Special Election Date Senate District 9 Jan. 9
By Donald Jay Howton
On Wednesday, November 1 Governor Kay Ivey signed a proclamation setting special election dates for Alabama Senate District 9.
Senator Clay Scofield...
Maxie Thomas Way: A Symbol of Resilience and Courage in Tuscaloosa
In a significant and poignant gesture, the City of Tuscaloosa recently paid tribute to a true hero by officially renaming 11th Street to Maxie...
Central Elementary School’s Custodian is very Dedicated to Her Job
Special to the Star
Marie Waller, the custodian at Central Elementary School, is clearly a remarkable and dedicated individual. Her commitment to her job goes...
A Heroic Initiative Recognized by the Long Lewis Foundation
In a world often dominated by headlines of chaos and uncertainty, there are unsung heroes quietly working to make a positive impact on the...
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater Renamed as Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater: A New Era of Entertainment
In a momentous development for the city of Tuscaloosa, the beloved Tuscaloosa Amphitheater has undergone a significant transformation. After over a decade of hosting...
Waldrop Electric “Lights Up” Bessemer Academy Football Field
It is understood that college football is “King” in the state of Alabama. High school football is held in the same reverential regard...
Bessemer Approves Performance Contracts with Non-Profit Corporations
By Donald Jay Howton
At the November 21, 2023 meeting, the Bessemer City Council adopted a resolution authorizing the mayor to enter into performance contracts...
Hoover, Pelham Fleet Maintenance Partnership Cruises into Fifth Year
On March 1st, 2019, the City of Hoover and the City of Pelham entered into a fleet maintenance agreement that has picked up steam...
Observe Veterans Day by Attending a Ceremony
By Donald Jay Howton
On Saturday, November 11 Veterans Day, all across our great country we will again honor all military veterans of the United...
Gov. Ivey Orders Flags Flown at Half-Staff
By Donald Jay Howton
Flags around Bessemer and the Bessemer Cut-Off have been flying at half-staff for a week now. How many have noticed?
On Monday,...
