When I started writing this weekly column, my first idea for an overarching theme was “what would Dave do?” Though I decided against a theme, I have included Dave, my dad, in several of the few ...

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell announced that Victoria Hardin, a 9th grader at Hillcrest High School, was awarded first place in the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Alabama’s 7th Congressional District ...

The Golden State Warriors versus the Detroit Pistons is one of many solid options on today’s NBA slate. Prior to today’s NBA games, get a sneak peek at the odds right here. Email newsletter signup ...

I had the privilege of sitting in a casual setting with three outstanding Gospel preachers. We all have known each other in various ways throughout the years. We reminisced about preachers we had ...

The Livingston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority recently awarded scholarships in the amounts of $1,000 to three deserving high school individuals in their service area. In Marengo County, ...

“The recent announcement of the arrest of 205 child sex predators and the rescue of 115 children is a major victory in the fight to protect the most vulnerable! This sends a clear message that those ...

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, in collaboration with Whitfield Regional Hospital, recently surpassed 500 admissions to the UAB Tele-Intensive Care Unit. This milestone highlights the impact ...

A Demopolis woman who was charged with the February 2022 death of her boyfriend in Tuscaloosa County has been sentenced to life with the chance for parole. Paula Whitney, chief assistant district ...

Crash data reveals concerning seasonal patterns as teen driving deaths continue to climb. Across the country, 13,135 people were killed in a crash involving a teen driver between 2019-2023. Over 30% ...

Rooster Day had everything you want to have at a good festival. As the Marengo County Historical Society pointed out recently, Rooster Day is more than just a festival; it’s a tribute to the 1919 ...

Ronnie Milton Phillips, 72, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away at home in North Pole, Alaska surrounded by family on April 16, 2025. Ron was a 20-year Air Force Retiree, 100 ...

The cliche “when it rains, it pours,” can often seem true, whether discussing bad luck or actual rain. In the last few weeks, I have been left with only thinking about fishing or camping, as every ...