Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis The Jasper Herb Society will host its 15th annual Herb Day fundraiser on Saturday, April 18, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Plantique. This family-friendly event will include herbal refreshments, handcrafted products, recipes, and advice from members of the Herb Society and The Plantique staff. A portion […]
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JASPER, AL – The City of Jasper plans to provide a $125,000 contribution to support an upcoming addition to the Walker County Children’s Advocacy Center (WCCAC), reinforcing the City’s commitment to protecting and serving the most vulnerable members of the community. The funding was proposed by Mayor Josh Gates and introduced for consideration by the Jasper City
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Nick Rizzo Mayor Marion Combs walks around the lobby of Dora City Hall admiring the historic photographs lining the walls. He points to one in particular, a car-lined streetscape filled with storefronts in what is now known as old Dora. “That’s what it looked like when I
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Image courtesy of Iris Jarvis Young Jewelers, a multifaceted jewelry business rooted in a long family legacy since 1948, is honored to announce plans for a new two-story flagship location. The building will be constructed on the lot adjacent to the current Young Jewelers. As the business approaches 80 years in downtown Jasper, second- and
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Birmingham Gastroenterology is expanding access to digestive health services in Walker County with the opening of a new clinic location in Jasper. The clinic, located at 1009 7th Avenue, Jasper, AL 35501, within the Henderson & Walton Women’s Center, will be led by board-certified gastroenterologist Dr. William “Billy” Oelsner, who will provide comprehensive GI care
Words by Jayna Vance | Images by Jenny Lynn Davis The Jasper High School track and field team is set to host its first invitational meet at the school’s newly constructed eight-lane rubber track. The Jasper Vikings Invitational will be held Thursday, April 9, 2026, beginning at 4 p.m. Jasper will host several events throughout
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Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis The Jasper Welcome Center and Museum officially opened its doors on Tuesday, March 31, with a community celebration that highlighted both the history of the project and the role the facility is expected to play in Jasper’s future. Hosted by Jasper Main Street, the grand opening brought together
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Nick Rizzo Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center (Northwest) is proud to announce the hiring of Melinda Abbott as the organization’s chief financial officer. Abbott brings with her more than two decades of experience in accounting and financial management, along with a deep understanding of why the organization’s
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The Walker County Arts Alliance is proud to present the return of the Budding Artist Exhibit, an annual showcase celebrating the creativity and talent of student artists from across Walker County. The exhibit is open to elementary, middle, and high school students working in a variety of mediums, including drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, and
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Al Blanton Walker County residents are invited to take part in the Walker County Community Cleanup Day 2026 on Saturday, April 11, in partnership with Alabama People Against a Littered State (ALPALS). The county-wide effort encourages volunteers to help clean up roadsides and public areas across Walker
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