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City Officials, Alabama Power Launch Connected Jasper Public Wi-Fi Initiative

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Ryan McGill On Wednesday, May 8, 2024, representatives of the City of Jasper and Alabama Power flipped the switch on Connected Jasper, officially launching free public Wi-Fi in Jasper. During a regular meeting last May, the Jasper City Council approved a resolution authorizing Mayor David O’Mary to […]

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Jasper Celebrates Multiple State Championships with Parade of Champions

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We’re extremely proud of these students and their coaches and directors. It’s not every day you get to recognize four championship teams at a time.” – Superintendent of Jasper City Schools Dr. Ann Jackson

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Serve It Up! A First Look at Jasper’s New Pickleball Courts

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Pickleball Courts are located at Memorial Park, behind Swann Gym – 1020 Kiker Ln, Jasper, AL 35501.
For any questions, call Jasper Parks and Recreation – 205-385-7979.

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City of Jasper Proclaims April Child Abuse Prevention Month

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Words and Image by Jenny Lynn Davis During a regular meeting of the Jasper City Council on Tuesday, April 2, Mayor David O’Mary issued a proclamation recognizing the month of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in support of the Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention and the Children’s Trust Fund. The proclamation

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Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Center and Network Announces Plans for Program Development

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“Alabama Power is committed to working alongside our state leaders to address workforce barriers and provide training programs that connect people with meaningful jobs in our state,” said Alabama Power President and CEO Jeff Peoples.

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Jasper City Council Votes to Install Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Department

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Last June, the Alabama Legislature expanded the state’s “Safe Haven” law, allowing the surrender of infants up to 45 days old at fire stations that operate around the clock with emergency personnel.

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What Can I Do at the Memorial Park Natatorium?

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The Memorial Park Natatorium is located at 610 10th Avenue, Jasper, AL 35501. Come by or call (205) 384-9617 for more information.

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Public Wi-Fi Project Now Underway in Jasper

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“Through the City’s relationship with Alabama Power Company, we are excited to announce this project, which will allow the city to connect with the new digital economy, which is the way of the future.” – Mayor David O’Mary

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This Week in Walker County (January 16-21)

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From paint parties to puppy yoga to Bible studies, here are some events you can look forward to this week in Walker County!

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Rep. Matt Woods Announces Alabama Child Protection Act to Combat AI-Generated Pornography

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Words by Matt Woods | Image by Al Blanton Technology can be a wonderful thing. It can make our lives easier; it can help us solve complex problems; it can even save lives. But we must remember that while technology can be used to solve many of our old problems, it always seems to create

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City Officials, Alabama Power Launch Connected Jasper Public Wi-Fi Initiative

Jasper Celebrates Multiple State Championships with Parade of Champions

Serve It Up! A First Look at Jasper’s New Pickleball Courts

City of Jasper Proclaims April Child Abuse Prevention Month

Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Center and Network Announces Plans for Program Development

Jasper City Council Votes to Install Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Department

What Can I Do at the Memorial Park Natatorium?

Public Wi-Fi Project Now Underway in Jasper

This Week in Walker County (January 16-21)

Rep. Matt Woods Announces Alabama Child Protection Act to Combat AI-Generated Pornography

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