Milestones

Cordova Breaks Ground on Major Pipeline Replacement Project

Community, Milestones

Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis On August 20, the City of Cordova celebrated a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of a natural gas pipeline replacement project aimed at modernizing the city’s aging infrastructure. The project, funded by a $2.8 million grant from the Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization (NGDISM) program under […]

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Walker County District Judge Henry Allred Honored for Outstanding Service

Milestones

Cover Image by Justin Hunter Walker County District Judge Henry Allred has been recognized for his exceptional service and professional dedication during his tenure as President of the Alabama District Judges Association. This prestigious award was presented at the 2024 Annual Judicial Conference. Judge Allred, who has served as the Presiding District and Juvenile Judge

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Logan Cooner Clinches the Top Spot at Tuscaloosa Hot Hundred Bike Race

Milestones

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images courtesy of Logan Cooner Jasper native Logan Cooner has once again displayed his incredible athleticism and endurance in his latest endeavor, the Tuscaloosa Hot Hundred Bike Race. On July 27, racers and joy riders alike gathered, signing up to ride six different routes throughout Tuscaloosa County, ranging from

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Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Defense Munitions Proving Ground in Walker County

Community, Events, Milestones

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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Merideth Buzbee Harris Named Assistant Principal of Sumiton Middle School

Education, Milestones

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Merideth Buzbee Harris has been appointed as the new assistant principal of Sumiton Middle School, marking a significant milestone in her 24-year career in education. Merideth is well-known for her dedication to student success and her commitment to the community. Merideth’s journey in education began

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Ashlyn Mays Signs with Bevill State Cheer

LeaderSports, Milestones

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Ashlyn Mays recently accepted a Bevill State Community College Cheerleading Scholarship to continue her lifelong, award-winning career. Ashlyn has been cheerleading since she was four years old, earning experience in competition groups, school teams, and ACE All-Star Cheerleading. Ashlyn says that, over the years, cheerleading

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Bevill State Community College Partners with Jasper City Schools and Walker County Schools to Enhance Educational Opportunities

Community, Education, Milestones

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) is proud to announce a new partnership with Jasper City Schools and Walker County Schools through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) designed to enhance educational opportunities and academic achievement for students in the region. The MOU establishes a collaborative partnership between Bevill State Community College, Jasper City Schools, and Walker

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Jody Harrison Accepts Position as Principal of Cordova High School

Education, Milestones

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Jody Harrison has accepted the principal position at Cordova High School and will begin serving at the start of the 2024-2025 school year. With 21 years of experience in education, Jody has consistently demonstrated a passion for promoting student success. Jody holds a master’s degree

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