Hueytown woman’s group helps fathers adjust to life after prison
More than 25,000 men are currently serving time in Alabama’s prisons, according to the Department of Corrections. Many of those men are fathers. A Hueytown woman’s organization is working to help those fathers and their families prepare for life after prison. “Everybody in prison has a dad. Now, whether they’re part of their lives is... Read More
A chat with Jacob “JJ” Reach, Republican candidate, Sheriff, Jefferson County
Retired Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department Captain Jacob “JJ” Reach has announced his candidacy for sheriff of Jefferson County as the Republican candidate. The general election will be held on November 3, 2026. A resident of McCalla, Reach is a native of Midfield. His grandfather, J.W. Morris, served as Midfield Chief of Police for 34 years.... Read More
Bessemer Academy’s Kennedy Childers named AISA Player of the Year by ASWA
The Alabama Sports Writers Association has named Bessemer Academy senior Kennedy Childers the AISA Softball Player of the Year. Childers was also selected to the All-State team. Childers helped lead the Rebels to the Class AA state championship. The center fielder had a standout season with a .593 batting average and committed no errors all... Read More
Second Avenue Beulah VBS set for June 29-July 2
Come and get hooked on Jesus and reel in a faith that will last a lifetime. Second Avenue Beulah Baptist Church Vacation Bible School is scheduled for June 29-July 2, from 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. The theme for the event is “Hooked! Reeled in to Serve God.” The church is located at 1022 Second... Read More
Donald Lewis promoted to rank of Police Detective
There have been several recent promotions within the Bessemer Police Department, including the promotion of Traffic Homicide Investigator Donald Lewis to the rank of detective. Bessemer Police Chief Gary Carmichael made the promotion of Lewis official. Originally from Birmingham, Lewis joined the department in 2016 as an officer. From 2021 to 2026, he served as... Read More
SOUTHERN STYLES: Aldridge Gardens site of 23rd Annual Hydrangeas Under the Stars
It was a beautiful but warm evening at Aldridge Gardens in Hoover for the 23rd Annual Hydrangeas Under the Stars affair. The Saturday, June 13, fundraiser benefited Aldridge Gardens. The cocktail reception and silent auction were held in the Aldridge House, while dinner and the live auction took place in The Pavilion. The honorary hosts... Read More
Bessemer structures declared dangerous and public nuisance
At a recent meeting of the Bessemer City Council, it was determined that certain structures in the city constitute a dangerous structure and public nuisance declaration. One structure is located at 1024 17th Street North, parcel number 38-00-09-2-008-001-001. Another structure is located at 1920 Granville Avenue, parcel number 38-00-10-4-006-012.000. The Chief Building Officer of the... Read More
Bessemer man driver of car in fatal crash
A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:30 a.m. Monday, June 22, has claimed two lives. George L. Porter III, 19, of Tuscaloosa, and Latayia Necole Furr Prewitt, 22, of Tuscaloosa, were both fatally injured when the 2013 Nissan Maxima they were passengers in left the roadway, struck a guy wire, went airborne, and overturned.... Read More
Mykeshia Myles Jones wins run-off election for Ass’t Tax Collector, Jefferson Co.
Political newcomer Mykeshia Myles Jones defeated incumbent Ron Marshall for Assistant Tax Collector, Bessemer Division, Jefferson County in the Tuesday, June 16 Democrat runoff. Bessemer resident Jones earned nearly 53% (3,914) of the vote to Marshall’s 47% (3,504). Voter turnout was only 10.53% If you don’t know her, research her. Jones said, “I appreciate the... Read More
Flash flooding reported throughout Jefferson County
Parts of central Alabama experienced significant flash flooding on Saturday afternoon, June 20, after intense rainfall moved through Jefferson County. Officials reported that more than six inches of rain fell in just over an hour in some areas, overwhelming drainage systems and leaving roads impassable. Several vehicles were stranded, trees were downed, and some areas... Read More