Bessemer man killed during Birmingham robbery
A homicide investigation is underway in Birmingham following a shooting Friday afternoon. According to authorities, police officers were called to the Intown Suites on Commons Drive around 4 p.m. Friday. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as 20-year-old Donavan Reid Hanberry of Bessemer. The coroner’s office says Hanberry was shot during a... Read More
A chat with Dr. Jaxson Dangerfield, chiropractor, Pillar Chiropractic and Rehab, LLC
Dr. Jaxson Dangerfield of McCalla selected Hueytown for his practice in order to meet the chiropractic needs of the community. Pillar Chiropractic was opened in 2024 by Dr. Brad Russell and Dr. Rod Sones. The practice of chiropractic has long been misunderstood. However, today it is recognized as a viable treatment. A pleasant fellow, Dr.... Read More
SOUTHERN STYLES: Hueytown Community Theatre’s homespun comedy Dearly Beloved thrills audiences
The delightful comedy Dearly Beloved will immediately evoke memories of growing up in the South; for many, their own southern hometowns. The Hueytown Community Theatre recently presented the hit comedy, which was performed at the Hueytown Family Recreation Center on Hueytown Road. Katsy Sellers is chairman of the Hueytown Community Theatre committee. Featuring many unforgettable... Read More
HCSD reports arrests for doxing, child support, FTA
Arrests 06-01-2026 Courtney Laquinn Hurt, 42, Moundville, was arrested for two counts of failure to appear. 06-04-2026 Kaley Anne Lee, 36, Greensboro, was arrested for doxing. 06-05-2026 Anthony Dwayne Hale, 40, Greensboro, was arrested for failure to appear. 06-06-2026 Aaron Wade Hogan, 41, Greensboro, was arrested for probation violation. Austin Wade Johnson, 23, Moundville, was... Read More
Bessemer enters into construction agreement with State of Alabama
At a recent meeting of the Bessemer City Council, a resolution was approved authorizing the Mayor of the City of Bessemer to enter into a construction agreement with the State of Alabama, acting by and through the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), for a federal-aid transportation project. The construction project is known as the McCalla... Read More
Reproduction Revolutionary War era cannon rebuilt by RC3 School
Today, the rebuilt reproduction Revolutionary War-era cannon, carriage, and trail stands guard at the Concord Bridge at the American Village. Nearly seven months ago, the American Village delivered the cannon and carriage to the RC3 School in Hoover. It was in need of rebuilding. RC3 is an acronym for Riverchase Career Connection Center, which is... Read More
RN Pam Holley receives Daisy Award from UAB Medical West
Every day, nurses go above and beyond to provide patients and their families with excellence in clinical care while offering compassion and support. Recently, UAB Medical West presented the DAISY Award to RN Pam Holley, an employee at UAB Medical West. Holley was nominated by both staff and patients for providing exceptional care to patients.... Read More
Performance set for this weekend at DJD Theater
This coming weekend, Jefferson County residents will be in for a treat via Southern Dance Works. Set to begin at 7:00 p.m. Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Dorothy Jemison Day Theater at Birmingham’s ASFA, this performance will showcase contemporary choreography, original music, spoken text, and visual elements that are sure to create a... Read More
Battle of the Badges Softball Game is June 13
Even though it is not officially summer yet, a highly competitive softball game will take place tomorrow. Who will win? The 2026 Battle of the Badges Softball Game is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, at 2 p.m. The best two out of three games will be played between the Bessemer Fire Department and the Bessemer... Read More