The Alabama Beacon

“From the grownups to the kids, this day is a homecoming for our baseball league. We’re here to show our appreciation to the parents and all those who have been willing to make this season spectacular,” Kenneth E. Gulley Rec Center Athletic Coordinator Tim Johnson recently told us. As seasons change and the love of...

905 First Avenue, North is Yard of the Month Worthy

It is one of the prettiest and most well-kept yards in Bessemer. As you drive along First Avenue, North and approach Ninth Street, 905 First Avenue, North catches your eye. The beautiful yard and flower beds qualify the property for an award. Homeowners Kenneth and Dorothy Smith are committed to the ongoing maintenance and beautification...

Green carpet of grass creates an inviting atmosphere

Every homeowner loves a beautiful lawn. Most businesses and churches have front entrances that are visually appealing. These stunning landscapes are the result of an ongoing commitment to proper care and maintenance. If you want to have a beautiful lawn, just ask John Smith of Bessemer. At Second Avenue Beulah Baptist Church in Bessemer, a...

SOUTHERN STYLES: Red, White & Boom CityFest Celebration in Hueytown salutes America’s 250th Anniversary

This signature event in Hueytown will long be remembered as a grand celebration of America’s 250th anniversary of independence. The Hueytown Area Chamber of Commerce and Hueytown Arts Council’s Red, White & Boom CityFest patriotic event was attended by more than 4,000 people. It was a “chamber of commerce day” filled with live entertainment, family...

A chat with Donna Thigpen, Councilwoman, District 4, Bessemer City Council

Bessemer City Councilwoman Donna Thigpen cares deeply about her district and is committed to serving the good people of District 4. First elected to the Bessemer City Council in 2010, she is seeking re-election. Donna has been the broker/partner with Five Star Real Estate, LLC in McCalla since 2014. Pleasant and friendly with an outgoing...

Bessemer’s Municipal Election set for August 25

The candidates seeking public office for not only the Bessemer City Council but also the Bessemer School Board have all qualified. The City of Bessemer’s municipal election will be held on Tuesday, August 25. Polls open at 7 a.m. and will close at 7 p.m. Bessemer City Clerk Wanda Taylor is the Bessemer Municipal Election...

“More Than Basketball” HBCU event slated for July 18-19

“I truly believe Birmingham is sitting on something special, because we have incredible community leaders and people who genuinely care about this city. The HBCU Basketball Association is simply bringing those pieces together,” HBCU BBall Association coordinator Kimberly Meadows recently told us. This coming weekend many will have the opportunity to be a part of,...

New pastor appointed for First Methodist Church of Hueytown

A lifelong Methodist, Pastor Paul R. Wiegert, formerly of Huntsville, has been appointed the new minister of First Methodist Church of Hueytown. His first day on the job was Sunday, July 5. Nearly 100 worshippers welcomed the new pastor at the 10 a.m. service. Pastor Wiegert said, “My wife and I are excited to start...

New roof being installed at historic McAdory House