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New Farmers’ Market Opening in West Blocton

A few months ago the town of West Blocton conducted a resident survey to find out the biggest concerns of the community. To the surprise of some, the top answer was "food." Not crime,...

County Pushes to Get Trash Under Control

Potential Litigation Over Garbage Having been a perpetual issue for several months, the garbage transfer station came up again during this week's meeting. County Attorney Anthony Johnson asked for a private Executive Session to discuss...

Alabama Church Protection Act Filed By April Weaver

  State Representative April Weaver has filed local legislation that seeks to provide churches and places of worship in Bibb County with an added layer of protection against violent attacks. HB 562, a local Bibb...

Concerns of Potential Lottery and Gas Tax Impact on the City; Police Expenses

Reviewing and making corrections/changes until approving the minutes of the previous meeting took the first 5 minutes of this week’s meeting. Afterwards, money dominated the night's conversation. Police Department Expenses and Savings The City financial report...

All Shook Up at BCHS

Opening with a rendition of "Jailhouse Rock" reminiscent of a famous scene in the 1957 Elvis Presley film of the same name, this character-centered musical features many classic songs by the beloved artist. Set...
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Friday Follies – So You Say You Can Remember When ?

This afternoon the Friday Facebook crowd runs amok with reminiscing and doddering memories of folks trying to prove what they remember to prove how old they are. But nary a one of them has...

Pineland Cemetery Bankruptcy Case Finally Ends

Back in 2014 DeArbor LLC, the Owners of Pineland Cemetery,  were forced into a bankruptcy proceeding by creditors seeking to force a liquidation of their assets and collect on outstanding mortgage debts,  among other...

Coming Together to Fight Cancer: Relay For Life 2019

Since its inception in 1985, Relay For Life has raised over $410,000,000 to help fight cancer via medical research, caregiver support, and other routes. The annual event in Bibb County had to be moved...

30th Annual Cahaba Lily Festival Announced For May 18

  WEST BLOCTON HOSTS 30th ANNUAL CAHABA LILY FESTIVAL The 30th annual Cahaba Lily Festival will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at the Cahaba Lily Center on Main Street, West Blocton.  Registration begins at...

Senator Cam Ward Appointed to Joint Transportation Committee

Sen. Cam Ward, R-Alabaster, has been appointed to serve on the Alabama Legislature’s Joint Transportation Committee, the group of lawmakers that oversees the Alabama Department of Transportation. Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth announced the appointment Monday. Ward...