Fayette County Volleyball headed to State Tournament
After powering through the regular season and Super Regionals, the Fayette County volleyball team is headed to the Alabama 3A State Tournament.
Hubbertville shuts out Lynn, goes undefeated in region
Hubbertville’s Cruz Kizzire stiff arms a Pickens County defender. The junior finished with 4 receptions for 79 yards and a touchdown. (Photo by Leah Hollingsworth)
Hubbertville closed out regular season play on Friday night welcoming Region Five foe Lynn Bears to Wiley Hollingsworth Stadium. The Lions jumped out to an early lead and never let up as they continued their dominance in Region Five play.
Fayette extends win streak with victory at East Lawrence
Fayette County’s offense lines up against the Eagles’ defense. Head Coach Jared Porter emphasized the key role his offensive line played in the team’s victory on Friday night. (Photo by Priscilla Gray)
On Friday, Oct. 23, the Fayette County Tigers made the almost two-hour journey to Trinity, Alabama for the first of two final road games to end the regular season. The Tigers would return home with a six-game win streak and a full head of steam from a 45-21 victory over the East Lawrence Eagles. This streak is the team’s longest in four seasons, after the Tigers opened up the 2022 season 6-0.
Berry narrowly defeats Pickens County in 54-52 nail-biter
Berry’s Drayke Parr carries the ball for the Wildcats. The junior finished with 7 receptions for 84 yards along with 75 yards on the ground from 5 carries. (Photo by Sarah Rice)
The Berry Wildcats hosted the Pickens County Tornadoes with the four-seed from Region 5 on the line. The game looked like it would be led by both defenses when the first quarter ended with both teams failing to score. However, the offenses would come to life for a combined 106 points over the next three quarters with the Wildcats taking the 54 - 52 victory in the closing seconds of the game.
Glen Allen council fills vacant seat
The Glen Allen town council met on Tuesday, October 6 at the Town's Community Center. Councilman Dustin Youngblood was not in attendance for the monthly meeting. Councilman Brad Whitehead opened the meeting with a prayer followed by the reciting of the pledge of allegiance led by the mayor.
Commission approves EMA weather radio grant request
The Fayette County Commission met for its monthly meeting on Monday, Oct. 26 All members were present with the exception of Commissioner Brad Cox, who was away on personal business.
Board of Education approves FMS Bible teacher, hears Berry school improvements
The Fayette County Board of Education met for its monthly meeting on Oct. 20, addressing the implementation of a new Bible-focused class, a massive new program at Berry High School, and retirements in the school system.
What to know before the 2026 election
After months of campaign advertisements, rallies, and political promises, a lot will be on the minds of Alabama voters as they head to the polls to cast their ballots on November 3. With so many different names and voices pulling voters in different directions, some may find it difficult to get to the bottom of key issues on the ballot this year. But while candidates make their personal pitches, Alabama has several amendments on the table that could implement major changes to school systems within the state and fundamentally change the way the state government operates.
Fayette stays undefeated at home with close win vs. Oakman
Wyatt Weeks celebrates the clutch touchdown that put the Tigers ahead with under two minutes remaining. (Photo by Orry Cantrell)
Coming off of four straight blowout wins, it looked like the Fayette County Tigers might sprint through the rest of its schedule this season. After all, the Tigers had outscored their last four opponents 191-14. Fayette County had its hands full on Friday night, however, as it outlasted the Oakman Wildcats 13-10 in a defensive slugfest that came down to the very last play.
Berry falls to South Lamar 52-18 in Homecoming defeat
Drayke Parr (right) blocks for his teammate Colton Kelley (left). (Photo by Sarah Rice)
The Berry Wildcats were looking to get back on the winning track as they hosted the South Lamar Stallions for Homecoming. Big plays by South Lamar would be the deciding factor as the Wildcats fell to the Stallions 52 - 18.
Lions secure region win over Pickens County Tornadoes 51-14
Hubbertville's Hunter Rochester avoids a tackle (Photo by Leah Hollingsworth)
Traveling south to Reform on Friday night the Lions visited the Pickens County Tornadoes. Following the coin toss, Hutch Miles' opening kick was recovered by Damian Giles at the 48-yard line. The Lions defense stood strong on the opening possession with Cruz Kizzire sacking Jacobe Plott on first down for a 4-yard loss. Four plays later, facing fourth and 16 from the 36-yard line, William Latham's punt rolled dead at the 32-yard line.
Glen Allen man hospitalized after lawnmower collision
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Timmy Henderson of Glen Allen was struck while riding his lawnmower near the intersection of State Highway 233 and State Highway 129. Henderson was transported by Marion County EMS and was eventually sent to a hospital in Birmingham with serious injuries. He has since been released and has “a long road ahead of him,” according to Glen Allen Mayor Allen Dunavant. Hubbertville and Glen Allen Volunteer Fire Departments assisted at the scene. ALEA investigated.
Brashers honored with monument
Doris Brasher (far left) poses alongside her family with the new monument at Guthrie Smith Park. (Photo by Orry Cantrell)
As you enter Guthrie Smith Park, you may notice a new landmark alongside the large sign bearing the park’s name. The 1,500-pound monument, which has occupied the spot for around a month and a half now, honors the life and work of John and Doris Brasher, founders of Christmas at the Park and Brasher’s Ladies Ministry. In a ceremony held on Sunday, Oct. 18, community members from the Fayette Garden Club and Beautification Committee gathered alongside the Brasher family to dedicate the monument.
Fayette city council approves increase to garbage fee
The Fayette City Council met on Tuesday, Oct. 13 to discuss a host of topics, including a $1.50 increase in the city’s garbage collection fee, appointments to the city’s gas board, and the potential purchase of a street sweeper.
West Alabama mayors meet in Fayette
Front row left to right: Mayor Donald Sherrod (Pickensville), Mayor Stanley Allred (Millport), Mayor Jackie Mitchell (Kennedy), Tyner Bowling (Golden Eagle), Mayor Barry Cooner (Centreville) Back row left to right: Mayor Mickey Walker (Carrollton), Mayor Allen Dunavant (Glen Allen), Mayor Marry Lollar (Berry), Mayor Ralph Howard (Greensboro), Mayor Rod Northam (Fayette) (Photo by Orry Cantrell)
Mayors from across west Alabama gathered in the art-covered halls of Fayette’s Civic Center for the West Alabama Mayor’s Association’s meeting on Oct. 15. The West Alabama Mayor’s Association brings together mayors from across the western half of the state to discuss common issues, share ideas, and learn more about different communities in the region.