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Reception held to recognize Segraves’ 21 years as mayor
Phil Segraves, right, shakes hands with incoming mayor Bobby Bellew during Segraves' reception for his dedication as mayor of Guin.
GUIN — A reception was held on Monday, Oct. 20, for Guin Mayor Phil Segraves to commemorate his 21 years in service as mayor of the City of Guin.
Sign up now for "Walk of Trees:" deadline is Friday
HAMILTON — Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce Director Danielle Wiedel said there are still places left for local businesses, schools and creatives to sign up for the chamber’s Third Annual “Walk of Trees” at the Hamilton Walking Track.
Old Citizens Bank building roof in Winfield collapses
Repairs are underway for the older Citizens Bank building in Winfield, where the roof partially collapsed.
WINFIELD — The Winfield City Council discussed repairs currently underway during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 21, after the roof of the old Citizens Bank building collapsed.
Mayor Randy Price said he had met with one insurance adjuster earlier that day with more coming later that week to assess the damage and begin the repair process from there.
Open to all veterans, families & friends; special program is next Wednesday, Nov. 12
HAMILTON — Please remind any veterans you know about the special program to be held in their honor next Wednesday, Nov. 12.
Hamilton Mayor Bob Page: The exit interview
Hamilton Mayor Bob Page is shown at his desk at Hamilton City Hall, from which he led the city and all of its departments for nine years. During his two terms, the city made multiple equipment purchases and upgrades for city employees.
HAMILTON —The Journal-Record sat down before the fall elections to speak with Hamilton Mayor Bob Page and conduct an “exit-type” interview about his time in office.
Sunset Manor conducts drill
Drill
GUIN-Sunset Manor recently held an educational and eye-opening active shooter safety drill, demonstrating our facility’s ongoing commitment to the safety and preparedness of both residents and staff.
Veterans Day programs set for area high schools
HAMILTON — High schools in Marion County have set the dates and times for their annual Veterans Day programs to honor those who have served their country.
Marion County Veterans Day Program set for Wednesday, Nov. 12
HAMILTON — The Fourth Annual Marion County Veterans Day Program will be held this year on Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. until noon at the Bevill Business & Community Center on the campus of Bevill State Community College-Hamilton.
First National Bank team member honored with statewide excellence in banking award
Ashley Palmer
HAMILTON — The Alabama Bankers Association has recognized Ashley Palmer, from the First National Bank, Hamilton branch, with top honors at the 2025 Excellence in Banking Awards. Palmer was selected for her exemplary contributions to the banking industry and her unwavering commitment to excellence, leadership and service.
Guin approved for $250,000 ARC sewer plant project grant
GUIN — Congressman Robert Aderholt’s office announced that Guin is set to receive a $250,000 Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) grant for the Sewer Package Plant Rehabilitation Project.
Vote now for ‘Scares on the Square!’
The Caped Crow-sader
HAMILTON — Vote now for your favorites in the Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce’s “Scares on the Square” scarecrow decorating contest by visiting hamiltonchamberofcommerce.org.
Christmas for Kids seeks donations to brighten the holidays in 40th year
HAMILTON — Christmas for Kids has returned for another year in Hamilton and aims to help kids in the community this holiday season for its 40th anniversary. The organization is ready to take applications beginning in and throughout November.
Hamilton’s Buttahatchee River Fall Fest is this Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Shown are crowds enjoying last year’s Buttahatchee River Fall Fest. 2025’s festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m to 3 p.m.
HAMILTON — With a special kids’ zone, an amazing car show, live music and special performances, as well as lots of food, merchandise and arts and crafts vendors, you don’t want to miss the Buttahatchee River Fall Fest this Saturday.
Freedom FIBER celebrates 100K
HAMILTON — Freedom FIBER is now celebrating the completion of its commitment to bring reliable, high-speed fiber internet access to more than 100,000 residents in Northwest Alabama.
Buttahatchee River Fall Fest set for Saturday, Oct. 25
HAMILTON — The 19th Annual Buttahatchee River Fall Fest will be held Saturday, Oct. 25, in downtown Hamilton from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Red Ribbon Week to be observed from Oct. 23 through Oct. 31
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HAMILTON — The nation’s largest and longest-running drug-use prevention campaign, Red Ribbon Week, begins on Thursday, Oct. 23, and runs through Friday, Oct. 31. This year’s theme is “Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free.”
Two domestic violence awareness events set for this week; Purple Thursay & Purple Mile Walk
HAMILTON — Anyone wanting to help honor survivors and victims of domestic violence and help bring awareness to their cause is invited to participate in two different awareness events to be held this week.
Winfield council adds firefighter positions, approves vehicle loan bid search
WINFIELD — The Winfield City Council voted to add two new firefighter positions and allow the fire department to seek bids for a loan to purchase a new side-by-side utility vehicle during its meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 8.
Police raises discussed at Guin council
GUIN — The Guin City Council met on Monday, Oct. 7, for a regular meeting preceded by a work session.