Brush fire spirals out of control, displacing family

Karen Marchan and children Derek, 10, and Leah, 7, stand in front of their home, which burned in a fire last Tuesday.

Karen Marchan and children Derek, 10, and Leah, 7, stand in front of their home, which burned in a fire last Tuesday.
HALEYVILLE — The dangers of burning during dry conditions were experienced in a traumatic way Tuesday afternoon, March 11, when a brush fire spread out of control to consume a mobile unit, destroy a vehicle and displace a family with children.

VFW formation meeting set for March 25 at HPD

HAMILTON — If eligible veterans throughout Marion County and the surrounding areas are interested in forming a Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post in Hamilton, they should attend a meeting on Tuesday, March 25, at the Hamilton Police Department Auditorium at 6 p.m.
VFW Post 5184 Russellville Commander Eric Reason and his post are sponsoring the possible startup and will be at the meeting to answer questions and provide guidance.

Guin council honors late Dr. Randolph

Guin Mayor Phil Segraves presents a plaque commemorating the late Dr. Gary Randolph to his wife, Janice Randolph.

Guin Mayor Phil Segraves presents a plaque commemorating the late Dr. Gary Randolph to his wife, Janice Randolph.
GUIN — The Guin City Council passed a resolution during its meeting on Monday, March 3, to honor the late Dr. Gary Randolph for his many years of service to the city of Guin as not only a doctor, but also as a member of the city council.

BOE recognizes school counselors, proclaims February as CTE Month

Shown on Feb. 21 at the Marion County Board of Education are school counselors, from left, Alana Hawkins – Marion County High School; Halie Hagood – Hackleburg Elementary School; Raven Wilburn – Hackleburg High School; Allyson Frederick – Hamilton Middle School; Julie Kladke – Hamilton High School; Johnathan Tuck – Phillips Elementary School; and Monica Allen – Phillips High School. Not shown are Erica Salter – Hamilton Elementary School; Jessica Scott – Guin Elementary School; and Lisa McCaleb – Brilliant

Shown on Feb. 21 at the Marion County Board of Education are school counselors, from left, Alana Hawkins – Marion County High School; Halie Hagood – Hackleburg Elementary School; Raven Wilburn – Hackleburg High School; Allyson Frederick – Hamilton Middle School; Julie Kladke – Hamilton High School; Johnathan Tuck – Phillips Elementary School; and Monica Allen – Phillips High School. Not shown are Erica Salter – Hamilton Elementary School; Jessica Scott – Guin Elementary School; and Lisa McCaleb – Brilliant Schools.
HAMILTON — During its Feb. 21 meeting, the Marion County Board of Education recognized school counselors in the system.

Prepare for stormy weather

With the potential of a significant severe weather outbreak - including strong tornadoes - beginning later tonight, Friday, March 14, and lasting into the evening Saturday, March 15, now is the time to prepare for the potential of being without utilities or able to leave your home for days due to potential storm damage.

Listerhill to have new location in Winfield

Winfield City Councilman Larry Reese Sr. joins Eric Corti, project manager (Structure First); Mark Hightower, VP of retail (Listerhill); Brad Green, president/CEO (Listerhill); Alanna Sullivan, chief operations strategist (Listerhill); Dale Hayes, VP of facilities (Listerhill); Justin Vandiver, owner (Smith General); and Jim “Scooby” Bilinsky, superintendent (Smith General) to break ground on the new branch coming to Winfield.

Winfield City Councilman Larry Reese Sr. joins Eric Corti, project manager (Structure First); Mark Hightower, VP of retail (Listerhill); Brad Green, president/CEO (Listerhill); Alanna Sullivan, chief operations strategist (Listerhill); Dale Hayes, VP of facilities (Listerhill); Justin Vandiver, owner (Smith General); and Jim “Scooby” Bilinsky, superintendent (Smith General) to break ground on the new branch coming to Winfield.
Winfield — Officials and team members from Listerhill Credit Union, the Winfield Chamber of Commerce, the Winfield City Council and other honored guests came together on Thursday, Feb. 27, for a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of Listerhill’s new branch. The new facility is scheduled to open by early 2026.

Brilliant ends run as state runners-up

The Brilliant Lady Tigers Basketball Team ends their basketball run as state runners-up in 1A, after Spring Garden’s win on Thursday, Feb. 27. The final score was 73-43. See page 14 for the full story. From left are Marlee Barnett, Nova Smith, Aubrey Moye, Hadlee Sanderson, Macy Moore, Karagan Stanford, Brooke O’Mary, Laine Johnson and Head Coach Ryan Sanderson.

The Brilliant Lady Tigers Basketball Team ends their basketball run as state runners-up in 1A, after Spring Garden’s win on Thursday, Feb. 27. The final score was 73-43. See page 14 for the full story. From left are Marlee Barnett, Nova Smith, Aubrey Moye, Hadlee Sanderson, Macy Moore, Karagan Stanford, Brooke O’Mary, Laine Johnson and Head Coach Ryan Sanderson.
Brilliant The Brilliant Lady Tigers Basketball Team ends their basketball run as state runners-up in 1A, after Spring Garden’s win on Thursday, Feb. 27.

Hackleburg to hold wet/dry vote

Hackleburg — After receiving a petition from citizens in Hackleburg requesting a wet/dry vote, and after checking to ensure all the names on the petition were registered voters, and after a verification vote by the Hackleburg Town Council on Feb. 17, there will be a special-called election on Tuesday, April 22, to allow a majority of the town’s citizens to determine whether they wish to remain dry or allow local alcohol sales.

Downtown parking limits in Hamilton to be enforced

Parking limits in downtown Hamilton, such as this 30-minute courthouse-related parking area, are now being strictly enforced with fines of $25, $50 and $100, depending on the number of offenses.

Parking limits in downtown Hamilton, such as this 30-minute courthouse-related parking area, are now being strictly enforced with fines of $25, $50 and $100, depending on the number of offenses.
HAMILTON — Visitors to downtown Hamilton should be aware that after numerous complaints about downtown parking, the Hamilton Police Department will now be enforcing limits and writing tickets, when necessary, after a resolution was passed regarding the matter on Feb. 3 during a city council meeting.
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