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Bevill State Receives 3M MAP Program Grant to Strengthen Workforce Development

Education

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) is thrilled to announce the receipt of the 3M MAP (Manufacturing and Academic Partnerships) program grant, a significant investment in the future of workforce development in Northwest Alabama. This grant will benefit BSCC’s Electrical Systems Technology program on both the Fayette and Hamilton Campuses, providing crucial support through equipment funding, […]

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Photographer Glenn Wills Brings ‘Forgotten Alabama’ to Life at Jasper Library Event

Community, Events

Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis On November 7, the Carl Elliott Regional Library in Jasper hosted “A Photographic Journey Through Alabama’s Past,” featuring photographer Glenn Wills. Known for his dedication to capturing the forgotten remnants of Alabama’s history, Wills has published four books showcasing the abandoned structures and vanishing relics scattered across the

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Bevill State Community College Welcomes Bobby Daniels as New Head Volleyball Coach and Associate Athletic Director

Community, Education, LeaderSports, Milestones

Bevill State Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Bobby Daniels as the new Head Coach for the Lady Bears volleyball team on the Fayette Campus and as Associate Athletic Director. With a remarkable career spanning over 30 years in coaching, including 20 years in volleyball, Coach Daniels brings extensive experience and dedication

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USDA and Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture Rick Pate Announce Award of $5.9 Million to Projects that Strengthen Food Supply Chain Infrastructure

Community

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with Alabama to award $5.9 million for six projects through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain and strengthen local and regional food systems. “Since the COVID-19 pandemic, prioritizing this

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Jasper Main Street Opens New Office and Future Welcome Center in Historic Building on 4th Avenue South

City News, Community, Events, Milestones

Jasper Main Street is thrilled to announce the acquisition of the historic white brick building at 311 18th Street West (the corner of 4th Avenue South and 18th Street West), which will now serve as the new home for the Jasper Main Street offices. The organization invites the community to an Open House on Tuesday, November

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Secretary of State Announces the November 5 Unofficial Election Results 

Community

The unofficial results for the November 5, 2024 General Election are available online at www.AlabamaVotes.gov. “Alabama voters received timely unofficial election results as evidence of a safe, secure, and transparent election,” Allen explained. “Yesterday’s election was administered with election security as the primary goal. I am proud to say that, because of our dedicated local election

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