The City of Bessemer Storm Water Management Department presented a Lunch & Learn program last Thursday, May 7. The informative session was held in the Multipurpose Room at the Bessemer City Hall. The purpose of the meeting was to address storm water and water pollution issues in the Valley Creek watershed. Storm Water Management Manager... Read More

“Today has been one of the most exciting days of my life. For three years we’ve prepared for this day, and it’s finally come into fruition, and Jordan’s hard work has finally payed off,” proud father Rodney Davis told us. The recent University of Alabama School of Law Commencement Ceremony sported many proud parents and... Read More

Seven local high school seniors were recently awarded scholarships presented by the Service League organization. The Charles Hamilton Road residence of Judy Moore Mathis was the site for the annual scholarship ceremony. Heather Lawley is president of the Service League. The Service League has presented scholarships since 2010. Following a delicious buffet supper, the seven... Read More

I certify that the below-published list contains the names of qualified electors of Perry County, Alabama who were added to the voter rolls after the publication of the initial list of qualified electors on April 23, 2026, and who were registered as of May 7, 2026. Any elector whose name was inadvertently omitted from this... Read More

PRESS RELEASE MAY 19, 2026 STATEWIDE PRIMARY ELECTION ABSENTEE VOTING IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER: Tuesday, May 12, 2026: Last day for absentee applications to be received by mail for the PRIMARY Election. (17-11-3(a)) Thursday, May 14, 2026: Last day voters can return in person, his or her regular absentee application. No one, not even a... Read More

Mrs. Joyce Elizabeth Duke Baty of Demopolis, Alabama entered into eternal rest May 4, 2026 at The Retreat, Hospice by Saad, Mobile, Alabama. Graveside services for Mrs. Joyce Elizabeth Duke Baty were held Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11 a.m. from Memorial Gardens (Hwy 43 S), Demopolis, Alabama. Brother Carl Williams and Pastor Jennifer Gregory... Read More

The Tuscaloosa County Extension Office will host a “Market Ready: Licenses, Permits, & Food Safety Basics” workshop on Tuesday, May 19, from 2 to 4 p.m. The workshop, organized by Alabama A&M University and Auburn University’s Alabama Cooperative Extension System, is designed for farmers and producers looking to sell their goods. Topics include licensing requirements,... Read More

Mt. Carmel Church, located on Hwy. 14 east of Greensboro, will be having Homecoming on Sunday, May 17, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Bro. Roger Harper will be bringing the message. A covered dish lunch will be served at noon, followed by an afternoon of music featuring Legacy Gospel.