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BESSEMER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
BESSEMER MAGAZINE
2014
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Dear Friends, Visitors and GuestsWe welcome you to our City and we are ready to make your visit with us be both pleasant and rewarding. Our Mayor, Kenneth Gulley, and the Bessemer City Council are ready to work with the business community by providing a business friendly City. Bessemer is growing and ready for your business! � anks for this growth is in part due to the dynamic business leadership in our area but especially because of our location. Bessemer is located with interstate highways on three sides of our City with abundant infrastructure which includes two electric utilities and two water suppliers with ample supplies of both plus unlimited amounts of natural gas. High tech or industrial, whatever the need for your development we have it in Bessemer. We are ready for you to join our nearly 29,000 citizens and our growing business community as we move to being the best business friendly community in the South.
Ready and open for business is Bessemer as economic development and recreation continue to grow in the City and surrounding area. We welcome new businesses and are ready to provide the infrastructure and support they need. � ere is a lot to look forward to in 2014 with new business announcements, their ground breaking ceremonies and ribbon cu� ings. Tannehill State Park, Splash Adventure, three local golf courses, and great nearby hunting and � shing make us ready to provide for your recreational needs. Growth is continuing in our region and we invite you to be ready to join with us in making Bessemer a great place to live and do business.
Sincerely,
Charles King, Chairman Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce
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Sincerely,
Charles King, Chairman
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BESSEMER MAGAZINE
2014PUBLISHED BY
Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce
321 18th St. N.
Bessemer, AL 35020
205-425-3253
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GREETINGS FROM THE MAYOR:
On behalf of the City Council and myself, I am pleased and proud to welcome you to the City of Bessemer! Indeed, we all have much to be proud of in Bessemer. We are a thriving city, focused on creating a bright future, full of opportunities and ready to help your family and business thrive. We are dedicated to your success and to the growth of our diverse population, who maintain a strong faith, and an active business community that makes Bessemer such a desirable place to live, work, and play. For over 125 years, Bessemer has kept its amazing sense of history while encouraging progress.
Before being elected Mayor, I served on several City boards and commissions, and became the � rst African-American Chairman of the Board for the Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce. I am proud to call Bessemer my home. I am sure you will appreciate all our city has to o� er as much as I do. I would ask you to look through this magazine and whether you are a visitor or resident I assure you that you will gain an insight and appreciation for Bessemer. We are ready...Are you?
Sincerely
Kenneth E. GulleyMayorCity of Bessemer
Sincerely
DISTRICT 1-DAVID VANCE
David Vance is serving in his � rst term as representative for District 1. Vance is a graduate of John Carroll High School and Xavier University of New Orleans, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science.
Vance is an eight year veteran of the U.S. Army, a former state probation and parole o� cer and served formerly as a YMCA Youth Program Coordinator.
His community involvement has included membership in the NAACP, services on boards for Always Reaching Children (ARC) and Neighborhood of Winners (NOW), and a� ending church and neighborhood meetings. He also enjoys mentoring youth.
Contact at [email protected]
DISTRICT 2-CHESTER W. PORTER
Chester W. Porter is serving in his � rst term as representative for District 2. Porter is a graduate of Hueytown High School. He has a� ended Je� erson State Community College and Jacksonville State University. He also a� ended Real Estate School at RealtySouth.
Porter is currently an Operations Specialist in the Corporate Information
Systems for Coca Cola United.
His community involvement has included being an active member of the Carver Civic League, founder of the 13th Educational Enrichment Program (EEP) and an advisory board member for the FBI Multicultural Board. He is a member of New Pilgrim Baptist Church.
Contact at [email protected].
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DISTRICT 3-SARAH BELCHER
Sarah Belcher is serving her � � h term on the Bessemer City Council, having � rst been elected in 1994. Belcher is a graduate of Wenonah High School and a� ended State Vocational/Technical School, now known as Lawson Sate Community College, and Miles College.
She is a retired nurse having worked at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital,
St. Vincent’s Hospital and the former Lloyd Noland Hospital in Fair� eld.
Belcher is a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church where she is president of the Usher Board and works on various church commi� ees. She has a long record of community involvement including having been a member and ambassador for the Bessemer Chamber of Commerce and serving on boards of the Bessemer Advocacy Center and the Red Cross, among others.
Contact at [email protected]
DISTRICT 4-DONNA THIGPEN
Donna � igpen is serving her � rst term as representative for District 4. � igpen is a graduate of Oak Grove High School and a� ended Je� erson State Community College and Bessemer State Community College, now Lawson State’s Bessemer Campus. She is a realtor with RE/MAX Advantage in McCalla.
� igpen is an active member of Canaan Baptist Church on Morgan Road in Bessemer. Her community involvement includes service with the Bessemer Chamber of Commerce, Bessemer Board of Realtors, Birmingham Board of Realtors, Birmingham Chapter of Women’s Council of Realtors (president in 2011) and the Southeast Bessemer Neighborhood Association.
Contact � igpen at [email protected]
DISTRICT 5-RON MARSHALL
Ron Marshall is serving in his � rst term as representative for District 5 and is the current Council President. Marshall is a graduate of Wenonah High School and the University of Alabama.
Marshall is owner and operator of Myriad Communications Network Inc. and co-owner of ABC Concessions and Party Rentals. He has over 35 years of executive
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Marshall counts among his community involvement his service as a board member for the Legacy YMCA in Bessemer and an advisory board member for the American Red Cross.
He is a member of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.
Contact Marshall at [email protected]
DISTRICT 6-JESSE MATTHEWS
Jesse Ma� hews is serving his fourth term as representative for District 6. Ma� hews is a graduate of Hueytown High School and a� ended Lawson State Community College, Bessemer State Community College and the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB).
He is currently employed by Alabama Power Company.
His community involvement includes serving with the Bessemer Chamber of Commerce and the Concerned Citizens of Bessemer. He is also a member of New Bethlehem Baptist Church where he serves as a deacon and youth advisor.
Ma� hews is currently serving on the Board of Directors for the National League of Cities, the Executive Commi� ee of the Alabama League of Municipalities and the Alabama Black Caucus of Local Elected O� cials.
Contact Ma� hews at jma� [email protected]
DISTRICT 7-CLEOPHUS KING
Cleophus King is serving in his � rst term as the representative for District 7. King is the youngest person to be elected to the Bessemer City Council and is the current Council president pro-tem.
King is a product of the Bessemer City Schools System and is currently enrolled in the University of Phoenix, where he is majoring in Business Management. He is a licensed funeral director.
His community involvement includes serving as a member of Bessemer Citizens for Change, the NAACP, Brothers in Christ and 100 Black Men. King is also president of the Bessemer Library Board.
Contact King at [email protected]
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A Board of Directors Ready to Work for the Business Community and You...� e success of the Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce starts with the participation and leadership of its Board of Directors. By agreeing to serve each member of the board made a commitment to lead the membership of the Chamber in promoting business in the area.
� e 2014 Board is a diverse group of business, civic and community volunteers � rmly working to make Bessemer a be� er place to live, work, do business and grow. Each board member has made the commitment to lead and direct the Chamber of Commerce and to represent the full membership of the Chamber in every capacity to guarantee that the organization achieves its mission. Input, commitment, leadership, action and decision-making are key elements that each unique individual brings to the board.
� e Chamber Board of Directors serve as representatives of the membership at all times. Public exposure of Chamber programs and events is focused on the board members throughout the year, they get exposure for themselves and their businesses/organizations.
The 2014 Board of Directors
Chairman: Charles King, Regional Paramedical Services
Chairman Elect: Eric MesserPast Chairman: Billy Parsons, CPA
Treasurer: Joni Holt, Holt Insurance Company
Julie Bell, State Farm InsuranceShane Boyd, Bessemer Fire DepartmentDon Bratcher, Rural Metro Ambulance
Ma� Bryant, � e Western StarDavid Darby, Trustmark National Bank
Terry Dawson, Regions BankRegina Doriety, Lawson State Community College
Rod Evans, Paden & Paden, PCConnie Fuell, Dex Imaging
Jimmy Hankins, Restoration XpressJudy Mathis, Moore Coal Company
Jerrellis Melton, Alabama Gas CompanyDr. Fred Primm, Bessemer Board of Education
Mike Roper, Bessemer Police DepartmentJon Staggs, Alabama Power Company
Kim Starling, Brookwood Medical Center Van Sykes, Bob Sykes Barbecue
Hank Tyler, Town & Country FordAnthony Underwood, Anthony Underwood Auto.
Devron Veasley, Bessemer Business CenterNeil Walker, First Financial Bank
2014 Ambassadors
Coordinator: Nikki Jordan, Trio Safety
Co-Coordinator: Lula Walter, City of BessemerSecretary: Nelda Pate, Retired
Jill Amburgey, Rural Metro Ambulance
Kay Bagge� , RetiredSarah Beasley, Joe Beasley Memorial Foundation, Inc
Sarah Belcher, Bessemer City CouncilBeverly Edwards, Rural Metro Ambulance
Louise Hickey, RetiredShirley Horn, Retired
Doris Lewis, City of BessemerClaire Mitchell, Visalus - Body by Vi
Daryl OwensMinnie Roper, Retired
Ericka Watson, IndividualTrisston Wright Burrows, Moore Coal Co.
Member Benefi ts• Monthly newsle� er � e Communique’• Use of the board room for meetings• Annual magazine (including membership directory)• Receptions and Grand Openings• Direct referrals• Website/internet link• Color copies 50-cents each• FREE black and white copies (member provides paper)• FREE Notary Public services• Membership listing in Chamber publications• Participation in Ambassador Program• Business and community resources• Invitations to special events, monthly calendar events,
programs, and activities• Discounted fees and registration• Sta� and commi� ee assistance with business needs• Source of accurate and current information on the economy• Deductible business expense• Newcomer information, inquiry response• Regional marketing and promotion• Tourism support through visitor information centersB
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Chamber Ambassadors Are Ready� e Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors is a group of dedicated local volunteer leaders who are always ready to serve as the vital public relations arm of the Chamber, representing the Chamber at public events and as the backbone of the Membership enhancement and retention programs. � ey are available to help our business, education, and civic groups with their public events.
Ambassadors are individuals who are motivated, enthusiastic, and articulate. � ey are prepared to meet with visitors, local businesses, and various forms of the media. Each volunteer possesses excellent leadership qualities and represent with pride the Chamber and their employing business. Ambassadors make a daily commitment, promote Bessemer with con� dence, and invest their time in the area. Not only their time but Ambassadors are ready with ideas, positive outlooks, networking skills, and various individual talents. � ey are a TEAM representing the best of Bessemer.
� ey are the key resource in extending hospitality in the Bessemer area and are experienced in business, community, and promotional arenas. In order to serve as an Ambassador, the volunteer must be a member of the Chamber or employed by a member business, meet minimum expectations, and be ready to participate in the various Chamber programs and events.
Annual goals of the Bessemer Chamber Ambassadors include: sponsor PRIDE activities, support educational e� orts in local schools selecting two to directly support, raise funds for scholarships, be personally involved in networking at all Chamber events, be hosts/hostesses for all Chamber events, recruit sponsors and new members of the Chamber and its programs, and be there at groundbreaking/ribbon cu� ing/grand openings. � e Chamber Ambassador is ready to work for Bessemer and to help you be ready to do business here.
Pictured � om top to bo� om:2013 Holy Week Service; Chamber Ambassadors, November 2013; Claire Mitchell, Ambassador Coordinator; Nikki Jordan and Ronnie Acker enjoy working a golf tournament together; 2013 Ambassador’s Appreciation Dinner
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THE BESSEMER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WE ARE READY...ARE YOU?
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� e Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce stands ready to aggressively work for the be� erment of the southwestern Je� erson county region. In our 92nd year, the chamber follows an annual Plan of Action that addresses business issues, workforce concerns, community needs, tourism development and other programs that positively a� ect our region. Our organization is ready to receive requests from businesses and individuals outside our area looking for information on local businesses that o� er a product or service.
We are ready as a positive thinking, conservative and vibrant group of over 400 local businesses representing the best of the best. Our outstanding volunteers and Civic leaders readily promote the area and our business community. � e City of Bessemer is over 28,000 citizens with a surrounding area of nearly 100,000, between Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, who make up one of the state’s premiere business friendly regions. We are ready and open for business.
� e Chamber encourages its members to shop Bessemer � rst and to be ready to promote the area whenever possible. It encourages partnership between local businesses and professionals dedicated to advancing economic growth throughout the region. � e Mission of the Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote the economic well-being of regional businesses and represent the business community in economic, political, civic,
educational and cultural development of the region.
� e Bessemer Area Chamber is always ready to energize the business community to achieve continuing business growth, improve regional education and reach bene� cial legislative agreement on issues important to our area. In addition, the Chamber of Commerce is always ready to o� er its members a large array of services, resources, and networking opportunities, enhancing the local business community and the economy.
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Bessemer is ready to improve your quality of life, not only your home but how you live day to day. Experience our area for a short while and it becomes not only home but a haven to live, work, play, and grow. Lets discuss some of the things available to you, are you ready?
RECREATION: Splash Adventure, Tannehill State Park, Oak Mountain State Park, and walking/biking trails all provide outstanding resources for the outdoors man. � e
Legacy YMCA is a focal point for not only the children in the area but for those adults working to stay � t. � e Warrior River and numerous lakes provide boating and � shing activities. Hunting on land nearby is a hunters dream. Deer, turkey, and other prey are abundant.
If you have a special event, the Bessemer Civic Center, City Auditorium, our parks and the
newly developed Discovery Alabama at Watermark Place Center featuring eight specialized rooms of varying capacity, a dedicated wedding chapel, outdoor courtyard, professional events coordinating sta� , gourmet catering services, and ample parking. Discovery Alabama at Watermark Place Center is a one-stop venue designed to help you create memories that last forever.
Golfers are in a dream world with Bent Brook, Ross Bridge, Oxmoor Valley, Oak Mountain, Woodward and Frank House golf courses providing challenging and beautiful courses to play. Oxmoor Valley is part of the Robert Trent Jones gol� ng trail which runs from the Tennessee line in the north to the Gulf of Mexico.
In addition, NCAA college sports can be enjoyed at the University of Alabama campus along with Samford, Birmingham-Southern, Miles College and UAB. Located in the midst of several university campuses it is easy to watch a football, baseball or basketball game or enjoy a concert, a play or lecture. Downtown Birmingham is
Bessemer is Ready To Serve You A Great Quality of Life...
