Milestones

The Walker County Economic & Industrial Development Authority, State Senator Greg Reed (R-Jasper), President Pro Tempore of the Alabama Senate, Representative Matt Woods (R-Jasper), Representative Tim Wadsworth (R-Arley) and Chairman of the Walker County Commission, Steve Miller coordinated a groundbreaking ceremony to launch site development efforts at the new Heritage Industrial Park in Walker County. […]

The Walker County Arts Alliance (WCAA) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Katharine “Kat” Murray as the new Executive Director. Kat brings a wealth of experience in the arts, a passion for community engagement, and a dedication to fostering creativity throughout Walker County. Kat holds an MFA in Studio Art from the University of

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Al Blanton The Walker County Commission has awarded Aletheia House a $250,000 grant to establish a new substance abuse treatment facility for women in the area. Aletheia House, a United Way agency based in Birmingham, has been providing substance abuse treatment for over 50 years. In 2022,

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Mi Michoacana, Jasper’s beloved destination for traditional Mexican treats, has opened its doors at a new, larger location at 1301 Highway 78 East in the College Hills Plaza shopping center. Known for its homemade ice cream, popsicles, milkshakes, and various savory street foods, Mi Michoacana