August 2026

Birmingham Republican Ammie Akin won her party’s nomination for Alabama’s 7th Congressional District in the Aug. 11 special primary, carrying Hale County...

Dr. Vaughn Poe Named to 2026 CSG Henry Toll Fellowship Class

23 Aug 2026

Alabama Real Estate Commission Executive Director Dr. Vaughn T. Poe is one of 47 public servants selected by The Council of State...

Every Bessemer City High graduate promised at least $10,000 for college

Every graduate of Bessemer City High School for the next four graduating classes will be offered at least $10,000 toward college tuition under a new scholarship...

Hueytown’s National Night Out is Aug. 22 at Hueytown High campus

Hueytown’s National Night Out event will be held at the Hueytown High School on Saturday, August 22. The public is encouraged to attend. This free, family-friendly event will...

Hueytown’s Battle of the Badges Police vs. Fire Softball Game Aug. 22

Bragging rights are at stake. Batter up! The Battle of the Badges Police vs. Fire and Rescue softball game in Hueytown will be a...

Remember to vote Aug. 25 in the Bessemer Municipal Election

We have a right and a responsibility to vote. The Bessemer Municipal election is Tuesday, August 25. The polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m....

Legal Notices Week of Aug 21, 2026-Western Star