Education What's next for Demopolis healthcare high school project Todd Prater, Cindy Fisher Updated May 17, 2024 The state approved putting the $60 million residential healthcare high school in Demopolis, and the governor ceremonially sign the bill into l…
Obituaries Stephen James Davis Updated Mar 31, 2025 Stephen James Davis, 73, passed away on Monday, May 13th, 2024 in Highland Home, Alabama. He was born in Newfoundland, Canada. Stephen worked …
Education Gov. Ivey comes to Demopolis to sign legislation creating healthcare high school Special to Black Belt News Network Updated May 17, 2024 Gov. Kay Ivey joined legislative, healthcare and education leaders from across Alabama at the Demopolis Civic Center on Tuesday for a ceremoni…
News Sewell hosts Marion meeting to talk federal funds for water, sewer, high-speed internet Todd Prater Updated May 17, 2024 Congresswoman Terri Sewell held a Congress in the Community meeting in Marion on May 10 at the offices of Sowing the Seeds of Hope. She was jo…
Health Matters Whitfield Hospital in Demopolis pauses OB services through Sept. 1 By Brad FisherUpdated May 19, 2024 Whitfield Regional Hospital in Demopolis will pause its obstetrical services through Sept. 1, the hospital announced today.
Obituaries Walter "Tony" Colwell May 13, 2024 With laughter in our hearts and a touch of mischief in our eyes, we celebrate the life of Walter "Tony" Colwell, our beloved prankster, singer…
News Selma schools to hire three school resource officers to increase safety Cindy Fisher Updated Mar 31, 2025 The Selma City School system is looking to hire at least three School Resource Officers to provide more safety within the district’s schools.Â
News Black Belt Women Rising founder turns passion into a business Todd Prater Updated May 15, 2024 Portia Shepherd has taken her passions and what she learned in larger counties to form a nonprofit making a difference in the Black Belt.Â
News Montgomery County Commission approves $1.1 million community center in District 1 By Nathan Prewett Updated May 12, 2024 MONTGOMERY – The Montgomery County Commission voted to begin the process to build a community center in District 1.
Obituaries Aaron Arnold Wade Updated Mar 31, 2025 Aaron Arnold Wade, a lifelong resident of Columbus, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on September 22, 19…
