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Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Ryan McGill This holiday season, Jasper Main Street’s Candy Cane Trail is the perfect way to shop local and enjoy the festive atmosphere. With over 30 participating stores in downtown Jasper and nearby, it’s a convenient way to check off your Christmas shopping list while supporting small […]

Words by Hannah Manasco | Images by Al Blanton After 39 years of service with the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Huey “Hoss” Mack has retired, stepping into a new role as the Executive Director of the Alabama Sheriffs Association. The Alabama Sheriffs Association is a non-profit organization that supports all 67 Alabama sheriffs, coordinates

The forecast called for fun and lots of laughs this past Saturday as two of Birmingham’s meteorological icons held book signings at Jasper’s Lavish Coffee Bar. James Spann, who serves as the Chief Meteorologist for ABC 33/40, and Wes Wyatt, Chief Meteorologist for WBRC Fox 6, spoke to patrons, signed dozens of books, sold merchandise,

In this episode of The Leader Lounge, Al speaks with Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen. Watch the episode here: A special thanks to The Leader Lounge sponsors: Downs and Associates, Son’s Supermarket, Paper Places Bookshop, Milo’s, and Bevill State Community College.

The Christmas Season is officially here, and we at the Chamber of Commerce of Walker County would like to express our sincere gratitude to friends, family, and coworkers.  Tonight’s parade is expected to be the largest in the chamber’s history. As we celebrate our annual Christmas parade festivities, we hope you will be transformed into

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Dr. Ray Cooner is a familiar face in the Jasper community. Since 1981, he has owned and practiced at Cooner Dental. He and his wife, Lethea, have built a thriving business and a family deeply rooted in health and service. They are immensely proud of