Fayette County

A Fayette man has been arrested and charged with animal cruelty following reports from various dog owners. The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office launched an investigation after receiving complaints about cruelty/abuse at “Simmons Banded Retrievers,” where a chocolate Labrador named “Remi” was attending obedience training. Reports show that the business is owned and operated by Lacey Simmons.

On Friday, Sept. 6, the Fayette Police Department responded to reports of a two-vehicle crash on 2nd Ave. N.E.

On Saturday, organizers and community members celebrated the unveiling of Magnolia Ranch. The goal of Magnolia Ranch is to provide forever homes for children who have no one willing or able to care for them. Board members expressed their desire to create a peaceful, Godly, and excellent environment that will give children the opportunity to break the cycle and change the trajectory of their lives. The Magnolia Run will be held on November 9, and the Magnolia Gala, featuring guest speaker Brodie Croyle, will take place on February 2, 2025.

The 54th Fayette Arts Festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Fayette Civic Center/Art Museum located at 530 Temple Ave. N. in Fayette.

On Thursday around 12:30 a.m., the Fayette Police Department responded to a motorcycle accident that resulted in serious injuries. According to the FPD, the motorcyclist was traveling on Hwy 171 N., near Co. Rd. 80, when the 2024 Yamaha YZF-R7 left the roadway, encountered gravel, and struck the face of a guardrail. The victim, Jordan Alexander Driver, who is an officer with the Carbon Hill Police Department, was airlifted by EMS Air and transported to UAB, reports show. His condition is unknown at this time.