ALEA sets boating safety courses for Feb.-Apr.
Springtime in Alabama is just around the corner, so now is the time to prepare for boating season. Troopers within the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division are set to launch Boating Basics/License Courses beginning February 11, across the northern portion of the state. Although the eighthour sessions are free and open to... Read More
Hale County Hospital’s: Hospital Corner
February marks “Black History Month” which is an exciting time for many members throughout the community and the Hale County Hospital. We are fortunate here at Hale County Healthcare Authority to have so many employees who have dedicated their lives to carry on the mission of the hospital. To celebrate Black History Month, the hospital... Read More
Extension Service offering Natural Resource webinars throughout the year for 2023
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System continues its award-winning natural resources webinar series in 2023. A product of the system’s forestry, wildlife, natural resources management (FWNR) team, this webinar series has significantly expanded reach and impact since its inception in 2020. A new webinar will be available every other Wednesday throughout 2023. Visit the Natural Resources... Read More
FEMA relief myths and facts, explained
In the aftermath of a disaster, misconceptions about disaster assistance can often prevent survivors from applying for help from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Small Business Administration. A good rule of thumb: register, even if you’re unsure whether you’ll be eligible for assistance. Myth: I’m a renter. I thought FEMA assistance was... Read More
YES Group met Feb. 2 at Greensboro Baptist Church
Senior Citizens belonging to YES met on February 2 at Greensboro Baptist Church. Following a business meeting, the members ate lunch and dessert together. The program and decorations focused on February’s Valentine’s Day. Betty Sue Thomas’ read an enjoyable and thoughtful “love story” and Frances Ann Smith’s played “love hymns” for the group to sing.
Legal Notices Week of February 9, 2023
Legal Notice ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS WINDOW REPLACEMENT AT GREENSBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE HALE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION GREENSBORO, ALABAMA MCKEE PROJECT NO. 22-308 The sealed proposal as described above shall be received by Mr. Michael C. Ryans, Superintendent at Hale County School System located at 1115 Powers Street, Greensboro, AL 36744; Phone: 334-624-8836, until... Read More
Lt. Col. Glen Albright Jackson
Lt. Col. Glen Albright Jackson (USAF, ret.) was born in Lincoln, Alabama, March 30, 1932 and died January 23, 2023 at his home in San Antonio, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Velma “Veejay” the love of his life. They were married for sixty-nine years. Glen claimed to be a poor little boy who... Read More
Willie McCaa
Willie James McCaa of Greensboro died Jan. 29 at the age of 69. He was born Jan. 7, 1954. He was a devout Christian, church bus driver, men’s choir member, usher, church office worker, and Boy Scout leader. He had a strong faith and was grounded in God. He is survived by a a wife,... Read More
Dorothy Peterson Gooden
Sis. Dorothy Peterson Gooden was born January 28, 1952 to the late Lela Peterson Smith and Werdna Peterson. She confessed hope in Christ at an early age and joined the Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church. She attended the Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church until her health began to fail. On April 27, 1996, Dorothy was... Read More
Love is What Love Does works with partners in Hale to aid tornado victims
On January 27, Uniontown-based nonprofit Love Is What Love Does worked alongside Rashawn Jamison, the organization’s Hale County community partner, to give back to tornado victims. Jamison, the manager of Eastridge Apartments in Greensboro, teamed up with the nonprofit to offer aid to those displaced by the recent tornado that destroyed numerous properties. Tykesha Thornton... Read More