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Times have changed

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When I was a kid growing up in Walker County, it was a different time. Nobody had air conditioning. On hot summer nights, if you were fortunate enough to have a window fan, you might have to reverse its direction to get rid of... Read More.

Three people facing drug charges in Curry

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WALKER COUNTY, Ala. (The Community Journal) – Three people were arrested after the Walker County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) executed a search warrant in north Walker County. Jimmy Shehan, John Ulrich, and Dusty Wallace were taken into custody when officials with searched a residence on Battle... Read More.

Jasper receives 2nd SEEDS grant

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The Jasper Industrial Development Board has been awarded a matching grant through Alabama’s SEEDS program of $85,743.00, the second award given to JIDB from Governor Ivey’s development grant funds program. It will be used for a site assessment project that has a total budget... Read More.

Bevill State contributes $341.2M to regional economy

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Bevill State Community College (BSCC) continues to be a driving force for economic growth and workforce development in Alabama, contributing $341.2 million to the region’s economy, according to a newly released Economic Impact Study by Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics. The study,... Read More.

Gov. Ivey announces Department of Workforce; Reed assumes helm

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MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that on February 1, 2025, the Alabama Department of Labor will officially become the Department of Workforce. After effectively serving during the initial transition period, Secretary of Labor Marty Redden will retire, leading the way for Greg... Read More.

Times have changed

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When I was a kid growing up in Walker County, it was a different time. Nobody had air conditioning. On hot summer nights, if you were fortunate enough to have a window fan, you might have to reverse its direction to get rid of... Read More.