13 miles away and provides the Children’s � eater, Birmingham � eater, and more.
HISTORY: Historic homes, museums and numerous historic sites are close by and easy to get to for any one with a historic interest. � e Bessemer Hall of History and the historic home trail stand ready to o� er a look into our regions past. Tannehill Ironworks Iron and Steel Museum make the Civil War come alive as will the many Civil War plantation homes in the area. Downtown Bessemer is a historic district with buildings dating back to the 1800s including an original Carnegie Library (which houses the Chamber of Commerce). History bu� s can travel a short distance to nearby Moundville State Park, the Birmingham Civil Rights Museum, and the Vulcan statue.
DINING: � e Bright Star and Bob Syke’s BBQ are our longest serving dining options. Both are ready to feed you with excellent cuisine in their own unique way. Outstanding food from Southern cooking to Greek cuisine are available. Mexican, Chinese, Italian, Greek, Korean, Middle Eastern and European cuisine can all be enjoyed with just a short drive. � ere are numerous down home cafes with outstanding Southern cooking like fried chicken, grits, turnip greens, and on and on. You will be hungry and the area restaurants are ready to make you remember their food long a� er you try it.
SHOPPING: Tannehill Colonial Promenade, Letson Farms, � e Summit, Hoover’s Galleria, all compliment the historic downtown Bessemer business district with shopping and retail outlets available. Exits 1 and 6 on I-459 and exit 108 on I-20/59 are bustling with retail activity and almost anything you want to buy. Add to that the Hueytown and Hoover areas and there is no shortage of shopping adventure ready for you. If you are looking for out of the way retail shops they abound in northern Bibb, eastern Tuscaloosa and northern Shelby Counties all just a very short drive from Bessemer. Our retail businesses are open and customer friendly, whatever you are ready for you will � nd.
FUTURE: We are ready for more, are you? Bessemer and western Je� erson County are planning many added niceties for its citizens, life improves daily. Growth, quality of life, energy and excellent leadership make the western Je� erson County region ready for you. Are you ready for the Bessemer experience?
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Nestled in the lower foothills of the Appalachian range lies Jones Valley. Distributed throughout this area was black gold – no, not the liquid kind, but rich seams of coal. � e ingredients for an industrial iron and steel making center, which would rival any in the United States, were in close proximity - iron ore, coal, and limestone. Rail lines crossed the area thereby providing easy movement of raw materials, people, and � nished products. A city called Birmingham was emerging and blast furnaces were do� ing the landscape.
Armed with a vision, a blueprint of a well laid out city to be called Brooklyn, and investors with at least $100,000 each, Henry Fairchild DeBardeleben (son-in-law of Alabama’s � rst millionaire Daniel Pra� ) embarked on his mission. On April 12, 1887 the � rst lots were sold, totaling more than $400,000 by the close of the day—the City of Bessemer was born! Henry had changed the name to something more appropriate for iron making (Sir Henry Bessemer in England had invented the Bessemer converter which changed the iron/steel making process). By the end of the � rst year, Bessemer’s population had grown so rapidly, the town was dubbed “� e Marvel City”.
� e town quickly established a functioning government, its own
The Marvel City is Ready to Make History...
school system, water works, electric company, and a health director (which was very important). Construction of roads, houses, churches, and businesses to meet the needs of the workers and the new residents was started in earnest. � e young town of Bessemer also bragged of � e Hotel Montezuma; dismantled and shipped by rail to Bessemer, this building was actually the Mexican Exhibit at the1884-1885 New Orleans Exposition. DeBardeleben even had the forethought to care for future generations by establishing a park in the downtown area. Today, an original Viquesney Dough Boy Statue which honors those who paid the ultimate price in World War I is the focal point of DeBardeleben Park.
A local newspaper of 1900 predicted that by the year 2000, the city of Bessemer would stretch 100 miles. By the 1920s Bessemer ranked the fourth largest city in Alabama and persisted in ful� lling that earlier newspaper prediction.
Life continued in Bessemer. A search through old Bessemer newspapers reiterates the fact that history repeats itself with each generation. Newspapers reported good news, bad news, and a lot of advertisement; today television and other electronic devices provide the same type of information. Births, deaths, and weddings occurred; the � u bug seemed to transcend the years; accidents happened; elections were held; government o� cials were at odds; businesses came and went.
Over the years, however, poor leadership at local, state, and national levels brought recessions, depressions, and other economic woes to Bessemer. Fires destroyed many early landmarks, while heavy reliance on a few industries brought economic downturns as more jobs were outsourced and demands for some products dwindled or disappeared.Tannehill Valley: Covered Bridge
Tannehill on the Creek
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By the 1980s, Bessemer had reached 33% unemployment. Diversi� cation of industry became the buzz word for survival. And diversify she did! New industry was recruited and small businesses were encouraged to grow. Jobs returned and the city once again began recovery from yet another recession.
And now, over 125 years later, the City of Bessemer still stands through many trials and tribulations! Most of the smoke is gone because the industries have changed Passenger trains no longer stop in Bessemer, many of the mines have been “worked out”, and there are no longer livery stables or bicycle repair shops downtown to serve the citizens. But Bessemer still thrives! Why?
� e true wealth of Bessemer lies in her people—those who came to create be� er lives for themselves and their families, those who stayed, and those who used their talents to continue a vision of the founders of the Marvel City. Today, entrepreneurship still � ourishes and dreams for the city continue. � e people of this city realize that the city is always changing, reforming, revitalizing, adapting—to meet the needs of a global economy. � e people have survived over 125 years of change and so has the city!
A quote from � e Bessemer Workman on June 13,
1900 provides timeless advice to the people of Bessemer for any generation: Show to the world that the Marvel City is alive and in the march of progress, that she knows no backward step, and here can be found a generous people, proud of their city, their progress, and anxious to let the world know of her success and the enterprise of her people.
� e Marvel City is ready...Are You?
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From pasture land to dense forests, from urban areas to rural, lots to acres, it is all here ready for you to build that dream home. And yes we say home for living in western Je� erson County becomes a home not just a house or habitat. Home is where your heart is
and you will � nd your heart loves our area.
If you want a home on a lake, a stream or a river, we have just the place for you. Need seclusion, you have it here. Want good neighbors, then our developments are just for you. Ross Bridge, Lake Cyrus, Rock Mountain Lakes, Russet Woods, Letson Farms, are outstanding upscale
developments with many homes for sale and lots to build on. � ere are 5-20 acre parcels available throughout the area for those who want space with gently rolling hills to � at pasture land. Excellent estate and large-lot sites are numerous. It is all here ready for you.
All the modern high tech amenities for your home are ready, convenient shopping, and an outstanding quality of life await
Bessemer is Ready with Variety and Spacious Residential Developments, Your Home...
you and your family. Wherever you locate in southwestern Je� erson County you will love it. Check out the homes ready for you, with good neighbors and customer friendly businesses.
Existing housing is readily available with numerous middle to upper scale subdivisions do� ing the Hoover, McCalla, Hueytown, Pleasant Grove and Bessemer area. Include the eastern Tuscaloosa and northern Shelby and Bibb county areas and there are both existing homes and vacant land to build for your familly. Outstanding schools are available in the area including the Je� erson County, Tuscaloosa County, Bessemer City, Bibb County and Hoover school systems. Several private schools are also available such as Bessemer Academy and Saint Aloysius.
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For nearly 50 years, Medical West continues to provide high quality health care to the residents of Bessemer and West Je� erson County. � is local Bessemer hospital has seen many changes since it � rst opened as Bessemer Memorial in 1964.
In 1973, Medical West became part of the Carraway system and was renamed Bessemer Carraway. In 2002, the hospital became UAB Medical West when it joined the UAB Health System. Most recently, the hospital became a healthcare authority (2006) and is now known as Medical West, an a� liate of the UAB Health System.
Medical West is a 300-bed acute care hospital o� ering a wide range of diagnostic, surgical, medical, and emergency services. Primary care physicians, specialists, and sub-specialists have o� ces located on the Medical West main campus. Residents of Hueytown, McCalla, Tannehill, Vance and Hoover bene� t from the
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convenience of Medical West family practice and internal medicine health centers in their neighborhoods.
Over the past several years, the hospital has added many new services and new state of the art technology. � e Medical West Advanced Wound Center, which houses two hyperbaric oxygen chambers, opened in August 2010. � e clinic averages around 4,000 visits each year. In 2012, Medical West opened HealthWorks, an Occupational Medicine clinic that currently
serves many of our local businesses with health care for their employees. Also in 2012, the hospital added a new 64 slice CT Scanner with Cardiac capabilities and Digital Mammography. Recent hospital renovations include the new Women’s Center and a 25-bed Geriatric Psych Unit.
In addition to our local hospital we have the Medical West Healthworks Occupational Medicine Clinic, Medical West, Park West, Bessemer, Vance and Hueytown Health Centers. Add to these Brookwood Occupational Medicine-McCalla,
Utmost Health Care Center, Gambro Health Care -Bessemer, Baptist Health Center-Bessemer, Middle Creek Emergency Care, and Tenet Healthcare-McCalla. Anything you, your family or your business needs as far as quality health care is ready to serve you.
During the last one hundred and � � y years no community in the southern part of the United States has relied more on industrial production than the Birmingham-Bessemer Alabama region. It truly has been the lifeblood for growth for the entire region. And to a lesser degree that is still true however there has been great diversi� cation of the workforce in recent years. Currently the strongest industrial and distribution growth numbers are in the West Je� erson County/Bessemer area. � is growth is based on a number factors including: many available sites, existing buildings, utilities on site, great transportation access, a high quality work force, excellent labor-management relations with existing industries, very reasonable cost of doing business and most importantly very pro-business oriented governments.
� ere are presently thirteen industrial/business parks located
within ten miles of each other in the Bessemer area. � e parks range in size from 9 acres to 740 acres and are very diversi� ed, and eleven of these parks are owned by private owners or by the city of Bessemer and have space available for upscale o� ce operations, warehouse-distribution facilities and heavy and light manufacturing. Many of the parks have rail access.
In addition, the Je� erson County Economic Development Authority ( JCEIDA) maintains and operates two large parks in the Bessemer area. � e JCEIDA properties, known as Je� Met, are � rst class operations that have a high quality clientele. Companies such as Home Depot, Mercedes Benz, Wells Fargo and Blue Cross-Blue Shield call Je� Met home. Of the two JCEIDA parks, Je� Met Lakeshore is primarily an o� ce oriented data center site with approximately 120 acres available for development.
We Are Ready For Development...Are You?Submi� ed by � eodore J. vonCannon, Executive Director of the Je� erson County Economic and Industrial Development Authority
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www.mccalladental.com 205.477.4242
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Located near shopping mecas such as Letson Farms, Hoover’s Galleria, � e Summit, Downtown Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, all of which add to the uniqueness that is Downtown Bessemer, the area is a shoppers heaven. Surrounding the City are interstates which provide easy access to any shopping adventure. I459, I20/59, and Hwy 150 o� er convenient paths to shops ready to serve you.
Retail developers will � nd a climate that is business friendly, from the State Government in Montgomery, the Je� erson County Commission, to the City of Bessemer. Mayor Kenneth Gulley and the City Council are working tirelessly to spread the word, Bessemer is open to business. Contact the City or the Chamber for information.
� e business community working through the Chamber promotes the theme of Buy Bessemer First. We live by that policy and encourage our citizens to follow it, support our local businesses and shop local. Small business is the heart blood of any community and Bessemer is blessed with some of the best.
Retail customers look for convenience, quality, price and uniqueness. � e Bessemer area has it all. Discount stores, major
Bessemer is Ready for Retail Development....
chains, local shops and small unique retailers. From sporting goods at one of the South’s most noted stores, Simmons Sporting Goods, to the rare antique and hand made wares at the Paisley Pig, downtown Bessemer is a great shopping experience. Furniture row is downtown with Standard Furniture and As Is Furniture, United Textiles for those unique rugs and so� goods. Amazing and thri� y, that marks the downtown area. For an additional adventure in shopping roam northern Shelby, Bibb and eastern Tuscaloosa Counties.
We have great business leaders such as Jerry Cherner ( Je� erson Realty), Keith Pennington (Medical West), B.K. “Skipper” Goodwin (First Financial), John & Faye Anderson (Manufacturing Packaging), Hank Tyler (Henry H. Tyler Enterprises), Don Holmes, Joe Adams (ADCO), Vaughn Burrell (Long Lewis) and many, many more. Small to Large businesses, retail to manufacturing, we have leadership at all levels. Always working for Bessemer are local business owners: Joni Holt (Holt Insurance), Anthony Underwood (Anthony Underwood Automotive), Billy Parsons (CPA), Stacey Craig (Bright Star) and Van Sykes (Bob Sykes BBQ). � ese are leaders by example.
In civic a� airs the leadership continues with elected o� cials at all levels of government knowing that economic development is primary to making the area a true dream. � e Mayor of Bessemer, Kenneth Gulley, is a past Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce. Sarah Belcher, a City Council member, is a Chamber Ambassador. � e other members of the Council, Ron Marshall, David Vance, Donna � igpen, Cleo King, Chester Porter, and Jesse Mathews all work for or own businesses in the area. � ese civic servants are area assets for our business community. Put the local leaders together with County Commissioner Jimmie Stephens, State Senator Priscilla Dunn, plus State Representatives Alan Farley and Lawrence McAdory, you have a team focused on growing the businesses in Bessemer and western Je� erson County.
Located at the intersection of major interstate highways, crisscrossed by rail lines, access to a vital waterway and having its own local airport, Bessemer is located in a business friendly area. Add to this our own Bessemer Airport, the most modern communications systems available (A� ), abundant electrical supply (TVA and Alabama Power), a duel water system (Bessemer Water and Birmingham Water), and all the natural gas you could ask for from Alagasco. � e “corridor” from Bessemer to Tuscaloosa along I 20/59 ranks as one of the nation’s top industrial development corridors in the nation. Most communities can only dream of what is available in western Je� erson County.
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Je� Met McCalla consists of 734 acres with manufacturing operations and warehousing/assembly/and distribution facilities located there. � is park is directly served by Norfolk Southern Rail main line.
Immediately adjacent to the McCalla Je� Met Park is the new Birmingham Norfolk Southern Intermodal Facility. � e McCalla Park is also located less than one mile from Intestate 20/59 and less than three miles from Interstate 459. Also, Mercedes Benz, North America is located less than 15 miles west of Je� Met McCalla.
