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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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Jerry Guthrie Retires as Walker County Revenue Commissioner

Milestones

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Al Blanton and courtesy of Jerry Guthrie Jerry Guthrie has retired after 27 years of serving as the Walker County Revenue Commissioner. His transition from a detective with the Walker County Sheriff’s Office to running for revenue commissioner was prompted by the retirement of former revenue commissioner

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This Week in Walker County (August 5-12, 2024)

Community, Events

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Ryan McGill Jasper is thriving with community events and successful businesses. This week in Walker County, check out live music, new businesses, and back-to-school celebrations. View the event details below: Monday, August 5 When: 5 PMWhere: Southern Blessings Adult & Pediatrics | 4330 Highway 78 East, Jasper,

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Merideth Buzbee Harris Named Assistant Principal of Sumiton Middle School

Education, Milestones

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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Ashlyn Mays Signs with Bevill State Cheer

LeaderSports, Milestones

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Ashlyn Mays recently accepted a Bevill State Community College Cheerleading Scholarship to continue her lifelong, award-winning career. Ashlyn has been cheerleading since she was four years old, earning experience in competition groups, school teams, and ACE All-Star Cheerleading. Ashlyn says that, over the years, cheerleading

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LeaderSports Featured Athletes: Emery Hester, Cordova High School

LeaderSports

Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter Meet Emery Hester, a talented senior at Cordova High School whose skills extend far beyond the classroom. Emery has made a significant impact as a side base and tumbler on the Blue Devils cheerleading team under the leadership of coach LeAnn Hood. Not only is she

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LeaderSports Featured Athletes: Trent Keating, Cordova High School

LeaderSports

Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter Meet Trent Keating, a standout senior at Cordova High School whose talents shine both on and off the field. As a dedicated two-sport athlete, Trent has excelled as the quarterback for football coach Brian Maner and as a forward for basketball coach Jamie Walls. Trent shared

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Jasper Welcomes Seventh Safe Haven Baby Box in Alabama

City News, Community, Milestones

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Jasper, Alabama, has taken a significant step in safeguarding infant lives by introducing the seventh Safe Haven Baby Box in the state. Located at the Jasper Fire Department’s Station 1 on 18th Street East, this box provides a secure and anonymous way for parents to

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Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen Says Indictments Send Message to Election Criminals: “We are Serious about Election Integrity”

Community

Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, says that the arrest and indictment of Terry Heflin of Clay County, Alabama for felony absentee ballot fraud sends the message that we are serious about election integrity. “I have been traveling this state and talking about absentee ballot application fraud and absentee ballot election fraud for years. I have

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Bevill State Community College Partners with Jasper City Schools and Walker County Schools to Enhance Educational Opportunities

Community, Education, Milestones

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) is proud to announce a new partnership with Jasper City Schools and Walker County Schools through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) designed to enhance educational opportunities and academic achievement for students in the region. The MOU establishes a collaborative partnership between Bevill State Community College, Jasper City Schools, and Walker

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