Frog Level scheduling sparks debate
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 8, at city hall, with all members present. Police Chief Danny Jenkins led the meeting with a prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
City of Fayette
Back to School Sales Tax Holiday starts this Friday
Alabama residents can take advantage of the Back to-School Sales Tax Holiday starting 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 18 through midnight Sunday, July 20.
During this time, purchases of certain school-related items will be exempt from state sales tax, though local taxes may still apply.
Eligible items include:
• Clothing priced at $100 or less per item
• Computers, software, and school computer supplies priced up to $750 per purchase (complete packages only) • Books with a sales price of $30 or less
Morgan appointed to city planning commission
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 24, at city hall, with all members present. Judge Merrell Nolen opened the meeting with a prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Liquor license approved for local restaurant
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting Tuesday, May 27, at city hall with all members present. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Rev. Adrian Nottonson, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Waste water facility improvements underway
The Fayette City Council held a public hearing on Tuesday, May 13, to discuss a proposed change to the city’s transportation fare and a zoning change request
March for Jesus set for May 17
March for Jesus participants are shown above at last year’s event. | Aerial photo by Tommy Williams
On Saturday, May 17, community members will gather for the 27th Annual March for Jesus. The March will begin at 9 a.m. at the Fayette Train Depot Museum in downtown Fayette and will conclude with a prayer rally at Fayette First Baptist Church. This year’s theme, inspired by Titus 2:13 — “Looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ”— sets the tone for a powerful day of praise and fellowship. For early marchers, biscuits will be served at 8:15 a.m., and balloons will be handed out at 8:30 a.m. before the event begins.
Council proclaims May as Mental Health Month
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 22, at city hall. All members were present except for Councilman Steve Herring. The meeting began with a prayer 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.
Council presents check to Fayette Elementary
The Fayette City Council presented a $10,000 appropriation to Fayette Elementary School programs and facilities. Pictured from left to right on the front row: Mayor Pro Tem Eddy
Campbell, Fayette Elementary School Principal Matthew Lindsey and Mayor Rod Northam. Pictured on the back row from left to right: Fayette Junior City Council Mayor Sean White, Councilman Tommy Williams, Councilman Jerry Nichols and Councilman Steve Herring.
City considers water park improvements
The Fayette City Council, pictured above, presented a $10,000 appropriation to the Fayette Middle School programs. Pictured from left to right on the back row: Councilman Tommy Williams, Councilman Jerry Nichols, Mayor Pro Tem Eddy Campbell and Councilman Steve Herring; bottom row from left to right: Councilwoman Aliska Hughes-Monroe, FMS FBLA Advisor Tammy Moore, FMS FCCLA Advisor Lee Parson, FMS Guidance Counselor Jackie Roberts and Mayor Rod Northam.