Words by Reagan Young | Images by Ryan McGill Cam Thrasher, owner and operator of Thrashers Feed and Supply, made a promise to Rod Donaldson when he purchased Rod’s feed and grain business in 2012: shake hands when meeting clients, know customers by name, and always maintain eye contact. Rod, the late owner and operator […]
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The Walker County Arts Alliance (WCAA) is proud to announce it has received a generous grant from the Kiwanis Club of Jasper to support its in-school music education programs. This funding will help purchase musical instruments, such as rhythm sticks, for use in elementary classrooms throughout Walker County. Led by music educator Becki Stallsmith, the
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Burton Campers is officially open in Jasper. “Mr. Clayton Burton had a location here in Jasper before we were incorporated, so the business is actually coming back to where the Burton family started it in the 1970s,” said General Manager Jody Garner. The new location
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Southern Energy Credit Union recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest branch, located at 410 9th Avenue in Jasper, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Chamber of Commerce leaders, city officials, and community members. Formerly known as APCO Employees Credit Union, Southern Energy has
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Walker County Lake is set to see its most transformative improvements in decades. State and local leaders gathered at the lake on Thursday, June 5, to announce a series of changes aimed at making the lake a more accessible and family-friendly destination for outdoor recreation.
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Sakura Asian Cuisine in Jasper is well known for its flavorful hibachi dinners and fresh sushi rolls. But when it’s time for something sweet, their Mochi Ice Cream is a must-try. Mochi (pronounced MOH-chee) is a traditional Japanese dessert made from sweet rice flour that’s
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Words by Libby Allred | Images by Al Blanton, Ryan McGill, and Linley Allred There’s a growing fitness trend in Jasper: instructor-led workout opportunities. From strength training and cycling to Pilates and tap dancing, local businesses are offering guided fitness experiences that cater to beginners and experts alike. If you’re looking for structure in your
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In this episode of The Leader Lounge, Al sits down with Camp COOL President Brittney Henson. Watch the episode here: A special thanks to The Leader Lounge sponsors: Downs and Associates, Son’s Supermarket, Paper Places Bookshop, Milo’s, and Bevill State Community College.
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, welcomes Virginia as the tenth state to join the Alabama Voter Integrity Database (AVID) voter file maintenance program. With the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, Virginia is the latest state to join the cutting-edge system created by Secretary Allen. Alabama has previously entered into similar
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill When Olivia Wells graduated from Jasper High School in May 2024, college seemed like the obvious next step. It’s what everyone expected. But deep down, Olivia knew she was drawn to something a little more hands-on, and a lot less ordinary. The spark that started
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