Berry Heritage Festival
Storm damage still being evaluated in county
Morris Loop Road, pictured here, suffered severe damage after storms swept through the county. | Photo by Fayette County EMA Director Michael Stoker
In the early morning hours of Sunday, April 6, severe storms swept through Fayette County, leaving 85 roadways damaged with 13 still deemed impassable. According to the county engineering department, preliminary estimates put the repair costs at $434,250, though assessments are still ongoing.
The 13 roads are listed as follows: Blondie Road, Jud Cook Road, Morris Loop Road, Dodson Circle, Pender Road, Brasher Lane, Fords Valley Road, Fowler Road, Rabbit Road, Pikeville Road, Kirkland Road and Griffin Drive.
Local icon shares his faith through music
Junior Stripling, pictured above, doing what he loves, spreading the word of Jesus through his songs at the Fayette Depot Museum.
Born and raised in Fayette County, Junior Stripling has become a cherished local icon, known for spreading the word of Jesus through his music.
Hub boys beat Pickens Academy 6-2
The Hubbertville varsity boys were crowned Area 10 Champions after a 16-1 victory over Marion County on Tuesday, April 8. Pictured on the front row from left to right: Atticus Gray, Cole Brand, Bryce Afshar, Ceth Hollingsworth, Landon Dodd, Hunter Rochester, Braylon Hill and Carter Brand; back row from left to right: Asst. Coaches Carter Hollingsworth, Daniel Brasher, Head Coach Adam Brand, Logan Cox, Tucker Bowen, Blaize Wakefield, Kade Watkins, Dalton Markem, TJ Keeton, Cruz Kizzire, Sam Tidwell, Kane Rushing, Asst Coaches Graham Gillespie and Nathan Tidwell.
Hamilton falls to Fayette Tigers
The Fayette Co. varsity boys defeated the Hamilton Aggies 16-3 on Tuesday, April 8. The Tigers secured a 5-0 win against Hamilton on Thursday, April 10 in game one of a double header. In game two, Fayette grabbed a 5-4 victory over the Aggies.
The Fayette Co. varsity girls defeated Lamar County 11-1 on Monday, April 7. On Tuesday, April 8, the Lady Tigers lost 10-0 against Curry in game one of a double header. In game two, the Lady Tigers fell to Winfield 5-1.
Berry sweeps Brilliant in double header
Senior Night was held on Tuesday, April 8, before the Berry varsity boys took on the Brilliant Tigers. Pictured from left to right: Gage Hill, Noah Morrison and Ace Norris. | Photo by Andrea Hill
The Berry varsity boys defeated the Brilliant Tigers, 10- 0, on Tuesday, April 8, in game one of a doubleheader. In game two, the Wildcats won 5-0 against Brilliant. The Wildcats defeated the Sulligent Blue Devils, 10-8, on Friday, April 11.
The Berry varsity girls secured a 6-3 victory over Brilliant on Monday, April 7. On Tuesday, the Lady Wildcats lost 2-1 to Brilliant. The Wildcats grabbed a 4- 3 victory over Lamar County on Wednesday, April 9. Berry fell 7-4 to the Hubbertville Lions on Thursday, April 10.
Shepherd appointed to town council seat
The council held its regular meeting on Monday, April 7, at town hall. All members were present except for Councilor Charles Tidwell. The meeting began with a prayer led by Councilor Chris Lindsey, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Fayette Water Park adds positions
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting at city hall on Tuesday, April 8. All members were present except for Councilman Jerry Nichols. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Kelcey Hale, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mother and grandfather indicted by grand jury in case of missing toddler
Photo of Wendy Pamela Bailey, left, and John Elton Bailey | Photo courtesy of the Fayette County Jail
A preliminary hearing for John and Wendy Bailey was scheduled for Wednesday, April 9 at the Fayette County Courthouse. Reports indicate that John and Wendy Bailey were indicted by a grand jury. Charges are unknown at this time and a court date will be set at a later time.
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Severe storms cause damage in county
Dodson Circle in Fayette County was partially washed away by swiftly flowing flood waters. | Photo by Fayette County Sheriff Byron Yerby
In the early hours of Saturday, April 5, severe storms swept through Fayette County, leaving a trail of damage in their wake. High winds and heavy rain caused trees to fall, roadways to collapse and widespread flooding across the area. As a result, all Fayette County Schools were delayed two hours on Monday, April 7, due to impassable road conditions.
Parents concerned over relocation plans
Berry High School principal Dr. Kim Williams is shown above giving a tour through the halls of Berry High School. She answered questions from concerned parents and guardians while showing them the classrooms and facilities where sixth grade students would be assigned if the reconfiguration is approved by the board and state.
On Monday, March 31, a meeting was held at the Berry High School gym to inform parents about the potential move of sixth-grade students from Berry Elementary School to the high school.
Vehicle crash results in injury
On Tuesday, April 1, the Fayette Police and Fire Departments responded to a two-vehicle crash on Temple Ave. N., in front of Alabama Credit Union. According to the crash report, the driver of the log truck stated that he approached the 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo but was unable to stop in time, resulting in the collision. The driver of the log truck was transported by Fayette County EMS to Fayette Medical Center for further evaluation.