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Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival Offers ‘Something for Everyone’ in 2024

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Cooking demonstrations by MasterChef Junior winner Bryson McGlynn and noted Alabama chef Ricky Albright highlight the schedule for the third annual Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival (WEWA). The festival, which is free and open to the public, begins Saturday, Oct. 19, at 9:45 a.m. and runs through 4 p.m. on the banks of the Coosa […]

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Tony’s Electrical Services Is Looking for an Electrician

Jobs

Are you an experienced Electrician, or do you wish to work/train under an Electrician as a Helper? Then apply at Tony’s Electrical Services by calling (256) 324-8881 or emailing a resume to tonyselectric05@aol.com. Work location varies across north Alabama, but current projects include the Haleyville and Florence areas.

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CAST For Kids 2024 Held at Walker County Lake

Community

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill On Friday, October 11, thirty-eight special needs students from across Walker County gathered at Walker County Lake for the area’s annual “CAST for Kids” fishing event. CAST For Kids is not just about fishing; it’s about empowerment, unity, and spreading the message that those with

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The Leader Lounge: Episode 5 – Rusty Richardson

Community

In this episode of The Leader Lounge, Al speaks with Bernard’s Store for Men owner Rusty Richardson. Watch the episode here: A special thanks to The Leader Lounge sponsors: Downs and Associates, Son’s Supermarket, Paper Places Bookshop, Milo’s, and Bevill State Community College.

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LeaderSports Featured Athletes: Breland Medders, Dora High School

LeaderSports

Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter Meet Breland Medders, a driven senior at Dora High School who shines both as a cheerleader and as a leader among her peers. As a member of the cheer squad, Breland brings enthusiasm and spirit to her team, coached by Katie Carden and Catherine Willingham. Academically,

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LeaderSports Featured Athletes: Jacoby Foster, Dora High School

LeaderSports

Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter Meet Jacoby Foster, a dedicated junior at Dora High School who excels both on the field and in the classroom. A standout tri-sport athlete, Jacoby showcases his skills as a running back and cornerback in football under Coach Chavis Williams, a fierce competitor on the wrestling

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Hometown Heroes: Glenn Terry Shubert

Hometown Heroes

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Staff Sergeant Glenn Terry Shubert, U.S. Army (Retired), served twenty-eight years in the military, with fourteen and a half of those years overseas. Drafted in May 1965, Shubert initially served two years in Germany. Reflecting on that period, he says, “It got into my blood.

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Secretary of State Wes Allen Reminds Alabamians to Register to Vote before the General Election

Community

Secretary of State Wes Allen wants to remind Alabama citizens that the deadline to register to vote before the November 5, 2024 General Election is Monday, October 21, 2024. “The right of eligible United States citizens to cast a ballot in a fair and secure election is one of the hallmarks of our constitutional republic,”

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2024 Walker County 4-H Chick Chain Show and Silent Auction Set for October 12

Community, Events

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Walker County 4-H is hosting its annual Chick Chain Show and Silent Auction on Saturday, October 12, 2024, during the Indian Head Harvest Fest in downtown Cordova, Alabama. The event begins at 1:00 PM and will feature local 4-H members showcasing chickens they’ve raised, including

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Walker County Commission Awards $250,000 to Aletheia House

Community, Milestones

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Al Blanton The Walker County Commission has awarded Aletheia House a $250,000 grant to establish a new substance abuse treatment facility for women in the area. Aletheia House, a United Way agency based in Birmingham, has been providing substance abuse treatment for over 50 years. In 2022,

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Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival Offers ‘Something for Everyone’ in 2024

Tony’s Electrical Services Is Looking for an Electrician

CAST For Kids 2024 Held at Walker County Lake

The Leader Lounge: Episode 5 – Rusty Richardson

LeaderSports Featured Athletes: Breland Medders, Dora High School

LeaderSports Featured Athletes: Jacoby Foster, Dora High School

Hometown Heroes: Glenn Terry Shubert

Secretary of State Wes Allen Reminds Alabamians to Register to Vote before the General Election

2024 Walker County 4-H Chick Chain Show and Silent Auction Set for October 12

Walker County Commission Awards $250,000 to Aletheia House

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