Image by Al Blanton Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, is backing Representative Jamie Kiel’s bill to keep the personal information of registered voters confidential. The bill also caps the cost of Alabama’s voter list at $1,000.00 and prohibits its use for commercial purposes. “HB 67 prohibits the release of voters’ driver license numbers, voter […]
Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis He stood in the doorway with a power bill in his hand. Sixty-seven dollars. For many people, that amount might mean a lunch date, a tank of gas, or a new sweater. For this elderly man in Walker County, living on approximately $700 a month, it was the
Photos by Christie Aitken/Alabama State Parks The nomination process for the 10th annual Eagle Awards has now opened for the prestigious program that recognizes noteworthy contributions to Alabama State Parks. The Alabama State Parks Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has begun accepting online applications at alapark.com/eagle-awards. The deadline to submit nominations
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Jenny Lynn Davis and Al Blanton Athletic Arts Center is returning to the stage for its 17th production of the timeless holiday classic, The Nutcracker. This year’s performances will take place on Saturday, November 15, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 16, at 2 p.m., both held at Jasper High School’s
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton The City of Jasper officially ushered in new leadership on Monday, November 3, during an inaugural ceremony at Jasper City Hall. The event featured the swearing-in of Mayor Josh Gates, along with returning City Council members Jenny Brown Short (District One), Jennifer Williams Smith (District
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton City leaders, state and local officials, and community members gathered on the morning of November 3 to celebrate the groundbreaking for Cordova’s extensive road improvement project, funded through a $6.4 million federal RAISE Grant. When completed, the project will repair or repave nearly 90 percent
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Looking for a safe, family-friendly way to enjoy Halloween? From trunk-or-treats to fall festivals and movie nights, there are plenty of local events happening across Walker County this week! Wednesday, October 29 Friday, October 31
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton and Nick Rizzo A historic Jasper church building has found new life as a modern event space. Chapel on 4th, located in the former Jasper First Christian Church, officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 20. The building was constructed in 1926 and served
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State Representative Greg Barnes announced his re-election campaign for State House District 13 today. The 2026 Republican Primary will be held on May 19. “I am honored that on election night nearly 70% of voters decided I was the best man to represent them in Montgomery,” said Representative Barnes. “Like President Trump, I am not
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Nick Rizzo The Kiwanis Club of Jasper held its annual Track and Field Day on Wednesday, October 15, bringing together students from across Walker County and Jasper City schools for a day of fun and athletic competition. Since 1923, the club has focused on serving the local
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