 45, of Greensboro, was arrested on charges of third-degree domestic violence and harassment.Jamarris Davis, 22, of Greensboro, was arrested on a charge of first-degree possession of marijuana. Sept. 24, 2025April Leann Breland, 22, of Greensboro, was... Read More
Friends of Hale County Animals to hold spay/neuter drive Oct. 11
Friends of Hale County Animals (FHCA) wants to encourage everyone to spay and neuter their pets. To help accomplish this, they are offering pet owners in Hale County the opportunity to spay or neuter their pets for free! FHCA will host their second spay and neuter drive for Hale County residents on October 11th, 2025... Read More
Members of the Choctaw Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution
Members of the Choctaw Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, gathered at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Greensboro on Wednesday, Sept. 17, at 2:59 p.m. as church bells rang across town to open Constitution Week. The annual observance marks Sept. 17–23 in recognition of the signing of the U.S. Constitution.
AFC issues statewide fire advisory as drought conditions continue
As drought conditions worsen, due to the recent lack of precipitation and high temperatures, the Alabama Forestry Commission is issuing a Statewide Fire Danger Advisory. Until the state receives sufficient rainfall to alleviate the severe dry situation, especially in central Alabama, this elevated fire danger will persist for the foreseeable future. Mitigation measures should be... Read More
Members of the Southern Academy chapter of the National Honor Society
Students pictured are the members of the Southern Academy chapter of the National Honor Society: seniors Bryleigh Butler, Brooks Henderson and Lewis Prewitt; and sophomores Charlie Christian, Caroline Christmas, Sean Collins, Will Eddins, Marietta Holmes, Taylor Kyser, Oliver Leuthner, Wyatt Martin, Carlie Odom, Samantha Potter and Silas Washburn.
Commission voices support for Alabama Simplified Seller Use Tax, wants no change
The Hale County Commission on Sept. 26 approved a resolution throwing its support behind Alabama’s Simplified Seller Use Tax (SSUT) and urging lawmakers to oppose any changes that would disrupt the program or call its constitutionality into question. In the resolution, commissioners describe SSUT as an “efficient, constitutional, and operationally effective” way for the state... Read More
Hale County students earn degrees at UA’s 2025 summer commencement Aug. 2
Over 1,300 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama’s summer 2025 commencement at Coleman Coliseum on Aug. 2. The University provides numerous opportunities for service and growth through its educational, social and cultural experiences. Local students include: Olivia Anderson of Moundville (35474) received the following degree( s): Bachelor of Science in Commerce & Business... Read More