BIRMINGHAM, AL (02/03/2026) — A total of 207 students have been named to the Lawson State Community College Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 term. Go Cougars! The following students were recognized for their academic achievement: Jorden Allen of Bessemer, AL (35020) Jordan Armstead of McCalla, AL (35111) Arvin Arteaga of Birmingham, AL (35124) Robert... Read More

TUSCALOOSA, AL (01/29/2026) — A total of 595 students enrolled in UA Early College during Fall Semester 2025 at The University of Alabama were named to the director’s list, achieving an academic record of 3.6 or higher. The Fall 2025 Director’s List includes the following students: Taylor Jackson-Ferguson of Birmingham (35020) attends Alabama Aerospace &... Read More

Palm Harbor, Fla. – February 25, 2026 – Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services today announced it has awarded two of its franchisees the Franchise of the Year and Rookie of the Year awards. Office Pride Birmingham-Trussville, Ala., owned by Van Sims, was named Franchise of the Year; Preston Hund of Office Pride Denton-Lewisville, Texas, was... Read More

Mrs. Eola Louise King-Hogue, 88, passed away on February 24, 2026. She was born on November 20, 1937. A viewing will be held Friday, March 6, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, 302 Pickens Street, Marion. A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, March 7, 2026, at... Read More

Dr. William Gerald “Jerry” Moore, age 79, of Marion, Alabama, passed away on February 17, 2026, in Gainesville, GA. Born on July 24, 1946, in Marion, Jerry was the son of Aubrey & Eloise Moore. Throughout his life, he was known for his quick wit, determined spirit, ability to innovate, and raw intelligence. He was... Read More

This week has been one of guilt and coincidences. To start with the heavier course (which you shouldn’t do), guilt is a pretty easy thing to come by during Lent. I mean, isn’t that what it’s all about? Well, I suppose it’s more about redemptive reflection, but it sure feels a lot like guilt. See,... Read More

The Perry County Historical and Preservation Society will hold its annual Low Country Boil on Saturday, March 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Marion Female Seminary, located at 204 West Monroe Street in Marion. The meal includes shrimp, sausage, corn, potatoes, and homemade desserts. Music will be provided by keyboard player TaDarius Dukes.... Read More

Legislation to move Perry County’s central voting center from the old National Guard Armory on Highway 14 to the newer armory building at 620 Magnolia Street in Marion has passed both chambers of the Alabama Legislature and is awaiting Gov. Kay Ivey’s signature. Senate Bill 301, sponsored by Sen. Robert Stewart (D-Selma), passed the Senate and House without opposition during the week of February 24. The bill establishes... Read More

After dominating their opponents in the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 semifinal rounds, the R.C Hatch Bobcats and Francis Marion Lady Rams were eliminated from the 1A playoffs Monday, March 2, 2026 at the BJCC Legacy Arena. The Hubbertville Lions went on a 16-0 scoring spree in the fourth quarter to put defending Class 1A champion team R.C Hatch out of contention with a final score of 71-60.... Read More