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Columns

Memaw Cookies – A simple, tasty treat

By Lanell Downs Smith When my daughters were children, their Memaw always made simple but tasty cookies we all called “Memaw Cookies.” Made with love ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Sunday, December 24, 2023 11:00 am

Community

SABRA Sanctuary awarded grant funding

Gov. Kay Ivey announced Monday the award of more than $4.3 million to help reduce domestic violence and aid victims. Organizations in 19 counties primarily ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Friday, December 1, 2023 10:17 pm

Community

Alabama taxpayer rebates begin in December

Governor Kay Ivey spoke on providing meaningful financial relief to working Alabama residents during a Nov. 1 media release. As part of the announcement, she ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Wednesday, November 15, 2023 11:00 am

News

Ivey Proclaims Alabama Military Day

On Nov. 3, Governor Kay Ivey proclaimed Nov. 9 as Military Day, recognizing Alabama’s commitment to the men and women who have served in the ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Wednesday, November 8, 2023 7:56 pm

Community

Howell Consulting coordinates student scholarships

Howell Consulting Services in Birmingham has partnered with McDonald’s and Mercedes Benz to donate $9,000 in scholarships to students at this year’s McDonald’s Magic City ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Monday, November 6, 2023 3:17 pm

News

Second parole hearing set for Thompson

The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles has scheduled 78 parole hearings and 30 pardon hearings for the week of Oct. 31 – Nov. 2 ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Sunday, November 5, 2023 2:28 pm

Community

Community Calendar

Check out the events happening in the local community. Football Kickoff Demopolis vs Paul Bryant (Senior Night), Linden Patriots vs Mars Hill Bible, Marengo vs ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Thursday, November 2, 2023 2:04 pm

News

Ivey directs flags lowered to honor fallen in Israel

On Oct. 9, Governor Kay Ivey directed that all flags across Alabama should be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of the lives lost ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Tuesday, October 10, 2023 7:00 pm

Community

ALEA warns of deadly “Tranq,” Fentanyl mix

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Senior Trooper Charles May fell ill on May 3 after exposure to fentanyl mixed with xylazine, a powerful sedative also ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Friday, August 25, 2023 3:30 pm

Columns

Dirt road teambuilding – Finding common space in unexpected places

Last week I traveled to Demopolis for the first time, taking advantage of an opportunity to become acquainted with the staff and operations of The ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Saturday, August 19, 2023 10:00 am

News

Five volunteers arrested, charged with theft from fire departments

Five people were arrested by the Alabama Fire Marshal’s Office in connection with thefts adding up to thousands of dollars stolen from three Marengo County ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Friday, August 18, 2023 3:45 pm

Faith and Family

Wilcox church invites men to lead

Bethsaida Baptist Church in Furman has developed a long tradition of leadership among Wilcox County churches in its 192 years of existence. On Aug. 26, ... Read more

by Lanell Downs Smith, Monday, August 7, 2023 6:02 pm

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