Frank Allen, Newbern native, was pioneer in early days of pro ball
The state of Alabama has produced many Major League baseball legends. Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Satchel Paige, and Ozzie Smith all came from the Mobile area. Early Wynn, whom none other than Boston great Ted Williams called “the toughest pitcher I ever faced,” was born in Hartford, Alabama. The 2023 American League Rookie of the... Read More
Hale student dies Sunday after being struck by truck on Alabama Highway 69
A 16-year-old Hale County High School student, Slade Holcomb, died after being struck by a pickup on Alabama 69 Sunday evening, Oct. 19, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Troopers said Holcomb was in the roadway near the 133 mile marker, about 12 miles south of Tuscaloosa, when a 2018 Ford F-150 driven by... Read More
Hale County Library will celebrate 100th birthday on Sunday, Nov. 2
The Hale County Library will mark a remarkable milestone this fall as it celebrates its 100th birthday. The community is invited to join in honoring this beloved institution on Sunday, November 2 at 2:00 for a special centennial celebration sponsored by the Friends of the Hale County Library. For a full century, the library has... Read More
Ivey joins state, regional leaders for groundbreaking at Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences
Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday, Oct. 14 joined state and national leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, philanthropists and local officials to break ground on the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences (ASHS), marking a milestone for education and workforce development in rural West Alabama. Governor Ivey has championed the creation of ASHS in the Legislature and its... Read More
Bay Springs celebrates pastor’s anniversary on Sunday
The Bay Springs AME Zion Church family, 703 County Road 85, Greensboro, Al, invites everyone to join them on Sunday, Oct. 26 at 2:00 p.m. as they celebrate the fourth year of steadfast service to the congregation from church pastor, the Rev. Joseph Finch, and First Lady, Mrs. Joseph Finch. The Rev. Harrison Coleman, pastor... Read More
Marion man faces multiple felony charges in Hale theft investigation
A Marion man is facing a string of felony charges in Hale County following an investigation into a series of theft-related incidents earlier this year. According to court records, Anthony Hopkins, 41, of 44 Hain Road, Marion, was arrested October 16 by state authorities and remains in the Hale County Jail. He is charged in... Read More
Classifieds Week of Oct 23, 2025
Classified Ad Rates — Minimum Rate (In Hale or Perry County)$20.00 per insertion for 20 words or less.Each additional word: 75¢ per word.Payable in advance of publication. — Minimum Rate (Outside Hale or Perry County)$20.00 per insertion for 20 words or less.Each additional word: 95¢ per word.Payable in advance of publication. Card of Thanks, Birthday... Read More
Legal Notices Week of Oct 23, 2025
LEGAL NOTICE TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Please take notice that the Hale County Commission proposes to vacate a portion of Loon Road in Hale County, Alabama. The portion of said road to be vacated is described as follows: A PARTIAL VACATION OF LOON ROAD (No Known Deeded or Dedicated Right-Of-Way) Lying in the... Read More
HCSD reports arrests for paraphernalia, FTA, theft of property, attempting to elude
Hale County Sheriff’s Dept. has released the follow report of the department’s recent activity: Arrests: Oct. 6, 2025Rolanda Lavonshay Pope, 28, of Uniontown, was arrested for failure to appear. Oct. 7, 2025Adarious L. Means, 36, of Akron, was arrested on two counts of attempting to elude. Oct. 8, 2025Ja’Heem Javantia Davis, 23, of Greensboro, was... Read More
Dallas Co. students visit Joe Farm in Newbern for a unique adventure
Students from Southside High School and Keith High School in Dallas County recently visited Joe’s Black Angus Farm in Newbern for a field trip. Students from Southside High and Keith High made their way to The Joe’s Black Angus Farm in Newbern, Alabama for an educational and inspiring morning. Cornelius Joe and his son Christopher... Read More