Location is everything and the western Je� erson County region has it all. Poised between Tuscaloosa and Birmingham on one of the fastest growing industrial development corridors in the nation, the Bessemer Area has the facilities and sites to a� ract a diversity of business expansion. We are ready to help you locate with other successful businesses.
With a county population of more than 600,000 residents, Je� erson County and the Bessemer area can provide the workforce and support services for any type of business. As the fastest growing area of Je� erson County, the Bessemer region looks forward to welcoming new businesses to the area, while providing support and assistance to existing companies. In addition, the Bessemer business community has an incubator for beginning businesses that helps small businesses get a start, its own airport for business use and a Mayor and City Council that are focused on bringing jobs and growth to the Bessemer area. Bessemer is a great place to work and live. Let us show you we are ready to help you grow.
We Are Ready for Development, continued � om page 20
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As parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, etc., we should all be readily involved with our local schools. Do we know what is happening in the schools and do we hold the educators accountable? Do we read to our own children? Can we spend time helping a child read? Are we there on workdays and clean up projects? Do we support the teachers and administrators? As businesses, do we hire the educated work force we need?
Bessemer City, McAdory, Oak Grove, and Hueytown High Schools, as well as Bessemer Academy are ready to educate our next generation workforce. Partnered with Lawson State Community College and I� Tech these high schools focus not only on preparing our students for college but for the technical skills industry requires. Our business community takes pride in our community schools and providing a ready work force.
Lawson State Community College impacts the region in a positive and professional way. Not only has it had a regional impact but it also impacts all of the cities located in our area especially Bessemer. Lives have been enriched because of the availability of education, training, and growth in our work force in this region due to Lawson State Community College. � e entire western area business community praises Lawson State for its contributions to our economy. Maya Angelou said it this way, “I have learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Lawson State makes us feel capable, ready for success.
� e other education shining light in western Je� erson County is I� Technical Institute located at Exit 6 on I-459. It is a jewel in our economic development recruitment package. � e faculty and sta� at I� Tech go about their service to the community with humility and professionalism. � e employees follow the example of their leadership in this statement from Jonas Salk when he said, “I feel that the greatest reward for doing is the opportunity to do more.”
With major universities located within driving distance, a young person can be ready for any career and this can be realized while staying close to home. � e University of Alabama, Montevallo
University, Samford University, Birmingham-Southern College, Miles College and the University of Alabama-Birmingham are outstanding education providers.
As homeowners and business owners, the be� er the school system is in our area, the more valuable our property becomes. Homeowners and business people know the value of a quality school and providing our children with a quality education. � e Bessemer business community is doing those things that will improve the quality of education and the quality of the schools. � is includes facing the di� cult problems and making the hard decisions such as how to adequately fund our schools.
� e Chamber’s e� orts include the Adopt-a-School program which is an easy way for local businesses to be involved in our schools. � is takes some time but not much if any money. A business can be involved with the school of its choice in reading, mentoring, and participating with the students and teachers. � is is a simple process that gets a company recognition and helps the schools at the same time.
It is appropriate that we remember the dedication and sacri� ce of all those involved in the education of our children on the local level. � ose that truly care about education are found working in the schools, helping teachers, and asking what more they can do. Bessemer business people have a sel� sh reason to be both supportive and involved with our schools. � ese young people will be the men and women who soon will be our employees, leaders, decision makers and bosses. � ey are the work force of the future and our job is to ready them for the future.
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Bessemer Area Map & Important Information
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Animal Control ................................................. (205) 426-5586City Information .............................................. (205) 424-4060
• City Clerk• Building & Inspections• Economic Development• GIS/Information Technology• Mayor’s O� ce
Civic Center ...................................................... (205) 424-9388Fire Department ............................................... (205) 428-5151Fleet Maintenance ........................................... (205) 425-3291Municipal Court ............................................... (205) 426-8602Parks and Recreation ....................................... (205) 428-1124Police Department ........................................... (205) 481-4351Public Improvements Department ............... (205) 424-4084
MayorKenneth Gulley
City CouncilCity Council President Sarah Belcher, District 3
City Council President Pro-Tem Donna � igpen, District 4David Vance, District 1
Chester Porter, District 2Ron Marshall, District 5
Jesse Ma� hews, District 6Cleophus King, District 7
Bessemerby the Numbers
Population: 28,772 (2010)Males: 13,042 (45.3%)
Females: 15,730 (54.7%)Median Age: 35.9 years
Median Household Income: $27,332
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must eat location. Many oriental restaurants such as the Jade Garden and China King are in the area as are many Mexican restaurants like Habanero’s and San Antonio Grill. Cat� sh and hush puppies at Ezell’s Cat� sh Cabin are excellent. Bessemer is ready and more than happy to share a meal with you.
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Dining in Bessemer is exceptional because you start with our two longest serving restaurants, � e Bright Star and Bob Syke’s BBQ. � ey are both on the list of places you have to eat in Alabama before you die. Try them and � nd out why they help make Bessemer ready to feed you and your family.
Since its inception in 1907, � e Bright Star Restaurant has been located in downtown Bessemer, and it has been a � xture in Bessemer’s Realty Building for 97 out of those 105 years. In a sense, � e Bright Star has grown with downtown Bessemer, beginning as a 30 seat restaurant and having evolved into the 300 seat restaurant it is today. � e Restaurant receives pedestrian tra� c from individuals shopping at local merchants such as Simmons Sporting Goods, United Textiles, and Standard Furniture. � e downtown location has increased its banquet business with large groups such as � e Bessemer Board of Realtors and other civic organizations. Easy access o� the I-20/59 Interstate exit 112 also enables � e Bright Star to a� ract guests from Birmingham and
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Tuscaloosa as well as surrounding counties. Fortunate to be located in downtown Bessemer the Bright Star will make your dream dining come true.
Van Sykes continues the tradition that his parents began in 1956: great barbecue and exceptional customer service. Dining at Bob Sykes BBQ begins with the aroma of slow cooked meat greeting you as you exit your car. You enter to see a grill full of pork, beef, and chicken with their long time sta� working tirelessly to help you get the best meal you can � nd. From ribs to cheeseburgers you can’t go wrong. Sandwiches, BBQ plates, onion rings, fries, even large pickles are there for the tasting. Eating with Van and his sta� you feel at home, they make the atmosphere cozy and warm. Located on the old Bessemer Super Highwy (9th Avenue in Bessemer) Bob Sykes is one of the places to eat before you die.
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304 N 19th Street | Bessemer, Al 35020 Phone- 205.424.9444 | Fax- 205.426.3904
For More Information including our History, Menus and Directions, please visit www.thebrightstar.com.
EXPERIENCE WHAT GENERATIONS OF GUESTS HAVE ENJOYED FOR OVER 105 YEARSExcellence in Food and Service from Alabama's Oldest Family Owned Restaurant
" We think The Bright Star is the best overall restaurant in the Birmingham/Bessemer area for food, quality, service and staff friendliness."
--- Harold Fisher - October 2013
Voted Best Steak in 2012 by the Alabama Cattlemen's Association
Designated an "American Classic" by the James Beard Foundation in 2010
Recognized by CNN.com as a Top Ten Historic Restaurant
Jimmy and Nicky Koikos recognized at Restauranteurs of the Year in 2011 by the Alabama Restaurant Association
Bright Star Broiled Seafood Platter recognized by Alabama Tourism Board as one of the Top 100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama Like us on
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CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP LISTINGRefer to main list for contact information
ACCOUNTING Russell & Company, LLC CPA The Principal & Associates CPA William Parsons CPA AIRCRAFT SERVICESouthCoast Propeller Service AIRPORT Bessemer Airport Authority ALTERATIONS Von Tailoring & Alterations ALUMINUM RECYCLINGBermco Aluminum AMBULANCE SERVICERegional Paramedical Services Rural Metro Ambulance Service AMERICAN LEGIONBessemer Cut Off American Legion ATTORNEYBains & Terry, PC Bingham at Law Cynthia Parris Smith, Attorney at Law David J. Hobdy, Attorney at LawKathryn L. ‘Sunny’ Lippert, Atorney Killings & Poe LLC Paden & Paden, PC Stone, Patton, Kierce & Freeman AttorneysThe Noble Firm Thrash Law Firm AUTOMOBILE REPAIRAuto Tune General Auto & Truck Repair AUTOMOBILE Anthony Underwood Automobile SalesHwy 150 Buyers Way Inc. Landers McCarty Dodge Chrysler Jeep Long Lewis Ford Moore Nissan Premiere Chevrolet, Inc. Town & Country Ford AVIATION Air Ops, LLC AWARDS / PLAQUES /
TROPHIES American Pride Trophies & Awards BAIL BONDING JM Bail Bonding, Inc. BANK First Financial Bank Jefferson Credit Union Regions Bank - Bessemer Regions Bank- Birmingham Trustmark National Bank BARBER Klassic Cuts BASEBALL TEAM Birmingham Barons BATH REMODELING Bath Fitter
BEAUTY DISTRIBUTORVisions Beauty Dist. BEAUTY SALON J. Renee’s Styling Salon Madly Myle Salon Salon Lisa Brown Advanced Academy BEVERAGES / SNACKS
/ COFFEE Buffalo Rock Company, Inc. BOILER COMPANY ADCO Boiler Company BOWLING CENTER Holiday Bowl Fun Center, Inc. BUSINESSDEVELOPMENTBessemer Business Incubation SystemCABLE TV Bright House Networks CAR CARE Express Oil Change CARPET AND TILE Brian’s Abbey Flooring Center CATERER Jazzy Lady Catering CHAMBER OF COMMERCEBessemer Area Chamber of CommerceBirmingham Business Alliance Graysville Chamber of Commerce Greater Gardendale Chamber Greater Irondale COC Greater Shelby County COC Homewood Chamber of Commerce Hoover Chamber of Commerce Hueytown Chamber of Commerce
South Shelby Chamber of Commerce U. S. Chamber of Commerce Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION Joe Beasley Memorial Foundation Inc. CHARTER BUS SERVICE New Generation Charters CHEMICALS Harcros Chemicals, Inc.Hill ManufacturingCHILD CARE CENTER Busy Bee Child Care Center CHIROPRACTOR Morgan Chiropractic & Wellness CenterCHURCH - AMEAllen Temple AME Church CHURCH - BAPTIST Bethel Baptist Church Canaan Baptist Church First Baptist Church Carver Flinthill Baptist ChurchGrace Life Baptist Church Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist Church New Bethlehem Baptist Church New Jerusalem Baptist Church Rock Mountain Lakes Baptist Church Shady Grove Missionary Baptist ChurchSixth Avenue Beulah Baptist Church St. Peter Primitive Baptist Church The Baptist Church at McAdoryCHRISTIAN First Christian Church
CHURCH - LUTHERANGrace Lutheran Church CHURCH - METHODISTMorgan United Methodist Church CHURCH - PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church CHURCH – CHURCH
OF GOD OF PROPHECY
Church of God of Prophecy State OfficeCITY GOVERNMENT Bessemer City Council Bessemer Community & Industrial DevBessemer Development Board Bessemer Police Department City of Bessemer Multiple
Departments CIVIC CENTERBessemer Civic Center CLEANING SERVICE Cintas Corporation UniFirst CLOTH GOODS United Textiles CLUBS / ORGANIZATIONS Bessemer Business & Professional WomenBessemer Civitan ClubBessemer Elks Lodge #721 Bessemer Historical Homeowners AssocBessemer Rotary Club Concerned Citizens of BessemerKiwanis Club of Bessemer
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Contact us for assistance in starting a business or maintaining/growing an existing business.
O� ce Phone Number: 205.481.2000Email: [email protected]
Devron Veasley - Director
“Developing Business Today, For Tomorrow”
COLLEGE ITT Technical Institute Lawson State Community College COMMERCIAL WASTEMoore Coal Company COMMUNITY BLOOD
CENTER Lifesouth Community Blood Center COMPUTER CONSULTING Creative Approach Technologies CONSTRUCTION Creative Land Services, Inc. Masonry Arts, Inc. Vulcan Materials WD Construction CONSULTING Development Solutions CONTRACTOR Straight Line Striping, Inc. COPIERS Konica Minolta Business Solutions CPR TRAINING Trio Safety, LLC DAYCARE Jesus Christian Daycare & School Just Like Home Day Care, Inc. DENTAL Foundry Dental Center McCalla DentalMcCalla Orthodonticsn& Pediatric
DentistrySarrell Original Dental & Eye Center
DEPARTMENT STOREWal-MartSam’s ClubDIGITAL MEDIA Highlands Digital Media DISTRIBUTION CENTERDollar General DOCTOR American Family Care Bessemer Family Practice Dr. Rita Armitage Dr. John S. Bivona, DMD, PADr. Steven O’Sheal Dr. Richard Stephen Surgery South, LLC Thomas C. Pendleton, MD West Jefferson Internal Medicine PC DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION Gone For Good Secure Document Destruction DONUT SHOPDonut Joe’sDRUGSTOREEastern Valley Drugs, Inc. FMS Pharmacy Walgreens Weldon Pharmacy EDUCATION Bessemer Academy Bessemer Board of Education Bessemer Board of Education Assoc Bessemer City High School
ELECTRICIANS Astro Electrical Company, Inc ENGINEERING Barge, Waggoner, Sumner and Cannon, Inc.Engineering, Environmental & Forestry SvcENTERTAINMENT TK Productions & Events LLC EYE CARE Bessemer Eye Clinic McCalla Eye Care CenterEagle Vision Eye Care Inc. Wallace Optometry Associates FABRICATION AHR Metals FINANCIAL SERVICESAll American Check CashingAmerica’s First Federal Credit Union
(Bessemer & McCalla) Marvel City Federal Credit Union Primerica Financial Services
FIRE DEPARTMENT Bessemer Fire Department Bessemer Firefighters Local 980 FLEA MARKET Bessemer Flea Market FLORIST Alexander Unity Flowers & Gifts FOOTCARE Family First Footcare, PC FOUNDRY CASTING
PATTERNS Grede Castings Integrity FUNERAL HOME Brown Service Funeral Home Chambers Funeral Home, Inc. Johnson Memorial Funeral Directors McCalla Memorial Funeral Home, LLC Peoples Chapel FURNITURE As-Is Furniture, Inc. Standard Furniture Company
3979 Parkwood Road, Bessemer, AL 35022
205.436.2866
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GOLF COURSE Bent Brook Golf Course Charles Miller - Fairway 1 Frank House Municipal Golf Course GOVERNMENT – DISTRICT ATTORNEYDistrict Attorney Jefferson County-
Bessemer DivisionGOVERNMENT – DISTRICT JUDGE Edward B. Vines, District Judge GOVERNMENT - JUDGEJudge Eric Fancher Judge Lynneice Washington GOVERNMENT – MUNICIPAL COURT Bessemer Municipal Court GOVERNMENT - SENATOR Senator Priscilla Dunn GROCERY STORE Food Giant Inc. Fourth Avenue Supermarket Publix Torme Foods Winn Dixie HEALTHCARE Noland Health Services HEATING AND AIR Bennett’s Heating and Cooling Brown Heating & Cooling DeMotte Heating & Cooling L & M Heating & Air Norrell Heating & Air Conditioning Co. Standard Heating & Air HOME HEALTH CARE &
HOSPICE Comfort Care Home Health & Hospice Hospice Services of Alabama Vitas Innovative Hospice Care of BessemerHOSPITAL Baptist Health System Brookwood Medical CenterMedical West Princeton Baptist Medical Center Princeton Hoover HOTEL Best Western Plus Comfort Inn Country Inn & Suites Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Holiday Inn Express Quality Inn Sleep Inn Value Place Bessemer HOUSING AUTHORITYThe Housing Authority of the City of
BessemerINDIVIDUALS A. Scott Roebuck Albert Soles Amos Rembert, Jr.
