Coach Mike Davis’s journey from a small-town athlete to a college basketball star, and ultimately a remarkable coach, has left a significant mark on the sport and his community.
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at City Hall, with all members present. The meeting commenced with a prayer led by Austin Olive, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Singer and Songwriter Megan Woods will be making a special appearance in Fayette on June 28, performing live at the Fayette Civic Center. Tickets to see the Christian artist in concert are set to go on sale Feb. 3 and will be available for $10, with all proceeds and donations going directly to Hope’s Choice. For more information, please click here or follow Hope’s Choice on Facebook for upcoming details on how to purchase tickets.
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).
The Fayette varsity girls’ team defeated Gordo, 47-15, on Dec. 19. On Dec. 21, the Lady Tigers faced a tough loss, 51-31, to Sulligent in the WAC Semifinal.
The Fayette varsity boys won 51-24 against Gordo on Dec. 19. However, the Tigers lost to South Lamar, 50-43, on Dec. 21.
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.
