Wildcats defeat Bears 30-22

In boxing, sometimes you get two finesse fighters who dance and jab at each other, and other times you get fighters who stand toe to toe and trade huge punches. Berry and Lynn fell into the latter category Friday night. As the Wildcats faced their first road test of the season, the two teams traded big drive after big drive before Berry took a 30-22 win in the game’s closing seconds. Lynn won the toss and elected to receive the opening kickoff. The Bears returned the kick to their 48-yard line, and on the fourth play of the drive, Jon Jordan scored on a 22-yard run.

Tigers shut out Curry 47-0

Fayette County’s defensive line prepares for the snap in the game against Curry on Friday, Sept. 11. The Tigers held the Yellow Jackets scoreless and limited Curry to 158 yards of total offense in a 47-0 victory.

Fayette County’s defensive line prepares for the snap in the game against Curry on Friday, Sept. 11. The Tigers held the Yellow Jackets scoreless and limited Curry to 158 yards of total offense in a 47-0 victory.

The Fayette County High School Tigers bounced back in a big way Friday night, Sept. 11, shutting out Curry 47-0 behind a strong rushing game, several big plays and a defense that kept the Yellow Jackets off the scoreboard. Fayette County wasted little time taking control. Dezmon Harris fielded the opening kickoff and raced 95 yards for a touchdown, putting the Tigers on the board just 15 seconds into the game. The extra-point attempt failed, leaving Fayette County with an early 6-0 lead.

Lions trounce Stallions 28-13

Hubbertville’s Trevor Benton carries the ball as a South Lamar defender makes the tackle during the Lions’ 28-13 region victory Friday night.

Hubbertville’s Trevor Benton carries the ball as a South Lamar defender makes the tackle during the Lions’ 28-13 region victory Friday night.

The Lions traveled to South Lamar High School Friday night to take on the Stallions, coming away with a 28-13 region victory. After winning the coin toss, the Lions elected to receive, with Kaiden Tucker’s return setting them up at the 34-yard line. Utilizing Hutch Miles in the running game and Kane Rushing in the passing game, the Lions quickly moved the ball deep into Stallions territory. Facing fourth-and-1 from the 16-yard line, Gavin Hubbert took the handoff straight up the middle for a first down at the 5.

Bevill State splits with Lawson, drops two Friday games

Bevill State Baseball

Bevill State Baseball

Bevill State baseball continued its fall schedule last week, playing four games against Lawson State, Calhoun and Snead State. The Bears split a pair of games against Lawson State on Sept. 8 before dropping two games Sept. 11, falling to Calhoun and Snead State. Bevill State outhit Lawson State 10-7 in the first game Sept. 8 but was unable to turn those hits into enough runs in a 4-2 loss. The Bears struck first in the second inning when a wild pitch allowed a run to score. Lawson State answered in the bottom half of the inning to tie the game at 1.

Woods, Brinyark announce $5 million Career and Technical Education Grant for Fayette Co. Schools

State Sen. Matt Woods and State Rep. Bryan Brinyark announced today that the Fayette County Board of Education has been awarded a $5 million grant to expand career and technical education opportunities for local students. The grant was made possible through a $150 million legislative appropriation that established a statewide grant program to expand career and technical education and workforce training in Alabama’s K-12 schools. Fayette County does not currently have a standalone career and technical education school.

Council bids farewell to longtime city attorney

Longtime Fayette City Attorney Dale Lawrence speaks during his final Fayette City Council meeting Sept. 8. Lawrence, who began working with the city in 1992 and took over as city attorney in the mid-1990s, reflected on decades of service and the changes he has seen in Fayette through the years.

Longtime Fayette City Attorney Dale Lawrence speaks during his final Fayette City Council meeting Sept. 8. Lawrence, who began working with the city in 1992 and took over as city attorney in the mid-1990s, reflected on decades of service and the changes he has seen in Fayette through the years.

The Fayette City Council heard updates from Fayette Medical Center and the Fayette Aquatic Center, approved several personnel matters and reviewed a preliminary budget for the coming fiscal year during its Sept. 8 meeting. Before the regular meeting, the council held a public hearing concerning the proposed abatement of a property at 406 Temple Ave. S. No one spoke for or against the abatement. All council members were present for the regular meeting.

Board of Education presents proposed $34 million budget

The Fayette County Board of Education presented its proposed fiscal year 2026-27 budget during a public hearing Sept. 8 before moving into its regular monthly meeting. The proposed budget anticipates approximately $32.36 million in revenues and $34.09 million in expenditures. State funding represents the largest source of revenue at approximately $22.15 million, followed by about $6.15 million in local revenue and $3.94 million in federal funding.