Benny & Ericka Watson Bessie Pippens Calvin Thomas Charles King Cliff VasserDaryl OwensEarl Cochran Frederick Dudley Gip Gipson Greg Harris Henry H. Tyler James N. Caldwell Jill Ganus VeitchJoe LovoyKeith Mahaffey Lee Chamoun Marquise Dailey Megan Haas Greer Merdith Byrom Mike Shelly Mildred Posey Nelda Pate Ora Foster Pat Moore Peggy S. McCoyRep. Merika Coleman Rita F. Morris Rosa L. Scott Sherry E McClain Shirley Horn Syble Lamons Wayne Alexander William R. Winn INDUSTRIAL CLEANING
CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING
Chem Station of Alabama INSURANCE Alfa Insurance - Stephen Pate Byron Eaton Agency Corkren Insurance LLCGerren Whitlock, Agent- State Farm Ins.Holt Insurance Agency Inc. Humana MarketPoint Julie Bell, Agent - State Farm Insu PAC Insurance Agency, Inc. Stan White, Agent- State Farm Ins.INVESTMENT BANKINGBenchmark Securities, LLC JEWELRY Loyle Seymour Jewelry Corp. Inc. LANDSCAPING Miguel & Crew Landscaping LIBRARY Bessemer Public Library LOCK SERVICE Commercial Lock Service MANUFACTURER –
MODULAR BUILDINGSModular Connections, LLC MANUFACTURER -
PLASTIC Plastipak Packaging, Inc.
MANUFACTURER – CUSTOM FIREBRICK SHAPES
Special Shapes Refractory Co. MANUFACTURER - INDUSTRIAL GREDE - Bessemer MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION Ala-Three, LLC (non-emergency) MINI STORAGE Metro Mini Storage & Truck Rental MUSEUM Bessemer Hall of History NEWSPAPER The Western Star NON PROFIT A. G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club Alabama Technology Network American Red Cross - Bessemer Bessemer Equality Bessemer Farmers Market Bessemer Main Street Dunbar Abrams Foundation Jimmie Hale Mission Legacy YMCA National Wild Turkey Federation Rock Mountain Lakes Landowners
Association Inc. West Jefferson County Historical SocietyWest Jefferson Technical Education
Endowment & Trust Xi Sigma of Beta Sigma PhiNURSING HOME Golden Living Center Meadowood Oak Trace Care and Rehabilitation CtrTerrace Oaks Care and Rehabilitation
Center OFFICE EQUIPMENT Dex Imaging PACKAGING Manufacturers Packaging Services PAINT Sherwin Williams Company PALLETS Coxco, Inc. Wilson Pallet and Packaging, Inc. PEST CONTROL Guaranty Pest Control PHOTOGRAPHY Larry O. Gay, PhotographyPizazz StudioPHYSICAL THERAPY Therapy South - Bessemer/McCalla PHYSICIANS Alabama Radiologists, PC PIPE & SUPPLY Southland Pipe & Supply PLUMBING Chapman Plumbing PRESCHOOL Ms. Kim’s Kids Preschool & Learning
PRINTING Craftsman Printing Inc. Southern Nameplate & Graphics The Trinity Design Group, LLC PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION Glenn Shepard Seminars PROPANE SALES & SVC.Ferrell GasREAL ESTATE Bessemer Board of Realtors Birmingham Association of Realtors EGS Commercial Real Estate Jefferson Real Estate Paden Realty & Appraisals Realty South-Over the Mountain-Alford AveSebro Realty South Pointe Partners Weaver Land & Realty, Inc.West Town Plaza Assoc., Ltd. RECYCLING American Can Inc. Highway 150 Recycling RENTALS - EQUIPMENTB & C Rental Center RESCUE MISSION The Foundry Ministries RESTAURANT Boateng’s Cajun Creations Restaurant Bob Sykes Barbecue Bright Star Restaurant, The Chick-Fil ACWC Group LLC dba Firehouse Subs Kaylyn’s (Food for the Soul) LLC McAlisters Deli San Antonio Grill Sneaky Pete’s Sonic of Bessemer The Fish Market Restaurant The New Morgan Road Café
CYNTHIA PARRIS SMITH ATTORNEY AT LAW
1823 Third Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
205.585.7408 (Cell) 205.428.4880 (Fax)
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RESTORATION - CLEANUP
Servpro RESTORATION - SERVICE Restoration Xpress, Inc. RETAIL Big Lots Design Savvy Outlet LLC Henry Oil Company Tractor Supply Company Ward-McLure FurnitureWatermark Place RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Oaks on Parkwood ROOFING Four Hearts LLC SAFETY TRAINING Training Associates, Inc. SALVATION ARMY The Salvation Army SERVICE Whiting Services, Inc. SHIPPING The UPS Store SERVICE MAINTENANCEJeffcoat & Associates, LLC SMALL LOANSSecurity Finance SPECIALIZED ENGINEERING SERVICESAerotec SPORTING GOODS Butch Wilson Sporting Goods Simmons Sporting Goods SPORTS MEDICINESouthlake Orthopaedics Sports Medicine &
Spine Center, PC
STAFFING Aerotek Core Focus Personnel, Inc. Stellar Staffing, LLC STEEL KGS Steel, Inc. STORAGE Jimmy Storage Center Uncle Bobs Storage TAX ASSESSOR Jefferson Co. Courthouse- Asst. Tax
Assessor TELECOMMUNICATIONSAT & T THEATRE Tannehill Premiere Cinema TIRE SHOP TE Tire and Battery TOWING & REPAIR Bessemer’s Towing ServiceRonald’s Sales and Service TRUCK SALES / PARTS
/ SERVICESLong-Lewis Sterling TRUCKING ASSOCIATION Alabama Trucking Association URGENT CARE CLINICMiddle Creek Medical Center, PC Utmost Healthcare Center UROLOGY CENTER Urology Centers of Alabama UTILITY Alabama Gas Corporation Alabama Power Company Bessemer Utilities S & G Waldrop Electric, Inc. VETERINARIAN Bessemer-McCalla Animal ClinicMcAdory Animal Clinic
WATER PARK Splash Adventure WEBSITE SERVICE WideNet Consulting LLC WEIGHT LOSSVisalus- Body by Vi WHOLESALE
DISTRIBUTIONMcKesson Corporation WHOLESALE
MANUFACTURER Milo’s Tea Company WHOLESALE NURSERYTotal Scape Farms
WINDOWS & DOORS Builders Millwork LLC
WRECKER SERVICE Wheeler Wrecker Service YOGURT Top This - Yogurt & Ice Cream YOUTH ORGANIZATION
Boy Scouts of America-Greater Alabama Couoncil
OTHERVG Transports
ThePRINCIPAL
&ASSOCIATES
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS “Moving Forward All The Time”
2100 South Bridge Parkway, Suite 650P.O. Box 360973 Birmingham, Alabama 35236
205-542-9874Fax 205-822-0539
Eugene Pitts, CPAChief Executive Officer
www.tpaaccountants.com
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Bessemer Chamber 2014 Member Directory
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A. G. Gaston Boys & Girls ClubRichard Curry2501 Clarendon AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-4051www.aggbgc.orgNon [email protected]
ADCO Boiler CompanyJoe Adams, Courtney Richard3657 Pine Lane, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-2326; (205) 428-2395www.adcoboiler.comBoiler [email protected];
AerotecJim Dow, Leilani Kirkes560 Mitchell Field RoadBessemer, AL 35022 (205) 428-6444; (205) 428-2666www.aerotecusa.comSpecialized Engineering [email protected]
Aerotek Jeremy Gilbert1800 International Park Dr.Birmingham, AL 35243(205) 968-6119; (205) [email protected]
AHR MetalsCheryl Orton#20 Division StreetBessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-8888; (205) 428-9983www.ahrmetals.comFabrication, Mechanical [email protected]
Air Ops, LLCJohnathan F. Austin1030 Mitchell Field RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-2377; (888) [email protected]
Alabama Gas CorporationJerrellis Melton, Philip Richards901 Industrial Park CircleBessemer, AL 35022-6082(205) 326-2746; (205) 428-9879www.alagasco.comUtilities, [email protected]; philip.
Alabama Power CompanyJon Staggs2901 Allison Bonnett Memorial Dr.Hueytown, AL 35023
(800) 245-2244; (205) [email protected]
Alabama Radiologists, PCJeff Cutler, Keith Chesser2000 A SouthBridge Pkwy Ste 300Birmingham, AL 35209(205) 481-7155 Physicians; Surgeons
Alabama Technology NetworkLaVada Varner, Cassandra SpencerLawson State ACATT Bldg., 3060Wilson Rd SWBirmingham, AL 35221(205) 929-2047; (205) 856-8014www.atn.orgNon Profit; Workforce Development
[email protected];[email protected]
Alabama Trucking AssociationTim FrazierP. O. Box 242337 Montgomery, AL 36117(334) 834-3983; (334) 262-6504www.alabamatrucking.orgTrucking [email protected]
Ala-Three, LLCJanice Warhurst1927 11th Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(888) 599-2050; (205) 744-3829www.emtalabama.comMedical Transportation
(Non Emergency)[email protected]
Alexander Unity Flowers & GiftsLouise Alexander2302 Ninth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-5700Florist
Alfa Insurance - Stephen Pate833 Greensprings Hwy. Ste 111Birmingham, AL 35209(205) 290-0140; (866) [email protected]
All American Check CashingJason Stabbs1001 Ninth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-1511www.allamericancheckcashing.comFinancejason@allamericancheckcashing.com
Allen Temple AME ChurchRev. Lugenia Johnson917 22nd Street N., Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-5961; (205) 428-5980 [email protected]
American Can Inc.George Watkins, Bethany WatkinsPO Box 1083Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 428-4064; (205) 428-0270 [email protected]
American Family CareFelicia S. Fortune6554 Aaron Aronov DriveFairfield, AL 35064(205) 786-5022; (205) 786-5028www.americanfamilycare.com Doctor - Family [email protected]
American Pride Trophies & AwardsRod and Michelle Hodges1011 Ste. D Brooklane DriveHueytown, AL 35023(205) 744-0421; (205) 491-6916www.americanpridetrophies.comAwards / Plaques / [email protected]
American Red Cross - BessemerCherie Smith1720 Second Avenue, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-4131; (205) 428-0443www.redcross.orgNon [email protected]
America’s 1st Federal Credit Union - Bessemer
Cristy Richardson2131 19th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-8542; (205) 325-3989www.amfirst.orgFinancial Services, Credit Union [email protected]
America’s 1st Federal Credit Union - McCalla
Bonnie Norred4740 Eastern Valley RoadMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-9360; (205) 325-3911www.amfirst.orgFinancial Services, Credit [email protected]
Anthony Underwood Auto. SalesAnthony Underwood4006 Bessemer Super HwyBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-4033; (205) 424-4032
www.anthonyunderwood.comAutomobile Sales,Automobile [email protected]
As-Is Furniture, Inc.Rodney & Karen Goodwin1919 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-0195; (205) 425-0195www.asisbessemer.com Furniture Store [email protected]
Astro Electric Company, Inc.Charles Roland Jones1127 19th Street N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-0060; (205) 424-0072Electricians, Electrical [email protected]
AT & TGlyn Agnew600 N. 19th Str., 28th Floor B1Birmingham, AL 35203-2210(205) 714-0722; (205) 321-2699www.att.comTelecommunications,Long [email protected]
Auto TunePatrick Davis1311 Ninth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-8863; (205) 426-8863Automobile Repair
B & C Rental CenterCarl HarrisP. O. Box 367, Bessemer, AL 35021-0367(205) 424-5381; (205) 425-7805www.BandCRental.comRentals - [email protected]
Bains & Terry, P. C.Jon B. Terry1813 Third Avenue, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-1606; (205) [email protected]
Baptist Health SystemRoss Mitchell, Keith ParrottPO Box 830605Birmingham, AL 35283-0605(205) 715-5820; (205) [email protected]
Barge, Waggoner, Sumner and Cannon, Inc.
