SSA marks 70th anniversary of Disability Insurance program
The Social Security Administration (SSA) celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program, marking the agency’s commitment to supporting Americans with disabilities. SSDI was enacted on August 1, 1956, when President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Social Security Amendments of 1956. Since then, SSDI has become a cornerstone of our nation’s... Read More
Sydney Morris earns $1,000 Alfa Foundation Scholarship
Sydney Morris of Kimberly was recently selected as one of 100 recipients of the 2026-27 Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program. Morris, a freshman at Southern Union State Community College, received $1,000 to use toward tuition, fees, books or supplies. Since 2014, the Alfa Foundation has awarded $1.25 million to deserving students through its scholarship program, which... Read More
Jackson Stanford earns $1,000 Alfa Foundation Scholarship
Jackson Stanford of Gardendale was recently selected as one of 100 recipients of the 2026-27 Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program. Stanford, a freshman at Gadsden State Community College, received $1,000 to use toward tuition, fees, books or supplies. Since 2014, the Alfa Foundation has awarded $1.25 million to deserving students through its scholarship program, which is... Read More
School Board, Dist. 5 incumbent Margie Varner seeks re-election
Margie Varner has been the Bessemer School Board, Dist. 5 representative since 2022. She believes that education is the heartbeat of every successful community. Varner is seeking re-election because the children deserve strong schools, responsible leadership, transparent government and board members who are willing to ask the tough questions necessary to protect students, employees and... Read More
Bessemer Chamber’s 35th Annual An Evening of Honor is August 13
Enjoy the music of a live band with a cocktail as you mingle at the Bessemer Civic Center wearing your denim and pearls or denim and a tie. The 35th Annual An Evening of Honor sponsored by the Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce will take place on Thursday, August 13, from 5 to 7 p.m.... Read More
SOUTHERN STYLES: Birmingham SAR hosts American Revolution Patriot Grave Marking Ceremony
A grave marking service is a significant and solemn occasion. Several weeks ago, the Birmingham Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, SAR hosted a patriot grave marking ceremony in Hueytown. The cemetery at historic Bethlehem United Methodist Church on Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive is the final resting place for American Revolution Patriot the Rev. Capt. James... Read More
Councilwoman Donna Thigpen, District 4, running for re-election
Bessemer City Councilwoman Donna Thigpen, District 4, believes that her experience, proven record of service and commitment to District 4 make her the best person to continue serving the good people of District 4. As she seeks re-election, Councilwoman Thigpen thanks the voters for their trust, support and the opportunity to continue serving the community.... Read More
A chat with Traci Ware, First Lady, City of Hueytown
Traci Ware, wife of Hueytown Mayor Steve Ware, is his better half. They have been married for 37 years. She is committed to supporting and encouraging her husband. She stands by him. A friendly, outgoing personality, Traci is a native of Salt Lake City and was raised in Vancouver, Washington. This remarkable lady has been... Read More
Lawson State College Cougar Fest is August 8
Lawson State Community College serves more than 3,500 students annually. The annual Cougar Fest, sponsored by Lawson State College, will take place on Saturday, August 8, starting at 11 a.m. and ending at 3 p.m. The community give-back event will be held at the college’s Birmingham campus at 3060 Wilson Road, SW. Dr. Cynthia T.... Read More
A chat with Cortez Darris, Jr., master fabricator, Limitless Kustoms
Born in Chicago, Cortez Darris, Jr. moved to Bessemer with his family in 1995. As a child, he would follow his dad around the garage with a wrench in one hand and a baby bottle in the other. By the time he was a teenager, he was very much interested in cars and trucks. Over... Read More