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

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

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

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

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

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

Crews from the Alabama Department of Transportation’s Greensboro District picked up litter along State Route 14 on Friday, April 17, as part of ALDOT’s fourth annual Spring Clean. The Greensboro District, which serves Hale County and Perry County, participated alongside all eight districts in ALDOT’s West Central Region in the coordinated cleanup effort along state... Read More

The Alabama Legislature has approved the annexation of land near Gallion, at the intersection of U.S. Highways 80 and 69, into the city limits of Demopolis, clearing the way for commercial development that could include a gas station or truck stop. House Bill 613, a local bill authorizing the cross-county annexation, passed the Senate 32-0... Read More