GROVE HILL — U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell and U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures held a joint town hall meeting at the Clarke County Courthouse on Dec. 8, emphasizing accessibility, bipartisanship and their shared commitment to a county they both represent. Clarke County is the only county in Alabama represented by both Sewell and Figures, a point the lawmakers highlighted as they stressed the importance of meeting face-to-face with constituents and providing updates on federal issues. During the meeting, the representatives outlined the recent accomplishment of securing [post_excerpt] million in federal funding for Jackson Hospital. The discussion centered on four key topics:...

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I heard a quote recently that stopped me in my tracks. It was simple, but it carried more truth than most of us like to admit. When facing a problem, the first step is acknowledging you have one. The second is identifying what is causing it. The third is figuring out how to fix it. But nothing can change until you are willing to admit there is a problem in the first place. That thought stayed with me for days. Everywhere we look — at home, at work, in our neighborhoods, even in our churches — we see unresolved issues....

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I once had a brief thought about calling my column, “Pastor Pat’s Ponderings.” The word “Pondering” means to think about something carefully before reaching a conclusion or making a decision. Pondering is critical in my writing and preaching so long as my ponderings are influenced by the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit’s influence in my pondering is the only thing that I have any business sharing with anyone. Hopefully that influence is always involved in all my activities, but is it? That was something that the Apostle Paul was always conscious of in his activities. If I write something that...

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Pine Hill Mission Food Bank and Outreach hosted its annual Christmas outreach initiative Dec. 4- 7 to served families in need across the area. During the effort, families received toys, clothing, shoes, and other essential items to ensure children and households experienced a joyful and dignified Christmas season. In addition to supporting families facing financial hardship, Pine Hill Mission also extended care to burned out families. These families were provided with comforters, household items, and monetary donations as a source of relief and encouragement. One recipient, Ms. Kilpatrick of Thomasville, expressed heartfelt gratitude for the outreach. Pine Hill Mission would...

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Deeds Dec 4 Marriage License Dec. 1 - 5 Hannah Marie Ellison to Micah Hayden Roberts Octavia Irene James to Jerel Johnathan Williams-Foster Arvis Clyde Lolley to Patricia Moton Jane Bettis James to Donald Steven Cade Earker Robinson to Pamma Denise Williams Madison Jayce Gambol to Johnathan Caleb Vrocher Deeds Dec. 1 - 5 Michael Neal Reid to Erin Elizabeth Jones, Erin Elizabeth Reid (Quit Claim) Bridget Hutto Gunter to Benjamin Michale Elam Davies (Warranty) Vernon E. Duke, Elinor C. Duke to Seth Brennen Labak, Lauren Malone Labak (Warranty) Percy L. Hughes Jr. to Percy L. Hughes, Shanavia (Quit Claim)...

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Sweetwater recently announced Leigh Griffith, as 2025– 2026 SWHS Teacher of the Year! She pours her heart into Sweet Water High School. She is devoted to her students, steady in her leadership and willing to step into roles far beyond the classroom— quietly keeping so many gears turning behind the scenes. Her dedication shapes the school in more ways than most ever see. The school is thankful for her commitment, her consistency and her care for the kids and community. Griffith teaches 8th, 10th and 12th grade social studies at Sweet Water High School. This is her 22nd year in...

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