JASPER, AL – The City of Jasper has officially released FOCUS 2030, a five-year strategic plan that establishes priorities and provides a roadmap for the City’s continued progress through 2030. The completed plan was introduced during Doughnuts & Discussion on Tuesday, September 22, a community event hosted in partnership by the City of Jasper and the
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Words by Linley Allred | Images by Al Blanton We haven’t seen significantly cooler temperatures in our area just yet, but we are headed into the months when larger groups tend to gather at home for the holidays. As Reggie Watts of High Point Furniture puts it, “It’s dining room table season.” Make sure your
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Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center (NWAMHC) has announced the return of its annual golf scramble, set for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Horse Creek Golf Course in Dora. Since its debut in 1982, the tournament has served as the organization’s primary fundraiser, bringing golfers together for an afternoon of competition and community support. This year’s event will
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Words by Linley Allred | Cover Image by Al Blanton The Walker County Campaign for Christ will host a five-night, countywide event at the Jasper Mall this October 18-22. Each evening will kick off at 6 p.m. with dinner provided, followed by worship beginning at 6:30 p.m. This free event, reminiscent of an old-fashioned tent
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Images by Al Blanton JASPER, ALA. – Jasper Main Street proudly announces the completion of the newly recreated Sergeant William Jasper mural in Downtown Jasper. The original mural, painted by muralist Missy Miles, was lost in a devastating downtown fire in July 2025. Miles has now recreated the beloved artwork at its new location on 3rd Avenue South between
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton For Walker County residents seeking mental health care, developmental disability support, or help with substance use, a wide range of services is available close to home through Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center. Founded in 1969, Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center (NWAMHC) is a public nonprofit
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton At first glance, the different pieces of Magnolia L&H Group may seem difficult to connect. There is real estate brokerage and development. Construction and municipal consulting. A technology arm working with products ranging from fire retardants and wastewater treatment to alternative energy and smart-home security.
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CARBON HILL, ALA. — Carbon Hill Drugs and the Addiction Prevention Coalition have partnered to install a new medication disposal drop box at the pharmacy, providing local residents with a safe and convenient way to dispose of unused and expired medications. The initiative is designed to help prevent unused opioid medications from being diverted or misused
Images by Al Blanton The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) will temporarily close Walker County Public Fishing Lake for a major improvement project starting Monday, September 7, 2026. The last day to fish at the lake before the project begins will be Sunday, September
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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton The Walker Area Community Foundation celebrated another year of giving, growth, and community impact during its 2026 annual luncheon, bringing together nonprofit leaders, educators, business owners, volunteers, donors, and community partners from across the area. Throughout the program, one message surfaced again and again: Strong
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