When eighth grader Blair Carmichael McAdams begins high school this fall, she won’t be heading down the familiar halls of Demopolis High School like many of her classmates.
Cindy Fisher
Publisher
When eighth grader Blair Carmichael McAdams begins high school this fall, she won’t be heading down the familiar halls of Demopolis High School like many of her classmates.
Publisher
The Montgomery Police Department (MPD) is in mourning following the recent death of one of its own.
Legislation that would require the Montgomery Police Department to increase its number of officers or risk a state takeover of operations is expected to get its first vote today.
Members of Alabama Arise Action (AAA) will hold a press conference in Montgomery today at 11:45 a.m. to urge lawmakers to pass legislation to provide free breakfasts in schools.
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a proclamation honoring the Annual Doe Rodeo in Braggs, said an announcement by the nonprofit Cornwallis 1828 on Monday.
Fox & Friends Weekend Co-Host Charlie Hurt will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Wilcox Historical Society’s Tour of Homes.
A warming center at the Crump Community Center in Montgomery will open tonight from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles has scheduled parole and pardon hearings for Feb. 24-26.
The Montgomery County Commission may reallocate remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds to help small businesses.
The Demopolis City Council unanimously voted to give $150,000 to the Demopolis City School athletic department.
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High school sports is experiencing record participation. It is also experiencing unprecedented pressure.
High school sports is experiencing record participation. It is also experiencing unprecedented pressure.
The University of Alabama’s Selma Resilience Initiative is bringing back the business River Pitch competition on March 12 at Selma Amphitheater.
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A ribbon cutting was held by the Demopolis Area Chamber of Commerce (DACC) for the new wedding venue Chateau at Mimosa Ridge.
AD's Country Store in Coy is the Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce's (WACC) Business of the Month for the month of February.
LocAL Threads is the Demopolis Area Chamber of Commerce's (DACC) Business of the Month for February.
Members of Alabama Arise Action (AAA) will hold a press conference in Montgomery today at 11:45 a.m. to urge lawmakers to pass legislation to provide free breakfasts in schools.
The Demopolis City Council unanimously voted to give $150,000 to the Demopolis City School athletic department.
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Selma City Schools (SCS) will meet on Feb. 24 to discuss a potential merging of Clark and Payne elementary schools.
April McCartney, Selma Art Guild Artist of the Month for February and March, said she was “excited” to have a show of her weaved baskets at the SAG Gallery on Sunday, Feb. 22.
Friends of the Vaughan-Smitherman Museum will welcome guests Thursday for their “Bubbles and Blues” fundraiser.
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The Selma Art Guild is hosting a reception for a basket weaver artist on Feb. 22.
Publisher
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a proclamation honoring the Annual Doe Rodeo in Braggs, said an announcement by the nonprofit Cornwallis 1828 on Monday.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (Feb. 19, 2026) – Bubba Williams and his 6-year-old son, Cason, frequently make the trip from Bay Minette to Alabama’s famed Black Belt in pursuit of deer season memories.
The 2026 Wild Hog Roundup is set for Feb. 20 and 21, bringing hunters from across the region together for a weekend competition that doubles as a fundraiser for two local causes: Black Belt Animal Rescue and Wilcox Academy.
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I recently qualified to run for Alabama State Senate District 24 and became the presumptive Republican nominee. Like many of you, I stepped forward because I believe our district deserves bold, principled, and accountable conservative leadership. I was prepared to carry that message into the…
High school sports is experiencing record participation. It is also experiencing unprecedented pressure.
So the final day of qualifying for the 2026 Alabama Republican Party Primaries last week did not disappoint, as some eye-opening revelations occurred. There were three races where former public officials have thrown their name back in the ring to serve again. Former Senator Gerald Dial is ru…
Those who knew and loved civil rights leader Joanne Bland of Selma have been sharing outpour…
Demopolis High School is closing early on Friday for the funeral of junior Hunter Bowen Howe…
“I don't know if anyone has any ill feelings toward the young man that shot Mark. Don't. For…
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No Republicans qualified for county races in Dallas County, according to Dallas County Probate Judge Jimmy Nunn. Read moreRepublicans field no candidates in Dallas County races; two Democrats qualify for sheriff
Robert Tony Sykes has announced he is running for Perry County Sheriff in the May 2026 election. Read moreRobert Tony Sykes announces candidacy for Perry County Sheriff
Roy Fikes, who was appointed Sheriff of Perry County by Gov. Kay Ivey in April, announced he is running for the position in the 2026 election. Read morePerry County Sheriff Roy Fikes announces run for the job in 2026 election
In the Black Belt Newscast wrapup of 2025, Todd and Cindy talk about the eventful municipal elections that took place across the Black Belt. See the Election Hub at blackbeltnewsnetwork.com for more detail. Read moreWatch: Election wrap up in 2025
2025 was an unusual municipal election year as cities voted for new leaders in what is typically an off year after Alabama lawmakers moved city elections back a year to be off the federal cycle. Read more2025 Year in Review: Black Belt voters choose new municipal leaders
The Zeta Delta Chapter of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. hosted a Pass the Torch Ceremony honoring two wives of Selma’s elected leaders on Nov. 15. Read moreLocal sorority chapter hosts Pass the Torch ceremony for mayoral wives of Perkins, Moss
The city of Marion swore in the mayor and five city council members in their Nov. 3 meeting in council chambers. Read moreMarion swears in mayor, council in first meeting Monday night
Councilman Michael Johnson was elected the Selma City Council’s new president pro tem Nov. 3. Read moreMichael Johnson named Selma City Council president pro tem
The Demopolis Mayor and City Council were sworn into office in a ceremony on Monday at Rooster Hall. Read moreDemopolis swears in mayor, council that includes three newcomers
Johnny Moss III was sworn in as the new mayor of Selma in a ceremony on Monday, announcing that “the rebuilding of Selma begins today.” Read moreSelma swears in new Mayor Johnny Moss III, council members during ceremony Monday
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