Events

40th Northwest Alabama Mental Health Golf Scramble Set for October 21

Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center (NWAMHC) has announced the return of its annual golf scramble, set for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Horse Creek Golf Course in Dora. Since its debut in 1982, the tournament has served as the organization’s primary fundraiser, bringing golfers together for an afternoon of competition and community support. This year’s event will

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Come and See: Walker County Campaign for Christ Event Set for October 18-22

Words by Linley Allred | Cover Image by Al Blanton The Walker County Campaign for Christ will host a five-night, countywide event at the Jasper Mall this October 18-22. Each evening will kick off at 6 p.m. with dinner provided, followed by worship beginning at 6:30 p.m. This free event, reminiscent of an old-fashioned tent

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2026 Metal Central Foothills Festival to Bring Two Days of Free Live Music to Downtown Jasper

JASPER, AL – Collective Soul, Mark Chesnutt, Everclear, Deana Carter, John Waite, and Channing Wilson will bring two nights of free live music to Historic Downtown Jasper during the 2026 Metal Central Foothills Festival, September 11 and 12. The Foothills Festival draws tens of thousands of people to Jasper each year for a weekend filled with

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Walker County Arts Alliance to Host Closing Reception for “3 1/2 Hours in the Sipsey Wilderness”

JASPER, Ala. – The Walker County Arts Alliance invites the community to celebrate the final evening of 3 1/2 Hours in the Sipsey Wilderness, a solo exhibition by Alabama artist Shannon Bourn, with a Closing Reception on Friday, August 21, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The exhibition has been on view in the Walker County Arts Alliance Gallery

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Capstone Health’s Annual Back2School Health Fair and Backpack Giveaways Set for July 24 and 25

Capstone Health is hosting their annual Back2School Health Fair and Backpack Giveaways on Friday, July 24 in Parrish, AL and on Saturday, July 25 in Double Springs, AL. The Friday event will be at the old Parrish High School football field from 9:00am – 11:00am. The Saturday event will be at the Double Springs Elementary School from 10:00am – 12:00pm. Both events are FREE and open to children in Walker County, Winston County, and surrounding areas. Children will receive mesh backpacks and

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Athletic Arts Center Brings Hit Musical “SIX: Teen Edition” to Jasper This August

The queens are taking the stage this summer as Athletic Arts Center presents SIX: Teen Edition, the family-friendly adaptation of the international hit musical by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss. Performances will take place on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, at 2 p.m. in the Pam Brown Theatre at Jasper

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Cordova Plans Full Day of Independence Day Festivities for America’s 250th Birthday

Words and Image by Jenny Lynn Davis  The City of Cordova is preparing to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with an Independence Day packed with activities for residents and visitors of all ages. The celebration will take place Saturday, July 4, at Indian Head Mill Park, with festivities scheduled from noon until 10 p.m. The event

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Juneteenth Celebration of Excellence Honors Leaders in Education, Healthcare, and Community Service

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Justin Hunter The Bridge Educational Philanthropy marked five years of service in Walker County during its 2026 Juneteenth Celebration of Excellence, recognizing four individuals whose work reflects the organization’s commitment to education, opportunity, and community advancement. The celebration brought together educators, civic leaders, community advocates, and residents

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