Drought, wildfires persist across Alabama as fire alert enters second week
Wildfire conditions across Alabama show no signs of easing, as the state enters a second week under a Fire Alert issued by State Forester Rick Oates, with dry conditions continuing to fuel blazes across the state and in Perry County. The Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) reported that crews responded to 80 wildfires burning 3,782 acres... Read More
Campus sold for $3.6 million; deeds recorded morning of soft opening
The transaction conveying the former Judson College campus to Monarch Property Management, LLC was executed on April 15 and recorded in Perry County Probate Court at 10:08 a.m. and 10:12 a.m. on April 20—just hours before the “soft opening” event held at the campus at noon. The sale was completed through two separate deeds. A... Read More
Judson campus sale closes, Callan JMB CEO discusses plans for Atlas Complex
Callan JMB Inc., a publicly traded cold-chain logistics company based in Spring Branch, Texas, officially launched its Atlas Complex development at the former Judson College campus Monday afternoon with a “soft opening and kickoff presentation” at 302 Bibb Street. The event was introduced by Marion City Clerk Laura Hinton, who welcomed attendees and speakers. Remarks... Read More
Fire danger escalates in southern Alabama as AFC reports 80 wildfires in one week
Wildfire conditions across Alabama continue to worsen, as the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) reported 80 wildfires burning 3,782 acres during the week of April 13–19. Fire danger in the southern half of the state has now increased to a Very High classification. The statewide Fire Alert, issued by State Forester Rick Oates, remains in effect... Read More
Hale County Library to host open mic night for Poetry Month
The Hale County Library will host a free open mic event on Saturday, April 25, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the library located at 1103 Main Street in Greensboro, in celebration of National Poetry Month. The event is open to middle school students, high school students, and adults who wish to showcase their talents... Read More
Drone footage used in arrest of Gallion man
On Wednesday, April 8, officers from the Greensboro Police Department, Demopolis Police, and the ATF assisted the Hale County Sheriff’s Office in the arrest of Harvell Johnson at his residence in the 5000 block of Highway 69 in Gallion. A search warrant for the property was obtained after FAA drone footage was submitted to law... Read More
Hale Co. Sheriff’s Dept. reports arrests for domestic violence, FTA
Arrests 04-13-2026: Joe Ray Smith, 41, Greensboro, was arrested for child support. 04-14-2026: Jerome Dewayne Hughes, 35, Tuscaloosa, was arrested for failure to appear. Stanley Bridgemon, 24, Gallion, was arrested for two counts of failure to appear. 04-15-2026: Tyler Eugene Wynn, 19, Greensboro, was arrested for theft of property first degree. Love Thomas, 64, Greensboro,... Read More
Hale County Community Grant from the Black Belt Community Foundation
Sacred Space, Inc. has been awarded a Hale County Community Grant from the Black Belt Community Foundation as part of the foundation’s 2026 Arts & Community grant cycle. The organization announced the award on social media, thanking the BBCF board, staff, community partners, and donors for their continued support of its work in Hale County.
Primary election set for May 19; voter registration deadline is May 4
Hale County voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, to cast ballots in the Alabama statewide primary election, with contested races for county commission, sheriff, and Democratic executive committee seats on the ballot. The deadline to register to vote in the primary is Monday, May 4. Alabama does not offer same-day registration,... Read More
Magnolia Homemakers hold April meeting with gardening program
The Magnolia Homemakers and Community Leaders held their April meeting on Monday, April 21, in the Extension Auditorium of the Hale County Extension Office in Greensboro. Under the leadership of President Pam Hamilton, the meeting opened with the pledge to the American flag and a bee-themed devotional, followed by a business session. Members discussed plans... Read More