ATM at Alabama One Credit Union
By Donna Bain
Staff Writer
Pickens County Herald’s delivery van and an EMA truck were stolen early on Friday, March 3, 2023.
Police Chief Anthony Durrah explained how the vehicles were used to attempt to steal Alabama One’s ATM machine in Carrollton.
Kristin Faulkner Owner of Miss Kay's Bakery
By Donna Bain
Staff Writer
Miss Kay’s Bakery and More will soon open its doors in the old bail bondsman building beside City Hall in Carrollton. Kristin Faulkner, an Ohio native, is the new owner. She and her husband have lived in Carrollton for about a year. Faulkner has been working at the sheriff’s department, but has resigned to open the new bakery.
Redeemed Worship Performing Photo by Donna Bain
By Donna Bain
Staff Writer
Amedisys Staff and Mayor Walker Gather for Ribbon Cutting
By Felicity Holman
Managing Editor
Carrollton releases balloons to honor Veterans for Memorial Day.
By Donna Bain
Staff Writer
On Wednesday, May 25, 2022, the Town of Carrollton took time during lunch to celebrate Memorial Day at the new Happy Acres Pavilion. The program began with a welcome by Mayor Mickey Walker, a prayer by Brother Jerry Robbins, and the National Anthem, which was sung by Tammy Hall. Patriotic music was played, and veterans were honored for their service.
Citizen asks commissioners about road fix.
By Kandis Snyder
Managing Editor
CARROLLTON-The Pickens County Commission meeting was called to order on May 24, 2022 by Chairman Jerry Fitch. Commissioner Bobby Ingram was not present at the meeting.
Before the call of roll and to approve the agenda, public comments from citizens was made by Marylin Saxton to discuss problems in concerns of the road on Hidden Acres Drive in the area that she lives.
Roger Lee, Nelda Lee, Horace Lee, Jr., Mayor Mickey Walker (not pictured Lyndall “Winky”Lee)
By Donna Bain
Staff Writer
CARROLLTON-The pavilion in Carrollton held its Grand Opening on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, honoring the Horace Lee Family. The pavilion was named after the family farm which is called Happy Acres Farm. After Horace and Faye Lee retired, Faye was trying to name their farm.
County Commission discusses purchases and contracts during meeting.
By Felicity Holman
News Correspondent
CARROLLTON- The Pickens County Board of Commissioners meeting was held on May 5, 2022. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Jerry Fitch.
A motion was made by Commissioner Mark Gray to approve the payables and to adjust the claims listings in new business. Commissioner Drew Elmore seconded the motion, and it was approved.
Pickens County Commission hires Suzanne Pearson as Accounting Assistant
By Felicity Holman
News Correspondent
CARROLLTON- The Pickens County Board of Commissioners meeting took place on April 26, 2022. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Jerry Fitch.
A motion was made by Commissioner Mark Gray to approve the consent agenda as well as to reschedule the May 10, 2022, Commission Meeting to May 5, 2022, at 11:00 AM. Commissioner Bobby Bain seconded the motion, and it was approved.
