The Marengo County Leader

07/01/2026

ATTENTION: The Leader has been informed that the Freedom on the River event to be held in Demopolis on July 4 will NOT include a children's parade.

06/10/2026

CORRECTION TO INFORMATION PREVIOUSLY PROVIDED:
Farmer's Daughter will be performing at Rockin' On the River in Demopolis on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, not Saturday, June 13. We apologize for the error!

04/23/2026

From The Alabama New South Coalition - Marengo County Chapter:
To all Candidates for Marengo County, on behalf of the Alabama New South Coalition, Marengo County Chapter, we extend a formal invitation to our upcoming special engagement, scheduled for Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
This event is designed to cultivate dialogue between aspiring leaders and the citizenry they endeavor to represent. We aim to provide a platform for you to articulate your core motivations for seeking public office, elucidate the foundational pillars of your platform, and delineate your strategic priorities for the advancement and prosperity of our Marengo County community. Your insights and commitment are invaluable to an informed electorate.
We would be honored by your presence and active participation, offering our community the opportunity to engage with your vision and understanding of the critical issues facing our region.
The event will be held at The Ballroom, 117 East Washington Street, in Demopolis.
The agenda will be structured to ensure a balanced and insightful exchange. Each participating candidate will be allocated a five-minute introductory statement to present their primary platform and key objectives. This will be succeeded by a ten-minute moderated question-and-answer session, facilitating a deeper exploration of your policy stances and responsiveness to community concerns.
In our commitment to fostering a comprehensive and equitable public discourse, invitations for this distinguished forum have been extended to all qualified candidates competing for positions within Marengo County. This approach ensures a diverse and representative array of perspectives for our attendees.
We kindly request your confirmation of attendance by April 24, 2026. Please RSVP by responding to [email protected], or by contacting my cellphone number at 334-216-5079.
All candidates are strongly encouraged to make a donation to ANSC-Marengo Chapter to enhance our voter education and GOTV efforts.
We eagerly anticipate your valuable contribution to this significant civic event and look forward to welcoming you.
Sincerely,
Mary Clayton
President
Alabama New South Coalition - Marengo County Chapter
[email protected]
334-216-5079

04/13/2026

STATEWIDE FIRE ALERT ISSUED
MONTGOMERY -- With worsening drought conditions across the state and low relative humidity, State Forester Rick Oates has issued a statewide Fire Alert effective immediately.
Over the past weekend, 50 wildfires burned more than 2,300 acres of forestland across the state. This includes a 500-acre wildfire in Mobile County, one for 412 acres in Coosa County, one for 382 acres in Choctaw County, one for 260 acres in Washington County, and another one for 105 acres in Escambia County.
In the last 30 days, 387 wildfires have burned approximately 15,850 acres of forestland across the state.
“With no measurable rain in sight, the continued extremely dry conditions create dangerous wildfire behavior,” said Oates. “These conditions create the potential for fires to escape easily and spread rapidly, taking longer and more of the agency’s firefighting resources to contain. Fast-moving wildfires not only destroy property and forests but also threaten the lives of citizens and endanger firefighters.”
The Fire Alert will remain in effect until rescinded by the State Forester, at least through Monday, April 20. Conditions will be reevaluated at that time. Permits for outdoor burning will be restricted only to Certified Prescribed Burn Managers. Anyone who burns a field, grassland, or woodland without a burn permit may be subject to prosecution for committing a Class B misdemeanor.

12/04/2025

FIRE DANGER ADVISORY RECINDED STATEWIDE
As drought conditions across the state improve with recent beneficial rainfall, the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) is rescinding the Fire Danger Advisory for all Alabama counties.
The agency is constantly monitoring conditions and will continue to make recommendations regarding outdoor burning to ensure the safety of Alabama’s forestland and citizens.
The AFC continues to urge anyone conducting outdoor burning to follow safety recommendations, including not leaving a fire unattended until it is out (cold to the touch), having the necessary equipment and personnel to control the fire, and having a garden hose or other water supply on hand for smaller debris burns. The agency also recommends exercising extreme caution and staying informed about local weather updates due to the potential for windy conditions this time of year.
Any prescribed fire applied to naturally occurring vegetative fuels for ecological, silvicultural, agricultural, or wildlife management purposes under specified environmental conditions requires a permit from the AFC. Burn permits can be obtained by calling (800) 392-5679 and are available at no charge. Anyone who burns a field, grassland, or woodland without a burn permit may be subject to prosecution for committing a Class B misdemeanor.

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