Stewarts indicted
HAMILTON — Tristen Amani Stewart, Kenneth Larry Stewart and Tahisha Stewart Cameron have been indicted on charges of capital murder, obstructing governmental operations, hindering prosecution and more.
Sign up starts soon for Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
MARION COUNTY — Qualifying seniors should mark their calendars and prepare now to submit their application starting in mid-January for the Farmers Market Nutrition Program.
Third Annual Shop with a Cop is another great success!
Most of the children participating in this year’s Shop with a Cop event are shown with their favorite toy and all of the law enforcement and Walmart personnel who helped make this very special day possible. Photo courtesy of HPD.
HAMILTON - The Third Annual Shop with a Cop event was held on Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Hamilton Walmart Supercenter.
Farmers, businesses, students recognized at Farm-City Banquet
HAMILTON — Marion County farmers, county and local officials and business owners gathered at Tombigbee Electric Cooperative in Hamilton for the annual Farm-City Banquet on Thursday, Nov. 13.
Hamilton renews C3 membership for $25K
HAMILTON — The Hamilton City Council voted unanimously on Monday, Dec. 15, to renew the city’s membership with the C3 of Northwest Alabama Economic Development Alliance.
Winfield to re-stripe Pike Road
WINFIELD — The Winfield City Council voted to re-stripe Pike Road during its regular city council meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 16.
Marion County High School names court after Scott Veal
GUIN— Marion County High School named its basketball court after Head Girls’ Basketball Coach Scott Veal before a home game against Hamilton on Friday, Dec. 5.
Chambless family thankful for Rainey’s lifesaving action
WINFIELD — Isaac Chambless and his mother, Denise, are both thankful after Victoria June Rainey, who also goes by Tori, saved Isaac’s life by performing the Heimlich maneuver.
Garbage schedules announced for holiday season
MARION COUNTY — Holiday garbage pickup schedules have been shared by local sanitation services and departments for the county, and the cities and towns in Marion County.
City signs resolution against lawsuit involving online sales tax redistribution
HAMILTON — During its Monday, Dec. 1, meeting, the Hamilton City Council unanimously passed a resolution in favor of being included in the unified filing against the Simplified Sellers Use Tax Lawsuit.
$872,900 spent on runway improvements at Marion County-Rankin Fite Airport
Local pilot Macon Harris took this expansive photo from the air showing the upgraded runway. Harris, 18, is a frequent flyer at the Marion County-Rankin Fite Airport.
HAMILTON — The Alabama Department of Transportation recently awarded more than $2 million in grants to improve 27 local airports in the state, including $829,255 for the Marion County-Rankin Fite Airport.
Winfield council, water board create cooperative district
WINFIELD — The Winfield City Council voted to approve the creation of a cooperative district between the City of Winfield and the water works and sewer board to help manage and maintain development around I-22 during its meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 2.
Commission sets date for road closure public hearing
Celebrate Christmas with Self Express’ 60th show
Cast members of “Miracle on 34th Street: the Musical” are shown.
WINFIELD — This holiday season, Self Express Productions invites audiences to celebrate five wonderful years of Freedom Theatre at its 1755 Bankhead Highway location with a joyous production of Miracle on 34th Street: The Musical at the Freedom Theatre. Since Self Express began in 2015, they have presented over 60 live performances, offering unforgettable experiences for performers and audiences alike.
Guin council discusses Spring Fest, July 4th costs
GUIN — The Guin City Council held its first regular meeting of December on Monday, Dec. 1.
John Hardin inducted into AHSAA Sports Hall of Fame
Longtime coach John Hardin was principal of Hackleburg High School during the tornado outbreak in 2011.
HACKLEBURG — Former Hackleburg coach and principal John Hardin has been selected for induction into the Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026.
Hamilton’s organizational meeting details noted
HAMILTON — During its Monday, Nov. 3, organizational meeting of the new administration of the mayor and city council for the City of Hamilton, several resolutions were passed to establish the municipal structure for the city.
Qualifying dates for 2026 election cycle
The Alabama Democratic Party will open the candidate qualifying period for the 2026 election cycle on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, at 9 a.m. and will close on Jan. 23, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Hamilton City Councilors share a few final remarks; other city business on Oct. 20
HAMILTON — At the last meeting of the previous Hamilton City Council administration on Oct. 20, several members expressed their gratitude for being able to serve.
Winfield counil votes against rescinding judge appoinment, administrator termination
WINFIELD — On Tuesday, Nov. 18, the Winfield City Council voted down two measures that would have rescinded two controversial decisions made during the previous meeting on Nov. 3.
The Winfield City Council held an organizational meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 3, followed by a regular meeting.