Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton The Kiwanis Club of Jasper is kicking off 2025 with two major fundraisers to support programs for children, youth, and individuals with disabilities in Walker County. The club will host its annual pancake breakfast at the Bevill State Community College cafeteria in Jasper on Saturday, […]
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton and courtesy of the Tedford Family The Jasper community is coming together to support one of its own with a special Baseball Alumni Game fundraiser on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. at the Jasper High School Baseball Field. Hosted in partnership with Jasper
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Words by Anna Duncan-Owens | Images by Ryan McGill When Kat Murray became the Executive Director of the Walker County Arts Alliance (WCAA) in late 2024, she brought along a lifelong passion for the arts, education, and community engagement. As a talented artist and educator, Kat combines her creative vision with her commitment to fostering
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Get to know Clayton Thorne beyond the game with this fun round of rapid-fire questions! From favorite snacks to dream vacations, these quick hits offer a glimpse into his personality and what he enjoys outside of sports. Stay tuned to Talegate for a deeper look into Clayton’s achievements and story. Favorite Athlete Luka Doncic Dream
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Get to know Molly Kate Burns beyond the game with this fun round of rapid-fire questions! From favorite snacks to dream vacations, these quick hits offer a glimpse into her personality and what she enjoys outside of sports. For a deeper look into Molly Kate’s achievements and story, read her full spotlight on Talegate. Favorite
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Breland Medders, Lee Everett, Emily Jacks, and Belle Boshell, under the direction of Ryan McGill When you walk into Alabama Credit Union in Jasper, chances are you’ll be greeted with a warm smile from Shelli Vanzant. As branch manager, she leads a small but mighty team of
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Seeking experienced production workers for all shifts for tier 1 facility located in Jasper, Alabama. Ideal candidates will have at least one year experience in a production environment working with hand tools and prefer they be mechanically and technically inclined. Candidates will be asked to pass a pre-employment drug test. Apply here!
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Announced in February 2025, the new Baptist Health Foundation logo reaffirms their commitment as the philanthropic partner to Baptist Health with a redesigned logo visually aligning the two brands. This new logo honors the Foundation’s legacy of Christian ministry by keeping the signature “Baptist Blue” cross featured prominently in the new design, while also incorporating
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Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis Joyce and Jim Cauthen brought Alabama’s old-time fiddling tradition to the Jasper Public Library on Thursday, January 30, with their presentation, Way Down in Alabam’: Finding Fiddlers and Their Tunes. They shared stories about Alabama’s fiddlers and performed traditional tunes for the audience. Joyce Cauthen has dedicated years
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Kerrigan Garrison considered it a dream come true when she opened Studio 623 in downtown Jasper in August 2024. Opening the formal wear store was a personal goal shaped by Kerrigan’s experiences in pageantry and her desire to help others feel their best. “I started
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