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ADAI’s Farm to School Program Hosts Alabama Plate Day

The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries’ (ADAI) Farm to School Program, in partnership with Sweet Grown Alabama, hosted a “Sweet Grown Alabama Plate Day” at Booker T. Washington Magnet High School in Montgomery. The students enjoyed a lunch featuring products sourced directly from Alabama farmers. All Montgomery County Public Schools participated in “Sweet Grown […]

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Walker County Arts Alliance Welcomes New Executive Director, Katharine “Kat” Murray

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

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Senator Greg Reed Announces Over $500,000 in ADECA Resources to Address Family and Domestic Violence in Northwest Alabama

October 17, 2024 Montgomery, Alabama – State Senator Greg Reed (R-Jasper), President Pro Tempore of the Alabama Senate, announced today over $500,000 in resources to support prevention and awareness of family and domestic violence in Northwest Alabama through the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA).  “God calls us to help and love others, especially

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Walker County Arts Alliance to Host Art Party on November 14

Jasper, AL — The Walker County Arts Alliance (WCAA) is thrilled to announce the return of Art Party to be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Walker County Arts Alliance, located at 1500 Indiana Avenue, Jasper, AL. This event is one of the most anticipated of the year, featuring over 50 paintings from emerging

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Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival Offers ‘Something for Everyone’ in 2024

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Cooking demonstrations by MasterChef Junior winner Bryson McGlynn and noted Alabama chef Ricky Albright highlight the schedule for the third annual Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival (WEWA). The festival, which is free and open to the public, begins Saturday, Oct. 19, at 9:45 a.m. and runs through 4 p.m. on the banks of the Coosa

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