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The coal mine in Aldrich closed in 1942, but the ruins are still there. So are the camp houses, the miners’ bathhouse and the site

First Church, Spanish Fort, reopened its library and dedicated new books Nov. 25. Franklin Kirksey is pastor.

The Chancel Choir of Twelfth Street Church, Gadsden, will present “There Is Peace in the World Tonight” Dec. 16, 6 p.m. Larry Fuhrman is interim

The worship ministry of Canaan Church, Bessemer, will present “Celebrate the King” Dec. 16, 6 p.m., featuring the adult and children’s choirs and the artistic

The worship choir of First Church, Citronelle, will present “Imagine — A Christmas Worship Experience” Dec. 15, 7 p.m., and Dec. 16, 5 p.m. For

The adult choir of Grant Street Church, Bessemer, will present “Born to You This Day” Dec. 16, 6 p.m. Johnny Lawrence is pastor.   

Open Acres Church, Montgomery, will present “The Color of Christmas” Dec. 23, 6 p.m. Fellowship and refreshments will follow. For information call 334-263-5215. Ron Davis

The congregation of Zion Community Baptist Church, Gordo, in Sipsey Baptist Association knows a few things about what it means to be blessed. In 10