Milestones

Bevill State Community College Welcomes Bobby Daniels as New Head Volleyball Coach and Associate Athletic Director

Bevill State Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Bobby Daniels as the new Head Coach for the Lady Bears volleyball team on the Fayette Campus and as Associate Athletic Director. With a remarkable career spanning over 30 years in coaching, including 20 years in volleyball, Coach Daniels brings extensive experience and dedication […]

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Jasper Main Street Opens New Office and Future Welcome Center in Historic Building on 4th Avenue South

Jasper Main Street is thrilled to announce the acquisition of the historic white brick building at 311 18th Street West (the corner of 4th Avenue South and 18th Street West), which will now serve as the new home for the Jasper Main Street offices. The organization invites the community to an Open House on Tuesday, November

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Walker County Arts Alliance Welcomes New Executive Director, Katharine “Kat” Murray

The Walker County Arts Alliance (WCAA) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Katharine “Kat” Murray as the new Executive Director. Kat brings a wealth of experience in the arts, a passion for community engagement, and a dedication to fostering creativity throughout Walker County. Kat holds an MFA in Studio Art from the University of

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Mary Ellis Owens Named Distinguished Young Woman of Walker County

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Mary Ellis Owens, a senior at Sumiton Christian School, was recently named the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman of Walker County. The Distinguished Young Women of Walker County program is part of a national scholarship initiative that rewards academic achievement, leadership, and talent in young women.

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