City of Fayette

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has raised concerns about how the City of Fayette handles unpaid garbage collection bills, outlining those concerns in a Feb. 9 letter to Fayette City Attorney Dale Lawrence. In the letter, SPLC attorneys said the organization represents two current or former Fayette residents who faced criminal prosecution after falling behind on sanitation payments. The group is asking city officials to review existing policies and consider possible adjustments moving forward.

The Northwest Economic Development Alliance, known as C3, held its 15th annual State of the Region meeting on Friday, Jan. 16, at the Holiday Inn. Civic and business leaders from around the region met to discuss ongoing efforts to bring new industry and jobs into the region, and grow and develop what is already here.

The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting Tuesday, Dec. 23, at city hall. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Corey Baker, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Rod Northam called the meeting to order with all members present except Councilman Steve Herring.

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.

The Fayette City Council held a work session on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at city hall to discuss future plans and other organizational matters.

Pictured above are the carolers from last years’ event singing Christmas hymns and songs.

Downtown Fayette will once again shine with holiday cheer as “An Old Fashion Christmas” celebrates its sixth year on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5 - 8 p.m.

Steven Nolen, Francis Butler and Sean White were all honored by the Fayette Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Nov. 6 at the Fayette Civic Center. Steven Nolen was named 2025 Citizen of the Year, Francis Butler was named Volunteer of the Year and Sean White was recognized as Junior Citizen of the Year. Pictured above from left to right are Mayor Rod Northam, Sean White, Celeste Kennard, Steven Nolen, Francis Butler, Kathy Bordelon, Rep. Bryan Brinyark, Emily Montague, Jennifer Robertson and Kelly Foster.

Fayette Medical Center (FMC) Hospital Board Members were on hand to receive a check in the amount of $424,307.98 from the city council for upgrades to FMC. Pictured from left to right on the back row are council members Tommy Williams, Aliska Hughes-Monroe, Jerry Nichols, Eddy Campbell and Steve Herring; front row are FMC Board Members Heath Reed, Rhonda Hicks, Jason Nelson, Hospital Board Chairman Charles Brandon, FMC Administrator Rodney Clark and Mayor Rod Northam.

The Fayette Area Chamber of Commerce will recognize three outstanding community members during its annual awards ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 6. Steven Nolen has been named the 2025 Citizen of the Year, Frances Butler will be honored as Volunteer of the Year, and Sean White will receive the Junior Citizen of the Year award. The ceremony will take place at the Fayette Civic Center from noon to 1 p.m. Space is limited, and attendees are asked to RSVP by emailing fayetteareachamber@gmail.com or calling (678) 986- 9127.

The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at city hall, with all members present except Mayor Rod Northam. The meeting began with an opening prayer led by Synamon Hughes, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.