On Jan. 27, the Hubbertville varsity girls team triumphed over Phillips with a score of 63-38. Lady Lions continued their winning streak on Jan. 28, defeating South Lamar 61-34.
On Jan. 27, the Hubbertville varsity boys team secured a win against Phillips with a score of 82- 61. The Lions faced a tough challenge against South Lamar and fell short with a score of 71-57 on Jan. 28.
Fayette County’s varsity boys basketball team earned a 68-61 victory over Haleyville on Monday, Jan. 27. However, the Tigers fell 57-39 to Brooks on Thursday, Jan. 30.
The Berry varsity girls basketball team lost 61-36 to Hubbertville on Jan. 24, and lost to Brilliant, 53-38, on Jan. 25.
On Jan. 27, the Lady Wildcats defeated Sumiton Christian 63-24, but lost again to Brilliant 72-41 on Jan. 28. In their final regular-season game on Jan. 30, the girls finished with a 58- 32 win over Pickens Academy.
The Berry varsity boys basketball team lost to Sumiton Christian 90-86 on Jan. 27, but bounced back with a 64-34 victory over Brilliant on Jan. 28. The boys closed out their regular season with a 54-18 win over Pickens Academy on Jan. 30.
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at city hall, with all members present except for Councilwoman Aliska Hughes-Monroe. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Milborn Savage, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Jerry Nichols. Mayor Rod Northam called the meeting to order and requested approval of the minutes from the Jan. 14 meeting, which were unanimously approved.
Fayette residents are expressing growing concerns about their utility bills amid extreme cold temperatures. Many fear that the cold weather will lead to significant increases in their upcoming utility costs.
Singer and Songwriter Megan Woods will be making a special appearance in Fayette on June 28, performing live at the Fayette Civic Center. Tickets to see the Christian artist in concert are set to go on sale Feb. 3 and will be available for $10, with all proceeds and donations going directly to Hope’s Choice. For more information, please click here or follow Hope’s Choice on Facebook for upcoming details on how to purchase tickets.
On Monday, Jan. 20, the Berry varsity girls basketball team lost to Hubbertville 61- 30. The Lady Wildcats fell to Vernon, 52-30 on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
On Jan. 23, Berry secured a victory over West Blocton 50-15.
The Berry varsity boys team lost to Hubbertville on Monday, Jan. 20, by a score of 67- 50. The Wildcats fell to Lamar County 64-60 on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
On Friday, Jan. 24, the Wildcats fell to Hubbertville, 65-54. Berry secured a 66-32 win against Brilliant on Saturday, Jan. 25.
On Monday, Jan. 20, The Fayette varsity boys won 62- 45 against Gordo.
The Fayette Varsity Girls lost their Tuesday, Jan. 21, game to Sulligent by a score of 54-39.
Hubbertville basketball coach Caleb Hynds recorded his 200th basketball coaching win last week when the Hubbertville Varsity Lady Lions defeated Vernon. Hynds took over the position of coach at Hubbertville in 2021 from Lamar Harris.
The Hubbertville varsity boys basketball team had sa string of wins last week. They defeated Sumiton Christian on Tuesday, Jan. 21, with a final score of 88- 70.
The Lions triumphed over Lamar County, 77-56 on Wednesday, Jan. 22. On Friday, Jan. 24, the Lions defeated Berry 65-54.
The Hubbertville Lady Lions won big last week in all three of their games. They defeated Sumiton Christian on Tuesday, Jan. 21, by a score of 67-24.
The Lady Lions defeated Lamar County, 39-28 on Jan. 22 and on Jan. 24 defeated Berry 62-36
The Northwest Alabama Economic Development Alliance, also known as C3, held its 44th annual State of the Region meeting on Thursday morning, Jan. 16, at Vernon City Hall.
The Fayette County Board of Education met on Tuesday, Jan. 21, at the Fayette Elementary School library. All board members were present. The meeting began with a prayer led by District Three Board Member Tom Hubbert followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by District Five Board Member Julie Stough.
The Annual Commemoration March celebrating the life and legacy of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. took place on Monday, Jan. 20. The event started at the Fayette County Courthouse, where Rev. Kelcey Hale led scripture and prayer, followed by Bro. Milborn Savage leading the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem. Mayor Rod Northam welcomed the participants, and Rev. Charlie Humphreys explained the purpose of the march. Before the march began, Junior City Council Mayor Sean White led a prayer.
On Monday, Jan. 13, the Berry varsity girls basketball team won against Vina High School 45-35. The Lady Wildcats defeated Oak Grove 35-27 on Tuesday, Jan.14.
On Thursday, Jan. 16, Berry lost to Lynn 48-37. The Lady Wildcats narrowly defeated Pickens County 47-46 on Friday.
On Monday, Jan. 13, the Berry varsity boys basketball team defeated Vina High School 62-37. The Wildcats secured a 59-42 victory over Oak Grove on Tuesday Jan. 14. On Thursday, Berry won 53-49 in a close game against Lynn.
Fayette County High School senior basketball players were honored on Monday, Jan. 13. From left to right on the front row: Eli Martinez, Ahmaad Nalls, Elsie Smyth, Abby Porter, Will Jackson and Luke Anderson; back row from left to right: Tucker Whitley, Keyshaun Hughes, Isaiah Estep and Tre Davis. | Contributed photo
On Monday, Jan. 13, the Fayette County varsity boys basketball team won against South Lamar 62-57. The Tigers defeated Hamilton 73-68 on Friday, Jan. 17.
The Fayette County varsity girls basketball team won against South Lamar 68-33 on Monday.
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The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 14, at city hall, with all members present. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Rev. Kelcey Hale, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
