Hoof or Paw, funding approved for six months; organization shares impact report

Hoof or Paw Fundraising Director and Volunteer Felicia Aycock (right) is shown with volunteer Regina Wisecarver at a recent Hamilton City Council meeting.

Hoof or Paw Fundraising Director and Volunteer Felicia Aycock (right) is shown with volunteer Regina Wisecarver at a recent Hamilton City Council meeting.

HAMILTON — During its Monday, Oct. 6, meeting, the Hamilton City Council voted unanimously to continue its funding of the Hoof or Paw animal rescue organization for six more months.

Information shared on Miss Hamilton & Miss Hamilton’s Teen 2026 winners

Miss Hamilton 2026 Liliana Geier (left) is shown with Miss Hamilton’s Teen 2026 Josie Harrison.

Miss Hamilton 2026 Liliana Geier (left) is shown with Miss Hamilton’s Teen 2026 Josie Harrison.

HAMILTON — Miss Hamilton Pageant Director MacKenzie Vann recently shared photos and information with the Journal-Record about the winners of the Miss Hamilton and Miss Hamilton’s Teen Pageant, who were crowned on Sunday, Sept. 21, during the 51st annual event held at the Bevill Building in Hamilton.

County municipalities hold organizaional meetings, mayors sworn in

MARION COUNTY — Cities and towns in Marion County swore in new mayors and council members, and appointed new or returning officials, in organizational meetings on Monday, Nov. 3, to begin the new municipal terms for those positions.
Some municipalities saw little to no change with some council members and mayors running unopposed for election or re-election.

BG Manufacturing opens in Brilliant

BRILLIANT — BG Manufacturing held a ribbon cutting on Thursday, Oct. 16, to celebrate the opening of the new manufacturing business.
Local, county and state leaders joined together with the owners and employees of BG to tour the plant, located in the former Stone Canyon facility. Attendees included State Representative Tracy Estes and State Senator Garlan Gudger.
According to BG’s Facebook page, “BG, built on a firm foundation, proudly serves Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, Louisiana, Texas, Georgia and Arkansas with high quality manufactured and modular homes.”

Old Citizens Bank building roof in Winfield collapses

Repairs are underway for the older Citizens Bank building in Winfield, where the roof partially collapsed.

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.

 

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 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.

First National Bank team member honored with statewide excellence in banking award

Ashley Palmer

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.
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