Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Justin Hunter Celebrate the holiday season throughout the month of December with these festive events across Walker County! Know of something we need to add to the list? Message The Walker Leader on Facebook! December 2 December 3 December 5 December 6 December 7 December 8 December […]
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Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter For Jasper High School senior Jarret Morrison, baseball is a passion and a defining part of his life. Jarret began playing baseball when he was just three years old, and his love for the game has only grown over the years. Now, as a shortstop and
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Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter Athleticism runs in the family for Jasper High School junior Millie Oliver. As a standout middle hitter in volleyball and a talented singles and doubles tennis player, Millie is carving her own path in Jasper athletics while carrying on the legacy of her sister, tennis player
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Dr. Ray Cooner is a familiar face in the Jasper community. Since 1981, he has owned and practiced at Cooner Dental. He and his wife, Lethea, have built a thriving business and a family deeply rooted in health and service. They are immensely proud of
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images courtesy of the Bankhead House and Heritage Center Walker County residents are invited to celebrate 200 years of history and community at the Walker County Bicentennial Brunch on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the Jasper Civic Center. The event begins at 9 a.m. with brunch catered by Five
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The 2024 General Election results have been certified by the Alabama State Canvassing Board. The canvassing board consists of Governor Kay Ivey, Secretary of State Wes Allen, and Attorney General Steve Marshall. “On November 5, Alabamians cast 2,265,090 ballots for president in a fair, secure, and transparent election,” Secretary Allen said. “This election was administered
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Levi Sanford, courtesy of Kim Ennis Dr. Kimberly Ennis, founder and CEO of KME Consulting Group LLC, has been named one of Women We Admire‘s Top 50 Women Leaders of Alabama for 2024. Women We Admire is a distinguished membership organization recognizing and celebrating accomplished women leaders
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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 of 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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Monday, November 25, 2024 JASPER, ALA. – Today, Republican Matt Woods (R-Jasper) announced his campaign for State Senate District 5. Last week, Senate Pro-Tempore Greg Reed announced his upcoming resignation from the Alabama Senate after 14 years of service. The vacancy will create a special election to finish the remainder of Reed’s term. Senate District
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Words by Greg Reed | Image by Ryan McGill Northwest Alabama is a very special place. Nestled in the lowest foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, it is known for coal mining and includes so many beautiful wonders and remarkable people. I call it home, and I have for almost my entire life. I was born
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