Children and families packed the Fayette Civic Center on Monday for an educational animal presentation hosted by the Fayette County Memorial Library as part of its Summer Reading Program. The Snake Show, presented by Brittney Johnson and her daughter, Auburn, introduced audience members to a variety of reptiles and other exotic animals while teaching about wildlife, habitats and conservation.

Fayette County voters returned to the polls Tuesday to decide two Republican runoff races, selecting Jeananne Edwards as the party’s nominee for Revenue Commissioner and Steve Sawyer as the Republican nominee for Fayette County Superintendent of Education. According to unofficial results released by the Fayette County Probate Office, 3,613 ballots were cast in the June 16 Primary Runoff Election. Fayette County recorded a voter turnout of 28.33 percent among its 12,755 registered voters. The closest race of the night was the contest for Fayette County Superintendent of Education.

The Berry Town Council discussed public safety technology, preparations for the town’s upcoming America 250 celebration, employee policies and several infrastructure issues during its June 8 meeting. Berry Police Chief Gerald Dedeaux presented a department activity report covering Jan. 1 through May 31. During that period, the department recorded 27 arrests, including 15 drug-related arrests, worked three traffic accidents, completed 32 incident reports, issued 66 citations and approximately 185 written warnings.

The Fayette County Board of  Education approved a series of personnel recommendations during its June meeting, including teacher hires, resignations, summer program contracts and coaching assignments for the 2026-27 school year. All board members were present for the meeting. The board accepted the resignations of Jackson Elkins, countywide paraprofessional assigned to Fayette Elementary School; Harley Holsonback, teacher at Fayette Elementary School; Isabella Butts, teacher at Fayette Elementary School; and Bailey Burleson, teacher at Berry High School.

The Glen Allen Town Council met Tuesday, June 2, at the Glen Allen Community Center. All council members were present. Mayor Allen J. Dunavant called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m. Councilman Brad Whitehead opened the meeting with prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Dunavant. Following the pledge, Mayor Dunavant announced that the town had successfully secured funding through the Rebuild Alabama Act (RAA) Annual Grant Program to resurface 10 streets within the town.

Visitors to the Berry Civic Center may notice something different the next time they walk through the doors. What was once a beige, institutional-looking facility has been transformed into a warm and welcoming community gathering place through the efforts of Mayor Mary Lollar and a committee of local volunteers. The civic center serves many functions in the town, hosting municipal court, various meetings, a quilting group and numerous other community events throughout the year. Town leaders felt the building should better reflect the community it serves.

The Fayette City Council recognized a young local athlete, reviewed monthly financial reports and discussed several upcoming personnel and community projects during its June 9 meeting at City Hall. Mayor Rod Northam called the meeting to order with Councilmen Floyd Rodgers, Cedric Wilson and Steve Herring present. Councilmen Mickey Joe Morgan and Tommy Williams were absent. The meeting opened with recognition of Brodie Duckworth, who recently represented Fayette in the Alabama Park and Recreation Association Track and Field Championships.

The Fayette County Commission recognized the 2026 Class 1A State Champion Hubbertville Lions baseball team and received updates on road projects and state funding during its June 8 meeting. Before beginning regular business, commissioners presented a formal resolution honoring the Lions for capturing the Alabama High School Athletic Association Class 1A State Championship. Commission Chairman Mike Freeman praised the team and the Hubbertville community for its continued success and strong support of student-athletes.

For Fayette County residents looking for a summer adventure close to home, Cullman County offers a unique combination of history, art and natural beauty that can easily fill a day trip. Located a little more than an hour from Fayette, the area is home to one of Alabama’s most unusual attractions, a historic covered bridge and plenty of opportunities to slow down and enjoy a day away without spending a fortune. The first stop on the journey is Ave Maria Grotto, located on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey in Cullman.

Just a few months after local officials warned residents about the growing threat of scams and fraud, a new scheme is raising concerns across Alabama. According to a June 3 alert from AARP Alabama, scammers are now posing as representatives of Publishers Clearing House and using FaceTime calls in an attempt to gain access to victims’ financial accounts. The scam begins with an unexpected phone call, text message, or other communication informing the recipient that they have won a large cash prize or sweepstakes.

The following people have been sentenced in Fayette County Circuit Court this year. The list was compiled from information recently received from the Fayette County Circuit Clerk Office.

• Kristy Darlene Honeycutt, unlawful possession of a controlled substance. Sentenced to 32 months in the custody of the Department of Corrections. Sentence is suspended and defendant placed on three year supervised probation;

A Fayette County man with an extensive criminal history has been sentenced to life in prison following his conviction on multiple felony charges stemming from a 2022 pursuit involving drugs, a firearm and an attempt to flee law enforcement. Matthew Bruce Page, 36, was sentenced June 4 after a Fayette County jury convicted him on April 22 of unlawful possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, failure to affix a tax stamp, certain persons forbidden to possess a pistol and attempting to elude law enforcement officers.

Dinosaurs are taking over the Fayette County Memorial Library this summer. From fossil hunts and dinosaur-themed science experiments to reading challenges and summer camps, library staff have assembled a full schedule of activities designed to keep children reading and  learning throughout the summer months. The library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program, themed “Unearth a Story,” began June 1 and continues through July, offering free programs for children, families and adults.

Residents gathered Saturday, May 30, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the new walking track at the Glen Allen Community Center. The project began in November 2023 when the Glen Allen Town Council voted to construct a walking trail and submitted a grant application to the Fayette Community Foundation to assist with groundwork preparations. 

The Fayette City Council recognized local accomplishments, heard updates on several city projects and approved repairs to storm-damaged facilities during its regular meeting Tuesday, May 26. Councilman Steve Herring was absent. Mayor Rod Northam called the meeting to order following the prayer and pledge led by Robert Townley. The council approved minutes from the previous meeting before recognizing Robert and Ashley Townley for completing the city’s new pollinator garden project near Bill’s Trail downtown.

Bevill State Community College continued its successful run on the baseball diamond during the 2026 season, finishing with 37 overall wins and a 24-12 conference record while remaining among the top programs in ACCC Division II play. The Bears put together one of the conference’s top offensive seasons, finishing first in triples with 16 and batting average at .340. Bevill State also ranked among conference leaders in runs scored (415), hits (532), RBIs (373), stolen bases (110) and strikeouts (345).

The Fayette County Board of Education recognized the academic achievements of graduating seniors, approved more than $300,000 in new social studies textbooks and discussed ongoing efforts to improve student achievement and school safety during its May 19 meeting. All board members were present for the meeting. The meeting began with recognition of the 2026 valedictorians and salutatorians from schools across the county. Students shared their plans for college and future careers.

Fayette County voters joined Alabamians across the state Tuesday in casting ballots in several closely watched primary races, with multiple local contests heading to runoff elections next month. Locally, the races for superintendent of education and revenue commissioner will continue into the June 16 runoff election after no candidate received more than 50 percent of the vote in the May 19 primary. In the Republican primary for superintendent of education, Steve Sawyer and Dr. Jeremy Madden secured the top two spots to advance to the runoff.

History belongs to Hubbertville. The Lions captured the first baseball state championship in school history Thursday night, defeating Fayetteville two games to one in the Class 1A state championship series and bringing a long-awaited title back to Fayette County. After suffering a tough loss in Game One at Choccolocco Park in Oxford, Hubbertville responded with resilience, grit and timely hitting at Jacksonville State University, rallying for a dramatic extra-inning victory in Game Two before dominating the decisive Game Three to secure the championship.