Mental health has long been recognized as a cornerstone of overall wellbeing, yet its profound impact on physical health is sometimes overlooked. Increasingly, research has demonstrated that stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges can exacerbate chronic physical conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. As stress levels rise, so does the strain on... Read More

Saturday, August 17, Pastor Derek “The Changeman” Smith will be in town for a one-night performance. Tickets are available now with local businesses such as JT Fashion in Marion carrying tickets for those interested. V.I.P. tables will be available in a limited amount, with those tickets costing $30 in advance or $45 the day of... Read More

August has brought the beginning of the school year, however there is still openings left at Francis Marion School for their Pre-K school program. Enrollment is open to all children four years of age on or before September 1, 2024, who reside in Alabama. Three seats are still available for pre-k students to fill. Register... Read More

Developing a daily routine of healthy habits at home can enhance children’s ability to focus and learn effectively in the classroom. Janice Hall and Erin Reznicek, specialists with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAPEd), provide tips for parents and guardians to support their child’s learning experience at home. Eat a Nutritious... Read More

The Perry County Conservation District will be holding a local working group meeting on Monday, August 19. The meeting is slated to begin at 10 AM on 300 Washington Street in Marion. This session is of particular interest to farmers, ranchers, and landowners, as well as natural resources organizations and agencies. Those who fit any... Read More

Virginia Houston of Marion, AL has been named to the Chancellor’s List at Troy University for the summer semester/Term 5 of the 2023-2024 academic year. The Chancellor’s List honors full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who earn a grade point average of 4.0. About Troy UniversityTroy University is... Read More

The Judson College Foundation has recently reached out to alumnae with an important update regarding the future of the historic Judson College campus. Following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy settlement, which was approved by the court on April 16, 2024, the campus has been officially conveyed to the Judson College Foundation. The Foundation’s Board members are... Read More

A water project slated for the North end of Highway 183, towards Chilton County. The $1.7 million project will be coming to Perry County’s third district after the Perry County Commission received confirmation of the project’s go-ahead from Montgomery- based contractor Goodwyn Mills. Initially there were delays from the State in providing easements for the... Read More

Isaac Essex, 29, of Marion, was charged with traveling to meet a minor for an unlawful sex act and electronic solicitation of a child as part of an undercover investigation by the West Alabama Human Trafficking Task Force. The investigation targeted adults accused of arranging to have sex with minors, leading to the arrest of... Read More