Mother’s Day is a cherished occasion to show your love
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 10. If you have forgotten, you will be quickly reminded when you enter a Walmart, a grocery store, or Walgreens not to forget to buy a card and some flowers. Always observed on the second Sunday in May, it is a cherished occasion in which to show your love,... Read More
Bessemer Chamber of Commerce Member Appreciation is May 14
Members of the Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce have always been greatly appreciated by the organization. To show their gratitude, the Bessemer Area Chamber will host their Annual Member Appreciation event on Thursday, May 14, starting at 5 p.m. and ending at 7 p.m. The event, a crawfish boil, is being planned by Chamber President... Read More
ALEA offering Kayaking 101 classes to launch National Safe Boating Week
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources are partnering with paddlesports leaders to offer low-cost beginner kayaking classes on Saturday, May 16, at Montgomery Whitewater. The event marks the first year for Kayaking 101 in Alabama. The multi-state initiative is in its fifth year and has helped hundreds... Read More
Homecoming service set for May 17 at Mt. Carmel Church
Mt. Carmel Church, located on Highway 14 east of Greensboro, will hold its Homecoming celebration on Sunday, May 17, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Bro. Roger Harper will bring the message. A covered dish lunch will be served at noon, followed by an afternoon of music featuring Legacy Gospel.
West Alabama Women in Agriculture event a success
On Friday, April 24, 2026, the Marengo County Extension Office successfully hosted the 2026 West Alabama Women in Agriculture Event in Linden, Alabama. The educational program provided participants with valuable hands-on learning experiences and direct engagement with Extension professionals across a variety of disciplines. The event featured a diverse lineup of Extension agents and specialists... Read More
Technology Center will hold open house here May 14
The John E. Owens Jr. Educational & Technology Center in Greensboro will hold an open house on Wednesday, May 14, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at 1109 Main Street. The event will offer a first look at new programs designed to serve residents of all ages, including a Senior Tech Hour for older adults learning... Read More
Engle Gallery to host free lecture on abstract art as part of America 250 celebration
The Engle Gallery in Greensboro will host a free lecture by Kitty Johnson on Friday, May 22, at 5:00 p.m. as part of the city’s America 250 celebration events. Johnson will present “Abstract Art in America: From Its Early Folk Art Roots to the Modern Era.” The gallery said it will be hosting several activities... Read More
Update: Clarification on story from April 2 edition
An article in the April 2 edition of the Watchman, “Six charged with hunting violations in Hale County,” reported that Bradley Wayne Beard, 30, of Moundville, remained in custody as of March 30 following his March 27 arrest on a charge of hunting without landowner permission. That information was drawn from the Alabama court record... Read More
HCSD reports arrests for murder, disorderly conduct
Arrests 04-28-2026 Kaviona Cydella Williams, 28, Greensboro, was arrested for two counts of child support. Da’Juante Thomas, 21, Greensboro, was arrested for discharge of a firearm into an unoccupied building or vehicle and discharge of a firearm into an occupied dwelling. 04-30-2026 Christopher Keith York, 38, Greensboro, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance... Read More
Hale Co. gas prices top $4 a gallon as state average reaches highest level since 2022
Hale County drivers are paying more than $4 a gallon for regular gasoline as fuel prices across Alabama have spiked to their highest levels since 2022. The average price for a gallon of regular in Hale County stood at $4.11 on Monday, above the statewide average of $4.006, according to AAA. Perry County had the... Read More