Glen Allen council approves new water rates, seeks quotes for building demolition

Glen Allen Mayor Allen J. Dunavant presents Councilwoman Cynthia Cowan with a framed letter of appreciation recognizing her service to the town. Cowan recently moved outside the town limits and will no longer serve in Council Seat 5.

Glen Allen Mayor Allen J. Dunavant presents Councilwoman Cynthia Cowan with a framed letter of appreciation recognizing her service to the town. Cowan recently moved outside the town limits and will no longer serve in Council Seat 5.

The Glen Allen Town Council met Tuesday, Sept. 1, at the town’s community center, addressing several items ranging from water system maintenance and a future rate increase to street improvements and the demolition of the former community center. Council members Brad Whitehead and Dustin Youngblood were absent. Mayor Allen J. Dunavant called the meeting to order at 7:18 p.m. Councilman Robert Aldridge opened the meeting with prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Dunavant.

Lions roar past Brilliant in homecoming win, 50-0

Hubbertville quarterback Blaize Wakefield hands the ball off to Hutch Miles during the Lions’ 50-0 homecoming victory over Brilliant on Sept. 4. Miles helped get the Lions off to a fast start, scoring on a 42-yard run on Hubbertville’s opening possession.

Hubbertville quarterback Blaize Wakefield hands the ball off to Hutch Miles during the Lions’ 50-0 homecoming victory over Brilliant on Sept. 4. Miles helped get the Lions off to a fast start, scoring on a 42-yard run on Hubbertville’s opening possession.

Celebrating homecoming, the Lions welcomed the Brilliant Tigers to Wiley Hollingsworth Stadium. The Tigers won the coin toss and elected to receive the opening kick, sending Tyson Lee and Michael Yielding back to receive. Hutch Miles’ kick was recovered at the Lions’ 48-yard line by Mac Brasher, setting Blaize Wakefield and his offensive front up with great field position. Four plays later, with a first down at the Tigers’ 42-yard line, Miles took the handoff over left tackle, rambling to the end zone and putting the Lions on the scoreboard.

Tigers struggle on road, fall 40-0 to Hatton

Fayette County’s Zamarion Nalls fights through a pair of Hatton defenders during the Tigers’ road matchup against the Hornets on Sept. 4. Hatton defeated Fayette County 40-0 in the Tigers’ Region 5 opener.

Fayette County’s Zamarion Nalls fights through a pair of Hatton defenders during the Tigers’ road matchup against the Hornets on Sept. 4. Hatton defeated Fayette County 40-0 in the Tigers’ Region 5 opener.

Fayette County struggled to find an offensive rhythm Friday night as Hatton handed the Tigers a 40-0 loss in their Class 3A, Region 5 opener. The Tigers entered the Sept. 4 contest coming off a 33-6 victory over Lamar County, but Fayette County was held to 155 yards of total offense as Hatton used a strong rushing attack and several big plays to pull away. Fayette County received the opening kickoff and began at its own 39-yard line.

Wildcats earn big win in region opener against Marion Co.

Berry’s Dalton Greene (7) takes the handoff from quarterback Zack Hollingsworth (1) during the Wildcats’ 46-12 region victory over Marion County on Sept. 4. Greene led Berry’s ground attack with 122 yards on 16 carries and three touchdowns, while Hollingsworth completed 13 of 15 passes for 281 yards and three touchdowns.

Berry’s Dalton Greene (7) takes the handoff from quarterback Zack Hollingsworth (1) during the Wildcats’ 46-12 region victory over Marion County on Sept. 4. Greene led Berry’s ground attack with 122 yards on 16 carries and three touchdowns, while Hollingsworth completed 13 of 15 passes for 281 yards and three touchdowns.

Berry picked up a big early-season victory Friday night as the Wildcats defeated Marion County 46-12 to open region play on a winning note. For a young Berry squad still finding its footing early in the season, the victory was an encouraging response after opening the year with a loss to Hale County. The Wildcats combined an efficient passing attack with a strong performance on the ground and pulled away from the Red Raiders in the second half. “This is a really big win for us,” Berry head coach Danny Raines said. “Our kids played a great second half.

Hubbertville crowns 2026 Homecoming Queen

Addison Tucker was crowned Hubbertville High School’s 2026 Homecoming Queen during halftime festivities at the Lions’ homecoming game against Brilliant on Sept. 4. Tucker received the crown from 2025 Homecoming Queen Zoe Whitson as her escort, Heath Tucker, looked on.

