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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Justin Hunter Shirley Tidwell, a resident at Ridgewood Health Services, recently shared a piece of her heart with the facility by donating a cherished painting she created. She hopes it will inspire others to follow Jesus, take up painting, or perhaps both. The painting, which features her

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Ryan McGill If you’re craving a burger stacked high with flavor, look no further than Alabama Stackers. These burgers are all about satisfying serious appetites, with two, three, or even four juicy beef patties stacked high, layered with melty American cheese, and tucked inside a toasted sesame

Words by and Images Courtesy of ALBBAA The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association (ALBBAA) wants to celebrate the unbreakable bond that exists between a dog and its owner by reviving the Best Black Belt Sporting Dog Photo Contest. The contest is open to any and all dogs out on a sporting adventure in the 23 counties

Words by Cooper Kirkpatrick | Images by Ryan McGill Courtney Walker has been the lead paralegal at Friedman Law Firm in Birmingham, Alabama, for seven years, specializing in cases related to Social Security disability, Veterans Affairs disability, railroad disability, and other related areas. For Courtney and the entire firm, the mission is clear: to act

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Al Blanton There’s nothing quite like a nice plate of comfort food to fight off the chill of winter, and Sakura Asian Cuisine in Jasper has just the dish to warm you up! Sakura’s General Tso’s Chicken is a local favorite — a perfect blend of crispy,

Photos by Blakeney Clouse and courtesy of Reggie Watts  In this Leader Q&A, Reggie Watts, owner of High Point Furniture in Jasper, Ala., shares how his upbringing shaped him, the journey that led him into the furniture industry, the inspirations behind High Point’s offerings, and the deep influence of his family and faith on his