Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Justin Hunter As the new school year kicks off, weekday activities may be slowing down, but Walker County is still buzzing with community events! This Saturday, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re into live music, writing, or family fun. You can also adopt a pet or meet […]
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Calling All Young Explorers! Join Bevill State Community College for an exciting day of innovation and discovery at the STEM Explorers: Drones & Robotics Day on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Bevill State Quad, adjacent to Gamble Park. This event is FREE for 5th and 6th-grade students from Walker County, Jasper City,
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Justin Hunter While the weekdays are now dedicated to returning to the rhythm of schooltime, this weekend in Walker County brings many opportunities to enjoy live music, good food, and city life! Check out all the exciting event details below! Friday, August 16 When: 6 PM Where:
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Construction is underway on Defense Munitions Proving Ground (DMPG), a state-of-the-art munitions testing and training range in Walker County. DMPG is poised to become a cornerstone of national defense and local development, transforming 1,900 acres of reclaimed coal mining land into a new facility that
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images courtesy of Kelsey West, Daydream Design Co. The newest class of Walker College Foundation scholars had a unique opportunity to gain hands-on financial experience during AlaTrust Credit Union’s Bite of Reality simulation on Tuesday, August 6. The event aimed to provide young people with essential financial literacy skills,
Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Ryan McGill Jasper is thriving with community events and successful businesses. This week in Walker County, check out live music, new businesses, and back-to-school celebrations. View the event details below: Monday, August 5 When: 5 PMWhere: Southern Blessings Adult & Pediatrics | 4330 Highway 78 East, Jasper,
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Ryan McGill This week in Walker County, enjoy live music, attend a back-to-school cookout, participate in VBS, purchase some art for a good cause, and get in the game at local pickleball and softball clinics! Thursday, August 1 When: 6 PM – 8 PM Where: Swann Gym
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn There are several opportunities for fun and community connection this week in Walker County! Enjoy coffee and donuts with local firefighters, play some trivia, give glow yoga a try, enjoy homemade ice cream, attend a paint party, and shop at a special back-to-school pop-up! View the event details below: Wednesday,
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Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Image by Al Blanton This week in Walker County, there is something for everyone! Enjoy trivia, live music, VBS, a night with Tallulah Bankhead, or build your own trucker hat! View all the event details below: Wednesday, July 17 When: 6:30 PM Where: Johnny Brusco’s New York Style Pizza
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“We are so happy to be a part of Walker Couty for the last seven years, and are looking forward to many more to come,” – Greg Faulkner
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