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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.

Reed announces $128k in grants to Walker County through CAWACO RC&D

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State Senator Greg Reed (R-Jasper), President Pro Tempore of the Alabama Senate, today announces the awarding $128,000 in funding for infrastructure and services projects in Walker County through Cawaco RC&D.  “Providing resources for infrastructure and services that bolster our local communities is a huge priority,”... Read More.

Life 101: October

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October has a lot to offer.  The pastimes change from water sports, weekends at the beach to football, festivals getting ready for Christmas. October is an assault on the senses with color that changes from moment to moment.  Lush green gives way to orange, yellow,... Read More.

A lost art

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In the part of Walker county where I was raised, there once lived an African-American man who owned a farm, neighboring my grandparents’ place. He mostly kept to himself but was civil to folks, as much as was manageable. Some of my favorite quotes... Read More.

BSCC donates Walker Hall to Jasper City Schools

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At the Wednesday, September 11, 2024, meeting of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, a vote was held to donate Walker Hall, located on the Bevill State Community College Jasper Campus, to Jasper City Schools. The property, valued at just over $3... Read More.

Bevill State enrollment increases to pre-COVID levels

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“Achieving pre-COVID enrollment numbers is a remarkable milestone for Bevill State Community College, and it is a testament to the dedication and tireless efforts of our entire team. From the commitment of our faculty and staff in delivering outstanding student services and academic excellence... Read More.

Sen. Reed announces $5M in broadband grants

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State Senator Greg Reed (R-Jasper), President Pro Tempore of the Alabama Senate, announced today $5 million in broadband infrastructure grants from the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA). “As the world has increasingly moved online, I am incredibly proud of the steps Alabama... Read More.

Reed announces $128k in grants to Walker County through CAWACO RC&D

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State Senator Greg Reed (R-Jasper), President Pro Tempore of the Alabama Senate, today announces the awarding $128,000 in funding for infrastructure and services projects in Walker County through Cawaco RC&D.  “Providing resources for infrastructure and services that bolster our local communities is a huge priority,”... Read More.

Bevill State PR earns statewide awards

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The Department of Public Relations, Recruiting, and Advancement at Bevill State Community College (BSCC) recently received five prestigious awards at the annual conference of the Alabama Community College System Public Relations Association (ACCSPRA), held last week in Orange Beach, Alabama. This recognition highlights the... Read More.