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The Fayette City Council recognized a young local athlete, reviewed monthly financial reports and discussed several upcoming personnel and community projects during its June 9 meeting at City Hall. Mayor Rod Northam called the meeting to order with Councilmen Floyd Rodgers, Cedric Wilson and Steve Herring present. Councilmen Mickey Joe Morgan and Tommy Williams were absent. The meeting opened with recognition of Brodie Duckworth, who recently represented Fayette in the Alabama Park and Recreation Association Track and Field Championships.

The Fayette County Commission recognized the 2026 Class 1A State Champion Hubbertville Lions baseball team and received updates on road projects and state funding during its June 8 meeting. Before beginning regular business, commissioners presented a formal resolution honoring the Lions for capturing the Alabama High School Athletic Association Class 1A State Championship. Commission Chairman Mike Freeman praised the team and the Hubbertville community for its continued success and strong support of student-athletes.

For Fayette County residents looking for a summer adventure close to home, Cullman County offers a unique combination of history, art and natural beauty that can easily fill a day trip. Located a little more than an hour from Fayette, the area is home to one of Alabama’s most unusual attractions, a historic covered bridge and plenty of opportunities to slow down and enjoy a day away without spending a fortune. The first stop on the journey is Ave Maria Grotto, located on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey in Cullman.

Just a few months after local officials warned residents about the growing threat of scams and fraud, a new scheme is raising concerns across Alabama. According to a June 3 alert from AARP Alabama, scammers are now posing as representatives of Publishers Clearing House and using FaceTime calls in an attempt to gain access to victims’ financial accounts. The scam begins with an unexpected phone call, text message, or other communication informing the recipient that they have won a large cash prize or sweepstakes.

The following people have been sentenced in Fayette County Circuit Court this year. The list was compiled from information recently received from the Fayette County Circuit Clerk Office.

• Kristy Darlene Honeycutt, unlawful possession of a controlled substance. Sentenced to 32 months in the custody of the Department of Corrections. Sentence is suspended and defendant placed on three year supervised probation;

A Fayette County man with an extensive criminal history has been sentenced to life in prison following his conviction on multiple felony charges stemming from a 2022 pursuit involving drugs, a firearm and an attempt to flee law enforcement. Matthew Bruce Page, 36, was sentenced June 4 after a Fayette County jury convicted him on April 22 of unlawful possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, failure to affix a tax stamp, certain persons forbidden to possess a pistol and attempting to elude law enforcement officers.

Dinosaurs are taking over the Fayette County Memorial Library this summer. From fossil hunts and dinosaur-themed science experiments to reading challenges and summer camps, library staff have assembled a full schedule of activities designed to keep children reading and  learning throughout the summer months. The library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program, themed “Unearth a Story,” began June 1 and continues through July, offering free programs for children, families and adults.

Residents gathered Saturday, May 30, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the new walking track at the Glen Allen Community Center. The project began in November 2023 when the Glen Allen Town Council voted to construct a walking trail and submitted a grant application to the Fayette Community Foundation to assist with groundwork preparations. 

The Fayette City Council recognized local accomplishments, heard updates on several city projects and approved repairs to storm-damaged facilities during its regular meeting Tuesday, May 26. Councilman Steve Herring was absent. Mayor Rod Northam called the meeting to order following the prayer and pledge led by Robert Townley. The council approved minutes from the previous meeting before recognizing Robert and Ashley Townley for completing the city’s new pollinator garden project near Bill’s Trail downtown.

The Fayette County Board of Education recognized the academic achievements of graduating seniors, approved more than $300,000 in new social studies textbooks and discussed ongoing efforts to improve student achievement and school safety during its May 19 meeting. All board members were present for the meeting. The meeting began with recognition of the 2026 valedictorians and salutatorians from schools across the county. Students shared their plans for college and future careers.