Barry Mott2047 W. Main St. Ste 1Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 793-6266; (334) [email protected]
Bath FitterEva Patterson434 Industrial Lane Ste GBirmingham, AL 35211(205) 876-1760; (205) 876-1799www.bathfitter.comBath [email protected]
Benchmark Securities, LLCWalter Lewis2100 Southbridge Pkwy S 650 Birmingham, AL 35209(205) 414-7511; (205) 414-7400www.benchmarksecurities.comInvestment [email protected]
Bennett’s Heating and CoolingBrian Bennett1602 Ninth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 987-1905 www.bennettsheatingandcoolingbham.org
Heating & [email protected]
Bent Brook Golf CourseWezzie Ezelle, Mickey Smith7900 Dickey Springs RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-9600; (205) 428-9625www.bentbrook.comGolf [email protected]
Bermco AluminumSteve Weinstein2201 Fifth Avenue, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 320-2419; (205) 320-2425www.bermco.comAluminum [email protected]
Bessemer AcademyJulie Kelley1705 Fourth Ave., SWBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-4545; (205) 426-8888www.bessemeracademy.comEducationadmissions@bessemeracademy.com
Bessemer Airport AuthorityNikki Jordan900 Mitchell FieldBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-7234; (205) 424-9949www.bessemerairportauthority.comAirportbaauthority@bham.rr.com
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YBessemer Area Chamber of CommerceRonald W. Acker, LaTasha Cook321 18th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-3253; (205) 425-4979www.bessemerchamber.comChamber of [email protected]@bellsouth.net
Bessemer B. O. E. - Angela Bedgood816 Westfield Drive, Fairfield, AL 35064(205) [email protected]
Bessemer B. O. E. - Cheree Craig3531 Eighth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 643-1341 Education [email protected]
Bessemer B. O. E. - Dr. Fred Primm, Supertintendent
1621 Fifth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 432-3000; (205) 432-3085 Education
Bessemer B. O. E. - Education Association
Kristie Jenkins417 Altamont DrivePleasant Grove, AL 35127(205) 383-7848Education
Bessemer B. O. E. - Lois Merriweather2030 Arlington AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-6039Education
Bessemer B. O. E. - Olivia Johnson1621 Fifth Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 432-3019; (205) [email protected]
Bessemer B. O. E. - Valerie & Jeffrey Simmons
1317 Red Rock CirclePleasant Grove, AL 35127(205) 744-3040; (205) [email protected]
Bessemer Board of RealtorsPam Segars MorrisPO Box 3399, Hueytown, AL 35023(205) 222-4894; (205) 436-8301www.pamsegarsmorris.comReal [email protected]
Bessemer Brown Service Funeral Home
Harlan Turman, Elizabeth Anne WallacePO Box 609, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 425-2424; (205) 428-2206Funeral [email protected]
Bessemer Business & Professional Women
Margaret Snider413 Laird Avenue, Hueytown, AL 35023(205) [email protected]
Bessemer Business Incubation SystemDevron Veasley, Joyce Quinn1020 Ninth Ave, SWBessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-2101; (205) 481-2000www.bessemerincubator.netBusiness Development [email protected]
Bessemer City Council - Donna Thigpen
4760 Eastern Valley Road Ste 126McCalla, AL 35111(205) 281-3931; (205) 424-0555www.donnathigpen.comCity [email protected]
Bessemer City Council - Sarah Belcher3030 Arlington AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-6531; (205) 425-9653City [email protected]
Bessemer City High SchoolJasponica Florence-Moore4950 Premiere ParkwayBessemer, AL 35022(205) 432-3700; (205) 434-2816http://[email protected]
Bessemer Civic CenterJohn Bandy1130 Ninth Avenue, SWBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-7469; (205) 424-9388www.bessemeral.org/civic-centerCivic Center, Meeting [email protected]
Bessemer Civitan ClubJohn L. Lanier, Jr.5634 Tenth Avenue S.Birmingham, AL 35222(205) 591-1909; (205) 591-1909www.civitan.org/[email protected]
Bessemer Community & Industrial Development
Doris Lewis1800 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-4060; (205) 426-8374www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
Bessemer Cut Off American LegionGordon Seale1926 Third Avenue, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-5304; (205) 425-8936
American [email protected]
Bessemer Development BoardDevron Veasley1913 Fourth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4963; (205) 481-4970www.bessemer.bizCity Government
Bessemer Elks Lodge #721William Marshall1313 Fourth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-7301; (205) [email protected]
Bessemer EqualityJoe Openshaw6243 Russet Landing CircleBirmingham, AL 35244-4633(205) 428-0332Non Profit
Bessemer Eye ClinicLeon Renaud1511 Fourth Ave, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-2401; (205) 425-2407Eye [email protected]
Bessemer Family PracticeSally Ebaugh, MD1700 Fourth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-8650; (205) 424-5585 Doctor
Bessemer Farmers MarketSallie Lee3780 Lee Roy LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 426-2700; (205) 414-3906http://bessemerfm.wordpress.comNon [email protected]
Bessemer Fire Department - Gary Carter
1111 Second Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-5151; (205) 428-5194Fire Department
Bessemer Fire Department - Robert Horn
929 Shelton StreetBirmingham, AL 35215(205) 283-7971 Fire [email protected]
Bessemer Fire Department - Shane Boyd
1111 Second Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 283-7412; (205) 428-5194www.bessemeral.orgFire [email protected]
Bessemer Firefighters Local 980Gary CrowderP. O. Box 553, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 283-7774 www.iaff980.comFire [email protected]
Bessemer Flea MarketDwayne & Beverly Morton1013 Eighth Ave, N.Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-8510; (205) 425-8585Flea Market
Bessemer Hall of HistoryChristopher Eiland1905 Alabama AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-1633www.bessemerhallofhistory.orgMuseumbessemerhallofhi@bellsouth.net
Bessemer Historical Homeowners Assoc.
Sarah BeasleyP. O. Box 1761, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 616-3456www.HistoricBessemer.orgClub
Bessemer Main StreetMerdith ByramP. O. Box 89, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 915-2962Non [email protected]
Bessemer Municipal CourtGwen Horn23 North 15th StreetBessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4373; (205) 481-4384Governmental - Municipal [email protected]
Bessemer Municipal Court - M. S. Muhammad
23 North 15th Street Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4373Governmental - Municipal Court
Bessemer Police Department - Mike Roper
1308 Seventh WayPleasant Grove, AL 35127(205) 253-7310City Government, Police [email protected]
Bessemer Police Department - Nathaniel Rutledge, Jr.
23 N. 15th Street, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4350; (205) 481-4364www.bessemeral.org/police-
Bessemer Police Department - Robert T. Slater III
#23 15th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4345; (205) 481-4379
City Government, Police [email protected]
Bessemer Public LibraryVenedia Wallace400 North 19th StreetBessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-7882; (205) [email protected]
Bessemer Public LibraryCharlena JohnsonPO Box 55334Birmingham, AL 35255(205) [email protected]
Bessemer Public LibraryVenedia Wallace129 Carol Drive, Birmingham, AL 35215(205) [email protected]
Bessemer Rotary ClubDiane HychePO Box 183, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 477-4836Club, Non [email protected]
Bessemer Towing Service Inc.Sharon M. Otey1300 Alabama AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-5118; (205) [email protected]
Bessemer Utilities - Deborah Walker2499 County Road 8Double Springs, AL 35553(205) 481-4333www.bessemerutilities.comUtilitydwalker@bessemerutilities.com
Bessemer Utilities - DirectorJerry Yarbrough1600 First Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4330; (205) 481-4333www.bessemerutilities.comUtilityj.yarbrough@bessemerutilities.com
Bessemer Utilities - Gregory Robinson2437 Hemlock Drive, Hueytown, AL
Bessemer Utilities - Ida Taylor1600 First Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4333; (205) 481-4323www.bessemerutilities.comUtilityitaylor@bessemerutilities.com
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Church - Baptist
Big LotsDebi Bamburg710 Academy Drive #100, Bessemer,
AL 35022(205) 426-5513 www.biglots.comRetail Bingham at LawEllis D. Bingham III, Todiana Bingham218 16th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020-5782(205) 424-5550; (205) 424-5551 Attorney [email protected]
Birmingham Association of RealtorsCliff Long3501 Independence DriveBirmingham, AL 35209(205) 871-1911; (205) 802-6070www.birminghamrealtors.comReal [email protected]
Birmingham BaronsDavid Madison1401 First Avenue S.Birmingham, AL 35233(205) 988-3200 (205) 988-9698 www.barons.comBaseball [email protected]
Birmingham Business AllianceBarry Copeland, Brian Hilson505 N 20th Street, Ste 200Birmingham, AL 35203(205) 241-8105; (205) 241-8100www.birminghambusinessalliance.com
Boateng’s Cajun Creations RestaurantCarolyn Boateng2 19th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 436-2848http://boatengscajuncreations.webs.com
Bob Sykes BarbecueVan Sykes1724 Ninth Avenue, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-1400; (205) [email protected]
Boy Scouts of America - Greater AL Council
Will McIntyre, Derrick RussawPO Box 43307Birmingham, AL 35243(205) 970-0251; (205) 970-0349www.1bsa.orgYouth [email protected];[email protected]
Brian’s Abbey Flooring CenterBrian Hammonds4817 McAdory School Rd, Ste 109McCalla, AL 35111(205) 425-3239; (205) 425-9420www.briansabbeyflooring.comCarpet and Tile [email protected]
Bright House NetworksDan Reynolds, Kenneth Leatherwood151 London Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35211(205) 290-1300; (205) 238-3060 www.birmingham.mybrighthouse.com
Cable TV, Broadband [email protected]
Bright Star Restaurant, TheJimmy Koikos, Nicky Koikos, Stacey
Craig304 19th Street, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-9444 (205) 426-3904 [email protected]
Brookwood Medical CenterKim Starling, Michael Smith2010 Brookwood Medical Center DrBirmingham, AL 35209(205) 877-1998; (205) [email protected]
Brown Heating & CoolingJohnny White400 Brooklane DriveHueytown, AL 35023(205) 491-1464; (205) 491-1495www.brownheatingandcooling.comHeating & Air
Buffalo Rock Company, Inc.Steve Self34A West Oxmoor RoadBirmingham, AL 35209(205) 944-4195; (205) 940-2159www.buffalorock.com/centers/birmingham
Beverages / Snacks / Coffee
Builders Millwork LLCChris Lobdell2530 Morgan Road, Bessemer, AL
35022(205) 425-0880; (205) 424-0944www.builders-millwork.comWindows & Doors
Busy Bee Child Care CenterValerie Oakes1401 Fourth Avenue SWBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-9577; (205) 425-9573www.busybeeacademy.netChild Care [email protected]
Butch Wilson Sporting GoodsButch Wilson807 Eighth Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-4642; (205) 428-4646Sporting Goods
Byron Eaton AgencyByron Eaton3979 Parkwood Road, Ste 105 Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 565-0313; (205) 565-0314 agents.allstate.com/byron-eaton-
bessemer-al
Canaan Baptist ChurchDouglas & Bobbie Caddell824 15th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020
(205) 428-5575; (205) 428-5565Church - [email protected]
Chambers Funeral Home, Inc.Bryonda Williams2527 Ninth Avenue, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-5235; (205) 424-0750www.chambersfuneralhome.netFuneral [email protected]
Chapman PlumbingJason PiechuraPO Box 107Shannon, AL 35142(205) 417-3084; (205) 277-9984www.chapmanplumbingal.comPlumbingjtchapmanplumbing@gmail.com
Charles Miller - Fairway 1Charles Miller801 Golf Course RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-9540 www.frankhousegc.comGolf [email protected]
Chem Station of AlabamaMilla Bluemly3021 Dublin CircleBessemer, AL 35020(205) 432-2290; (205) 432-2295 www.chemstation.comIndustrial Cleaning Chemical
Bessemer Utilities-Shirley Garret2014 13th Way N, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-4425; (205) 481-4323www.bessemerutilities.comUtilitygarrettshirley543@gmail.com
Bessemer Utilities-Venessia Wagstaff1031 Clarendon Avenue, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4333www.bessemerutilities.comUtility
Bessemer-McCalla Animal ClinicClarke M. Gaines DVM403 Fourth Avenue SW, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-1679; (205) 425-4967Veterinarian
Best Western PlusPinder Gill5041 Academy Lane, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-1950; (205) 481-2597www.bestwestern.com/[email protected]
Bethel Baptist ChurchCalvin Bell2902 Fifth Avenue N., Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-8343
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YChick-Fil-AJeffrey Holifield 6000 Harris LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 426-3190; (205) 426-3191www.chick-fil-a.com/[email protected]
Church of God of Prophecy State OfficeL. V. JonesP. O. Box 707Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 425-1905; (205) 424-1110Church - State [email protected]
Cintas Corporation5970 Greenwood Parkway Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-2250; (205) 424-2158www.cintas.comCleaning Service - Uniforms/Rugs/
Towels/[email protected]
City of Bessemer - Abraham Ward Jr.1800 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 410-0324; (205) 744-5191www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
City of Bessemer - Bldg & Insp. SrvsAdolph D. “Don” Gaylor, Lula Walter1804 Third Avenue NBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-4060; (205) 425-2820www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]@bessemeral.org
City of Bessemer - Clerk & TreasurerAdrina F. Hines1800 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 434-6319www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
City of Bessemer - Crime Prevention #1Sergeant Carter23 15th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4348 www.bessemeral.orgCity Government, Police [email protected]
City of Bessemer- Crime Prevention #2Ray Hubbart1100 Fifth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 240-7209; (205) 481-4379www.bessemeral.orgCity Government, Police [email protected]
City of Bessemer - E. W. Phillips638 Flinthill RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-2891
www.bessemeral.orgCity Government City of Bessemer - Fleet Maintenance
D/2William Herron1125 15th Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-6391; (205) 424-5627www.bessemeral.orgCity Government
City of Bessemer - Fleet Maintenance Department
Latasha McMath309 Olon Street, Midfield, AL 35228(205) 222-7769www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
City of Bessemer - Forest DavisForest Davis1800 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-4060; (205) 426-8374 www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
City of Bessemer - Jamaul T. Layfield1726 Riverhaven LaneHoover, AL 35244(205) 425-3291 www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
City of Bessemer - Mayor’s OfficeMayor Kenneth Gulley, Torraine Norris1800 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-4060; (205) 424-4372www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]@bessemeral.org
City of Bessemer - Police DepartmentLt. Roland U. Brown815 Skyline CircleBessemer, AL 35020(205) 365-6450 www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
City of Bessemer - Revenue Dept.April Fowler803 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 960-6580City [email protected]
City of Bessemer - Street Dept.Bill McLaughlin1205 15th AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-4084; (205) 424-4082www.bessemeral.orgCity Government
City of Bessemer - Travis Agee5041 Candle Brook Place
Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 538-1637; (205) 425-1637www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
City of Bessemer - Vonda L. Jones127 Willowbrook DriveBessemer, AL 35022(205) 422-4882 www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
