Jeffery Anderson has been named the Outstanding Faculty Award winner for Bevill State Community College’s Sumiton campus. Anderson is a truck-driving instructor with 37 years of industry experience. This August will mark 10 years since he joined the Bevill State family as an instructor. He currently teaches night classes for the truck driving program in
Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis The Carl Elliott Regional Library – Jasper Public Library invited community members to explore a deeper level of Alabama history on Thursday morning during a special presentation held as part of the library’s adult summer reading program. Jim Braswell, president of the Alabama Paleontological Society, introduced the audience
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Capstone Health is hosting their annual Back2School Health Fair and Backpack Giveaways on Friday, July 24 in Parrish, AL and on Saturday, July 25 in Double Springs, AL. The Friday event will be at the old Parrish High School football field from 9:00am – 11:00am. The Saturday event will be at the Double Springs Elementary School from 10:00am – 12:00pm. Both events are FREE and open to children in Walker County, Winston County, and surrounding areas. Children will receive mesh backpacks and
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Nick Rizzo Jasper High School rising senior Lucy Fields will represent Alabama in Washington, D.C., this summer after being selected for Girls Nation, a prestigious civic leadership program hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary. Held each July, the weeklong program brings together two delegates from each state
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JASPER, Ala. — Senator Matt Woods announced the appropriation of $135,000 for Concerned Citizens for Our Youth, Inc., commonly known as the Beacon House. These additional funds will assist with the organization’s ongoing facilities needs and operational expenses. “Beacon House provides a safe, nurturing environment for teenage girls who need stability, encouragement, and hope,” said Senator
JASPER, AL – Mayor Josh Gates has completed the Seven Summits challenge after successfully summiting Mount Elbrus in Russia on June 30. The achievement marks the completion of Gates’ long-standing goal of climbing the highest mountain on each of the seven continents, one of the world’s most recognized mountaineering accomplishments. Standing 18,510 feet above sea level, Mount Elbrus
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The queens are taking the stage this summer as Athletic Arts Center presents SIX: Teen Edition, the family-friendly adaptation of the international hit musical by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss. Performances will take place on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, at 2 p.m. in the Pam Brown Theatre at Jasper
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Bevill State Community College is expanding educational opportunities for healthcare professionals with the launch of a new Mobility Evening Cohort at its Jasper Campus for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Paramedics. Applications for the Fall 2027 Mobility Evening Cohort will open on March 3, 2027. The new evening cohort is designed to provide qualified LPNs and Paramedics with
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Connor Short Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, food, music, and family-friendly fun at these local events: Sumiton Church of God Freedom FestKick off the holiday celebrations with an evening of community fun.When: Wednesday, July 1, 7–9 p.m.Where: 50 Hosanna Drive, Sumiton, AL 35148 Town of Oakman Fourth
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Sweet Grown Alabama hosted a pop-up farmers market on Wednesday, June 24, in conjunction with the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries’ Annual Tomato Sandwich Lunch at the Ed Teague Arena in Montgomery. The market featured Sweet Grown Alabama members from across the state offering a variety of fresh, local products, including seasonal produce, value-added
