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An Aliceville police officer charged in a multi-agency child exploitation investigation is now being housed in the Fayette County Jail, creating a direct Fayette County connection in a case that has already led to the arrest of five individuals in Pickens County. Caminion Gary, 24, of Aliceville, was initially booked into the Pickens County Jail following his arrest by special agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s State Bureau of Investigation. He has since been transferred to the Fayette County Jail.

For nearly eight decades, the Fayette Progress Club II has quietly supported local programs, youth initiatives and community projects, often behind the scenes. According to club president Jessie Crowe, the organization’s focus is simple: service. “We are a women’s service organization that was founded in 1947,” Crowe said, explaining that the club began as an offshoot of the original Progress Club, which helped establish the Fayette Public Library.

Participants in the Fayette County Leadership Program traveled to Montgomery, Alabama for a day dedicated to learning about state government, leadership, and Alabama’s history. The experience provided participants with firsthand insight into the responsibilities of public officials and the legislative process. The group’s first stop was the historic Alabama State Capitol, where they toured the building and learned about its significance as the center of Alabama’s government. 

Local pastors and church leaders were honored Friday evening, Feb. 20, during the annual Pastors’ Appreciation Banquet hosted by the Gideons at Calvary Baptist Church in Fayette. The event brought together ministers, community members and Gideon representatives for a night of fellowship, encouragement and updates on the ministry’s ongoing work. Although Ron Goodwin had originally been scheduled to serve as moderator, Barrie Lowe stepped in to fill that role due to Goodwin dealing with a knee injury.

As election season approaches, many voters may hear about primary elections and wonder exactly what they are. A primary election is essentially the first round of voting that allows political parties to choose which candidate will represent them in the general election later in the year.

he Fayette County Commission met Feb. 23 for its regular scheduled meeting, chaired by Commission Chairman Mike Freeman. All commissioners were present except Brad Cox. The meeting opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance before commissioners turned to a special recognition honoring the late Sammy Hindman, a longtime Fayette County resident known for his agricultural leadership and community involvement. Family members were present as the commission presented a formal resolution recognizing Hindman’s contributions to agriculture, civic organizations, and community development.

A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:50 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20, has claimed two lives. Brianna H. Marchman, 24, of Northport, was fatally injured when the 2024 Toyota Camry she was driving collided head-on with the 2023 Ford Transit Van driven by Javarius Walker, 38, of Bessemer. Marchman was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Fayette Middle School held a Black History month program on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. The program was titled “The dream is still alive.” The program began with music by Walt Whitman titled “We are one”. Liz Davis followed with a short welcome speech, stating “Black history isn’t just something from the past, it’s still happening today.”