After 39 years of service, Gary Trimm is retiring from the Kirkland Bluff and Wayside Volunteer Fire Department (KBW VFD). His retirement marks the end of an era for the department, and the community is invited to come and honor his extraordinary commitment and leadership.

The Fayette County Commission held its regular meeting on Monday, March 10, at the courthouse annex building. The meeting began with a prayer led by District One Commissioner Brad Cox, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

The Glen Allen Town Council met on Tuesday, March 4 at the town’s community center. Councilors Joel Isham and Bobbie S. McCraw were not in attendance for the monthly meeting.

The Fayette City Council presented a $10,000 appropriation to the Fayette County High School programs. Pictured from left to right on the front row: FCHS Librarian Wendy Canterbury, FCHS Health Science Teacher Susan Ingle, Fayette Junior City Council Mayor Sean White, FCHS Principal Jennifer Sanford, Mayor Pro Tem Eddy Campbell, FCHS Band Director Sebastian Dobbins; back row from left to right: FCHS Athletic Director Jared Porter, Councilman Tommy Williams, Councilman Jerry Nichols and Councilman Steve Herring.

With the potential of a significant severe weather outbreak - including strong tornadoes - beginning later tonight, Friday, March 14, and lasting into the evening Saturday, March 15, now is the time to prepare for the potential of being without utilities or able to leave your home for days due to potential storm damage.

The Fayette Police and Fire Departments responded to a two vehicle crash on Friday, March 7 on Hwy. 43/ SR-171 N. (in front of Walmart) in Fayette. Two occupants in the car were transported by ambulance to Fayette Medical Center. The cause of the crash is unknown at this time and updates will be provided as more information becomes avaliable.

On Tuesday, March 4, the Berry Fire Department, along with the assistance of the Boley Fire Department, responded to several storm-related incidents, including downed power lines and trees obstructing roadways. Fire Chief Randall Kelley explained that high winds prior to the storm caused trees to fall, which brought down power lines and ignited a grass fire. Fayette County EMA Director Michael Stoker reported many cases of fallen trees and power lines across the county.

Grab your cowboy hats and saddle up – the rodeo is coming to Berry! The town is hosting its very first rodeo event, thanks to the Berry Volunteer Fire Department. The Edge Right Berry VFD Pro Rodeo, presented by Deep South Rodeo Productions, will take place on March 21-22, with all proceeds benefiting the fire department. The event will be held at 255 Co. Rd. 30 W. in Berry and promises fun for the whole family. The two-day event will feature thrilling rodeo action, food trucks and shopping vendors. Gates open both nights at 5 p.m., with Mutton Bustin’ starting at 6:30 p.m.

Fayette native and longtime attorney Steven M. Nolen was honored with the 2025 E.A. “Larry” Drummond Lifetime Scouting Achievement Award at the 13th Annual Luncheon on Friday, Feb. 28. The award recognizes his lifelong commitment to scouting and the significant impact he has had on the youth of Fayette County.

The Fayette County varsity boys secured a 9-8 victory over the Winfield Pirates on Monday March 3.  The Tigers faced a 11-4 loss by the Gordo Greenwave on Wednesday, March 5 and fell 10-3 to the Northside Rams on Thursday, March 6. 

On Monday, March 3, the Fayette County varsity girls defeated the Haleyville Lions 7-4 in their first home game and area game of the season. The Lady Tigers claimed a 11-3 victory over the Marion County Red Raiders on Thursday. The next day, Fayette fell to the Oakman Wildcats, 4-3.

The Berry Town Council held a special meeting on Monday, Feb. 24, at town hall. Mayor Pro Tem Mary Sue Lollar called the meeting to order with all members present.

On Wednesday, Feb. 26, The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office and Fayette Fire Department responded to a single vehicle fire on Hwy 159. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is unknown at this time.

On Friday, Feb. 28, the owner of a 2500 HD Chevrolet truck was driving down the road when he said he smelled smoke. He stated that the flames began erupting from the front end. No injuries were reported during the incident.