Expenditures, Complaints, and Special Programs

Public Comments Opening up the first meeting of the new decade, three residents came to speak to the Commission about the roads they live on....

Stop Committing Crape Murder!

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – This time of year, too many crape myrtles are slaughtered. Homeowners go wild pruning these trees, possibly damaging and stunting...

Building Traditions: The Burning of the Greens in West Blocton

"It started off as basically looking for an easier way to get rid of the trees than having to haul them off somewhere," Blane...

A Walk Through Memories as We Move Forward

It had been 25 years since I sat the tread of my shoe inside that hallway. As I walked into the old Bibb County...

The Basketweavers

DECEMBER 9, 2019 BY CHERYL ACKER DODSON   A few years ago, I dreamed of this wonderful job. I could share the people I love with the...

A Christmas Gift for City Employees

Christmas Bonuses After some discussion to agree that "one-time pay raise" was the preferred term by auditors, the Council also agreed to give the same...

Support Alabama 4-H End-of-Year Giving

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Alabama 4-H needs your help. Each year, young people across the state pack their suitcases to attend 4-H Camp. However,...

Bradley Byrne Visits Bibb County

U.S. Senate candidate and current U.S. Congressman Bradley Byrne came to Bibb County for a meet and greet at the Sawmeal Restaurant in Brent,...

Holiday Food Safety Important for Cooks

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Foodborne illness will put an instant damper on holiday celebrations.  Practicing holiday food safety can reduce the chances of someone...

Compassion and Hope for Bibb County is More Than a Soup...

On Main Street in Brent, just past the old lumber yard as you head toward Pondville, you might notice a trailer with a wheelchair...