Mayor Dexter Hinton

Marion residents speak out about water and sewage issues

George McDonald,
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by George McDonald

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Ongoing water problems in the city of Marion have some residents there demanding answers from their city leaders. Residents are getting fed up with how long it’s taking for the city’s water and sewer issues to get fixed. The city has received $3.7 million dollars in grants to help address the issue. “At the very…

Partnership Aims to Build Up Marion Police Department

George McDonald,
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by George McDonald

From the West Alabama Newsroom– A transformation is underway at the Marion Police Department. The city council appointed a new police chief — in addition to adding another officer to the force. First and foremost new police chief Damian Steele will focus on improving community policing. Along with increasing patrols around the city. “We going to bridge the gap between…