A chat with fathers, about Father’s Day
Father’s Day is June 21 this year. It’s just around the corner. I decided to talk with several fathers and get their... Read More
Rebecca Roy named to Marion Military Institute Dean’s List
Rebecca Roy of Pelham, a graduate of Pelham High School, completed the Marion Military Institute Spring 2026 semester on the college’s Dean’s... Read More
SOUTHERN STYLES: Galleria Woods Retirement Community hosts Senior Olympics
It has been a tradition at Galleria Woods to host a Senior Olympics event. The month of May has always been conducive... Read More
Bessemer Municipal Elections Qualifying June 9-23
The Bessemer City Council has established the qualifying dates for the city’s upcoming municipal elections this summer. The municipal elections will be... Read More
Jess Lanier HS Class of ’76 plans 50 Year Celebration Luncheon
50 years! It passes in a blink. It will be an afternoon filled with grand memories, sharing special stories, and simply reminiscing... Read More
Bessemer Councilman Stephens supports teacher appreciation programs
A resolution authorizing the expenditure of funds from Bessemer City Councilman Teco Stephens’ District Five Discretionary Fund Account was recently approved by... Read More
Midfield police nab PREP Center escapee on Bessemer Super Highway; man was driving vehicle stolen in Selma
Midfield police arrested one of four inmates who escaped a Perry County state facility last weekend after officers spotted a stolen vehicle... Read More
Hueytown West Rock Mountain Nature Preserve opens to public
The city of Hueytown proudly promotes itself as a “Small City with a Big Heart.” Along with that big heart is a... Read More
Police Officer Bessant retires from force after 25 years
Morgan Bessant, James Bessant, Abel Huett, Doug Bessant and Gerald Bessant (above) The employees at Bessemer City Hall will miss Bessemer Police... Read More
Bernice Payne Morrison
Bernice Payne Morrison, 97, of Akron, passed away on May 25, 2026, at Forest Manor Health and Rehab. Services were held on... Read More