Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Community members and local officials gathered at Walker County Lake on Monday, September 28, to mark the start of a major improvement project to expand the lake’s recreational and community offerings. The ceremonial groundbreaking quickly gave way to some of the project’s first visible work.
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Ervin Smith, a student in Bevill State Community College’s HVACR program in Sumiton, recently received the Building Futures Scholarship. The Alabama Community College System and the Alabama Association of Resource Conservation, & Development Councils (RC&D) awarded Building Futures Scholarships for the first time this year. Approximately 50 students enrolled in the Alabama Community College System
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JASPER, AL – The City of Jasper has officially released FOCUS 2030, a five-year strategic plan that establishes priorities and provides a roadmap for the City’s continued progress through 2030. The completed plan was introduced during Doughnuts & Discussion on Tuesday, September 22, a community event hosted in partnership by the City of Jasper and the
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Words by Linley Allred | Images by Al Blanton We haven’t seen significantly cooler temperatures in our area just yet, but we are headed into the months when larger groups tend to gather at home for the holidays. As Reggie Watts of High Point Furniture puts it, “It’s dining room table season.” Make sure your
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Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center (NWAMHC) has announced the return of its annual golf scramble, set for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Horse Creek Golf Course in Dora. Since its debut in 1982, the tournament has served as the organization’s primary fundraiser, bringing golfers together for an afternoon of competition and community support. This year’s event will
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton When Cody Gardner began designing a fictional restaurant for a Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) competition, he wasn’t necessarily thinking about a national award; he was thinking about challenging himself. The Oakman High School junior had competed through FCCLA before, completing a
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Words by Linley Allred | Cover Image by Al Blanton The Walker County Campaign for Christ will host a five-night, countywide event at the Jasper Mall this October 18-22. Each evening will kick off at 6 p.m. with dinner provided, followed by worship beginning at 6:30 p.m. This free event, reminiscent of an old-fashioned tent
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Images by Al Blanton JASPER, ALA. – Jasper Main Street proudly announces the completion of the newly recreated Sergeant William Jasper mural in Downtown Jasper. The original mural, painted by muralist Missy Miles, was lost in a devastating downtown fire in July 2025. Miles has now recreated the beloved artwork at its new location on 3rd Avenue South between
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton For Walker County residents seeking mental health care, developmental disability support, or help with substance use, a wide range of services is available close to home through Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center. Founded in 1969, Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center (NWAMHC) is a public nonprofit
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton At first glance, the different pieces of Magnolia L&H Group may seem difficult to connect. There is real estate brokerage and development. Construction and municipal consulting. A technology arm working with products ranging from fire retardants and wastewater treatment to alternative energy and smart-home security.
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