Outdoor Alabama Weekly: AWF continues Wild Game Cook-Off tradition on Gulf Coast
The Cowin Equipment team celebrates winning Best Overall at the AWF Wild Game Gulf Coast Cook-Off The Alabama Wildlife...
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Having fun, aloha style!
The recent Senior State Master Games drew many participants to the event in Trussville, where seniors competed in a variety...
“Beyond Trials and Tribulations” Apostle Wood celebrates Second Pastoral Anniversary
Apostle Leonard Wood on his 2nd Anniversary The first week of October captured a man of true faith celebrating his second...
Seniors participate in State Master Games earlier this month
Seniors enjoyed their time at the Senior State Master Games recently in Trussville. “I'm going to get the gold,”...
A chat with Morgan Murphy, candidate, for United States Senate
A Navy captain and Afghanistan veteran, Morgan Murphy of Birmingham, is battle-tested.A man of integrity and service, he is...
Qwientiss Mason named to Troy University Chancellor’s List
TROY, AL (10/24/2025) —Qwientiss Mason of Mc Calla, AL, has been named to the Chancellor's List at Troy University for...
SOUTHERN STYLES: It was Lights, Camera, Action at annual Bessemer Public Library Foundation Gala
Di’Ese Hurst and Rickeal Gray(above) The Great Hall at the Bessemer Civic Center was recently transformed into a...
Troy University announces Provost’s List for Term 1
Troy University is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Provost's List for Term 1 of the 2025–2026...
Financial Literacy Workshop held in Bessemer
A “Food, Fun and Financial Literacy” information session was held last Monday, October 27, in Bessemer. The Financial...
Navigate Affordable Housing Partners grant benefits Camp Bessemer
At a recent meeting of the Bessemer City Council it was approved to accept a grant from Navigate Affordable Housing...
Jack-o’-Lanterns and Trick or Treaters scream frightful Halloween
Trick-or-Treat! Tonight the witches, vampires, ghosts and goblins will have a spooky good time as they go door to door...
Remembering Bessemer’s first Black mayor “Mitch: A Man At Large”
Mayor Quitman Mitchell, Jr. Throughout the city we have noticed flags flown at half staff, sadly due to the earthly passing...
2nd Annual Trick or Treat in the Park set for October 31
Bessemer City Councilman Jarvis Collier invites all to the 2nd Annual Trick or Treat event in DeBardeleben Park on Friday,...
Bessemer Fire promotes O’Brien torank of Lieutenant
Lt. Matthew O’Brien Recently, the Bessemer Fire Department promoted Apparatus Operator Matthew O’Brien to the rank of...
Outdoor Alabama Weekly: Ultimate Angler Championship proves Guntersville is best bass lake
Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship holds the trophy as Tucker Smith is congratulated by Senator Steve Livingston...
Graceland turned pink for Breast Cancer Awareness
Jason Knighton recently captured this view of Graceland in Memphis, lit up in pink for October’s Breast Cancer Awareness...
Falling for Festiveness: Bessemer Fall Festival 2025 draws big crowd
Rec Center staff ready for fun.(above) "This is a good way for families to come and enjoy themselves amongst one another,...
Rec Center members celebrate milestone birthday numbers
Ms. Vinson and Ms. Scott share birthday smiles "Am I going to be on TV?" our beloved matriarch exemplified, Bertha Scott,...
Bright Spot in Bessemer: Jess Lanier Manor Mural
It is a wonderful complement to the courtyard at Jess Lanier Manor. A multi-colored landscape mural in shades of blue, pink...
A chat with Pam Kirsch, coordinator, Feed My Starving Children
Children have always been a large part of her life. Pam Kirsch of McCalla has been coordinator for the Feed My Starving...
Bessemer’s Salvation Army Hallelujah Carnival set for Oct. 31
Shane Brinlee and Sgts. Becky and Jim Lahman (above) Witches, devils and Dracula are discouraged from attending the...
ROAR Southern-Style Cookout Casual with Good Food and Company
Mona and Commissioner Jimmie Stephens(above) It was a perfectly beautiful day for a cookout. The outdoor event was hosted...
City enters into agreement with Goodwyn Mills & Cawood, LLC
It has been determined that it is necessary and in the best interest of the public to relocate McCalla Road from the...
Pleasant Hill United Methodist Fall Festival is Oct. 26
Fall Festival treats at Pleasant Hill. Historic Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church in McCalla is again hosting a Fall...
