Water worries will soon be a thing of the past for part of Pickens County
It's being touted as the largest public works project for the city of Reform in more than 50 years. On Thursday, Jan. 5 city officials broke ground on its…
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UPDATE: Reform residents should have running water Saturday
UPDATE: Residents in Reform will have something to celebrate besides the new year. The city should have running water fully restored Saturday. Mayor Melody Davis said the city's two water tanks are almost full. Once the tanks are full water…
24th District DA's Office: Board games initiative a huge success
First-graders around Pickens County are bringing home a major source of family fun this week, as the 24th Judicial District District Attorney's Office hands out board games for students. Donors contributed a total of 220 games alongside cash donations, and…
Bright Spots: Carrollton residents seek out Sneaky the Elf
It's not Christmas yet, but Pickens County residents are already getting in on some festive fun. "This little ole town is just a small town with a big heart," said…
Pickens County has new sheriff, new state representative after Tuesday election
It was a full ballot for voters in Pickens County Tuesday. Voters in Pickens County and in Northport chose a new representative for House District 61. Republican Rob Bolton won this race over Libertarian Damon Pruet. Bolton said he's excited…
Pickens County leaders plead case for hospital reopening in Montgomery
Efforts continue to secure funding to reopen the Pickens County Medical Center. Mayors of cities in Pickens County were told they'd need to collect at least 5,000 signatures to score a…
Pickens County hosting VA Medical Center 'Mission Possible' open house
The Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center and Alabama Department of Public Health are hosting an open house promoting telemental health services to veterans at the Pickens County Health Department in Carrollton on Tuesday. The "Mission Possible" program ensures veterans in Pickens…
Gordo, Pickens County Ready for Next Chapter In 8-Mile War Rivalry
By WVUA-23 Sports Reporter Jack Hutchens If you travel westbound down Highway 82 from Tuscaloosa, and you'll find a high school football rivalry unlike any other. It's…
Pickens County hires school resource officers
Students in Pickens County are safer than ever now that the school system's hired school resource officers for a good portion of its schools. "My job is to become part of…
Organizations collecting board games for Pickens County first graders
Board games bring families together, even if it's Monopoly. This year, the Helping Families Initiative in Alabama and 24th District Attorney's Office are teaming up so families can experience that joy together. The Family First - Board Game Drive is…
Aliceville hosts discussion with business leaders targeting growth
Aliceville in Pickens County is seeking growth, but that's not likely to happen if businesses aren't on board. On Tuesday, business leaders from around the city came together at Aliceville…
Pickens County Schools hosting back to school rally
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyle Hamrick With five days left before school starts, Pickens County Schools will host a back-to-school rally tomorrow, Wednesday, Aug. 3 with a keynote speaker and resources to start the year right. The "Just Be"…
Pickens County in critical condition two years after ER closed
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyle Hamrick A mosaic placed before Pickens County Medical Center’s entrance declares the hospital’s motto: “People caring for people.” The signs on the glass doors above, however, convey a less hopeful message: “Hospital…
Here's who's on the ballot in the June runoff
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyle Hamrick Sample ballots for the primary runoff election on Tuesday, June 21 are available now on the Alabama Secretary of State's Office website. According to a press release, Secretary of State John Merrill certified…
Pickens County jailer arrested, charged with custodial sexual abuse
A Pickens County correctional officer has been charged with 16 counts of custodial sexual abuse. A recent investigation found evidence of sexual conduct between Pickens County Jail employee Marquita Booker, 28, and an inmate being housed at the Pickens County…
Mule Day returns to Gordo this weekend
Mule Day and Chickenfest is back in downtown Gordo this weekend, offering family-friendly fun, shopping from local makers and plenty of Southern charm. The event is happening Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2…
Alabama Primary Election - Pickens County Roundup
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyle Hamrick Here's who Pickens County elected to represent them in the June 21 primary and the Nov. 8 general election. Incumbent Todd Hall and challenger Jordan Powell will head to a runoff for Pickens…
Habitat offering roof repair assistance for qualified homeowners
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyle Hamrick Do you need a new roof? Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa is looking for qualifying families in Tuscaloosa and Pickens counties who need roof work…
Ivey visits Pickens, Greene counties Tuesday
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey visited Pickens and Greene counties Tuesday, highlighting some of Alabama's best outdoor resources. Ivey started her day at Cooper Marine and Timberlands in Pickens County.…
Pickens County school chosen in Adopt-A-School program
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyrsten Eller Adopt-A-School has officially reached another county in West Alabama as Alabama One Credit Union is adopting a school in Pickens County. Alabama One and Pickens County College and Career Center is the first…
Pickens County first responder reacts to high fuel prices
PICKENS COUNTY - Sky high gas prices are fueling problems for people everywhere, including local first responders. "That is a problem you know," Pickens County Sheriff Todd Hall said. "We do hope they will recover. How quickly that will happen…
1 killed in two-vehicle Pickens County crash Monday
A man from Aliceville is dead in the wake of a two-vehicle crash Monday morning in Pickens County. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Alabama Highway 17 near the 197-mile marker, about 2 miles south of Carrollton. Anthony L.…
Pickens County authorities seek suspect in Sunday double murder
Police in Reform are still searching for answers after two men were found shot to death at a home on Fifth Street Southwest Sunday evening. Pickens County investigators identified the victims as 23-year-old Qualyin Smith of Columbus, Mississippi, and 27-year-old…
