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Since 1907, This Family-Run Seafood House Has Been Serving MOUTH-WATERING HAND-CUT Snapper in Bessemer, Alabama

Open Tue–Sun, 11 AM–3 PM and 4:30–8:30 PM (Fri–Sat until 9 PM); closed Mon. Every week, cooks at The Bright Star in Bessemer, Alabama, prep 1,400 to 1,500 pounds of snapper, all of it hand-cut on the premises. 🐟. Greek immigrant Tom Bonduris opened it in...

Bessemer, AL · 3d
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Alabama college, university counties shift toward Democrats in midterms

While Democrats saw gains in every Alabama county last week, shifts in counties holding three of the state’s major universities were notable. In Tuscaloosa County, home of the University of Alabama, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Doug Jones won 54%-45% over Republican gubernatorial nominee Tommy Tuberville, a reversal from 2022, when Republican Gov. Kay Ivey won against Democratic nominee Yolanda Flowers, 62%-34%.

Alabama · 21h
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Lovely Garden Roots

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Ervin and Bridget Lewis Paid More Than $25,000 for a Pleasant Grove Backyard Deck, and the Unlicensed Contractor Left It Up to 12 Feet High With No Railings

Ervin and Bridget Lewis paid more than $25,000 for a Pleasant Grove deck rebuild. It sits up to 12 feet high with no railings, and no contractor license was found.

Pleasant Grove, AL · 1d

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Fairfield residents react as company buys vacant Walmart property for planned data center

FAIRFIELD, Ala. (WBRC) - A company planning a data center in Fairfield has bought property in the city. According to property records, Patmos bought the former Walmart property off Aaron Aronov Drive. Past reporting shows Patmos is planning to build a co-location data center in Fairfield. Neighbors said they don’t...

Fairfield, AL · 1d
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Near Birmingham Is Alabama's Laid-Back City With Affordable Living, Antique Shops, And Southern Charm

Home to more than 1.1 million Alabamians and counting, Birmingham anchors the largest metropolitan area in the entire state. More and more people are favoring suburban living though, opting to put down roots outside Birmingham proper. Situated about 10 miles north of downtown Birmingham, just a straight shot up Interstate 65, the suburb of Gardendale has certainly seen steady growth over the past several decades, and it's easy to see why.

Gardendale, AL · 3d

AL.com

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Conservation groups threaten to sue US Fish and Wildlife Service over rare Alabama fish

Three conservation organizations have notified the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service they intend to sue the agency over its failure to decide whether a rare Alabama fish species warrants federal protections. The Center for Biological Diversity, Alabama Rivers Alliance and Black Warrior Riverkeeper filed the notice Thursday, citing the agency’s...

Birmingham, AL · 21h

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‘You definitely wouldn’t want to spend the night’: Bessemer leaders discuss jail improvements

BESSEMER, Ala. (WBRC) - Leaders in Bessemer said the city jail needs improvements as they weighed concerns about its shifting structure and mold inside the building Tuesday morning. “I’m pretty sure no one wants to go to jail, but you definitely wouldn’t want to spend the night out there,” said...

Bessemer, AL · 2d

95.3 The Bear

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Attorney Josh Hayes Honored By Alabama State Bar

Because justice should be available to everyone, not just those who can afford an attorney.

Alabama · 1d

The Tuscaloosa News

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Tuscaloosa marks 50 years of holiday parade tradition

One of West Alabama’s largest Christmas events will return to downtown Tuscaloosa. The 50th annual West Alabama Christmas Parade, organized by the Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority, will begin at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7 in downtown Tuscaloosa. The parade will be preceded by a tree-lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. in front of the Tuscaloosa County Courthouse, 714 Greensboro Ave. For 50 years, the parade has drawn community groups, churches, schools, businesses and families from across West Alabama, becoming a longstanding holiday tradition. PARA has organized the parade since taking over coordination from the West Alabama Jaycees in 1976. University of Alabama football coach Paul W. “Bear” Bryant served as the first grand marshal, launching a tradition of honoring community members for their contributions, according to a news release. More: Where did 'Bear' Bryant eat? Visit his favorite spots | Exclusive “Reaching 50 years of the West Alabama Christmas Parade is a tremendous milestone for PARA and our community,” PARA CEO Brian Davis said in the release. “For generations, this parade has brought families, neighbors, businesses, and community organizations together to celebrate the holiday season," Davis said. "We look forward to making this anniversary year especially meaningful as we honor

Tuscaloosa, AL · 3d

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Church catches fire nearly 6 months after fire destroyed much of building

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Nearly six months after a fire devastated a church in Birmingham, crews were called to what remains of the structure Monday afternoon to battle another fire. Around 4:37 p.m., Birmingham Fire and Rescue crews were called to the Victory Missionary Baptist Church near the intersection of...

