Eastern Valley Fire District dedicates new EMT fire truck
The Eastern Valley Fire District, under the leadership of Fire Chief Eddie Passmore, and its firefighters are excited to have a new EMT fire truck. A dedication ceremony was held on Sunday, November 30, at the Eastern Valley Fire District Station, located at 823 Eastern Valley Road in Bessemer. A reception followed the ceremony. The... Read More
“Grateful Through Service” – Macedonia Baptist hosts Thanksgiving fellowship program
Pastor Williams and choir members at recent Thanksgiving program during congregational song. On Thursday, November 27, Pastor William Scott and the Macedonia Baptist Church celebrated their annual Thanksgiving Fellowship. The service opened with devotion, as the congregation joined in harmonious spiritual praise. Pastor Scott then shared historical background information on the Thanksgiving holiday. Pastor Marvin... Read More
Bessemer’s annual Christmas Parade set for Dec. 13
The City of Bessemer is beautifully decorated for the Christmas season in anticipation of the annual Bessemer Christmas Parade. Joy and cheer fill the air as Christmas arrives in the Marvel City on Saturday, December 13. A warm Southern welcome will be extended to all who visit Bessemer to attend the festive parade. After the... Read More
Perry County Historical and Preservation Society’s annual tour is this Saturday
The Perry County Historical and Preservation Society will open doors and front gates across Marion next weekend for its annual Christmas Tour, a day-long showcase of historic homes, churches, and farmsteads decorated for the holidays. The tour will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour headquarters is the Marion Female Seminary, 204 West Monroe Street,... Read More
The call is coming from inside the (halfway) house
Cops say inmate at re-entry facility, impersonating an officer, makes call to arrange his own release A Selma man has been charged with second-degree escape and impersonating a peace officer after authorities say he tried to break away from a state-run detention program in Perry County and then telephoned a woman while pretending to be an employee there.... Read More
Perry CPC sponsors Christmas for children with autism
Christmas on the Spectrum: A Sensory-Friendly Holiday Celebration For many families, the Christmas season is filled with bright lights, bustling crowds, loud music, and festive excitement. But for neurodivergent children—especially those with autism—these very elements can make the holidays difficult to enjoy. Sensory overload, bright flashing lights, long lines, unpredictable noises, crowded rooms, and fast-paced activities can turn what is meant... Read More
State ag cost-share applications open now-Dec. 31
The Alabama Agriculture and Conservation Development Commission Program offers General Cost Incentive Program (Cost Share) practices for Erosion, Water Quality Improvement, and Reforestation. The program is administered locally by the Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District Board. The sign-up period began on October 1, 2025, and will close on December 31, 2025. Applications are available at the Marion Field Office: 11971 Hwy 5, Marion, AL Monday –... Read More
Uniontown looks to hire city clerk
The City of Uniontown is accepting applications for the position of City Clerk / Court Clerk. This full-time position pays $42,000 annually and is responsible for a wide range of administrative, financial, and clerical duties for both City Hall and Municipal Court operations. Applicants should submit a completed application, résumé, and references to: City of Uniontown, Alabama Attn: Mayor’s Office 200 Front Street P.O. Box 1069 Uniontown, AL... Read More
Marion Military Institute has acquired a state-of-the-art fire truck
Marion Military Institute has acquired a state-of-the-art fire truck: the E One Rescue Pumper truck, built on a Freightliner chassis, holds a 1,000-gallon tank with a Hale QMAX 1,500 gallon per min pump. The truck, along with MMI’s Fire Training Tower, will serve as the primary training components of the school’s growing First Responder Program,... Read More
College City Drug
College City Drug would like to thank everyone who came out and supported its Christmas Open House. Sherer Averette was the grand door prize winner of a $100 store gift certificate. Other door prize winners included Sharon Horton, Lynette Tubbs, Tracey Horton, Rachel Parker, Leslie Core, and Ashleigh Parker. The winner of the candy dish... Read More