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Efforts to Combat Litter Continued in Cedar Grove and at WBHS

Saturday, May 4th was a productive, successful day for those who continued to show their commitment to combatting the excessive litter in Bibb County.   In Cedar Grove, volunteers met once again at the Cedar Grove...

Ribbon Cutting Held for Marion Military Institute New Dining Hall

On Friday, April 26, Marion Military Institute (MMI) held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its brand-new Dining Hall, marking the first new construction on campus in more than 30 years. Special guests attending the...

Annual Bibb Belle Ball Held on April 28, 2024

Special to the Centreville Press  On Sunday, April 28th the Bibb Belles held their annual Bibb Belle Ball where they recognized their contributions to our community over the past year, including many different volunteer opportunities...

Celebrating Conservation: The Third Annual Groundwater Festival in Bibb County

**Photos courtesy of Sara Gibson, Bibb County Extension Office  The third annual Groundwater Festival in Bibb County was a resounding success, drawing 4th graders from all corners of the county to Brierfield Historical Ironworks State...

Alabama Department of Human Resources Offers Employment Training Initiatives for Students and Communities

Alabama's Department of Human Resources sponsors three initiatives aimed at tackling employment, childcare, and recidivism, facilitated by the state's community and technical colleges.  On Tuesday, April 23, the Alabama DHR unveiled the Summer Youth Employment...

Celebrating Environmental Restoration: Piper Mine Reclamation Project Revitalizes Public Access to the Cahaba River

On Wednesday, April 24th, Bibb County welcomed U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Martha Williams as she joined the community to commemorate a significant milestone — the announcement of the completion of the final...

Bringing Vibrancy to Education: Brent Elementary Schools Color Run

In recent years, schools around the world have embraced a unique and colorful way to promote fitness, camaraderie, and community spirit—the School Color Run where participants throw colored powders at each other in celebration...

Annual Cahaba Lily Festival to be Held May 18

If you want to join in with those seeking to admire the beauty of the Cahaba Lily at the annual Cahaba Lily Festival, mark your calendars for May 18th this year! Held at the...

Brierfield Historical Ironworks Park Welcomes New Director

Meet DeLee Benton, the new Director of Brierfield Park. Hailing from a quaint town in Meridianville, Alabama, DeLee is one of five siblings and a proud alumna of the University of Montevallo, with a...