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Logan Cooner Clinches the Top Spot at Tuscaloosa Hot Hundred Bike Race

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images courtesy of Logan Cooner Jasper native Logan Cooner has once again displayed his incredible athleticism and endurance in his latest endeavor, the Tuscaloosa Hot Hundred Bike Race. On July 27, racers and joy riders alike gathered, signing up to ride six different routes throughout Tuscaloosa County, ranging from […]

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Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Defense Munitions Proving Ground in Walker County

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Construction is underway on Defense Munitions Proving Ground (DMPG), a state-of-the-art munitions testing and training range in Walker County. DMPG is poised to become a cornerstone of national defense and local development, transforming 1,900 acres of reclaimed coal mining land into a new facility that

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Walker College Foundation Scholars Experience Real-World Financial Education through Bite of Reality Simulation

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images courtesy of Kelsey West, Daydream Design Co. The newest class of Walker College Foundation scholars had a unique opportunity to gain hands-on financial experience during AlaTrust Credit Union’s Bite of Reality simulation on Tuesday, August 6. The event aimed to provide young people with essential financial literacy skills,

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A New Chapter: Greg and Tammy Williams Transform Family Legacy into Event Venue

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill In June 2023, Greg Williams and his wife, Tammy, were deep in wedding planning when they found themselves rethinking their options for a reception venue. Instead of spending money elsewhere, they decided to invest in their own venture. The vacant Williams Furniture building along Highway

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Merideth Buzbee Harris Named Assistant Principal of Sumiton Middle School

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Merideth Buzbee Harris has been appointed as the new assistant principal of Sumiton Middle School, marking a significant milestone in her 24-year career in education. Merideth is well-known for her dedication to student success and her commitment to the community. Merideth’s journey in education began

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