City of Bessemer - Wanda Taylor2556 Shaddock RoadBirmingham, AL 35214(205) 424-4060 www.bessemeral.orgCity [email protected]
Comfort Care Home Health & HospiceRon Pinkerton6267 Park South Dr. Ste 105Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-2855; (205) 425-2811www.comfortcarehomehealth.comHome Health Care Agency, Hospice Care
Comfort InnKen Parmar5051 Academy LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-3999; (205) [email protected]
Commercial Lock ServiceLarry Whatley4449 McClendon Chapel RdBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-4140Lock Service
Concerned Citizens of BessemerPriscilla DunnPO Box 830, Bessemer, AL 35021 (205) 426-3795; (205) 428-8261 [email protected]
Core Focus Personnel, Inc.CJ Richardson5299 Southland CircleBessemer, AL 35022(205) 475-7120 [email protected]
Corkren Insurance LLCWilliam (Bill) Corkren, John Corkren1516 Ninth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 565-0060; (205) [email protected]
Country Inn & SuitesBela Rupal, Mayur Desai4985 Academy CourtBessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-0007; (205) 481-0070www.countryinns.com/bessemeral
[email protected][email protected]
Coxco, Inc.Brian Cox3603 Pine Lane SEBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-6223; (205) [email protected]
Craftsman Printing Inc.Debbie Patton120 Citation CourtBirmingham, AL 35209 (205) 945-4157; (205) 945-4154www.craftsmanprintinginc.com [email protected]
Creative Approach TechnologiesDana Darby, Lee Harrington1628 Holbrook AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 478-7301; (205) 425-6722www.creative-approach.comComputer Consulting/ Web Design &
[email protected]@bham.rr.com
Creative Land Services, Inc.Tim Bragg1121 Industrial BoulevardBessemer, AL 35020(205) 218-0338 [email protected]
CWC Group LLC dba Firehouse SubsJim Cain4917 Promenade Pkwy Ste 105Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-5844; (205) 428-5845www.firehousesubs.comRestaurantjames.cain@firehousesubs.com
Cynthia Parris Smith, Atty at Law1823 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 585-7408; (205) [email protected]
D. A. Jeff. Cnty AL Bessemer Div. Arthur Green, William R. North 701 Courthouse AnnexBessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4145; (205) 481-4157Government - District [email protected]
D. A. Jeff. Cnty AL Bessemer DivMinnie Tunstall 518 18th Street, Bessemer, AL 35020Government - District Attorney [email protected]
David J. Hobdy, Attorney at Law501 19th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-8391; (205) 425-0260
DeMotte Heating & CoolingNancy DeMotte, Boyce DeMotte 1138 Lake Drive SEBessemer, AL 35022(205) 585-0222; (205) 267-5991 www.bign.com/bdemotteHeating & Air [email protected]
Design Savvy Outlet LLCPhillip Gunter, Barbara Gunter1221 Lake Drive Ste 101Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-5778; (205) [email protected]
Development SolutionsJim Byram1913 Fourth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4964; (205) 481-4970www.devsolllc.comConsulting [email protected]
Dex ImagingConnie Fuell, Bobby Gwin2814 Linden AvenueHomewood, AL 35209(205) 484-2561; (205) 484-2569www.deximaging.comOffice Equipment, Document
[email protected];bgwin@
deximaging.com
Dollar GeneralMike Dunn, Nick Orefice4101 Lakeshore ParkwayBessemer, AL 35022(205) 497-6801; (205) 497-6807www.dollargeneral.comDistribution Center
Donut Joe’s Patrick McKinney3979 Parkwood Road, Ste 103Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 436-2866 Donut Shop [email protected]
Dr. John S. Bivona, DMD, PA1430 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-4086 Doctor
Dr. Richard Stephen (Medical West)985 Ninth Avenue SW Ste 500Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-7750; (205) [email protected]
Dr. Rita Armitage985 Ninth Ave., Ste X02 Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-7870; (205) [email protected]
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Dr. Steven O’Sheal985 Ninth Avenue, SW, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-7185; (205) 481-7220Doctor
Dunbar Abrams FoundationPO Box 443. Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 426-8434; (205) 426-8432 Non Profit
Eagle Vision Eye Care Inc.Jeremy Burns5031 Ford Parkway, Ste 113, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-2733; (205) 424-0274www.visionsource-eaglevision.comOptometry - Health, Eye [email protected]
Eastern Valley Drugs, Inc.Charles Prickett, RPH1310 Eastern Valley Road, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-5258; (205) 425-1373www.easternvalleydrugs.comDrug [email protected]
Edward B. Vines, District JudgeCourthouse Annex Room 514, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4195; (205) 425-6724Government - District [email protected]
EGS Commercial Real EstateBrad Moffatt, Audra Bean505 20th St. N. Ste 700, Birmingham, AL 35203(205) 939-4440; (205) 939-4441www.egsinc.comReal Estate - [email protected]@egsinc.com
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Forestry ServiceRonald Gilbert1930 Second Avenue N. Ste 150 Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-3737; (205) 424-3730 Engineering / Environmental / Forestry
Express Oil ChangeQuin Little922 Ninth Avenue, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-0318; (205) 428-4296www.expressoil.com Car [email protected]
Fairfield Inn & Suites by MarriottBredella Taylor4980 Academy CourtBessemer, AL 35022(205) 277-1700; (205) [email protected]
Family First Footcare, PCStephen Stern, DPM, Shane
Burchfield 811 Tenth Avenue, N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-9199; (205) 669-0999www.familyfirstfootcare.comFootcare
Ferrell GasAndy Wise3627 Pine Lane, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-8191; (205) 428-8192Propane Sales & Services, Chemical
Sales & Services
First Baptist Church CarverBishop Sherman L. Young,
Doris Webster, Regina Pickes1300 23rd Street N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-6956Church - [email protected]
First Christian ChurchDr. Kim Pilkinton8755 Bluff Ridge RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-2412; (205) 428-2412Church - [email protected]
First Financial BankB. K. ‘Skipper’ Goodwin, III, Neil Walker1630 Fourth Avenue NBessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-8472; (205) 428-8652www.ffbalabama.comBank, [email protected]
First Presbyterian ChurchRandy Kesler1723 Third Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-3950; (205) 424-4135
www.besspres.orgChurch - [email protected]
Flinthill Baptist ChurchBruce McCartney1630 Powder Plant Road SW Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-2630; (205) 424-3535www.flinthill.netChurch - [email protected]
FMS PharmacyPatrick Devereux1817 13th Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-3194; (205) 424-3180www.fms-pharmacy.comDrug [email protected]
Food Giant Inc. John Virciglio, Wade Payne700 19th Street N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-1709; (205) 428-1755www.myfoodgiant.comGrocery Store, Deli / Bakery
Foundry Dental CenterDr. Michael McCracken1700 Sixth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 434-2031 [email protected]
Four Hearts LLC Jim Butters3898 Parkwood RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 822-3231; (205) 425-3447 Roofing, [email protected]
Fourth Avenue SupermarketGerard D’Alessandro JrPO Box 1125Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-6625; (205) 434-3975www.fourthavesupermarket.comGrocery [email protected]
Frank House Municipal Golf CourseCharles Miller801 Golf Course RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-9540www.harpermillerschoolofgolf.comGolf [email protected]
General Auto & Truck RepairWalter Cox1329 First Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-7958; (205) 425-7742Automobile Repair
Gerren Whitlock, Agent - State Farm Insurance
100 Brook Drive Ste CHelena, AL 35080
(205) 434-2770; (888) 492-2312www.allstateagencies.com/[email protected]
Glenn Shepard SeminarsCindy Shepard 6953 Charlotte Pike Ste 303Nashville, TN 37209(615) 353-7125; (615) 353-7126www.glennshepard.comProfessional [email protected]
Golden Living Center MeadowoodTammy Tucker820 Golf Course RoadBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-5241; (205) 426-6262 Nursing Home
Gone For Good Secure Document Destruction
Katie Desocio100 Oslo Circle, Birmingham. AL 35211(205) 943-5252Document Destruction
Grace Life Baptist ChurchWill Nahrgang6200 Lou George LoopBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-1786 www.yourgracelife.comChurch - Baptist
Grace Lutheran ChurchDorothy Patitz900 Ninth Avenue SWBessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-5145Church - Lutheran
Graysville Chamber of CommerceBrenda Walden PO Box 149, Adamsville, AL 35005(205) 674-6789Chamber of [email protected]
Greater Gardendale ChamberCathy W. EdwardsP. O. Box 26, Gardendale, AL 35071(205) 631-9034; (205) 631-1705www.gardendalechamber.comChamber of Commerce
Greater Irondale COCMelissa Crowley1912 First Avenue SouthIrondale, AL 35210-1503(205) 956-3104; (205) 956-5964www.greaterirondalechamber.comChamber of [email protected]
Greater Shelby County COCKirk Mancer1301 County Service DrivePelham, AL 35124(205) 663-4542; (205) 663-4524www.shelbychamber.orgChamber of [email protected]
GREDE - BessemerDavid Tangerman, Frank Whaley2217 Carolina AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 497-6009; (205) 425-7318www.grede.comManufacturing - [email protected]
Grede Castings IntegrityDan Grubbs, Jamie Reynolds3152 Dublin LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-6220; (205) 425-7012Foundry Casting [email protected]
Guaranty Pest ControlRick GrangerPO Box 569, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 424-2480; (205) 424-8891www.guarantypestcontrol.comPest Control
Harcros Chemicals Inc.Charles Haddock1496 Highway 150Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-6126; (205) [email protected]
Henry Oil CompanyAnthony Allen, Donnie JonesP. O. Box 501, Jasper, AL 35501(205) 428-2321; (205) 221-9427www.henryoilcompany.comRetail, Wholesale / Commercial
Gasoline, Diesel, Lubes [email protected]
Highlands Digital MediaLarry Daughety312 Lorna Square, Hoover, AL 35216(205) 824-9793; (205) 824-9796www.hdmads.comDigital [email protected]
Highway 150 RecyclingJoe Brown12 South 25th StreetBessemer, AL 35020(205) [email protected]
Hill ManufacturingPatti Rogers1500 Jonesboro Road SEAtlanta, GA 30315(205) 401-6809 www.hillmfg.comIndustrial and Commercial [email protected]
HKH, LLCSherri Kennedy 8250 Royal Troon DriveDuluth, GA 30097Real Estate [email protected]
Holiday Bowl Fun Center, Inc.Howard Johnson, Jr., Johnny Wynn4321 Bessemer Super Highway Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-8461; (205) 424-8630 Bowling Center
Holiday Inn ExpressNeal Soni, Anita Dagnan5001 Academy LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-2600; (205) 428-9972www.hiexpress.com/[email protected]
Holt Insurance Agency Inc.Joni Holt1423 Fourth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-8368; (205) 424-5207 [email protected]
Homewood Chamber of CommerceTricia FordP. O. Box 59494Homewood, AL 35259(205) 871-5631; (205) 871-5632www.homewoodchamber.orgChamber of [email protected]
Hoover Chamber of CommerceBill PowellP. O. Box 36005Hoover, AL 35236-6005(205) 988-5672; (205) 988-8383www.hooverchamber.orgChamber of [email protected]
Hospice Services of AlabamaJon & Lisa Orr1000 Southlake Park, Ste 100Birmingham, AL 35244(205) 682-9996; (205) [email protected]@hsofal.com
Hueytown Chamber of CommerceRebecca Williams, George HudsonPOB 3356 / 1320 Hueytown RdHueytown, AL 35023(205) 491-8039; (205) 491-7961www.hueytown.orgChamber of [email protected]
Humana MarketPOINTErnestine McNair2204 Lakeshore Dr. Ste 100Birmingham, AL 35209(205) 903-6654 www.humana.comInsurance
Hwy 150 Buyers Way Inc.John Patterson1319 Fifth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-3599; (205) 425-7791
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Individual - A. Scott Roebuck1722 Second Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-4090; (205) [email protected]
Individual - Albert Soles630 Melody LaneBessemer, AL 35020(205) 432-3600
Individual - Amos Rembert, Jr.616 Seventh AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-3934
Individual - Benny & Ericka WatsonPO Box 643Bessemer, AL 35021(205) [email protected]
Individual - Bessie Pippens2801 14th Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-4192
Individual - Calvin Thomas103 20th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-7113
Individual - Charles King809 Atkinson DriveBessemer, AL 35020(205) [email protected]
Individual - Christine Knight1050 Barclay DriveBessemer, AL 35022(205) [email protected]
Individual - Cliff Vasser330 South 11th StreetBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-0654 [email protected]
Individual - Daryl Owens631 Wright AvenueHueytown, AL 35023(646) 942-3388; (205) 563-0485
Individual - Dr. Lee Chamoun1000 Powder Plant RdBessemer, AL 35022(205) [email protected]
Individual - Earl Cochran1810 Dartmouth AvenueBessemer, AL 35020
Individual - Frederick Dudley1320 Dewanna LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-9533; (205) [email protected]
Individual - Gip Gipson3101 Avenue CBessemer, AL 35020(205) 913-2941 [email protected]
Individual - Greg Harris912 Dauphin StreetMobile, AL 36604 Individual - Henry H. Tyler1808 10th Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-6204; (205) 426-4953Investment - Real [email protected]
Individual - James N. Caldwell712 32nd Street SouthBirmingham, AL 35233(205) 328-1150; (205) [email protected]
Individual - Jill Ganus Veitch5014 Sandy CoveHoover, AL 35244(205) [email protected]
Individual - Joe Lovoy5934 Coleman Lake RdMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-9443; (205) [email protected]
Individual - Keith MahaffeyPO Box 262, Vance, AL 35490(205) 432-3785; (205) [email protected]
Individual - Marquise Dailey434 Alice Street SWBessemer, AL 35020(205) 781-5505; (205) [email protected]
Individual - Megan Haas Greer1310 Fulton DriveBessemer, AL 35020(205) 565-4449 [email protected]
Individual - Merdith Byram7025 Lakeside Farms CircleMcCalla, AL 35111(205) [email protected]
Individual - Mike Shelly4760 Eastern Valley Road Ste 104McCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-1481; (205) [email protected]
Individual - Mildred Posey1124 Posey Avenue, Bessemer, AL 35022
Individual - Nelda Pate503 Center Street, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-3951
Individual - Ora Foster2824 Fifth Court , Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-3665
Individual - Pat MoorePO Box 338, Pleasant Grove, AL 35127(205) 744-1593patmoore@[email protected]
Individual - Peggy S. McCoy2116 Viking CircleBirmingham, AL 35216(205) 979-6189; (205) [email protected]
Individual - Rep. Merika Coleman452 14th Way, Pleasant Grove, AL 35127(205) [email protected]
Individual - Rita F. Morris628 Woodbrook RoadBirmingham, AL 35215(205) 966-2028
Individual - Rosa L. Scott504 Seventh Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020
Individual - Sherry E McClain4129 Fourth AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4192; (205) [email protected]
Individual - Shirley Horn1713 Clarendon AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) [email protected]
Individual - Syble Lamons6772 Eastern Valley RoadMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-8138 [email protected]
Individual - Wayne Alexander413 Laird AvenueHueytown, AL 35023(205) [email protected]
Individual - William R. Winn3292 Hilltop Road SEBessemer, AL 35022(205) 482-4042
ITT Technical InstituteSean Hart, Ben Lee6270 Park South Drive, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 497-5700; (205) [email protected]
J. Renee’s Styling SalonJacqueline Bell211 17th Street North, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-6019Beauty Salon
Jazzy Lady Catering- LeVita Peake409 A Skyview Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209(205) 572-0045; (205) [email protected]
214 18th Street, North Bessemer, AL 35020 (205) 243-5793
Shante Langford Salon Manager / Hair Care Specialist
Superior, Affordable Haircare for the Mad, Meek & Myle.
