UPDATE: Alert canceled for Fayette teens
UPDATE: The Missing Person Alert for Feleena Ortiz and DeAundrea Heck has been canceled according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Facebook page.
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Fayette Tigers defeat Cordova Blue Devils 26-7
Fayette’s Zamarion Nalls (20) rushes the ball. | Photo by Karli Rushing
The Fayette Tigers traveled to Cordova to face off against the Blue Devils. Fayette won the coin toss and deferred. Cordova received the first kickoff but was forced to punt.
City council discusses plans to improve city
The council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at Fayette City Hall. All council members were present except for Councilwoman Virettia Whiteside. The meeting commenced with a prayer led by Chris Herbert, minister at Fayette First Methodist Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Tommy Williams.
Frog Level Festival promises fun for all
New attractions include this mobile axe throwing cage. | Contributed photo
Get ready for a weekend of fun and festivities at the City of Fayette 2024 Alabama Frog Level Festival and Cruise In! Kicking off on Friday, Oct. 4, the festival opens at 4 p.m. with live music featuring the Alabama Street Band at 4 p.m., followed by Secondhand Luck at 5:30 p.m., and Chase Evan at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, Oct. 5, the excitement continues bright and early at 8 a.m. Enjoy performances by the Bama Dancers at 9 a.m., and don’t miss the thrilling Frog Jumping Contest at 10 a.m. The C+ Band will take the stage at 11:30 a.m..
Fentanyl investigation leads to two arrests
Shown from left to right: Richard Wade Alexander and Alecia Tiffanie Donald | Photo courtesy of the Fayette County Jail
The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Alabama Drug Enforcement Task Force and the Berry Police Department, have charged two Fayette County residents in a fentanyl trafficking case.
Fayette secures 28-7 victory against Haleyville Lions
Fayette County's Wade Jackson (26) and Jacob Paddon (13) combine efforts to bring down the ball carrier as Fayette County hosted Haleyville in area high school football action, Sept. 20. | Photo by Tommy Williams
The Fayette Tigers hosted the Haleyville Lions on Friday at John Morgan Brown Stadium. The Lions received the ball on the kickoff but were forced to punt.
Schools present plans for improving test scores
The Fayette County Board of Education held a budget hearing on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the courthouse annex building board room, followed by the regular scheduled meeting.
Tigers lose 38 - 7 to Fultondale Wildcats
Fayette Quarterback Jake Rickman (10) passes the ball to Zamarion Nalls (20) to gain yardage for the Tigers. | Photo by Chasity Williams
On Friday, Sept. 13, at Fultondale, the Tigers faced off against the Wildcats.
Junkin to make debut at Fayette Arts Festival
Carolyn Junkin’s artwork showcasing a wintery landscape, will be on display at the Fayette Arts Festival on Saturday, Sept. 14. The event will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fayette Civic Center.
Carolyn Junkin will make her first appearance at Fayette’s Arts Festival, showcasing her unique artistic vision. Born in Columbus, Miss., Junkin moved to Reform with her parents at a young age, carrying a deep-rooted passion for art.
Council hears about new plans for festival
The Fayette City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 27, at Fayette City Hall. All council members were present. The meeting commenced with a prayer led by Ann Carsyn Cowart, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance recited by India Sudduth.