Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Al Blanton During the week, after-school activities take up most of the population’s free time. However, the county is gearing up for a fun-filled weekend featuring Oktoberfest celebrations, bull riding, and a little bit of froggin’ around. Check out the details below! Saturday, October 5th When: 9 […]
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As Job Corps celebrates its six-decade legacy of transforming lives through education and training, we reaffirm our commitment to making quality career opportunities accessible to all young individuals. With a focus on expanding the workforce, Job Corps is dedicated to equipping youth with the necessary skills to excel in today’s competitive job market. To mark
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill, Al Blanton, and Justin Hunter The weather is starting to cool, the leaves are changing colors, and football season is in full swing. It’s fall in the South! Every year, fall brings many opportunities for fun and good times. So, get ready to be in
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Bevill State has multiple openings for these positions: Click here to apply.
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Jill Tubbs is celebrating 30 years with Walker County E911. Reflecting on her journey, Jill shares what initially drew her to a career she has cherished for so long. “When I was younger, it was hard to get a county job, especially one with a
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Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter Meet Molly Archer, a senior at Sumiton Christian High School who is making her mark both in sports and academics. As a two-sport athlete, Molly has excelled as a defensive specialist in volleyball under coach Kara Cashatt and as a second baseman in softball, coached by
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Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter Meet Rusty McDonald, a senior at Sumiton Christian High School who excels both on the field and in the classroom. As a tri-sport athlete, Rusty has been a key player as a running back in football under coach Jarius Williams, a point guard in basketball under
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Pictured: Anthony Sellers and Tina Aaron of HARTT – Image by Justin Hunter September 27, 2024 MONTGOMERY, ALA. – State Senator Greg Reed (R-Jasper), President Pro Tempore of the Alabama Senate, today announces the awarding $15,000 in funding to HARTT in Jasper, Alabama. HARTT is a local nonprofit organization that specializes in trauma-informed care, therapy,
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Mi Michoacana, Jasper’s beloved destination for traditional Mexican treats, has opened its doors at a new, larger location at 1301 Highway 78 East in the College Hills Plaza shopping center. Known for its homemade ice cream, popsicles, milkshakes, and various savory street foods, Mi Michoacana
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Jasper, AL – At the Wednesday, September 11, 2024, meeting of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, a vote was held to donate Walker Hall, located on the Bevill State Community College Jasper Campus, to Jasper City Schools. The property, valued at just over $3 million, has been unoccupied for the past two years.
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