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Athletic Arts Center Brings Hit Musical “SIX: Teen Edition” to Jasper This August

Community, Events

The queens are taking the stage this summer as Athletic Arts Center presents SIX: Teen Edition, the family-friendly adaptation of the international hit musical by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss. Performances will take place on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, at 2 p.m. in the Pam Brown Theatre at Jasper […]

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Bevill State Community College Announces New Evening Mobility Nursing Cohort at Jasper Campus for LPNs and Paramedics

Education

Bevill State Community College is expanding educational opportunities for healthcare professionals with the launch of a new Mobility Evening Cohort at its Jasper Campus for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Paramedics. Applications for the Fall 2027 Mobility Evening Cohort will open on March 3, 2027. The new evening cohort is designed to provide qualified LPNs and Paramedics with

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Sweet Grown Alabama Hosted Pop-Up Farmers Market in Conjunction with Tomato Sandwich Lunch

Community

Sweet Grown Alabama hosted a pop-up farmers market on Wednesday, June 24, in conjunction with the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries’ Annual Tomato Sandwich Lunch at the Ed Teague Arena in Montgomery. The market featured Sweet Grown Alabama members from across the state offering a variety of fresh, local products, including seasonal produce, value-added

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Cordova Plans Full Day of Independence Day Festivities for America’s 250th Birthday

Community, Events

Words and Image by Jenny Lynn Davis  The City of Cordova is preparing to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with an Independence Day packed with activities for residents and visitors of all ages. The celebration will take place Saturday, July 4, at Indian Head Mill Park, with festivities scheduled from noon until 10 p.m. The event

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Juneteenth Celebration of Excellence Honors Leaders in Education, Healthcare, and Community Service

Community, Education, Events

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Justin Hunter The Bridge Educational Philanthropy marked five years of service in Walker County during its 2026 Juneteenth Celebration of Excellence, recognizing four individuals whose work reflects the organization’s commitment to education, opportunity, and community advancement. The celebration brought together educators, civic leaders, community advocates, and residents

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Alabama Credit Union Offers Free Financial Literacy Resources for Students, Seniors, and Families

Community

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Alabama Credit Union is making financial literacy more accessible for students, families, and community members through free educational resources, community outreach, and one-on-one financial coaching. The credit union offers a variety of financial education tools designed to help people better understand saving, budgeting, credit, fraud

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Bevill State Community College Announces Spring 2026 President’s and Dean’s Lists

Education

President’s List The President’s List is compiled at the end of each term. To qualify for this honor, a student must have taken a minimum of 12 credit hours in degree/certificate creditable courses with a 4.00 GPA. This achievement is noted on the student’s transcript. Dean’s List The Dean’s List is compiled at the end

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