Bessemer Chamber presents National Day of Prayer Program May 7
“Tell of His glory among the nations.” The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May. This is a significant occasion when the American people are asked to “turn to God in prayer and meditation.” In honor of the National Day of Prayer, The City of Bessemer’s National... Read More
Margaret Ellen Horan Webb
Margaret Ellen “Maggie” Horan Webb, 86, of Marion, passed away peacefully at home on April 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 27, 1939, in Sycamore, Illinois, she was the daughter of Colonel Earl Campbell Horan of New York and Margaret Page Ellis of Mississippi. Maggie graduated from Marion High School in... Read More
Cooking in the Black Belt
Now that it’s starting to feel like Alabama when I step outside, I’ve had an itch to just stay out in the sun. Going outside when it’s chilly and windy just doesn’t have the same payoff as sweating in the yard, waiting for a breeze to roll through. Just the other day, I stood in... Read More
Deacon Richmond Jones Jr.
Deacon Richmond Jones Jr., 81, of Marion, passed away on April 19, 2026. Born on April 2, 1945, Deacon Jones was remembered for a life of love, faith, and strength. A viewing will be held on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, 302 Pickens Street, Marion. A... Read More
Attorney Asherica M. Heard offering two $500 scholarships to Perry County seniors
Marion attorney Asherica M. Heard is offering two $500 community scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Perry County schools. Eligible applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and plan to attend a college, university, trade school, or technical program in the fall of 2026. A completed application is required. Applications are due May... Read More
Cole Wins Optimist Club Essay Contest
Robert C. Hatch High School student Kaci Cole has been named the Alfred G. Adams Optimist Club of Perry County’s local winner in its annual essay contest. This year’s topic, “How My Acts of Service Help Me Understand What My Community Means to Me,” invited students to reflect on the impact of service in shaping... Read More
Marion man charged with first-degree assault, theft of firearm
A Marion man faces three felony charges following an alleged assault and theft at a Valero gas station in Marion on April 19, 2026. According to a complaint filed in Perry County District Court on April 24, 2026, Darvion Jamil Richardson, 32, of Marion, allegedly struck a person with closed fists, a handgun, and by... Read More
Project Grace Central AL Receives Black Belt Community Foundation Community Grant
Project Grace Central AL has been awarded a Community Grant from the Black Belt Community Foundation. The Perry County-based organization, which serves senior citizens, stated that the grant will help it continue its work serving and uplifting older adults in the community.
Parties settle Fikes v. Turner: sheriff retains authority over deputies, commission keeps courthouse control
The lawsuit between Perry County Sheriff Roy Fikes and County Commission Chairman Albert Turner Jr. over courthouse security and employee control has been settled by order of the Perry County Circuit Court. Under a settlement filed with the court last week, the sheriff has the authority to hire, discipline and terminate deputies and jailers. Clerical... Read More
Probate Judge officially announces May 19 primary; poll worker training, machine test dates scheduled
Perry County voters will go to the polls Tuesday, May 19, to cast ballots in the state primary and on two proposed constitutional amendments, Probate Judge Carlton L. Hogue announced last week. Polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. at precincts across the county. On the Ballot Voters will choose party... Read More