Robert Randal Malone
Robert Randal Malone, 73 of Faunsdale, went to his eternal home on July 10, 2023. He was born on December 15, 1949 in Mobile, AL to John Malone and Helen Parker Malone. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers: Mac Malone, Gene Malone, and David Malone. He is survived by his... Read More
Jimmy Lewis
Jimmy Lewis, born on January 24, 1947, passed away on July 5, 2023, at the age of 76. A viewing took place on Friday, July 14, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, located on 302 Pickens St in Marion. The Celebration of Life service was held on Saturday, July 15,... Read More
Lincolnite Club announces 2023 scholarship recipients
The Lincolnite Club, Inc., an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the legacy of Lincoln Normal School, has announced the recipients of its 2023 scholarships. The awards recognize academic excellence, mastery of written composition skills, community service, and commitment to higher education. The 2023 scholarship recipients are Kennedi A. Sims, LeNaya D. Essex, and Kaitlyn... Read More
Woman dies following one-vehicle crash in Tuscaloosa
A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:05 a.m. Thursday, July 13, has claimed the life of a Tuscaloosa woman. Angela C. Henderson, 37, was fatally injured when the 2013 Toyota Prius that she was driving left the roadway, struck a concrete barrier and overturned. Henderson was not using a seat belt at the time... Read More
Bettie T. Kinney
Bettie T. Kinney, born on August 24, 1921, passed away on July 11, 2023, at the age of 101. A viewing will be held on Friday, July 21, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, located on 302 Pickens St. in Marion. The Celebration of Life service will take place on... Read More
Amzie Luckey Sr.,
Amzie Luckey Sr., born November 18, 1932, passed away on July 8, 2023, at the age of 90. A viewing was held on Friday, July 14, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, located on 302 Pickens St in Marion. The Celebration of Life service took place on Saturday, July 15,... Read More
Mary N. Mitchell
Mrs. Mary N. Mitchell, age 85, of Brent, Alabama passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023. She was born Jan. 31, 1938. Mary was a 30 year employee of Health Tex. During her free time, she loved gardening and attending Little Hope Primitive Baptist Church. Her love for her grands and great-grandchildren was apparent. She... Read More
Marion Library extends summer reading challenge through July and August
The Marion-Perry County Library has extended their Summer Reading Challenge to include the months of July and August. Special prizes will be awarded to participants during this portion of the challenge, like in the month of June. The challenge is open to youth in grades 1-12. Those interested may receive their reading logs from the... Read More
Man dies in multi-vehicle crash outside Selma on Monday
A multi-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 17, has claimed the life of a Selma man. The crash occurred when the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire driven by Robert E. Thompson, 22, struck the rear of a trailer that was being towed by the 1996 Chevrolet 1500 pickup driven by Cletus E. Verhoff,... Read More
Robert C. Hatch High School Students receive medals of honor
Students from Robert C. Hatch High School, who represented Perry County with distinction this summer at a program at Stillman College, receiving medals of honor. These accomplished students participated in the program under the guidance of their school counselor, Christine White.