On August 15, Main Street Alabama held its eleventh annual Awards of Excellence Banquet at the Community House in Monroeville to celebrate the successes of local programs. The event was sponsored by Alabama Municipal Electric Authority and University of West Alabama Division of Economic Development and Workforce Development. Main Street Alabama’s President and State Coordinator, […]
Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis On August 20, the City of Cordova celebrated a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of a natural gas pipeline replacement project aimed at modernizing the city’s aging infrastructure. The project, funded by a $2.8 million grant from the Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization (NGDISM) program under
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Justin Hunter As the new school year kicks off, weekday activities may be slowing down, but Walker County is still buzzing with community events! This Saturday, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re into live music, writing, or family fun. You can also adopt a pet or meet
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Carol’s Boutique was founded in 1962 by Edith Ivey, who sought to pursue her love for fine women’s clothing by starting a business in a male-dominated field at the time. Today, Edith’s daughter Susie and granddaughter Jenny continue to bring Edith’s vision to life, bringing
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Words by Hannah Manasco | Images by Al Blanton Regina Myers is a hands-on superwoman when it comes to emergency response. Born in Jasper, Regina spent the first year of her life in Walker County before moving to Jefferson County with her family. After graduating from McAdory High School in McCalla, she returned to Jasper
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After being sworn into office on January 16, 2023, Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen immediately initiated strategic efforts to ensure that Alabama has the cleanest and most accurate voter file in the country. As part of this effort, Secretary Allen has identified 3,251 individuals who are registered to vote in Alabama who have been
Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Justin Hunter and Al Blanton School is back in session! Looking for exciting ways to keep the kids entertained after school? Check out these fun local activities to keep your little ones active and happy! Explore the Playgrounds Jasper has several beautiful public parks perfect for after-school
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Justin Hunter While the weekdays are now dedicated to returning to the rhythm of schooltime, this weekend in Walker County brings many opportunities to enjoy live music, good food, and city life! Check out all the exciting event details below! Friday, August 16 When: 6 PM Where:
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Construction is underway on Defense Munitions Proving Ground (DMPG), a state-of-the-art munitions testing and training range in Walker County. DMPG is poised to become a cornerstone of national defense and local development, transforming 1,900 acres of reclaimed coal mining land into a new facility that
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill In June 2023, Greg Williams and his wife, Tammy, were deep in wedding planning when they found themselves rethinking their options for a reception venue. Instead of spending money elsewhere, they decided to invest in their own venture. The vacant Williams Furniture building along Highway
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