What’s the future of Hamilton A&I?
As movement with Alabama’s prison system has begun to stir, the future for many of the state’s prison facilities seem uncertain, including that of the Hamilton Aged and Infirmed. [Scott Johnson/ STAFF]
Rep. Estes gathering leaders to weigh four options
HAMILTON - Shadows of concertina wire and armed guards regularly stretch across the drive-thru lane of the McDonald’s in Hamilton.
Those stopping through the restaurant for a quick meal often get a front-row seat to watch white-uniformed state prisoners playing basketball and gardening during recreation hours--an odd experience for passers-through, but nothing out of the ordinary for Marion County locals.