Fayette

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.

The Fayette Junior City Council convened this week, featuring key contributions from local leaders and updates on community initiatives.

Theron Nolen recently celebrated his retirement and is pictured here with his nephew, Jack Nolen, III. (left) and brother, Merrell Nolen (right).

Theron Nolen’s recent retirement marks the end of a distinguished chapter in the history of the Nolen & Nolen Law Firm, a practice that has been a cornerstone of Fayette County’s legal community for more than seven decades. Founded by Theron’s father, the firm has been a continuation of a family legacy passed down through generations.

The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at Fayette City Hall, with all members present except for Councilwoman Aliska Hughes-Monroe.

Fayette police and fire departments were called out on Sunday, Dec. 1 around 2 a.m. after a fire was reported in the 100 block of Fourth Street S.W. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time and is still under investigation.

The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 26, at Fayette City Hall, with all members present. The meeting opened with a prayer by Councilman Eddy Campbell, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, led by the Fayette Junior and Senior Toybowl Cheerleaders.

An Old-Fashion Christmas returns to downtown Fayette for its fifth season. Established during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, an Old Fashion Christmas has become a beloved holiday tradition for many. The festive event will take place on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 5 - 8 p.m. in downtown Fayette.

FMC board members were on hand to receive a check from the city council. Pictured from left to right on the back row: Jerry Nichols, Tommy Williams, Aliska Hughes-Monroe and Eddie Campbell; front row from left to right: Rhonda Hicks, Jackie Waldon, FMC Administrator Rodney Clark, Hospital Board Chairman Charles Brandon, Mayor Rod Northam, Secretary of Treasurey Sandy Nolen, Heath Reed and Jason Nelson.

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.