Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Many Walker County locals frequent Jasper Package Store on Walston Bridge Road for its wide selection. However, most find the real value in the friendly face behind the counter. For nearly seven years, Tammie Simko has been the bright, welcoming presence that greets everyone who […]
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Secretary of State Wes Allen is informing Alabamians that sample ballots for the November 5, 2024 General Election are now available on the Secretary of State’s website: www.AlabamaVotes.gov. “Sample ballots for all 67 counties have been made publicly available on our website, www.AlabamaVotes.gov. I would encourage all Alabamians to review these sample ballots as they get ready
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton and courtesy of the Smith Lake Civic Association On Thursday, September 19, the Smith Lake Civic Association (SLCA) completed a successful two-day cleanup event on Smith Lake, focusing on the Walker County span from the dam to Duncan Bridge. This biannual event is crucial to
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill and courtesy of Bernard’s Store for Men Bernard’s Store for Men in downtown Jasper is marking its 75th anniversary this year, and to celebrate, they’re hosting a special two-day event! Join the festivities on Friday, September 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday,
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton The Jasper College and Career Group is a new ministry for young adults, created by Hope Reeves and Anna Kate Webster, two friends who saw a need for something more in their community. After high school, both women realized there weren’t many options for people
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Words by The Walker Leader Team | Images by Ryan McGill and Jenny Lynn Davis September 18 is National Cheeseburger Day! To celebrate, The Walker Leader team visited local favorite Alabama Stackers! The folks at Alabama Stackers are always kind and dedicated to excellent service, burgers, and fries. Although we visited to celebrate National Cheeseburger
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Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, is encouraging qualified Alabamians to serve as poll workers for the November 5, 2024 General Election. “Poll workers are essential members of the election administration team. They work hard from sun up to sun down on Election Day ensuring our elections run smoothly and efficiently. Serving as a poll
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Ryan McGill With fall just around the corner, Walker County and the surrounding areas are preparing for a season full of local festivals that promise fun for the whole family. Each event offers its own unique mix of food, music, and entertainment, making it easy to find
Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Al Blanton This week in Walker County, support local businesses and celebrate the upcoming fall season! View all the event details below: Wednesday, September 18 When: 6:30 PM Where: Johnny Brusco’s New York Style Pizza | 315 19th Street West, Jasper, ALL 35501 Show up and show
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Image by Ryan McGill State Senator Greg Reed (R-Jasper), President Pro Tempore of the Alabama Senate, announced today $5 million in broadband infrastructure grants from the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA). “As the world has increasingly moved online, I am incredibly proud of the steps Alabama has taken to ensure that communities
