Words by Alabama Senator Matt Woods | Image by Al Blanton When I first decided to run for the Alabama Legislature, I thought I had a pretty good idea of the issues I wanted to work on. Growing Alabama’s economy. Improving education. Supporting our rural communities. Creating opportunities for families and making our state an […]
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill The Bama Rolls at Los Reyes Mexican Grill are a flavorful and satisfying option for anyone craving a fun twist on classic Tex-Mex. This dish includes three shredded chicken taquitos, perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, served with lettuce, pico de
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JACKSONVILLE/JASPER, ALA. — Jacksonville State University and Sanders Flight Training Center have received approval from the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) to offer instruction for Jax State’s Bachelor of Science in Aviation at Sanders Flight Training Center in Jasper, marking another milestone in the University’s launch of its Aviation program. Approved during ACHE’s June
Montgomery, Ala.– Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, is reminding Alabama citizens that the deadline to register to vote before the August 11 Special Primary Election is Monday, July 27, 2026. “I encourage all eligible Alabamians living in congressional districts 1, 2, 6, or 7 to register to vote or verify their voter registration status
Jeffery Anderson has been named the Outstanding Faculty Award winner for Bevill State Community College’s Sumiton campus. Anderson is a truck-driving instructor with 37 years of industry experience. This August will mark 10 years since he joined the Bevill State family as an instructor. He currently teaches night classes for the truck driving program in
Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis The Carl Elliott Regional Library – Jasper Public Library invited community members to explore a deeper level of Alabama history on Thursday morning during a special presentation held as part of the library’s adult summer reading program. Jim Braswell, president of the Alabama Paleontological Society, introduced the audience
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Capstone Health is hosting their annual Back2School Health Fair and Backpack Giveaways on Friday, July 24 in Parrish, AL and on Saturday, July 25 in Double Springs, AL. The Friday event will be at the old Parrish High School football field from 9:00am – 11:00am. The Saturday event will be at the Double Springs Elementary School from 10:00am – 12:00pm. Both events are FREE and open to children in Walker County, Winston County, and surrounding areas. Children will receive mesh backpacks and
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Nick Rizzo Jasper High School rising senior Lucy Fields will represent Alabama in Washington, D.C., this summer after being selected for Girls Nation, a prestigious civic leadership program hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary. Held each July, the weeklong program brings together two delegates from each state
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JASPER, Ala. — Senator Matt Woods announced the appropriation of $135,000 for Concerned Citizens for Our Youth, Inc., commonly known as the Beacon House. These additional funds will assist with the organization’s ongoing facilities needs and operational expenses. “Beacon House provides a safe, nurturing environment for teenage girls who need stability, encouragement, and hope,” said Senator
JASPER, AL – Mayor Josh Gates has completed the Seven Summits challenge after successfully summiting Mount Elbrus in Russia on June 30. The achievement marks the completion of Gates’ long-standing goal of climbing the highest mountain on each of the seven continents, one of the world’s most recognized mountaineering accomplishments. Standing 18,510 feet above sea level, Mount Elbrus
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