Milborn Savage, pictured to the left, is shown with a member of clergy at the church that was constructed in Iraq. | Photo courtesy of Milborn Savage
As Veterans Day approaches, we reflect on the remarkable stories of service and sacrifice that have shaped our nation. One such story is that of Milborn Savage, whose service highlights dedication, faith, and unity.
Fayette was forever changed by a heartbreaking tragedy that occurred one summer night in 1971. On Wednesday, July 21, six-year-old Mary Ann Johnson was found dead. According to the Broadcaster newspaper, her unclothed body was discovered in a wooded area near the Spring Street Housing Project after a frantic search by local law enforcement. The incident cast a long shadow over the community, a sorrow that lingers even today.
On Sunday, Oct. 27, at approximately 6 p.m., Fayette Police responded to a single vehicle accident in the 1300 block of Temple Ave. Reports show that the driver of the Ford 150 was traveling North on Temple Ave, when a vehicle pulled out of Dollar General in front of the driver of the Ford. The truck then swerved to the left to avoid colliding with another vehicle. Once the Ford swerved left, the truck left the roadway into the parking lot of the Exxon gas station and hit a pole just before hitting a concrete barrier.
The Fayette County Board of Education held a meeting on Tuesday Oct. 22 at the Berry Elementary School Library. All board members were present except for District Two Board Member Tierre Agnew.
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at Fayette City Hall, with all members present. The meeting began with a prayer led by Pastor of LifePoint Ministry and Worship Center, Darryl Ballew, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance recited by Arrow of Life Cub Scout Jaxon Watkins.
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at Fayette City Hall. All council members were present except for Councilman Jerry Nichols and Mayor Rod Northam. The meeting commenced with a prayer led by Kelcey Hale, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
UPDATE: The Missing Person Alert for Feleena Ortiz and DeAundrea Heck has been canceled according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Facebook page.
Fayette’s Zamarion Nalls (20) rushes the ball. | Photo by Karli Rushing
The Fayette Tigers traveled to Cordova to face off against the Blue Devils. Fayette won the coin toss and deferred. Cordova received the first kickoff but was forced to punt.
The council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at Fayette City Hall. All council members were present except for Councilwoman Virettia Whiteside. The meeting commenced with a prayer led by Chris Herbert, minister at Fayette First Methodist Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Tommy Williams.
New attractions include this mobile axe throwing cage. | Contributed photo
Get ready for a weekend of fun and festivities at the City of Fayette 2024 Alabama Frog Level Festival and Cruise In! Kicking off on Friday, Oct. 4, the festival opens at 4 p.m. with live music featuring the Alabama Street Band at 4 p.m., followed by Secondhand Luck at 5:30 p.m., and Chase Evan at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, Oct. 5, the excitement continues bright and early at 8 a.m. Enjoy performances by the Bama Dancers at 9 a.m., and don’t miss the thrilling Frog Jumping Contest at 10 a.m. The C+ Band will take the stage at 11:30 a.m..