Chamber’s 5th Annual It’s Fall Y’all Fest is Oct. 25
Witches’ ride of Hueytown Make your plans to attend the 5th Annual It’s Fall Y’all Fest on Saturday, October 25, from...
Cpt. Gary Carmichael named Bessemer Police Chief
Chief Gary Carmichael A 33-year veteran of the Bessemer Police Department, Captain Gary Carmichael was recently named...
Turning the Big Blessed 1-0-0: John E. Hunter celebrates a century with family and friends at Mt. Zion Baptist
Mr. John E. Hunter (seated), surrounded by family, during his 100th birthday celebration recently at Mt. Zion Baptist. This...
Breast Cancer Awareness Program is a “Phenomenal Collective”
Dr. Valerie Wood and the “Phenomenal Women.” (Above) "This is the day we show what we do everyday as a sisterhood....
Bessemer Mayor, City Council members show appreciation to employees
Council members pose with city employees(above) This past Monday, City of Bessemer employees were surprised with a day of...
Christmas Village Festival coming in early November to the BJCC
On November 6 - November 9, 2025 The Christmas Village Festival is a long-standing seasonal event with a mix of...
Revival time at Greater Bethel
This upcoming week of October will find the Greater Bethel Church family celebrating their yearly Revival. With the help...
A chat with Janiece Gaines, administrative assistance, Fire Chief, Bessemer Fire Department
She enjoys her work. Janiece Gaines of Bessemer has served as the administrative assistant to Bessemer Fire Chief Kendric...
Moore receives scholarship from Farmers Federation
Jefferson County native and Auburn University student Allie Moore received a scholarship from the Alabama Farmers...
Stanford case will go to Grand Jury
Months after a 3-year-old boy died while in the care of the Alabama Department of Human Resources, the contract worker...
2025 American Conference Tipoff event set to take place in Birmingham October 12-13.
IRVING, Texas – The American Conference will host its 2025 American Tipoff Sunday and Monday, October 12-13 at the...
October Beef Month celebrates 61 years in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is proud to announce the arrival of October Beef Month in...
Colonial Dames XVII Century commemorates Colonial Heritage Month
Front row: Judith Arthur, Elizabeth Gillian and Halcyann Badham, middle row: Lucy Willis, Karen Shallenberg and Linda...
Scenes from September events
The month of October is already here with some of us still not realizing the first Sunday has just passed, still reeling...
Bessemer extends street patching services contract
The Bessemer City Council has approved a resolution extending a street patching project contract for an additional calendar...
ACCS/AAMA open scholarship applications for automotive manufacturing programs available
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) and the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association (AAMA)...
Bessemer Fire Lt. Kyle Roy promoted to Captain
Captain Kyle Roy(above) 15-year veteran, Bessemer Fire Department Lt. Kyle Roy was recently promoted to fire captain at...
Bessemer Fire Dept. sponsors Breast Cancer Drive
Lt. Bobby Horn and Fire Chief Kendric Hughley(above) October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Put yourself first and trust...
Graduation ceremony honors YouthBuild Class of 2025
Linda Pettway, Caleb Corbett and Demeatris Groce (above) The Housing Authority of the City of Bessemer recently honored the...
Thomas has a drive to serve as seen with mobile phlebotomy service
"I wanted to step into independence while still serving the healthcare industry that I love,” is what phlebotomist...
Author Danna Standridge is guest speaker at Hoover Service Club meeting
Danna Standridge and Heather Pierce (above) The Hoover Service Club’s first luncheon meeting and program for the New Year...
Jeff Co.’s first Diverging Diamond Interchange under construction
McCalla - Construction is underway on Jefferson County’s first Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) in McCalla. The $22M...
Malik Temple No. 270 donation benefits Bess. Youth Football League
The Bessemer City Council has accepted a donation from the Malik Temple No. 270 recently at a City Council meeting. The...
Holy Cross Episcopal presents DIO-OLYMPICS Oct. 5
Supporting the youth department and campus ministry in the church is vital to the existence and growth of the church. After...
Carver High School Annual Class Reunion is Oct. 9-11
A memorable weekend is guaranteed for the former graduates of George Washington Carver High School in Bessemer. The George...
Gov. Ivey announces grant to upgrade Vestavia Hills park
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $137,509 grant to assist the city of Vestavia Hills in converting part of a...
“Strokes of Life”: Jefferson County artist’s works accepted in Montgomery art show
The 59th Annual Montgomery Art Guild Regions Bank Exhibition will display some of Alabama's finest artists' works. With the...
