The Bibb Voice

  Senator April Weaver Proposes Bill to Ban Recreational Use of Nitrous Oxide and Amyl Nitrite  By Sheila Duncan  Reporter  Sen. April Weaver (R-Brierfield) has introduced a bill to make it illegal to inhale, use, or possess nitrous...

West Blocton Baseball Kicks Off Season with Strong Start  By Savannah Logan   The West Blocton High School baseball team is off to an encouraging start under the leadership of new head coach Stephen Clements. The team...

Black History Month  Honoring the Legends — Black Athletes Who Changed the Game Many Black athletes have transformed the world of sports by breaking barriers, championing social justice, and inspiring future generations.  Icons like Jackie Robinson, Florence...

The Daily Grind Coffee Shop Hosted a Special Valentine’s Day Dinner for Locals  The Daily Grind Coffee Shop hosted a special Valentine’s Day dinner for locals this year. The cozy shop, located in the heart...

West Alabama Mayors Association Meets at BMC Wellness   By Sheila Duncan, Reporter  Mayor Mike Oakley hosted a luncheon for the West Alabama Mayors Association at the BMC Wellness Center on Thursday, February 20, 2025. The event...

On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand   Hymn History   By Savannah Logan     I like solid ground. Would you like to know why, other than the obvious? Well, my middle name is Grace, but I like to think...

  Community Connect: Holly Hall, Bibb County’s New 4-H Youth Development Coordinator  By Savannah Logan  Bibb County’s 4-H program has a new leader at the helm, bringing a passion for agriculture and youth development to local students....

Ivey Announces Free Online Tax Filing for Eligible Taxpayers  By Savannah Logan  Alabama taxpayers who meet the qualifying adjusted gross income requirements for 2024 can now prepare and file their state and federal income tax returns...

Alabama’s Community Colleges Boost State Economy by $8.1 Billion  By Sheila Duncan  Reporter    Alabama’s community colleges play a significant role in the state’s economy, contributing $8.1 billion—equivalent to 3% of Alabama’s total gross state product—according to an...