Pleasant Grove prison employee arrested on drug charges
An Alabama state prison officer has been arrested on drug and contraband charges. Markia Sherie Smith, 27, of Pleasant Grove, is charged... Read More
Therefore, Let Us Be Joyful and Sing to God Alleluia
The greatest and most historic event was when Jesus Christ died on the cross. We celebrate with joy the day of the... Read More
Hueytown High School Alumni Picnic set for April 11
A high school alumni picnic always makes for a fun weekend. It is a wonderful occasion to see former classmates and visit... Read More
Primary election set for May 19; voter registration deadline is May 4
Jefferson County voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, to cast ballots in the Alabama statewide primary election. Key... Read More
Former DHR contract worker indicted in 3-year-old’s hot car death
A former DHR contract worker has been indicted in the 2025 hot car death of a 3-year-old boy in her care. A... Read More
Bessemer native Gucci Mane kidnapped and robbed
Nine people, including rappers Pooh Shiesty (Lontrell Williams Jr.) and Big30 (Rodney Wright Jr.), have been charged in federal court with kidnapping... Read More
Ribbon cutting for Little Seed Library at Aldridge Gardens is April 10
The purpose of a seed library is simple: Sharing. Everything is all free for the taking. Grand Opening Ceremony On Friday, April... Read More
Hueytown Chamber 2nd Annual Job Fair will be April 14
Come dressed for success! The 2nd Annual Job Fair in Hueytown will be a multi-employer job and career fair, offering a premier... Read More
Community Plant and Seed Swap will be April 11
There will be a Community Plant and Seed Swap on Saturday, April 11, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Siloam Baptist Church,... Read More
Oak Grove Augustine plans ‘Gospel Explosion’ fundraiser May 16
Oak Grove Augustine Baptist Church will host a Gospel Explosion Fundraiser on Saturday, May 16, at the Selma Convention Center, 211 Washington... Read More