By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary Alabama is car country. Legends have been born here. Names like Bobby Allison, Neil Bonnett and Red Farmer were all born, bred and raced in their home... Read more
By Crystal McGough, Editor PINSON – This Valentine’s Day, or as some like to call it, “Singles Awareness Day,” the Pinson Valley Arts Council has put together a special night just for the si... Read more
By Crystal McGough, Editor TRUSSVILLE – When the Philpot family moved back home to Alabama in February 2020, after spending years serving in ministry in Virginia, they were excited for the o... Read more
By Crystal McGough, Editor PINSON – Pinson Trade Days founder Patti, of Patti’s on Main Street Flea Market and Consignment Shop, has announced that she’s planning to host an “Amateur Talent... Read more
Doyle Farrell Chaney was born in West Point, Alabama on November 14, 1933. He always considered West Point in Cullman County his home, and was called “Pie” Chaney by those who kn... Read more
James Edward King, age 86 of Ohatchee, AL passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5, 2024. He was born July 5, 1937 in Arab, Alabama to Grady and Flossie King. He graduated from Arab High... Read more
Rhett Christopher Len, age 52, of Birmingham, Al passed away on January 6, 2024. Rhett was a self employed musician that enjoyed spending his time hiking through beautiful scenery. He is p... Read more
Constance “Connie” Patterson Gilmer passed away on January 6, 2024, at the age of 76, in Gulf Shores, Alabama. She was born in Birmingham, Alabama. Connie was a beloved wife, mot... Read more
Patsy Ann Payton, age 80, of Chilton County, AL passed January 8, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Archie and Lucile Baker on May 12, 1943. Patsy could ofte... Read more
Sean of the South: Good Old Days
By Sean Dietrich, Sean of the South Commentary We were in an old feed store. Granddaddy and me. Wooden floors. Sacks of Purina cattle feed. Old men, sitting around, jawing. There was actuall... Read more