Words from Bethany Fuller “I live in Arley on 40 acres of forest. The first and last thing I hear each day is birds, maybe it’s a whippoorwill, a mourning dove, or an owl. If I were an animal, I’d be a bird. They’re distant from everything but can see it all. They’re free. I […]
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill On Thursday morning, May 15, 2025, community members gathered in downtown Jasper to honor the lives and legacies of law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty. The annual Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony brought together local officials, officers from across the region, and
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Patrick Darwin has been named the new principal of Jasper High School, effective at the start of the 2025–2026 school year. A longtime member of the school’s faculty and leadership team, Darwin steps into the role with a focus on building strong relationships, supporting students,
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Al Blanton A Juneteenth celebration is set for Wednesday, June 19, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at St. James CME Church, located at 49 Stevens Street in Cordova. The event will feature music, games, food trucks, and local vendors, with free vendor space available. Organizer
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Bevill State Community College (BSCC) and Samford University have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that establishes a collaborative transfer partnership aimed at increasing access to bachelor’s degrees and expanding scholarship opportunities for Bevill State students. This agreement outlines a clear and supportive transfer process for BSCC students pursuing continued studies at Samford. The MOU provides defined
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill At The Lake Spa and Wellness isn’t your typical spa, and that’s entirely by design. Located next to Smith Lake Family Care, At The Lake was launched to complement the medical practice, adding a wellness component and a place to indulge in self-care. Owners and
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Orange Beach, AL — The aromas of fresh Gulf seafood and sizzling culinary creativity filled the air at The Wharf in Orange Beach as Sweet Grown Alabama hosted the 10th Annual Seafood Cook-Off on Monday, May 5. The milestone event brought together four of Alabama’s top chef teams to showcase their talents and battle for the
Bevill State Community College (BSCC) and C3 of Northwest Alabama, Inc. (also known as the Northwest Alabama Economic Development Alliance) are proud to announce the launch of Career BOO$T, a new tuition reimbursement program designed to support workforce development and economic growth across Fayette, Lamar, and Marion counties. Career BOO$T is the latest initiative under
Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis On Tuesday, May 6, the Bankhead House and Heritage Center held an opening reception to unveil Eye of the Needle, a new exhibit showcasing the intricate, hand-stitched artwork of Lisa Frey Crump. Presented by the Walker Area Community Foundation, the exhibit is the culmination of years of preparation,
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Napoles Barber Shop 2 is sporting a fresh new look. The family-owned shop recently underwent a full remodel, adding new flooring, fresh paint, upgraded lighting, and top-of-the-line barbering chairs at each station. The number of stations was also expanded, from eight (including one child-sized setup)
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