Open 7 days No appointment needed
4810 Bell Hill Road Bessemer 205.477.DRDR
Claire B. and Quitman Mitchell 948 Posey Avenue, Bessemer, AL 35022
Phone (205) 527-2356 Fax (205) 424-0434
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YJeffcoat & Associates, LLCHannah Morrison5610 Shirley Park DriveBessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-1100; (205) 481-4546Service Maintenance
Jefferson Co. Courthouse - Asst.Tax
AssessorAndrew Bennett1801 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4127; (205) 481-4128Tax [email protected]
Jefferson Credit UnionBuddy Sutter716 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N Ste
B-300Birmingham, AL 35203(205) 325-5683; (205) 325-5251www.jeffersoncreditunion.orgBank, Financial [email protected]
Jefferson Real EstateJerry ChernerP. O. Box 1155Bessemer, AL 350211155(205) 425-6790; (205) 425-3089Real [email protected]
Jesus Christian Daycare & SchoolLetha Berry1732 11th Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-4848; (205) 428-4838 Daycare / School
Jimmie Hale MissionTerry Preston, Green Calhoun, Tony
CooperPO Box 10472Birmingham, AL 35202(205) 323-5878; (205) 323-0733www.jimmiehalemission.comNon [email protected]
Jimmy Storage CenterJim & Mona Stephens2322 Morgan RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 222-1172; (205) 428-7603www.jimmiesstorage.comStorage [email protected]
JM Bail Bonding, Inc.Johnny McGlothan113 19th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-8181; (205) 425-1946Bail Bonding
Joe Beasley Memorial Foundation IncSarah Beasley431 Woodland RoadBessemer, AL 35020(205) 616-3456; (205) 428-6995www.joebeasleymemorialfoundation.org
Charitable Organization
Johnson Memorial Funeral DirectorsHoward Johnson, Jr.2601 Ninth Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-2414Funeral Home, Death Care Services
Judge Eric Fancher505 Courthouse AnnexBessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4190; (205) 481-4109Government - Judge
Judge Lynneice Washington6058 Overlook LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 477-1191; (205) 481-4157www.washingtonforjudge.comGovernment - [email protected]
Julie Bell, Agent - State Farm1821 13th Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-3400; (205) [email protected]
Just Like Home Day Care, Inc.Sharon LewisPOB 592 (Mailing), 300 S. 32nd Str.Bessemer, AL 35021-0592(205) 425-2097; (205) [email protected]
Kathryn L. ‘Sunny’ Lippert, Atty1820 Third Ave. N. Ste 102Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-3705; (205) [email protected]
Kaylyn’s (Food for the Soul) LLCRodricus Hunter306 18th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 436-2600; (205) [email protected]
KGS Steel, Inc.Gaston Stein3725 Pine Lane, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-0800; (205) 425-2599Steel
Killings & Poe LLCAaron Killings, Denise Poe, Stacy Oden1817 Third Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-8703; (205) [email protected],
Kiwanis Club of BessemerRex ParvinPO Box 340, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) [email protected]
Klassic CutsKenneth Williams2725 Ninth AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-2887Barber
Konica Minolta Business SolutionsTerry Duncan1101 Greenwood CrossingsBessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-1125; (205) 987-7880www.kmbs.konicaminolta.usCopiers, [email protected]
L & M Heating & AirChris HortonP. O. Box 730, McCalla, AL 35111(205) 428-1632; (205) 428-1932www.LandMHVAC.comHeating & [email protected]
Landers McLarty Dodge Chrysler JeepKaren Stewart5080 Academy LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 923-6343; (205) 432-0505www.go2landers.comAutomobile Sales
Larry O. Gay, Photography3223 Exeter AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) [email protected]
Lawson State Community CollegeDr. Perry W. Ward3060 Wilson Road SWBirmingham, AL 35221(205) 925-2515; (205) [email protected]
Lawson State Community College - Bessemer
Dr. Perry W. Ward, Regina Doriety1100 Ninth Avenue SWBessemer, AL 35022(205) 929-3505; (205) [email protected];pward@
lawsonstate.edu
Legacy YMCARob Kirkland, Randi Passmore1501 Fourth Ave., SWBessemer, AL 35022(205) 426-1211; (205) 425-4814www.legacy-ymca.orgNon [email protected]
Lifesouth Community Blood CenterKimberly Cottam, Michael Smith396 West Oxmoor RoadBirmingham, AL 35209(205) 943-6000; (205) 943-6005lifesouth.org/regions/alabama_region
Community Blood Center
Long Lewis FordVaughn Burrell2551 Highway 150, Hoover, AL 35226(205) 989-3673; (205) 989-3648Automobile Sales
Long-Lewis SterlingVaughn BurrellP. O. Box 989Bessemer, AL 350210989(205) 428-0161; (205) 426-2375www.longlewissterlingwesternstar.com
Truck Sales/Parts/Services,Dump Trucks
Loyle Seymour Jewelry Co., Inc.Larry & Carol Parsons222 19th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-3482; (205) [email protected]
Madly Myle SalonShante Langford214 19th Street N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 243-5793Beauty [email protected]
Manufacturers Packaging ServicesFaye & John Anderson501 North 20th StreetBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-8242; (205) [email protected]
Marvel City Federal Credit UnionGina BighamP. O. Box 713, Bessemer, AL 350210713(205) 426-0578; (205) 426-0572www.marvelcityfcu.comCredit Union, Financial [email protected]
Masonry Arts, Inc.Marcia Hastings 2105 Third Avenue NBessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-0780; (205) 424-1931www.masonryarts.comConstruction, Masonry - Stone, Glass &
Exterior Claddings, [email protected]
McAdory Veterinary ClinicDr. Stevan H. Parsons, Dr. G. Kent
Armstrong4829 McAdory School RdMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 424-7387; (205) [email protected],
McAlisters DeliJerry Jones4977 Promenade Parkway Ste 121Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 426-0387Restaurant, Deli [email protected]
McCalla DentalJohn Poczatek, Ted Poczatek5751 Pocahontas Road Ste ABessemer, AL 35022(205) 477-4242; (205) [email protected]
McCalla Eyecare CenterDr. David Pickrell, Barbara Moeller4817 McAdory School Rd Ste 101McCalla, AL 35111(205) 425-1323; (205) 425-2275Eye [email protected]
McCalla Memorial Funeral Home LLCMike Sartin, Wesley Anderson4780 Letson Farm Pkwy.McCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-4888www.mccallamemorialfuneralhome.com
Funeral [email protected]
McCalla Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry
Robin Forrest4814 Bell Hill RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 477-8004; (205) 477-8214www.mccallasmiles.comDentalmccalla.orthodontics@yahoo.com
McKesson CorporationTami Webb, Tom Smith6775 Jefferson Metro ParkwayMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-2620; (205) 477-2660www.mckesson.comWholesale [email protected]
Medical WestKeith Pennington995 Ninth Avenue SWBessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-7000; (205) [email protected]
Metro Mini Storage & Truck RentalEddie Lumpkin730 8th Street N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-5571; (205) 425-5573www.metroministorage.com Mini Storage, Truck Rental
Middle Creek Medical Center, PCCarla Busbee4810 Bell Hill RoadBessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-3737; (205) 477-0373www.middlecreekmedicalcenter.comUrgent Care [email protected]
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Bessemer, AL 35020(205) [email protected]
Milo’s Tea Company, Inc.Mark Jacobs3112 Dublin LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-4284; (205) 424-0997www.milostea.comWholesale [email protected]
Modular Connections, LLCRichard Rohn1090 Industrial BlvdBessemer, AL 35022(205) 980-4565; (205) 417-8043www.modularconnections.comMfr - Modular Buildings, Mfr -
Equipment Integrator
Moore Coal Company, Inc.Judy Mathis, Trisston Burrows129 Fourth Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-2705; (205) 424-2707www.moorecoal.comCommercial Waste Removal,
Commercial [email protected]
Moore NissanMatt Moore, Bud Moore5487 Academy WayBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-6314; (205) 424-8327www.i.moorenissanonline.comAutomobile [email protected]
Morgan Chiropractic & Wellness CtrTanya Sigvaldson3054 Morgan RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-8400; (205) 424-9777morganchirowellness.comChiropractor, Massage [email protected]
Morgan United Methodist ChurchRev. Eddie Bolen2701 Morgan RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-1261; (205) 428-1819www.morganumc.orgChurch - Methodist
Ms. Kim’s Kids Preschool & Learning Center, LLC
Kimberly Saxton519 Fourth Avenue SWBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-6844; (205) [email protected]
Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist ChurchRev. Louis Jones72 Alabama AvenueBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-9970www.mthebronbessemer.com
Church - [email protected]
National Wild Turkey FederationMark Bria1156 Victoria DriveMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 229-4676Non Profit
New Bethlehem Baptist ChurchPastor William H. Walker, Sr.1730 Eleventh Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-9556; (205) 425-9591www.goodnewsofjesus.orgChurch - Baptist
New Generation ChartersFaye Crenshaw, Samuel Bender1027 18th Street Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-6928; (205) 426-8673Charter Bus Service
New Jerusalem Baptist ChurchPastor Reginald Calvert2430 Tenth Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-9421; (205) 426-2544Church - [email protected]
Noland Health ServicesMarsha Bentley, Cheryl Newton600 Corporate Pkwy, Ste 100Birmingham, AL 35242(205) 714-3156; (205) 714-3174www.nolandhealth.comHealth Care, [email protected];
Norrell Heating & Air Cond. Co.Jeff Powell, Glenda Smith920 Powder Plant RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-1111; (205) 481-4557www.norrellserviceexperts.comHeating & [email protected]
Oak Trace CRCLawrence Baird325 Selma Road, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-9383; (205) 425-7231Nursing [email protected]
Oaks on ParkwoodMarsha Bentley, Cheryl Newton2651 Laurel Oak DriveBessemer, AL 35022(205) 497-4560; (205) 497-4537www.oaksonparkwood.comRetirement CommunityAssisted Living [email protected];
PAC Insurance Agency, Inc.Ken McFeeters421 19th Street, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-9885; (205) 426-9851www.pacinsuranceagency.com
Paden & Paden, PCR. Shan Paden, Ellen Mays1826 3rd Ave. N. Ste 200Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 432-0270; (205) [email protected]
Paden Realty & Appraisals, Inc.Todd Paden, Jennifer Thomas1930 Second Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-3464; (205) 424-3465www.padenrealty.comReal [email protected]
Peoples Chapel Steve Ware195 Brooklane DriveHueytown, AL 35023(205) 497-2273; (205) 491-5678Funeral Home
Plastipak Packaging, Inc.Raquel Melton7150 Jefferson Metropolitan ParkwayMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-1345; (205) 477-1349Manufacturer - [email protected]
Premiere Chevrolet, Inc.Ken Gallo4990 Premiere ParkwayBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-4121; (205) 481-9776www.premierechevy.comAutomobile Sales
Primerica Financial ServicesJim & Dean Lammon1875 Fourth Avenue SWBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-4880; (877) 326-5850www.primerica.com/jimlammonFinancial Services, Investments [email protected]
Princeton Baptist Medical CenterJennifer Dodd701 Princeton Avenue SWBirmingham, AL 35211(205) 783-3526; (205) [email protected]
Princeton Hoover Valeta Neal5201 Princeton Way, Hoover, AL 35226(205) 482-1202; (205) [email protected]
PublixBrenda Reid2600 Delk Road , Marietta, GA 30067Grocery Store
Pzazz Studio- Willie Henry3008 Wenonah Circle SW
Birmingham, AL 35211(205) [email protected]
Quality InnLatrichia L. Threatt5021 Academy LaneBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-3194; (205) [email protected]
Realty South - Over the Mountain - Alford Avenue
Peggy S. McCoy2116 Viking CircleBirmingham, AL 35216(205) 822-2364; (205) 822-2610Real [email protected]
Regional Paramedical ServicesCharles King, Eric PendleyPO Box 3147, Jasper, AL 35502(205) 384-4310; (205) 384-9758www.rpsems.comAmbulance [email protected]
Regions BankMary Alice Boyd1900 5th Ave. S, 8th FloorBirmingham, AL 35203(205) 264-7491; (205) [email protected]
Regions Bank (Bessemer)Terry E. Dawson330 North 19th StreetBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-1628; (205) [email protected]
Restoration Xpress, Inc.Jimmy Hankins, Jeff Free28 Commerce AvenueHueytown, AL 35023(205) 497-7770; (205) 497-7772Restoration Service
Rock Mountain Lakes Baptist ChurchDon Daniel6495 Rock Mountain Lakes RoadMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 426-0462; (205) 425-3424www.rmlbc.comChurch - Baptist
Rock Mountain Lakes Landowners Assoc., Inc.
Nancy ReidPO Box 205, McCalla, AL 35111(205) 424-1272Non [email protected]
Ronald’s Sales and ServiceGeneva Whitely2001 Clarendon AvenueBessemer, AL 35020
(205) 424-0471; (205) 424-2268Towing & [email protected]
Rural Metro Ambulance ServiceDon Bratcher, Charlie Jones5600 Shirley Park DriveBessemer, AL 35022(205) 426-5911; (205) 426-5390Ambulance [email protected]; charles.