Birmingham, AL · 3d

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‘It’s going great’: Bessemer mayor said 90-day cleanup blitz is making progress

BESSEMER, Ala. (WBRC) - Bessemer leaders said a 90-day effort to clean up blight is making progress as crews remove trash and clear overgrown lots and debris across the city. Mayor Louise Alexander said blight has been a problem in Bessemer for years and was one of the first issues she wanted to address after taking office.

Bessemer, AL · 1d

Indiana Daily Student

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Indiana women’s basketball looks to extend win streak against Samford

Indiana women’s basketball continues its nonconference schedule against Samford University on Friday. The Hoosiers look to extend their undefeated start and improve to 4-0 for the second straight season — the seventh time under 13th-year head coach Teri Moren. Indiana has dominated its opponents in its three wins...

Bloomington, IN · 14h

Yellowhammer News

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$2.5 million federal grant to clean up 82-acre former coal mining site clears way for Stadium Trace Village expansion in Hoover

Before Stadium Trace Village can expand in Hoover, crews must address hazards left by decades of coal mining. The Alabama Department of Workforce announced Nov. 9 that it awarded Broad Metro LLC a $2.5 million federal grant to help stabilize the 82-acre site and prepare it for development. Stadium Trace Village is a commercial development […] The post $2.5 million federal grant to clean up 82-acre former coal mining site clears way for Stadium Trace Village expansion in Hoover appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Hoover, AL · 3d

DMR News

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Brady CDJR Features Pre-Owned Vehicles Priced Below $25,000 in Bessemer, Alabama

Brady Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is featuring pre-owned vehicles with advertised prices below $25,000 within its online used vehicle inventory. The selection includes vehicles from multiple manufacturers and covers several segments of the passenger vehicle market, including sedans, sport utility vehicles and minivans. The dealership’s online inventory includes examples such as a 2024 Ford Bronco […]

Bessemer, AL · 1d

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This 67-Acre Botanical Paradise In Alabama Is Absolutely Stunning And Completely Free To Visit

Somewhere in Birmingham, Alabama, there’s a place so beautiful it almost feels like the city is keeping a secret from the rest of the world. The Birmingham Botanical Gardens is that secret, and honestly, it’s one of the best ones Alabama has ever had. Now, before you start...

Birmingham, AL · 4d

ABC 33/40 News

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Hoover, Thompson set for playoff rematch in storied rivalry

HOOVER, Ala — Hoover and Thompson are meeting in the next chapter of their storied rivalry, this time with a spot in the quarterfinals of the Class 6A playoffs on the line. Thompson won the teams’ regular-season matchup 31-14 on Oct. 2 at Hoover. You can watch ABC 33/40’s coverage of that game.

Hoover, AL · 1d

Country Herald

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Alabama Weather Alert: Thanksgiving Storm Risk Nov. 18–24

Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, Mobile and Tuscaloosa drivers should monitor major highways.

Alabama · 2d

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Dining in the shadow of Bear Bryant and Nick Saban, at the Bright Star

The Bright Star restaurant in the blue-collar town of Bessemer has been a dining destination of Alabama football fans for generations. Aside from the 119-year-old restaurant’s famous broiled snapper and Greek-style tenderloin the main attraction for Tide fans is the private booth where the legendary “Bear” Bryant dined when he visited the Bright Star on his frequent trips to Birmingham.

Bessemer, AL · 1d

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Homewood City Council revises holiday pay policy for employees

The Homewood City Council on Monday night approved a holiday pay policy for employees. The measure addressed the city’s desire to not have unused holiday pay remaining on its ledger. “The compromise we came to with the city was that they [employees] accrue it [holiday time] all year,” Fire...

Homewood, AL · 2d

Bham Now

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Birmingham’s new Fountain Heights grocery store is “Our version of Whole Foods”

On November 7, 2026, We All Eat Market, the first grocery store in the Birmingham Fountain Heights neighborhood in 70+ years, opened in front of a packed crowd of residents, community leaders and well-wishers. During her speech, in sight of the fully stocked grocery store with fresh fruits and vegetables...

Birmingham, AL · 3d