Fayette

Local business welcomes Fred Hunter

Scrap Iron Quilting welcomed a special guest on Thursday, April 24. Fred Hunter, known for hosting Absolutely Alabama, a television series dedicated to sharing the unique stories of people and places across the state, visited to explore the history and legacy behind the business. Pictured above from left to right: Kevin Worthington, Rebecca Devenuta, Tirzah Devenuta, Thad Campbell, Phyllis Campbell, Fred Hunter, Lisa Bryant, Linda Rushing, Jackie Moore and Janet Moss.

Megan Woods to perform in Fayette


Megan Woods | Contributed photo

Singer and Songwriter Megan Woods will be making a special appearance in Fayette on June 28, performing live at the Fayette Civic Center. Tickets to see the Christian artist in concert are set to go on sale Feb. 3 and will be available for $10, with all proceeds and donations going directly to Hope’s Choice. For more information, please click here or follow Hope’s Choice on Facebook for upcoming details on how to purchase tickets.

MLK Annual Commemoration march held

The Annual Commemoration March celebrating the life and legacy of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. took place on Monday, Jan. 20. The event started at the Fayette County Courthouse, where Rev. Kelcey Hale led scripture and prayer, followed by Bro. Milborn Savage leading the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem. Mayor Rod Northam welcomed the participants, and Rev. Charlie Humphreys explained the purpose of the march. Before the march began, Junior City Council Mayor Sean White led a prayer.

Retirement marks end of an era for Nolen family



Theron Nolen recently celebrated his retirement and is pictured here with his nephew, Jack Nolen, III. (left) and brother, Merrell Nolen (right).

Theron Nolen’s recent retirement marks the end of a distinguished chapter in the history of the Nolen & Nolen Law Firm, a practice that has been a cornerstone of Fayette County’s legal community for more than seven decades. Founded by Theron’s father, the firm has been a continuation of a family legacy passed down through generations.

FCHS teams win one, lose one


Fayette's Will Jackson (4) evades an attempted block from a Gordo player.

The Fayette varsity girls’ team defeated Gordo, 47-15, on Dec. 19. On Dec. 21, the Lady Tigers faced a tough loss, 51-31, to Sulligent in the WAC Semifinal.

The Fayette varsity boys won 51-24 against Gordo on Dec. 19.  However, the Tigers lost to South Lamar, 50-43, on Dec. 21.