Russell & Company, LLC CPAWes Russell CPA1713 Third Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-9064; (205) 428-9098www.russellcocpa.comAccounting, [email protected]
S & G Waldrop Electric, Inc.Donald Waldrop1506 Second Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-4168; (205) 426-9941Electric [email protected]
Salon Lisa Brown Advanced AcademyDerrick Brown, Lisa Brown4771 Eastern Valley Road Ste 105McCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-1477Beauty [email protected]
Sam’s ClubVivian Johnson3053 Highway 150, Hoover, AL 35244(205) 982-0596; (205) 982-7450Department Store
San Antonio Grill4760 Eastern Valley Rd, Ste 140McCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-1110Restaurant
Sarrell Original Dental & Eye Ctr.Brandi Mangum2700 Fifth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-1327; (205) 425-5539www.sarrelldental.orgNon Profit (Dental & Eyecare for
Children), Dental
Sebro RealtyPam Segars-MorrisPO Box 3399, Hueytown, AL 35023(205) 436-8109; (205) 436-8301www.pamsegarsmorris.comReal [email protected]
Security FinanceKenny Robertson532 West Town Plaza, Bessemer, AL
35020(205) 424-5057www.security-finance.comSmall [email protected]
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2527 Ninth Avenue, N., Bessemer, AL 35020
205-425-5235
Bessemer, Alabama 205.979.6693
Senator Priscilla Dunn460 Carraige Hill Drive, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 426-3795; (205) 428-8261Government - [email protected]
ServproAlane McEwen10 Monroe Drive, Pelham, AL 35124(205) 678-2224Restoration [email protected]
Shady Grove Missionary Baptist ChurchPastor Victor Harkins2600 Fairfax Avenue, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-1941Church - [email protected]
Sherwin Williams CompanyAubrey “”Butch”” Odom1800 Ninth Avenue North, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-1287; (205) 428-0205www.sherwin-williams.comPaint, [email protected]
Simmons Sporting GoodsClay Simmons2001 Second Avenue, North, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-4720; (205) 425-4740 www.simmonssportinggoods.netSporting Goods [email protected]
Sixth Avenue Beulah Baptist ChurchVerda Horn2502 Sixth Avenue N., Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-0108Church - Baptist
Sleep InnKen Parmar1259 Greenmor Drive, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-0000 ; (205) 424-1971www.sleepinn.comHotel
Sneaky Pete’sJo Carroll1901 Second Avenue N., Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-4036Restaurant
Sonic of BessemerTrey Finlay732 Academy Drive, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) [email protected]
South Pointe PartnersTimothy R. Leary1000 South Pointe Dr. Ste 1507, Miami Beach, FL 33139(305) 773-7196Real [email protected]
South Shelby Chamber of CommerceStacey WalkupP. O. Box 396, Columbiana, AL 35051(205) 669-9075; (205) 669-9075www.southshelbychamber.com
Chamber of [email protected]
SouthCoast Propeller ServiceJimmy Gaither5750 Durose Drive, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 426-7022; (205) 426-7026Aircraft [email protected]
Southern Nameplate & GraphicsWayne Taylor1510 Fourth Avenue North, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 426-0181; (205) 426-0182www.southernnameplate.comPrinting, [email protected]
Southlake Orthopaedics Sport Medicine & Spine Center, PC
Barry C. Gallo, Vicky Fuqua4517 Southlake Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244(205) 985-4111; (205) 985-4326www.southlakeorthopaedics.comSports Medicine, Spine [email protected]
Southland Pipe & SupplyDan Smith, Terry StephensPO Box 1628, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 426-9764; (205) 426-9794Pipe & Supply
Special Shapes Refractory Co.Jeff Lees1100 Industrial BlvdBessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-5653; (205) 424-3290www.ssrco.comManufacturing: Custom Firebrick Shapes/Industrial
Splash AdventureChris Berner, Kent Lemasters4599 Alabama Adventure PkwyBessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-4750; (205) 481-4758www.splashadventurewaterpark.comWater Park
St. Peter Primitive Baptist ChurchPastor Calvin Large2115 Fourth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-1483Church - Baptist
Stan White, Agent - State Farm Ins.5011 Ford ParkwayBessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-3280; (205) [email protected]
Standard Furniture CompanyGlen Fuller301 19th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-4337; (205) 428-6129Furniture Store
Standard Heating & AirTom Kime520 8th StreetBirmingham, AL 35233(205) 322-2679Heating & Air
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Stellar Staffing, LLCAndrea Briggs, Bill Briggs206 Green Springs HighwayBirmingham, AL 35209(205) 916-2860; (205) 916-0517Staffing, [email protected]
Stone, Patton, Kierce & Freeman AttV. Ed Freeman118 18th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-1150; (205) [email protected]
Straight Line Striping, Inc.Stephen Parker3807 Canaan DriveBessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-1298Contractor
Surgery South, LLCBecky Champion985 Ninth Avenue, SW, Ste 102Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-7485; (205) 481-7494Doctor
Tannehill Premiere Cinema4801 Promenade ParkwayBessemer, AL 35022(205) 428-4401; (205) 428-4403www.pccmovies.comTheatre
TE Tire and BatteryFred Johnston1701 19th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-0111; (205) 424-9532Tire Shop, Mechanic [email protected]
Terrace Oaks CRC4201 Bessemer Super Hwy.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-3249; (205) 425-7231www.americanhealthcorp.orgNursing Home
The Baptist Church at McAdoryBill McCall4954 Eastern Valley RoadMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-8265; (205) 477-8267www.bcmcadory.orgChurch - [email protected]
The Fish Market RestaurantGeorge Sarris612 22nd Street SouthBirmingham, AL 35233(205) 322-3330; (205) 324-1804www.thefishmarket.netCaterer, [email protected]
The Foundry MinistriesBill HeintzPO Box 824, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 428-8449; (205) 428-6999www.thefoundryonline.orgRescue Mission
The Housing Authority of the City of Bessemer
Alphonso Patrick709 Castlewood DriveBessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-4420; (205) 481-4484Housing [email protected]
The New Morgan Road CaféJanie Tew8036 Loggins RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) [email protected]
The Noble Firm- Brian Noble631 Beacon Pkwy W. Ste 112Birmingham, AL 35209(205) 868-3280Attorney
The Principal & Associates CPAEugene PittsPO Box 360973Birmingham, AL 35236(205) 542-9874; (205) [email protected]
The Salvation ArmyCapt. Yong Kim, Capt. Young Soon KimP. O. Box 458Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 425-4303; (205) 428-0481www.uss.salvationarmy.orgSalvation [email protected]; [email protected]
The Trinity Design Group, LLCFernando Valentin, K. Binger1927 Fourth Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-3744; (205) 425-3707www.thetrinitydesigngroup.comPrinting/Publishing, Wholesale
The UPS StoreWatson Cole, Jr.3985 Parkwood Road Ste 109Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 230-0088; (205) 230-0090www.theupsstorelocal.com/5790Service, [email protected]
The Western StarMatthew Bryant1709 Third Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-7827; (205) [email protected]
Therapy SouthSandy Edwards, Mary Holden4774 Eastern Valley Rd, Ste 109McCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-1501; (205) 477-1559www.therapysouth.comPhysical [email protected]
Thomas C. Pendleton, MD985 Ninth Avenue SW Ste 406Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 481-7470;(205) [email protected]
Thrash Law FirmThomas E. Thrash201 17th Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-1818; (205) [email protected]
TK Productions & Events LLCTremayne Thompson, Karen Thompson3985 Parkwood Road Ste 109-122Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 434-1088www.tkproductionsinc.comEntertainmenttkproductionsandevents@gmail.com
Top This - Yogurt & Ice CreamJames Raco4770 Eastern Valley RoadMcCalla, AL 35111(205) 612-2151Yogurt, Ice [email protected]
Torme FoodsMarvin Torme527 N. 20th Street, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-7110; (205) 428-7113Grocery [email protected]
Total Scape FarmsScott Gaskins216 First Street NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 540-4653; (205) 481-8937Wholesale [email protected]
Town & Country FordSteven D. Watts, William Sain Sr,
Kyle Sain5041 Ford ParkwayBessemer, AL 35022(205) 491-0000; (205) 481-2970www.alabamaford.comAutomobile Sales, Automobile [email protected]
Tractor Supply CompanyJim Stronach690 Academy DriveBessemer, AL 35022(205) 426-9905; (205) [email protected]
Training Associates, Inc.Ed & Karen Rohrbach7630 Sherry Lane, McCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-0810; (205) 477-7627www.T-A-I.com Safety [email protected]
Trio Safety CPR & Safety TrainingBrady B. McLaughlin, Nikki Jordan950 Mitchell Field RoadBessemer, AL 35022(205) 440-1000
www.triosafety.comCPR [email protected]
Trustmark National BankDavid C. Darby, Leslie B. SargentPO Box 1203, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 665-3361; (205) [email protected]
U. S. Chamber of CommerceThomas Donohue1615 H Street NWWashington,DC 20062-2000(202) 659-6000; (205) 463-5888www.uschamber.comChamber of Commerce
Uncle Bobs StorageBelinda Royer3551 Bessemer Super Hwy.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-5579; (205) 425-5497www.unclebobs.comStorage
UniFirstBrian Kirk907 Third Avenue N.Birmingham, AL 35203(205) 563-4214www.unifirst.comCleaning Service - Uniforms, Rugs,
Towels, Aprons
United TextilesSteve McDonough1917 Second Avenue N.Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-6208; (205) 428-8592www.unitedtextileshome.comCloth Goods, Rugs
Urology Centers of AlabamaDr. Vincent Bivinf985 9th Avenue, SW, Ste 408Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 481-7680; (205) 481-7683Urology Center
Utmost Healthcare CenterA. Phillip Badewa, MD, PhD1007 Ninth Avenue North, Bessemer,
AL 35020(205) 358-9300; (205) 358-9306Doctor - Family Urgent Care [email protected]
Value Place BessemerAl Lamoureux, Tracie Wiebe5535 Academy Way, Bessemer, AL
35022(205) 428-4140www.valueplace.comHotel (Extended Stay)[email protected]
Vestavia Hills Chamber of CommerceKaren J. Odle1975 Merryvale Road, Vestavia Hills,
AL 35216(205) 823-5011; (205) 823-8974www.vestaviahills.orgChamber of [email protected]
VG TransportVernard Green429 Crowne Wood Drive, Hoover,
AL 35244(205) [email protected]
Visalus - Body by ViClaire B. & Quitman Mitchell948 Posey Avenue, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 527-2356; (205) [email protected] [email protected]
Visions Beauty Dist.Jeffery Simmons3584 Highway 31 S Ste 182, Pelham,
AL 35124(205) 567-3397Beauty Distributor
Vitas Innovative Hospice CareKaren Jones, Andie SloanPO Box 755, Fultondale, AL 35068(205) 502-5959; (205) 502-5966www.vitas.comHome Hospice, [email protected]; karen.
Von Tailoring & AlterationsEvonne Wilson2234 19th Street , Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-4659Alterations, [email protected]
Vulcan MaterialsAllen Lawson1200 Vulcan Drive, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 424-7625; (205) 424-7684www.vulcanmaterialscompany.comConstruction Materials
WalgreensMarie Vanostrad1815 Ninth Avenue N., Bessemer, AL
35020(205) 425-1757; (205) 425-8103Drug [email protected]
Wallace Optometry AssociatesDr. Fred Wallace, Dr. Merin Graves1431 Second Avenue NorthBessemer, AL 35020(205) 425-5182; (205) 426-5013www.eye-and-vision.comOptometrist, Eye [email protected]
Wal-MartLarry Franks750 Academy Drive, Bessemer, AL
35022(205) 424-5890; (205) 424-5031www.walmart.comDepartment Store
Ward-McLure Furniture Co., Inc.Mark Ward1910 Third Avenue N., Bessemer, AL
35020(205) 425-1611; (205) 425-1163www.wardmclure.comRetail [email protected]
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1821 13th Avenue North Bessemer, AL 35020-3246
Bus 205.424.3400 Fax 205.428.0515 www.juliebellagency.com
Providing Insurance and Financial Services
129 4th Street N. Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 424-2705 www.moorecoal.com
“Small enough for personal service ~ Large enough to meet your needs”
New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church “Ministering to the Church and Reaching the Non-churched”
Worship Services Sunday
Intercessory Prayer 9:15 AM Church School 9:30 AM Morning Worship 10:30 AM
Wednesday Teachers Meeting and Bible Study 5:50 PM
2430 10th Avenue, N. * Bessemer, AL 35020 * 205-425-9421
Dr. Reginald W. Calvert, Pastor
Watermark Place Outlet CenterMelvina Hudson, Anthony Underwood 4500 Katie’s Way, Ste 220, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-4554; (205) 425-4520www.watermarkoutlets.comRetail
WD ConstructionWilliam DuncanPO Box 3774, Dolomite, AL 35061(205) 744-8406; (205) 744-8405Construction
Weaver Land & Realty, Inc.Nelda Weaver650 Ninth Avenue Ste 100, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 428-4139; (205) 426-0510www.wlandco.comLand, Real [email protected]
Weldon Pharmacy, Inc.Steve Weldon, Diane Cashatt1280 Hueytown Road, Hueytown, AL 35023(205) 491-2805; (205) 497-1432www.weldonpharmacyinc.comDrug [email protected]
West Jefferson County Historical SocietyLouise Ayer Tommie, Diane HychePO Box 184, Bessemer, AL 35021(205) 428-9652; (205) 477-4836www.westjeffersoncountyhistoricalsociety.orgNon [email protected]@gmail.com
West Jefferson Internal Medicine PCReid Christopher MD, Wallace B. Purdy Jr. MD1088 Ninth Avenue, SW, Ste 104 Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 426-0546; (205) 426-0326 [email protected]
West Jefferson Technical Education Endowment & Trust
Mert ByramP. O. Box 634, Bessemer, AL 35021-0634(205) 915-2962Non [email protected]
West Town Plaza Associates, Ltd.Michael Weisser20155 NE 38 Court #201, Aventura, FL 33180(305) 690-9110; (305) 690-9550 Real [email protected]
Wheeler Wrecker ServiceHoward Wheeler705 North 22nd Street, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 965-9397Wrecker Service
Whiting Services, Inc.Chris Hudson, Joseph Liverett4001 Farr Road, Bessemer, AL 35022(800) 990-5008 ; (205) [email protected]
WideNet Consulting LLCLori Johns1400 Commerce Blvd Ste 6, Anniston, AL 36207(256) 241-6112; (800) 517-4084www.widenetconsulting.comWebsite [email protected]
William Parsons CPA419 19th Street North, Bessemer, AL 35020(205) 424-1511; (205) 424-6511Accounting, [email protected]
Wilson Pallet and Packaging, Inc.CeCe Doss1102 Greenwood Crossings CourtBessemer, AL 35022-5666(205) 428-5121; (205) 426-7838Pallets, Packaging
Winn DixieMonica Sledge2910 Morgan Road Ste 128, Bessemer, AL 35022(205) 425-2121Grocery [email protected]
Xi Sigma of Beta Sigma PhiSyble Lamons, Diane Hyche6772 Eastern Valley Road, McCalla, AL 35111(205) 477-8138; (205) 477-4836Non [email protected]
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