LaFayette Sun
Cops say rodents, malnutrition contributed to woman’s death
Police say a roach infestation at a Valley home was a contributing cause to an elderly woman’s death. The woman’s husband and daughter have now been arrested on neglect and manslaughter charges. Walter Alfred Hawkins, 74, and Christy Lee Hawkins, 45, were arrested in Valley.Police said Janice Ramsey Hawkins, 72, was found dead in the Read More…
Two LaFayette schools celebrate last day of school as they close for good
By Jody Stewart While some schools in our area are busy gathering for graduation and celebrating with their students and their families, there are two schools in our community where facility, staff, students and their families are gathering for another occasion. Five Points Elementary School and J.P. Powell Middle School bells will ring for the Read More…
Obituary-Terri Angela Peckham
Terri Angela Peckham, 61 of Valley, passed away Friday, May 20, 20222 at her home surrounded by her family. A visitation will be Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at Faith Evangelistic Church beginning at 6:00 p.m. EST until 8:00 p.m. EST. A funeral service will be 4:00 p.m. EST Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at Faith Evangelistic Read More…
Suspend gas tax for price relief
By Mike WilcoxPublisherThe price for a gallon of gasoline has gotten out of hand. In the last two weeks it has risen by more than $1 for both gasoline and propane. Economists and others in the know claim the increases won’t stop. They expect gasoline to be over $5 a gallon by midsummer.The price of Read More…
Three people I consider heroes
Elon Musk, Robert Kennedy Junior and Franklin Graham are three people I admire the most. Each is of a different political persuasion. Each has a different mission in life. But all three are doing the best they can to make a positive difference in our world.I was a big fan of Elon Musk, before it Read More…
Lady Rebels finish fourth in playoffs
By Tanya LovelaceThe Lady Rebels went two for three on the first day of the state playoffs. The Lady Rebels beat Patrician 5-2. The Lady Rebels got the lead in the first inning when Patrician walked two and MaKayla Foster hit a double on a line drive to left field. The Rebels wouldn’t score again Read More…
Obituary: Jimmie Sue Smith Hill
Jimmie Sue Smith Hill, 78, of Valley, Alabama passed away at East Alabama Medical Center – Lanier on May 16, 2022. Jimmie Sue is survived by her daughter Constance Hill (Tony Poole) of LaGrange, Georgia; son, Michael Hill of Cusseta, Alabama; and daughter, Brandi Hill Worthy (Larry Sands) of Lanett, Alabama; granddaughters, Shannon Duncan of Read More…
Obituary: Mr. John Thomas (Moon) Tucker Jr.
Mr. John Thomas (Moon) Tucker, Jr., 57, of Roanoke died Sunday, May 15, 2022 at his residence. Graveside services will be held Saturday, May 21, 2022 at Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery, Roanoke at 2:00 p.m. (CST) with Rev. Calvin Trammell officiating. Public viewing will be at Vines Funeral Home, Friday, May 20, 2022 from 2:00 Read More…
LaFayette citizens, businesses support Main Street
For months now private citizens and business owners have been meeting in LaFayette’s historic district at different locations with one goal in mind, to score a Main Street Designation. Ansley Emfinger from the Chambers County Development Authority explained the group’s goal “Vision LaFayette is seeking a Main Street Alabama designation for LaFayette. As a community Read More…