Bessemer’s Pink & Purple Stroll & Festivities are Oct. 7
October is Breast Cancer, Domestic Violence and Fire Prevention Awareness Month. The City of Bessemer, the Bessemer Area...
Bessemer Chamber’s 34th Annual Golf “FORE” Progress slated for Oct. 9
Among the most successful fundraisers for most organizations are golf tournaments. They are extremely popular. More than...
BioHorizons supports students this back-to-school season
BioHorizons team members Princess Johnson, Shirley Mincey, and Martin Cooper fill backpacks with school supplies for local...
Bluff Park Art Show returns with 123 artists
HOOVER, Al—The 62nd Annual Bluff Park Art Show will be held on October 4 at the Bluff Park Community Park, 517 Cloudland...
USDA Forest Service, Alabama Forestry Commission collaborate to continue stewardship of National Forests
Montgomery, Ala. – A Master Good Neighbor Agreement (GNA) between the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) and the USDA...
Dean’s, President’s Lists students named for UA Summer 2025 Term
TUSCALOOSA, AL (09/18/2025)-- A total of 473 students enrolled during Summer Semester 2025 at The University of Alabama...
Summer 2025 graduates announced at UA
TUSCALOOSA, AL (09/18/2025)-- Over 1,300 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama's summer 2025 commencement...
SNHU announces Summer 2025 Dean’s List
MANCHESTER, NH (09/09/2025)-- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the...
Hoover City Council receives final analysis of Riverchase Galleria Market Study
Hoover, AL In September 2024, Hoover Mayor Frank Brocato commissioned a study that would evaluate the market feasibility...
Grace Recovery Ministries hosts “Voices of Hope Recovery Rally” on October 18th
Community event aims to break the stigma of addiction and celebrate recovery Calhoun/Cleburne County, AL — Grace Recovery...
Flags Planted, Lives Remembered: Lawson joins statewide Suicide Prevention effort
Lawson State Community College is participating in statewide Suicide Prevention project efforts, including programs...
A chat with Janetta Stewart-Benefield, owner/custodian, New Artistic Creations
New Artistic Creations is located in the Industrial Development Board’s Downtown Business Center on 19th Street in...
Extended lane closure coming for I-20 Westbound bridge repairs
Riverside – ALDOT is preparing for a significant maintenance project on the I- 20 WB bridge over the Coosa River (MP...
Hoover children give ideas on Bluff Park Playground
Who better to ask concerning a playground project than children? Last week, on September 19, the City of Hoover did just...
Bessemer Public Library Book & Bake Sale relaxing, delicious for patrons
A brownie or a chocolate chip cookie goes together deliciously with a good book. It is a wonderful way to spend a Saturday...
City addresses 4th Avenue Estates public nuisance conditions
At a recent meeting of the Bessemer City Council, a resolution was approved authorizing Bessemer Mayor Kenneth Gulley to...
Lawson State supports Veterans Suicide Awareness/Prevention effort
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Support is only a call away. Suicide affects everybody. You are not alone. A call...
Hueytown Chamber 4th Annual Breast Cancer Brunch is Oct. 4
It will be a morning imbued with joy, tears, strength and hope. The 4th Annual Breast Cancer Brunch will be held at North...
62nd Annual Bluff Park Art Show set for Oct. 4 in Hoover
One of 123 artists’ booths at Bluff Park Art Show. See more details inside this edition. The mission of the Bluff Park...
Pastor Williams celebrates Fifth Year Anniversary at Friendship Baptist
"Five Years of Steadfastness" (L-R) Pastor Tony Ware shares warm wishes to 1st Lady Circealtric Williams and Pastor Marvin...
Lace Up for Change: Impact Road Race returns October 4 to Oak Mountain
PELHAM, Ala. – Registration is now open for the 2025 Impact Road Race, happening Saturday, October 4 at the scenic Oak...
Hoover Public Library presents program for authors on Sept. 20
Write Club Presents Gary & Rebecca Minder - September 20, 2025, 10:30 AM at the Hoover Public Library Learn how to...
Bluff Park Art Show returns with 123 artists on October 4
HOOVER, Al—The 62nd Annual Bluff Park Art Show will be held on October 4 at the Bluff Park Community Park, 517 Cloudland...
Hoover Public Library hosting September events
Discover Your Working Genius! Ever wonder why some work energizes you and some drains you? Join Lara Allen of Nonprofit...
