Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Before Bruce LeVan ever considered a career in the military, his father, Frank LeVan, a World War II medic who served in the Philippines, imparted a piece of advice that would resonate with him for years to come. “Son, if you ever go in the […]
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Cover Image by Al Blanton The Bankhead House and Heritage Center is once again bringing excitement to the summer with the annual Under the Stars series. This beloved event offers a lineup of free concerts and a special movie night, perfect for family and friends to enjoy together throughout the season.
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ROGERSVILLE, Ala. – Officials with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Alabama Department of Environmental Management cut a ceremonial ribbon Friday for resurfaced roads at Joe Wheeler State Park paved with asphalt made with materials from scrap tires. Roads inside Joe Wheeler State Park had not been repaved since the 1990s,
The inaugural Alabama Sheriffs Association PCA Pro Rodeo is set for May 9-11, 2024, at the National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds in Dothan, AL. Proceeds from this three-day event will benefit the Alabama Sheriffs Youth Ranches and the Alabama Sheriffs Foundation. With over $50,000 in added prize money, The Alabama Sheriff’s Association PCA Pro Rodeo is
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In this Walker Leader Q&A, Stephanie Holcomb details the people, places, and experiences that have shaped her worldview and encouraged her to embrace her calling.
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Pickleball Courts are located at Memorial Park, behind Swann Gym – 1020 Kiker Ln, Jasper, AL 35501.
For any questions, call Jasper Parks and Recreation – 205-385-7979.
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“We had a great group of people this year! All of their projects were outstanding, and the Leadership Walker County staff congratulates each and every one of them.” – Leadership Walker County Program Facilitator and President of the Chamber of Commerce of Walker County Linda Lewis
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Agricultural Development Authority (AADA) is opening applications for a second round under the Alabama Meat Processing Program (AMPP). This program is a result of a $15 million award from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) through the Meat and Poultry Intermediary Lending Program (MPILP) to the AADA. Applications for Phase
“Making a difference through drug investigations has been the best part of my job, especially when I can help someone realize they have better potential than being involved in drugs. It makes me happy when I can change the course of someone’s life for the better.” – Jared Hall
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Birmingham, Ala. — The 106th Air Refueling Squadron of the Alabama Air National Guard will hold a memorial ceremony at the grave-site of Thomas “Pete” Ray in Forest Hill Cemetery on April 18 at 3:00pm commemorating the 63rd anniversary of the Bay of Pigs mission that took the lives of four Alabama Airmen. This historic
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