Events

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill On Tuesday, December 3, the Walker County Commission hosted a Bicentennial Brunch, celebrating 200 years of history, progress, and community. The event’s theme, “Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Present, Building Our Future,” highlighted the county’s rich heritage and aspirations for the future. The Bicentennial Brunch […]

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Justin Hunter Celebrate the holiday season throughout the month of December with these festive events across Walker County! Know of something we need to add to the list? Message The Walker Leader on Facebook! December 2 December 3 December 5 December 6 December 7 December 8 December

Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis On Thursday, November 22, the 2024 Farm-City Breakfast brought together community members at the Jasper Civic Center to honor the vital relationship between rural and urban communities. The event’s theme, “Our Community Counts on Farmers,” emphasized farmers’ essential role in sustaining the American way of life. Rebecca Barnett,

Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis On November 7, the Carl Elliott Regional Library in Jasper hosted “A Photographic Journey Through Alabama’s Past,” featuring photographer Glenn Wills. Known for his dedication to capturing the forgotten remnants of Alabama’s history, Wills has published four books showcasing the abandoned structures and vanishing relics scattered across the

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill On November 8, Bethel Baptist Church of Dora, Alabama, held its seventh annual Veterans Program, honoring those who served in the armed forces. Each year, this program brings together veterans from the community for a heartfelt tribute to their service. The program, which has become

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton and courtesy of Johnny Brusco’s Looking for an exciting way to spend Saturday with your kids? Head over to Johnny Brusco’s on Saturday, November 9, for a fun, hands-on experience where your little ones can craft their very own pizza! This pizza workshop promises fun