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In this episode of The Leader Lounge, Al sits down with Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen. A special thanks to our sponsors for the show! Downs & Associates, Son’s Supermarket, Paper Places Bookshop, Milo’s and Bevill State Community College.

The Christmas Season is officially here, and we at the Chamber of Commerce of Walker County would like to express our sincere gratitude to friends, family, and coworkers.  Tonight’s parade is expected to be the largest in the chamber’s history. As we celebrate our annual Christmas parade festivities, we hope you will be transformed into

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Dr. Ray Cooner is a familiar face in the Jasper community. Since 1981, he has owned and practiced at Cooner Dental. He and his wife, Lethea, have built a thriving business and a family deeply rooted in health and service. They are immensely proud of

The 2024 General Election results have been certified by the Alabama State Canvassing Board. The canvassing board consists of Governor Kay Ivey, Secretary of State Wes Allen, and Attorney General Steve Marshall. “On November 5, Alabamians cast 2,265,090 ballots for president in a fair, secure, and transparent election,” Secretary Allen said. “This election was administered

Monday, November 25, 2024 JASPER, ALA. – Today, Republican Matt Woods (R-Jasper) announced his campaign for State Senate District 5. Last week, Senate Pro-Tempore Greg Reed announced his upcoming resignation from the Alabama Senate after 14 years of service. The vacancy will create a special election to finish the remainder of Reed’s term. Senate District

Words by Greg Reed | Image by Ryan McGill Northwest Alabama is a very special place. Nestled in the lowest foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, it is known for coal mining and includes so many beautiful wonders and remarkable people. I call it home, and I have for almost my entire life.  I was born