Spotlighting Pastor David Wesley Craig
Pastoral. Principled. People Builder. Profound. Prolific. Passionate for Jesus Christ. These are six alliterative...
UA Early College students named to Summer 2025 Director’s List
TUSCALOOSA, AL (09/15/2025)-- For summer semester 2025, 340 University of Alabama Early College students were on the...
SNHU announces Summer 2025 President’s List
MANCHESTER, NH (09/09/2025)-- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the...
Tenille Stephens named to Summer 2025 Dean’s List at Georgia State University
ATLANTA, GA (09/10/2025)-- Tenille Stephens of Pleasant Grove (35127), was named to the Summer 2025 Dean's List at Georgia...
Hueytown City Councilman Anthony Wright wins re-election
“The Wright Choice for a Stronger Future” was the perfect campaign slogan for incumbent Hueytown City Councilman,...
A chat with Victor Olivo, owner/trainer, Obedient Companions K-9 Training, LLC
Originally from Venezuela, Victor Olivo, formerly of Hoover and now Alabaster, connects well with dogs and people. A...
United Way of Central Alabama launches $37.6M campaign with powerful stories of resilience and hope
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA) launched its 2025 annual fundraising campaign with an inspiring...
First Financial Bank celebrates customers at Customer Appreciation Day
Frankly, We Appreciate Our Customers! That is the theme for the quarterly Customer Appreciation Day celebrations hosted by...
Bessemer receives funding from District Paving Grant Program
Much obliged to Jefferson County Commission President Jimmie Stephens for selecting the city of Bessemer for partnership...
“A Wish Come True” Macedonia Baptist donates school supplies to Abrams Elementary
Pastor William E. Scott and Macedonia Church members pose with Ms. Huff's class and Miss Atkins' class. "For over nine...
Greater Bethel brings Health Fair fun last weekend
Pastor Eades and Greater Bethel Church members at their very first Health Fair "We had a great time. People were able to...
Alabama to distribute food to 450 families outside Legion Field
Birmingham, AL — This Hunger Action Month, the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama will distribute food outside Legion...
First Financial to host Financial Literacy Class September 23
Karen Moody, Neil Walker and Effie Williams Today, learning to manage and safeguard your finances requires discipline and...
5th Annual Marvel City Family Fun Fest is September 21
Latasha Williams, Brandi Cook, Bria and Bryson Cook with Sponge Bob DeBardeleben Park in historic downtown Bessemer will be...
Men’s Empowerment meeting held at Pleasant Hill Church
The Men’s Empowerment Group meeting was recently held at Pleasant Hill Church in Bessemer, coordinated by Evangelist Roz....
2025 UAB Medicine GT World Alabama held last weekend
The 2025 UAB Medicine GT World Alabama came to Barber Motorsports Park for an action-packed weekend of GT racing,...
Eleanor Moody elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
BATON ROUGE, LA (09/02/2025)-- Eleanor Moody of Birmingham, Alabama, was recently elected to membership into The Honor...
Jimbo Hall named Catfish Farmer of the Year
For 16 years, Jimbo Hall of Greensboro has been the farm manager of Alabama Catfish, Inc., in Greensboro. The city of...
Ask an Attorney set for September 16 at Hoover Public Library
Ask an Attorney is set for September 16, 2025, at 10 a.m. at the Hoover Public Library Volunteer Lawyers is hosting the...
A chat with Katie Chancellor, board member, Full Circle Rescue and Sanctuary
Her background is in occupational health. Katie Chancellor of Lakeview has been in the occupational health industry for 15...
SOUTHERN STYLES: Local couple travels Virgin Voyages cruise to Mexico and the Bahamas
Virgin Voyages is the “uncruised” cruise ship line that offers a fresh and relaxed environment to your cruise...
Pres. Trump proclaims U.S. Space Command moving to Huntsville
It’s official! President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, that the United States Space Command...
Taylor Electric awarded bid for Lakeshore Pkwy Extension Project
Six companies submitted bids pertaining to the relocation of electrical lines concerning the Lakeshore Parkway Extension...
Hueytown Community Theatre’s upcoming season promised to be entertaining and enriching
The arts make a significant contribution to the life of a city. With an unrelenting passion for the stage, troupers with...
Capt. Chris Bostock promoted to Bessemer Battalion Chief
The Bessemer Fire Department has recently made three in-house shift-operations promotions. The first promotion was made on...
Pastor Wesley set to retire
"Stepping Down, But Not Going Away" Sharing, testifying and giving the Gospel of God for 44 years and as pastor of Greater...