Words by Scott McCullar | Image by Al Blanton Priester’s Pecans are pretty special. Whether visiting their store and headquarters in Fort Deposit, Alabama or ordering online, you quickly discover their pecans and pecan-based products are good. I mean, really good. They do pecan products well. Sampling the smorgasbord of pecans in Fort Deposit brings […]
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton and Ryan McGill When colder weather settles in, comfort food tends to take center stage. Warm, filling dishes have a way of making the frigid air a little more bearable. Here are three local favorites that deliver some cold-weather comfort! 1. General Tso’s Chicken: Sakura
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Words by Matt Woods, State Senator, District 5, Alabama | Image by Al Blanton As Alabama continues to grow and evolve, so too must our approach to addressing critical needs within our community. Today, our education system faces two significant challenges: a shortage of qualified teachers and the need to support veterans transitioning back to civilian
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Cover Image by Ryan McGill As intense cold weather approaches this weekend, the Jasper Area Family Services Center is preparing its warming station to ensure individuals and families in our community have a safe and comfortable place to stay. To meet anticipated needs, the center is gathering essential supplies and welcomes community support. If you
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Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, is encouraging Alabamians to serve as poll workers for the upcoming May 19, 2026 Primary Election. “Poll workers are essential members of the elections administration team. They work hard from sun up to sun down on Election Day at every polling place across our state,” Allen said. “As Secretary
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Ryan McGill The Alabama Free Will Baptist Children’s Home is hosting its 6th annual Donut Dash 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Onsite registration opens at 7:30 a.m., with the 5K starting at 8 a.m. and the Fun Run following at 9 a.m., all
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton The fajitas at Los Reyes Mexican Grill are a flavorful favorite for anyone craving a hearty, well-seasoned meal. Served hot off the skillet, Los Reyes fajitas feature your choice of grilled steak, chicken, shrimp, or a combination, accompanied by rice, beans, lettuce, pico de gallo,
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Meet Macie Barrett, who serves as a sales associate at Bernard’s Store for Men in downtown Jasper. Macie grew up in Jasper and started working at Bernard’s when she was 11 years old. Although her job title is “sales associate,” she lends a hand in almost every aspect of the business at Bernard’s. “I do
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton As the Alabama Sheriffs Association (ASA) kicks off a new year, the organization remains steadfast in its mission to provide professional support, training, advocacy, and community leadership for all 67 sheriffs across the state. With a lineup of educational conferences, targeted training sessions, and events
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The Walker County Commission is now accepting applications for a full-time position as Assistant County Engineer. The starting salary will be according to the ALDOT Civil Engineering Graduate Salary Range. This position is full time, exempt from overtime, and includes a benefit package. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited
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