The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is a federally funded program administered by the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries’ Farmers Market Authority Section. The SFMNP provides eligible seniors with a $50 benefit card to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from certified farmers at farmers markets and farm stands in the State of Alabama.

For more information about the SFMNP, visit https://agi.alabama.gov/ or call 334-240-7247 or 1- 877-774-9519.

The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 14, at city hall, with all members present. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Rev. Kelcey Hale, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

The Fayette County Commission held its regular meeting on Monday, Jan. 13, at the courthouse annex building. The meeting opened with a prayer led by District One Commissioner Brad Cox, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Fayette County residents woke up to a cold, snowy day on Friday, Jan. 10. With many roadways deemed impassable for hours, the fierce winter storm brought daily life to a standstill, closing schools and businesses in the county. Despite the cold, many residents braved the weather and enjoyed their snow day with a variety of fun activities.

The Berry Town Council held its regular meeting on Monday Jan. 6, at the Berry Town Hall. Mayor Jimmy Madison called the meeting to order with all council members in attendance.

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

The Glen Allen town council met on Tuesday, Jan. 7 at the town’s community center. Councilwoman Bobbie S. McCraw was not in attendance for the monthly meeting.

Authorities searching the property surrounding the home of Steven Collins and Wendy Bailey on Thursday, Jan. 2. | Photo courtesy of Fayette County Sheriff Byron Yerby 

On Thursday, Jan. 2, authorities responded to a shooting on Water Mill Road in Pickens Co. According to the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office, when deputies arrived they found a man that was fatally wounded by gunfire. The suspect, Russell Douglas Beede, 23, of Fayette, was taken into custody. Beede has been charged with murder and is currently being held in the Pickens County Jail with a $2 million dollar bond.

A multi-vehicle crash on Sunday, Dec. 22, claimed the life of 84-year-old Phyllis B. Thompson of Fayette.

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.

July 

Fayette Co. man charged in Whitson’s death

On June 29, Michael Wade Tucker was arrested and charged for the murder of 21-year-old Laci Whitson.

Pharmacy Bandits nabbed in Tuscaloosa

Two suspects, Jaylun Dshaun Murray and Keante R. White, were arrested after an attempted robbery at Berry Discount Apothecary on June 29. Both were charged with second-degree burglary, possession of burglary tools, and receiving stolen property.

As another year has come and gone, The Times Record has compiled a list of our top stories from Fayette County in 2024.

Here are some of our top headlines for the year:

January

Hudson hired as assistant engineer by commission

Halee Hudson was hired as the new assistant engineer for Fayette County during the Jan. 8 Fayette County Commission meeting. She began her duties on Jan. 16.

Berry man dies in vehicle accident