July 20, 2026

Every homeowner loves a beautiful lawn. Most businesses and churches have front entrances that are visually appealing. These stunning landscapes are the...

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...

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...

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...

“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...

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....

New roof being installed at historic McAdory House

After nearly ten years of deterioration, the historic McAdory House on Eastern Valley Road is finally receiving a new front porch roof....

Cherry Young

Cherry Young, 68, of Uniontown, died July 10. She was born August 16, 1957. Cherry touched many lives with her warmth, strength,...

Forum to examine data center impacts in area