Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, marks one year since authorities reported the disappearance of 1-year-old Kahleb Rowan Collins, a case that has drawn widespread attention and continues to weigh heavily on the community.
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at city hall. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Larry Humber, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Ernest Alford Cargile | Photo courtesy of the Fayette County Jail
A Fayette County Grand Jury has indicted Ernest Alford Cargile, 67, of Fayette, on 11 counts of possession of child pornography of obscene matter of a person under 17. His bond was set at $1,102,000 on Oct. 10. According to court documents, on Nov. 20, Cargile entered pleas of not guilty and not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect.
Dana Mullins Anderson | Photo courtesy of the Fayette County Jail
A Fayette County grand jury has indicted Dana Mullins Anderson, 63, of Fayette, on 15 counts of first‑degree theft of property. The charges stem from an alleged long‑term theft at Garry W. Magouirk, MDPC, where Anderson allegedly served as office manager since 2011.
The Belk Town Council held its regular town meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 9. Mayor Matt Belk, council members Deana Belk, Don Byars, Sherry Spack, Terrell Stripling and Zoey Thomas were all present, along with Brianna Owens, clerk. The meeting was called to order with prayer by Byars.
The Hubbertville Varisty Boys Basketball team were named Northwest Alabama Conference (NAC) Tournament Champions after defeating Lynn (78-36), Berry (84-54) and Hackleburg (95-61) in the NAC tournament on Dec. 11-13. Kane Rushing, Blaize Wakefield and Cameron Pendley made the NAC All Conference team.
Fayette County’s Marqualan Maddox (33) knocks the jump ball towards the Tigers to start play. | Photo by Devin Dudley
Fayette Co. High School Varsity Girls
On Dec. 9, the Lady Tigers earned a 47-44 win over Winfield. On Dec. 12, the Tigers lost to Marion County 79-42.
Fayette Co. High School Varsity Boys
On Dec. 9, The Tigers lost to Winfield 66-48. On Dec. 11, the Tigers fell to South Lamar 68-51.
Berry High School Varsity Girls Basketball team was recently crowned Pickens Academy Thanksgiving tournament champions. Anna Raley Palmer, Caylee Westbrook and Shayla Mayfield made the All-Tournament team. Palmer was named the MVP of the tournament. Pictured from left to right on the front row are Shayla Mayfield, Anna Raley Palmer, Caylee Westbrook and Bella Taylor; back row are Head Coach Danny Raines, Abbie Lollar, Sydney Rice, Za’Riah Jackson, Kryssa Fields, Delaina Powers and Coach Linnie Shepherd Booth. | Contributed Photo
Berry High School Varisty Boys basketball team was named the Pickens Academy Thanksgiving tournament champions. Jordan Jackson was named MVP of the tournament, Jerrode Jackson and Max Westbrook made the All Tournament team. Pictured above from left to right are Kayson Simmons, Drayke Parr, Jerrode Jackson, Jordan Jackson, Coach Jonathan Thomas, Head Coach Ryan Stephens, Max Westbrook, Jayden Smith, Mason Parr and Seth Traweek. | Contributed Photo
The Hubbertville Varsity Football team was recently recognized as the 2025 NAC Champions. Head Coach Caleb Hynds was named the Football NAC Coach of the Year, Cole Brand was recognized as the Football NAC MVP and Varisty Football All conference team was awarded to Bryce Afshar, Cole Brand, Braylon Hill, Blaize Wakefield, Tyler Stricklin, Kane Rushing and Lawson Dodd. Pictured above from left to right on the front row are Braxton Madison, Landon Dodd, Sawyer Bowen, Mac Brasher, Trevor Benton, Bo Brasher, Gavin Hubbert, Cruz Kizzire, Brennon Hill and Ethan Browning.
The Fayette County Board of Education held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec 9, at the Hubbertville School Library. The meeting began with a prayer led by District Three Board Member Tom Hubbert, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance conducted by Board Vice President Julie Stough. Board President Brenda Webb called the meeting to order with all members present.
The Glen Allen Town Council met in regular session on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at the town’s community center. All council members were in attendance with the exception of Councilman Bret Burleson. Mayor Allen J. Dunavant called the meeting to order and called on Councilman Robert Aldridge to open the meeting with a prayer.
The Fayette County Commission held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at the Fayette County Courthouse Annex Building. The meeting opened with a prayer led by District Three Commissioner David Hubbert, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Commission Chairman Mike Freeman called the meeting to order, with all commissioners present except for District Four Commissioner Wesley Jacobs.
Photo by Gina Lynn
On Thursday, Dec. 4, the Fayette Fire Department responded to a house fire at 1013 2nd Ave N.W. Fire Chief Shannon Taylor said that the fire appears to have been an accident and the residents that were inside the home at the time of the incident made it out safely.
Photo by Devin Dudley
Fayette Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the intersection of Hwy. 171 N. and Temple Ave. N. According to the crash report, the driver of a 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe told officers she had been waiting at the stop sign and did not see the 2015 Toyota Camry before pulling out. The driver of the Tahoe was transported to Fayette Medical Center for treatment.
Fayette County Schools earned an 84 on the Alabama State Department of Education’s 2025 report card, a slight drop from last year’s 86, according to data released by the Fayette County Board of Education.
The Berry Town Council then held its regular council meeting on Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. at the Miner’s Diner. Mayor Mary Sue Lollar called the meeting to order. Present at the meeting were Councilors Nancy Shepherd, Charles Tidwell, Russell Madison, Chris Lindsey and Calvin Madison. Also present at the meeting was Town Clerk Marsha Locke.
The Fayette City Council held a work session on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at city hall to discuss future plans and other organizational matters.
Due to possible inclement weather, Fayette Old Fashion Christmas has been canceled for Thursday Dec. 4 and will not be rescheduled.
The Fayette location of Showa Best Glove, Inc., pictured above, will cease production in mid-January.
Showa Best Glove, Inc. has announced that its Fayette facility, located at 931 Second Ave. S.E., will permanently cease production and production‑related activities, marking the end of operations at the plant.
