‘Ready to soar’
Tyree Wilson, a Hamilton graduate, is playing the flute internationally and has also played in an orchestra for a movie soundtrack He also attends the University of Alabama
McKinney is 3A Coach of the Year
Eleven Marion County students to participate in Pig Squeal
MCHS Beta Club seeks funding
Reagan LeDuke, left, and Max Herdzik speak to the council on behalf of MCHS Beta Club.
Hackleburg’s wet/dry vote is next Tuesday, April 22
NWAGD votes to aid Winfield in economic development-related gas line relocation
Shown are Winfield Mayor Randy Price (left) and Northwest Gas General Manager Heath Reed in front of the new Pilot Travel Center in Winfield. Due to ongoing construction in the area, a six-inch high-pressure gas main line will need to be relocated. The Northwest Gas Board of Directors have agreed to help offset the cost of moving the line for the City of Winfield.
Participating Marion County 4-H youth are “oinking it up” by raising pigs for the annual Pig Squeal coming up next month.
Avery McCullough, 10, shows the pigs she is working with for the upcoming Pig Squeal on May 17. She is one of 10 Marion County 4-H youth who will be participating in the showing and then the auction afterward.
Governor Kay Ivy awards $50,000 to Marion County Sheriff’s for stun guns
Shown are Winfield Mayor Randy Price (left) and Northwest Gas General Manager Heath Reed in front of the new Pilot Travel Center in Winfield. Due to ongoing construction in the area, a six-inch high-pressure gas main line will need to be relocated. The Northwest Gas Board of Directors have agreed to help offset the cost of moving the line for the City of Winfield.
SNAP-Ed’s Dynamic Duo learning more to make a difference
The Dynamic Duo, Ginger Eatman and Josh Berryhill, are also shown at the Feeding Change Summit.
‘Dinner on First,’ elegant Hamilton chamber awards event set for April 22
Attendees are shown at last year’s “Dinner on First” event in downtown Hamilton, which showcases some of the “Best of Hamilton.” With elegant table settings and semi-formal attire, “Dinner on First” provides an opportunity for everyone to enjoy a special night.
Bedford Industrial Park land sold for new Ready-Mix Concrete Plant
Marion County native first ever police chief of Detroit
Bryan McCraw places his hand on his grandfather’s Bible as he is sworn in as police chief by Detroit Mayor Keith King. Holding the Bible is McCraw’s friend, Kristie Bailey.
Winfield hospital now under management
Northwest Regional Health in Winfield, will be leased under North Mississippi Health Services effective May 1.
Russ Taylor hired as new EMA director
Russ Taylor is the new Marion County EMA Director.
Hamilton native named Safety Director of the Year
Andrew “Drew” Hall, a native of Hamilton, is named Safety Director of the Year by the Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama.
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.
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.
Hamilton Track & Field Facility hosts first meet
Taken the day before the first track meet at the new sports complex, this panoramic photo was made from on top of the press box.
Guin council honors late Dr. Randolph
Guin Mayor Phil Segraves presents a plaque commemorating the late Dr. Gary Randolph to his wife, Janice Randolph.