Amanda Shavers

December is here and so is the cold weather. If you have to go out, wrap up and stay warm. Christmas is getting very close. Only three more Saturdays left, so hope your shopping is done or almost done. But please remember the reason for the season: the birth of Christ. Thought for today: want […]

Deadline for Pell City students to purchase a Panther Pass is Dec. 31. Contact Aprille Thompson at 205-813-2802 or [email protected] with questions. Students will need their Powerschool username to order. Available on GoFan only. Prices are $55 for PK– 6th grade; $75 for 7-12th grade. Passes are good all year for entry to all home sporting events at DJHS and PCHS, except area tournaments and playoffs.

Our legendary governor of the 1940s and 1950s was the giant, cartoonish, character James E. “Big Jim” Folsom. Ole Big Jim ran against the big businesses of Birmingham — big banks, utilities and U.S. Steel — and labeled them the “Big Mules.” He campaigned on the back of a flatbed truck in every hamlet in […]

The IRS has a message for you, and although it’s not coming certified mail in a logo-embossed envelope, it’s one worth paying attention to. This message comes in the form of a consumer alert as the agency kicks off its annual Tax Security Awareness Week, part of a joint federal, state and private tax professionals […]

From left are Federation Executive Director Paul Pinyan and CCFF President Lee Haynes. Courtesy photo The Cullman County Farmers Federation received an Award of Excellence during the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 103rd annual meeting Dec. 9 in Montgomery. This honor recognizes counties for top-tier programs, community work and agricultural advocacy during 2024.

Board-certified urologist Louis Remynse, MD, has joined Cullman Regional Medical Group. Photo courtesy Cullman Regional Board-certified urologist Louis Remynse, MD, has joined Cullman Regional Medical Group. Remynse brings more than 34 years of experience to the group.

One of the best things about in Ashville is the events. There is Sweets on the Square. Fireworks blaze in the sky over the city on Independence Day. Everyone can count on Sheryl Baird for some amazing displays on every holiday This Saturday is the biggest one of the year. Christmas on the Square, 29 […]

The newest member of the chamber staff is Breezy, the Holiday Shopper Elf. Photo courtesy Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce is encouraging shoppers to support local businesses with two major holiday campaigns.

Steve Flowers served 16 years in the state legislature. He may be reached at [email protected]. During the last session of the legislature, Governor Kay Ivey, Speaker of the House, Nathaniel Ledbetter, State Senate President Pro Tem, Greg Reed, along with the business leaders of the state made the “Working for Alabama” program their priority. The Governor and legislature passed a sweeping package of bills that will streamline workforce development in our state and make us one of the most competitive states in America for attracting industry and creating jobs and careers for our young men and women in Alabama.

By far the most legendary restaurant in Alabama is The Bright Star in Bessemer. The famous establishment is iconic for not only its fabulous food but also for its hospitality. It is a Landmark of Alabama history. The Bright Star is the place to see and be seen. Anybody who is famous and well connected […]