August 19, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Secretary of State Wes Allen Encourages Alabamians to Visit AlabamaVotes.gov Ahead of August 26th Municipal Elections
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, encourages Alabama voters to visit Alabama’s trusted source for election information, AlabamaVotes.gov, before heading to the polls on August 26, 2025.
“AlabamaVotes.gov makes several important tools available to Alabama’s voters. Before heading to the polls on August 26th, I would encourage Alabama voters to visit our website and verify their voter registration status and polling location,” Allen said. “Voters can also review information on Alabama’s important photo voter ID requirements on AlabamaVotes.gov.”
On election day, polls will be open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters are required to present a valid form of photo identification when voting at their polling place or by absentee ballot.
AlabamaVotes.gov is the trusted, secure source for Alabama election information.
Wes Allen is Alabama’s 54th Secretary of State. The Secretary of State is Alabama’s Chief Elections Official. Additionally, Alabama law gives the Secretary of State more than 1,000 different duties. To learn more about the Secretary of State and his responsibilities and duties visit www.sos.alabama.gov.
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*Secretary of State Wes Allen’s official photograph: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/inline-images/AllenBioHighRes.jpg
*Learn more about photo voter ID requirements or get your free photo voter ID:
https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/photo-voter-id
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City of Reform
"REFORM" IN PICKENS COUNTY, ALABAMA
Possessing one of the most unusual names in United States, REFORM has caused many people to wonder about its origin. Between 1803 and 1812, there was only a rawhide settlement of a few shanties and a saloon that drew a rowdy, mostly male population who emigrated from South Carolina in search of a less law-enforced environment.
Then along came Lorenzo "Crazy" Dow, an eccentric Methodist missionary, who attempted to hold a revival . He met with no encouragement from these early settler who were not very religious meeting in disgust, saddled his horse, mounted it, and was riding away when one of the men shouted to him, "Parson, we haven't a name for our town. What would you suggest?" Showing an aversion for the entire group, Dow replied, "Call it REFORM! Brethren, call it REFORM!" The name REFORM stuck, but it was not actually used in print until 1842 in one of the first newspapers. Newspapers during the time in rural areas usually reprinted news from larger urban areas so that only very little local news was given.
REFORM was incorporated in 1898, the same year that the first railroad came through town. In 1912, reports say that 54 whistles blew in town or near town daily, attesting to the importance of the lumber business in the area. Corn and later, cotton, continued as major agriculture products until after World War II, but our forests have probably been the most influential natural resource to the area.
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At City Hall in City of Reform, we are proud to have a team of dedicated individuals who are passionate about what they do. Our team is committed to providing our residents and business owners with the highest level of service and support.
REMINDER!!!
ATTENTION: WATER DISCONNECTS
Water Bills will be due on Friday, August 15, 2025, and disconnects will start on Thursday, August 21, 2025. You can pay online by clicking on Water Department & Pay Your Bill Online. Auto Payment is now an option you can choose to do online. Talk to Melissa (water clerk) about signing up for Bank Draft.
Please be aware that if you are on the disconnect list you will be charged a $50.00 reconnect fee + your remaining account balance. We NO longer do same day reconnects so once you pay the fee and account balance you will be reconnected on the following business day. We highly encourage you to pay your bill by the due date and no later than the 20th of the month to prevent from being disconnected and charged an additional reconnection fee.
Please contact Melissa (water clerk) if you need to set up a payment plan to pay your water bill.
Tip: You can always reach out to Community Action for help with utility payments, if you have financial challenges. Contact Melissa (water clerk) for help.
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