Participating Marion County 4-H youth are “oinking it up” by raising pigs for the annual Pig Squeal coming up next month.

Avery McCullough, 10, shows the pigs she is working with for the upcoming Pig Squeal on May 17. She is one of 10 Marion County 4-H youth who will be participating in the showing and then the auction afterward.

Avery McCullough, 10, shows the pigs she is working with for the upcoming Pig Squeal on May 17. She is one of 10 Marion County 4-H youth who will be participating in the showing and then the auction afterward.

Participating Marion County 4-H youth are “oinking it up” by raising pigs for the annual Pig Squeal coming up next month. The event will be held on Saturday, May 17, at 10 a.m., at the Fayette County Multipurpose Complex at 650 McConnell Loop in Fayette.

Governor Kay Ivy awards $50,000 to Marion County Sheriff’s for stun guns

Shown are Winfield Mayor Randy Price (left) and Northwest Gas General Manager Heath Reed in front of the new Pilot Travel Center in Winfield. Due to ongoing construction in the area, a six-inch high-pressure gas main line will need to be relocated. The Northwest Gas Board of Directors have agreed to help offset the cost of moving the line for the City of Winfield.

Shown are Winfield Mayor Randy Price (left) and Northwest Gas General Manager Heath Reed in front of the new Pilot Travel Center in Winfield. Due to ongoing construction in the area, a six-inch high-pressure gas main line will need to be relocated. The Northwest Gas Board of Directors have agreed to help offset the cost of moving the line for the City of Winfield.

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $297,000 to improve public safety in north Alabama, including $50,000 to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office “to purchase stun guns aimed at de-escalating dangerous situations and preventing injuries to both suspects and deputies.”

‘Dinner on First,’ elegant Hamilton chamber awards event set for April 22

Attendees are shown at last year’s “Dinner on First” event in downtown Hamilton, which showcases some of the “Best of Hamilton.” With elegant table settings and semi-formal attire, “Dinner on First” provides an opportunity for everyone to enjoy a special night.

Attendees are shown at last year’s “Dinner on First” event in downtown Hamilton, which showcases some of the “Best of Hamilton.” With elegant table settings and semi-formal attire, “Dinner on First” provides an opportunity for everyone to enjoy a special night.

HAMILTON — You can be a part of one of the best events to be held this year in Hamilton at “Dinner on First,” the Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce-sponsored event that salutes the “Best of Hamilton.”

Marion County native first ever police chief of Detroit

Bryan McCraw places his hand on his grandfather’s Bible as he is sworn in as police chief by Detroit Mayor Keith King. Holding the Bible is McCraw’s friend, Kristie Bailey.
DETROIT — For the first time in its incorporated history, a span of 70 years, the Town of Detroit now has its first police chief. Robert Bryan McCraw, of Hamilton, was hired and sworn in as the town’s police chief on Monday, March 17, at Detroit Town Hall by Mayor Keith King. McCraw retired as the police chief for Guin and has also formerly worked with the Franklin County heriff’s Department.

Brush fire spirals out of control, displacing family

Karen Marchan and children Derek, 10, and Leah, 7, stand in front of their home, which burned in a fire last Tuesday.

Karen Marchan and children Derek, 10, and Leah, 7, stand in front of their home, which burned in a fire last Tuesday.
HALEYVILLE — The dangers of burning during dry conditions were experienced in a traumatic way Tuesday afternoon, March 11, when a brush fire spread out of control to consume a mobile unit, destroy a vehicle and displace a family with children.

VFW formation meeting set for March 25 at HPD

HAMILTON — If eligible veterans throughout Marion County and the surrounding areas are interested in forming a Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post in Hamilton, they should attend a meeting on Tuesday, March 25, at the Hamilton Police Department Auditorium at 6 p.m.
VFW Post 5184 Russellville Commander Eric Reason and his post are sponsoring the possible startup and will be at the meeting to answer questions and provide guidance.

Guin council honors late Dr. Randolph

Guin Mayor Phil Segraves presents a plaque commemorating the late Dr. Gary Randolph to his wife, Janice Randolph.

Guin Mayor Phil Segraves presents a plaque commemorating the late Dr. Gary Randolph to his wife, Janice Randolph.
GUIN — The Guin City Council passed a resolution during its meeting on Monday, March 3, to honor the late Dr. Gary Randolph for his many years of service to the city of Guin as not only a doctor, but also as a member of the city council.

BOE recognizes school counselors, proclaims February as CTE Month

Shown on Feb. 21 at the Marion County Board of Education are school counselors, from left, Alana Hawkins – Marion County High School; Halie Hagood – Hackleburg Elementary School; Raven Wilburn – Hackleburg High School; Allyson Frederick – Hamilton Middle School; Julie Kladke – Hamilton High School; Johnathan Tuck – Phillips Elementary School; and Monica Allen – Phillips High School. Not shown are Erica Salter – Hamilton Elementary School; Jessica Scott – Guin Elementary School; and Lisa McCaleb – Brilliant

Shown on Feb. 21 at the Marion County Board of Education are school counselors, from left, Alana Hawkins – Marion County High School; Halie Hagood – Hackleburg Elementary School; Raven Wilburn – Hackleburg High School; Allyson Frederick – Hamilton Middle School; Julie Kladke – Hamilton High School; Johnathan Tuck – Phillips Elementary School; and Monica Allen – Phillips High School. Not shown are Erica Salter – Hamilton Elementary School; Jessica Scott – Guin Elementary School; and Lisa McCaleb – Brilliant Schools.
HAMILTON — During its Feb. 21 meeting, the Marion County Board of Education recognized school counselors in the system.

Prepare for stormy weather

With the potential of a significant severe weather outbreak - including strong tornadoes - beginning later tonight, Friday, March 14, and lasting into the evening Saturday, March 15, now is the time to prepare for the potential of being without utilities or able to leave your home for days due to potential storm damage.

Listerhill to have new location in Winfield

Winfield City Councilman Larry Reese Sr. joins Eric Corti, project manager (Structure First); Mark Hightower, VP of retail (Listerhill); Brad Green, president/CEO (Listerhill); Alanna Sullivan, chief operations strategist (Listerhill); Dale Hayes, VP of facilities (Listerhill); Justin Vandiver, owner (Smith General); and Jim “Scooby” Bilinsky, superintendent (Smith General) to break ground on the new branch coming to Winfield.

Winfield City Councilman Larry Reese Sr. joins Eric Corti, project manager (Structure First); Mark Hightower, VP of retail (Listerhill); Brad Green, president/CEO (Listerhill); Alanna Sullivan, chief operations strategist (Listerhill); Dale Hayes, VP of facilities (Listerhill); Justin Vandiver, owner (Smith General); and Jim “Scooby” Bilinsky, superintendent (Smith General) to break ground on the new branch coming to Winfield.
Winfield — Officials and team members from Listerhill Credit Union, the Winfield Chamber of Commerce, the Winfield City Council and other honored guests came together on Thursday, Feb. 27, for a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of Listerhill’s new branch. The new facility is scheduled to open by early 2026.
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