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Senator Greg Reed Announces $6.7 Million in Grants for Water Infrastructure in Northwest Alabama

“When you’re involved in public service, the number one, best thing you get to do is serve. These kinds of resources are going to make generational changes in these communities, and that’s something to be proud of.” – Alabama Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed

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Senator Greg Reed Announces $1 Million Grant Award to Bankhead Middle School for STEM Program Enhancements

“It is a great opportunity for students in all Walker County Schools.  This facility will provide a venue for students to gain the necessary skills and credentials to fill the high demand STEM jobs in our communities. This will lead to economic growth in Walker County.” – Amber Freeman

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United Way of Central Alabama Breaks Ground on Centennial Park in Jasper

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Al Blanton Tuesday, May 21, marked a significant milestone for the Jasper community as United Way of Central Alabama hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for a new park. This project is part of United Way of Central Alabama’s Centennial Parks initiative, which aims to celebrate the organization’s century-long

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Distinguished Young Women of Walker County Now Accepting Applications for 2025 Program

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Justin Hunter Cover Image: Caroline Thompson, 2024 Distinguished Young Woman of Walker County Distinguished Young Women of Walker County is now accepting applications for its 2025 program. Upcoming 2025 high school graduates from Walker County are invited to participate! Distinguished Young Women is a nationwide program founded

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