Alabama Sunshine, pictured above, was featured in the 12th edition of Made in America Gift Guide which highlights local businesses across all 50 states.
Alabama Sunshine was a hot topic in this year’s holiday gift spotlight. The business was featured in the 12th edition of Made in America Gift Guide for its locally grown, Southern‑made sauces.
The Fayette County Community is celebrating a milestone as the Fayette Medical Center Hospital announces the addition of a state-of-theart rural health clinic and new physician offices.
The charred remains of a home in the White’s Chapel community, belonging to Tommy and Donna Turner, are seen above after a devastating fire on Sunday, Dec. 14. | Photo by Gina Lynn
Ernest Alford Cargile | Photo courtesy of the Fayette County Jail
A Fayette County Grand Jury has indicted Ernest Alford Cargile, 67, of Fayette, on 11 counts of possession of child pornography of obscene matter of a person under 17. His bond was set at $1,102,000 on Oct. 10. According to court documents, on Nov. 20, Cargile entered pleas of not guilty and not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect.
Dana Mullins Anderson | Photo courtesy of the Fayette County Jail
A Fayette County grand jury has indicted Dana Mullins Anderson, 63, of Fayette, on 15 counts of first‑degree theft of property. The charges stem from an alleged long‑term theft at Garry W. Magouirk, MDPC, where Anderson allegedly served as office manager since 2011.
Zachary Seth Grace | Photo courtesy of the Fayette County Jail
In October 2024, multiple church burglaries were reported to the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office.
The investigation initially led to the arrest of Jeanee Kay Vick, 50, who was charged with multiple counts of third-degree burglary, fourth-degree theft of property, third-degree forgery and criminal mischief on Nov. 7, 2024.
According to FCSO Investigator Branndon Collins, a second suspect, Zachary Seth Grace, 30, was identified as a participant in the burglaries.
The Fayette County Board of Education held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at the courthouse annex building boardroom. The meeting began with a prayer led by District Six Portia Stowe followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by District Two Board Member Tierre Agnew. District Four Board Member Brenda Webb called the meeting to order with all members present.
Fayette Police responded to several traffic accidents last week. Pictured above is the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche that was involved in a single-vehicle crash on Co. Rd. 16 where the driver was airlifted to UAB for their injuries.
The Fayette County Commission held its regular meeting on Monday, Nov. 10, at the Fayette County Courthouse Annex Building. The meeting opened with a prayer led by District One Commissioner Brad Cox, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Commission Chairman Mike Freeman called the meeting to order, with all commissioners present.
