Greensboro celebrates bicentennial this weekend
The Greensboro Alabama Business and Tourism Association is excited to announce the Greensboro Bicentennial Tour on the 10th and 11th of June, 2023. This special event will celebrate Greensboro’s incorporation as a city in 1823 and will showcase over twenty historic homes, churches, museums, and other significant sites. The city, ripe with history and charm,... Read More
Revival will culminate tonight at Friendship Missionary Baptist
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a Revival Service tonight, concluding a three-day event that began Tuesday, June 6. Over the week, pastors have been visiting Friendship Missionary Baptist in Marion every night at 7 PM for praise and worship services, with Pastor A. Lovell England hosting. On Tuesday, Reverend Shaun Nix visited, followed by... Read More
Annual Marion rodeo set for June 16-17
The 28th Annual Marion Rodeo will be on June 16 and last through June 17. Gates open at 5:30 PM each night, Mutton Bustin’ begins at 6:30 PM, with the rodeo itself starting at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $15, with those aged 5 and under receiving free admission. Featured attractions will include: bareback riding, calf... Read More
Marion-Perry Co. Library kicks off summer reading this week
The Marion-Perry County Library launched their summer reading program, Tuesday, June 6. Beginning at 10 AM, children from three years old to the 1st grade can attend until 12 noon. Children from the 2nd grade to the 7th grade can attend from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM during the duration of the summer reading program.... Read More
Perry County businesses, nonprofits, agricultural ventures can apply for up to $2 million in economic injury loans
Residents and business owners in Perry County can still apply for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) following severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes that occurred on January 12, 2023. While the deadline for applications regarding physical damage has passed, aid for economic injury remains accessible, with the filing deadline set for... Read More
DiversiCare honors nursing home volunteers May 24
DiversiCare of Marion held an ice cream social on Wednesday, May 24 at the Perry County NursingHome to thank the local volunteers who give of their time and energy to brighten the days of nursinghome residents.
Sanders, Optimist Club give away bicycles in Marion
Charles Sanders, Marion native, returned to his hometown Saturday, June 3, to present bicycles to residents. Sponsored by the Alfred G. Adams, Jr., Optimist Club of Marion and bicycles provided by Wal-Mart, Sanders was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation by both organizations for his service to the Marion community. The event was held in... Read More
Local Phi Beta Sigma chapter awards scholarship
Pictured above: Dr. Anthony Trimble, Jaruis Smith, Phi Beta Sigma Past 1st Vice State Director Tyrone D. Smith. The Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Kappa Lambda Sigma Marion Chapter awards a $500 academic scholarship to a deserving Francis Marion School male graduate. The annual scholarship is awarded annually in honor of a fraternity... Read More
4-H plans summer fishing competition for Alabama youth
Alabama 4-H invites you to make a splash this summer with the 4-H BIGGEST Catch, a virtual fishing competition. The contest is May 26 through June 5, and all Alabama youths ages 9 to 18 are welcome to participate. Emily Nichols, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System natural resources specialist, said this competition is a fun... Read More
Greensboro bicentennial tour will feature local homes
Greensboro Alabama Business and Tourism Association announces the Greensboro Bicentennial Tour on June 10th and 11th 2023. In conjunction with the celebration of Greensboro’s incorporation as a city in 1823, this two day event will showcase over twenty historic homes, churches, museums, and other places of interest. The website visitgreensboroal.com offers details about the specific... Read More