Addison Tucker was crowned Hubbertville High School’s 2026 Homecoming Queen during halftime festivities at the Lions’ homecoming game against Brilliant on Sept. 4. Tucker received the crown from 2025 Homecoming Queen Zoe Whitson as her escort, Heath Tucker, looked on.

Addison Tucker was crowned Hubbertville High School’s 2026 Homecoming Queen during halftime festivities at the Lions’ homecoming game against Brilliant on Sept. 4. Tucker received the crown from 2025 Homecoming Queen Zoe Whitson as her escort, Heath Tucker, looked on. 

Berry appoints new municipal court judge

The Berry Town Council appointed three officials to serve Berry Municipal Court during a special-called meeting Aug. 31. Pictured from left are Kaylee McCaleb, municipal court magistrate; Jack Bostick, municipal court judge; and Brandy Feltman, municipal court prosecutor. Berry Municipal Court will resume Sept. 29 at 6 p.m.

The Berry Town Council appointed three officials to serve Berry Municipal Court during a special-called meeting Aug. 31. Pictured from left are Kaylee McCaleb, municipal court magistrate; Jack Bostick, municipal court judge; and Brandy Feltman, municipal court prosecutor. Berry Municipal Court will resume Sept. 29 at 6 p.m.

Plans for the future of Fayette’s Flag Park are beginning to take shape following another meeting with representatives of Your Town Alabama. Matt Leavell and Ben Wiseman met with local community members Aug. 27 to review ideas for redeveloping the downtown park and discuss how improvements could be completed in phases. The latest meeting followed an earlier planning session in June, when community members and local leaders discussed what they would like to see included in the park. Using that input, several concepts for the property were presented and discussed at the Aug. 27 meeting.

Flag Park plans beginning to take shape

Ben Wiseman of Your Town Alabama explains features of a conceptual design for improvements to Fayette’s Flag Park during a meeting Aug. 27. Several potential layouts and improvements were discussed as planning continues for the downtown park. The next step will be developing a final plan for the mayor before the city moves forward with implementing the project in phases.

Ben Wiseman of Your Town Alabama explains features of a conceptual design for improvements to Fayette’s Flag Park during a meeting Aug. 27. Several potential layouts and improvements were discussed as planning continues for the downtown park. The next step will be developing a final plan for the mayor before the city moves forward with implementing the project in phases.

Plans for the future of Fayette’s Flag Park are beginning to take shape following another meeting with representatives of Your Town Alabama. Matt Leavell and Ben Wiseman met with local community members Aug. 27 to review ideas for redeveloping the downtown park and discuss how improvements could be completed in phases. The latest meeting followed an earlier planning session in June, when community members and local leaders discussed what they would like to see included in the park. Using that input, several concepts for the property were presented and discussed at the Aug. 27 meeting.

Benton’s bond reduced to $25K

Timothy Vess Benton

Timothy Vess Benton

Timothy Vess Benton, who was indicted last month on two felony violations of Alabama’s Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act, has been released from the Fayette County Jail after his bond was reduced from $1 million to $25,000. Circuit Judge Ben A. Fuller granted Benton’s motion to reduce bond Friday, Sept. 4. The State of Alabama opposed the request.

56th Fayette Arts Festival scheduled for Sept. 12

The above painting by Fayette Art Museum board member Joel Haney is this year’s design for Fayette Arts Festival t-shirts, which will be available for purchase at the event.

The above painting by Fayette Art Museum board member Joel Haney is this year’s design for Fayette Arts Festival t-shirts, which will be available for purchase at the event.

The 56th annual Fayette Arts Festival will be held Saturday, Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fayette Civic Center and Art Museum, 530 Temple Ave. N. One of the longest-running arts festivals in Alabama, the event will feature artists and craftspeople from across the region, food vendors, children’s activities and special events celebrating Fayette’s artistic heritage. The festival will be held indoors and outdoors, rain or shine.

Fayette County rolls past Lamar County, 33-6

The Tigers’ Riley Vick (25) recovers a fumble for Fayette County in the second quarter of the non-region game against Lamar County. Vick also added six tackles, two assists, and one sack to the Tigers’ stats.

The Tigers’ Riley Vick (25) recovers a fumble for Fayette County in the second quarter of the non-region game against Lamar County. Vick also added six tackles, two assists, and one sack to the Tigers’ stats.

Fayette County overcame an early deficit and pulled away from Lamar County Friday night, Aug. 28, earning a 33-6 victory behind an efficient passing attack and a defense that shut out the Bulldogs over the final three quarters. Lamar County struck first, but Fayette County answered with 33 unanswered points, including 19 in the second half. Neither team found the end zone during the opening quarter, and the Bulldogs put together the first scoring drive of the night early in the second.

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