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Harding arrested for rape, abuse; hearing set Aug. 10
HAMILTON — Raymond Scott Harding, 39, of Winfield, was arrested at 11:20 a.m. on Friday morning, July 17, 2026, by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office on two counts each of rape and sexual abuse.
1,528 kratom products seized in multi-county operation
HAMILTON — The 25th Judicial District and multiple law enforcement agencies in Marion County and the surrounding region seized over 1,500 products containing kratom during an enforcement operation on Thursday, July 23.
Winfield hosting Community Safety Night tomorrow night
WINFIELD — Winfield City Schools will be hosting Community Safety Night tomorrow from 6-7 p.m. at Winfield Elementary School.
Loving hosts football camp before heading to Bears training camp - Hamilton graduate signs with Chicago Bears, discusses football journey
Jayden Loving, a 2021 Hamilton High School graduate, has signed with the Chicago Bears in the NFL. On July 11, he hosted a football camp for kids through sixth grade at Hamilton.
HAMILTON — Hamilton High School graduate Jayden Loving, who is signed to play for the Chicago Bears in the NFL, hosted a football camp on Saturday morning, July 11, for kids K-6.
“I just wanted to go out there and give back to the community and help,” Loving said. “We’re going to have a lot of people there to help us out and learn football, have fun and get kids more involved.”
Boil advisory lifted at Brilliant
Boil advisory lifted at Brilliant
BRILLIANT — On Thursday, July 16, the Town of Brilliant posted images of clean water samples and results and announced that the precautionary boil water advisory had been lifted after repairing a few leaks in its water line week before last.
Winfield council corrects street bid acceptance
WINFIELD — The Winfield City Council corrected an error in accepting a bid package for two streets in need of paving in the area developing around Exit 30 on I-22 during its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 7.
Protesters warn of Ramp abuse allegations
PEACEABLY ASSEMBLE — Protestors and law enforcement engage in a friendly conversation
HAMILTON — A small gathering of protesters took to the roadside to warn passers-by and attendees of abuse allegations against the Ramp during a Summer Ramp event on July 9-11.
Lynch named assistant fire chief for Hamilton
New Hamilton Fire Department Assistant Chief Eric Lynch is shown with his family, wife Erica, and twin sons Hunter (far left) and Hayden.
HAMILTON - Former Hamilton Fire Department Captain Eric Lynch was promoted to the position of assistant fire chief during the Hamilton City Council’s Monday, July 6, meeting.
Brilliant works to repair water system leaks
BRILLIANT — The Town of Brilliant worked to repair a few leaks in its water system last week beginning on Thursday, July 9.
Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday set for July 17-19
MARION COUNTY — The State of Alabama’s 21st Annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday begins this Friday, July 17, at 12:01 a.m. and continues until Sunday, July 19, at midnight.
Free entry to Hamilton Splash Pad on July 16, 21 & 27
Children are shown enjoying the Hamilton Splash Pad earlier this year.
HAMILTON — The Hamilton City Council approved a recommendation on Monday, July 6, to authorize free admission to the Hamilton Splash Pad for four days in July.
Guin man killed in motorcycle accident
Justin Stidham
TWIN — A motorcycle rider was killed after injuries sustained in a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 253 in Twin on Monday night, June 22.
Three local high schools receive new stadium lights in time for football
New stadium lights have been installed at Brilliant, Marion County and Phillips high schools.
MARION COUNTY — When students at Brilliant High School, Marion County High School and Phillips High School return to school this fall, there will be some new “Friday Night Lights” to welcome them.
County-wide alert system coming soon
Marion County EMA Director Russ Taylor is raving in a good way about the new Rave Alert Mass Notification System.
MARION COUNTY — The Rave Alert Mass Notification System is coming to Marion County soon, and will give officials the ability to send urgent emergency and non-emergency messages simultaneously to everyone in the county.
Cardiology clinic to open in Winfield; Dr. Dane Ballard to see patients
Dr. Dane Ballard of Cardiology Associates will begin seeing patients in Winfield this month.
WINFIELD — Cardiology Associates of North Mississippi is opening a new clinic in Winfield this month to serve area individuals with heart disease.
Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday set for next weekend, July 17-19
MARION COUNTY — Parents and guardians may want to take note of next weekend’s 2026 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday and plan their shopping trip for school supplies to help save money.
‘VA Assistance’ opportunity: Learn more at July 11 American Legion sponsored event in Guin
GUIN — If you have ever worn a military uniform and served your country, you are being invited to a “VA Assistance” educational opportunity to find out if you can qualify for any type of veterans benefits.
Brilliant School one of 64 in state to receive new Pre-K classroom
BRILLIANT — Brilliant School will be getting a brand new Pre-K classroom through the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education.
Dizzy Dean’s Fireworks Super Center to celebrate July 4 with 4,000 square inch cake
WINFIELD — Dizzy Dean’s Fireworks Super Center will be celebrating July 4th with a giant 4,000 square-inch American flag cake to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary.