SOUTHERN STYLES: Plantation Manor 4th of July BBQ, Music and Fireworks Display Star-Spangled
The 4th of July holiday and America’s 250th anniversary of independence were celebrated with great fun and fireworks at Plantation Manor Retirement Community in McCalla. The fun-filled, patriotic event occurred last Friday, July 3. Flags and buntings decorated the rooms and the buildings. Planning the celebratory activities were Activity Director Shon Harris and assistants Amber... Read More
Gillespie Construction Co. awarded bid for 19th Street bridge repairs
The City of Bessemer received sealed public bids for the 19th Street Bridge Repair Project. All the bids received exceeded the city’s established budget limits and available funds allocated for the project. Gillespie Construction Company was the only company to present a proposal within budget. Gillespie’s negotiated lowest bid amount was in the amount of... Read More
Gov. Ivey appoints four additional Public Service Commissioners
Gov. Kay Ivey, based on a new law designed to give the people of Alabama broader representation on the Public Service Commission, recently appointed four additional Public Service commissioners. The newly appointed commissioners are General Ron Burgess, Fred Johnson, Demarcus Joiner and Dr. Quinton Ross, Jr. They will begin their service on January 18, 2027.... Read More
Residents enjoy Summerfest 2026
Jay Johnson, MeMe Jackson and Bessemer School Board candidate Geortez Jackson share smiles(above) Gearing up for the holiday season and summer itself, recently many local businesses and business owners treated citizens of Bessemer. The second annual Bessemer Summerfest featured many such as Ms. Michelle Jackson and her famous Memonade (a delectable twist on traditional lemonade),... Read More
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony held for West Rock Mountain Nature Preserve
Hueytown Mayor Steve Ware with Hueytown citizenry celebrating Nature Preserve opening The city of Hueytown has officially opened the West Rock Mountain Nature Preserve. Following over a year of preparation, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on June 20. The nature preserve is located at 250 Dee Hendrix Road. Hueytown Mayor Steve Ware cut the ribbon... Read More
Candidates qualify for Bessemer Municipal Election
This year’s Bessemer municipal election will be distinctive because it parallels America’s 250th anniversary and the Spirit of America. The municipal election for the office of mayor of Bessemer is now a crowded field. At the close of business on Tuesday, June 23, the deadline for those interested in running for municipal office in Bessemer,... Read More
Danberry at Inverness and SAR Chapters celebrate Independence Day
Jim Phillips, Bill Carter, Tim Medders, David Snider and James Heartsill(above) The annual Independence Day program at Danberry at Inverness Retirement Community was filled with pomp and circumstance. The July 4th program was held in Inverness Hall at Danberry with a standing room only crowd. The patriotic program was planned by Stars and Stripes Committee... Read More
Mary Louise Church-Lewis
Mary Louise Church-Lewis, age 68, died June 23, 2026. A viewing was held Sunday, July 5, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Melvin Miller Funeral Service, 302 Pickens Street in Marion. A celebration of life was held Monday, July 6, at 10 a.m. at Healing Springs Baptist Church, 3371 Highway 5 in Marion. Burial followed... Read More
Johnny Wayne McCullough
Johnny Wayne McCullough, age 72, of Brookwood, entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on June 30, 2026. Johnny was born July 3, 1953, and was raised in Heiberger, where he developed the values of faith, love, and family that would define his life. He was a gifted carpenter who took great love in... Read More
Annie Imogene Williams McCrory
Annie Imogene Williams McCrory, age 95, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026. Services will be held Monday, July 13, at Bible Methodist Church in Greensboro. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m., with the service to follow at 2 p.m. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Magnolia South Funeral Home. She was born February... Read More