Forestry Commission urges safety during July 4th celebrations
Picnics, barbecues and outdoor fun are an important part of Independence Day celebrations for many Alabama families. However, for those who plan to celebrate...
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Independence Day events scheduled across Walker County
There are quite a few events to celebrate Independence Day scheduled across Walker County over the next several days. Those events kickoff tonight as the...
Africanized Honeybees confirmed in Alabama
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) has confirmed the presence of Africanized Honeybees (AHB) in Jackson and St. Clair Counties. Both...
UAB to acquire St. Vincent’s
After thorough study and due diligence, the
Bevill State Career Pathways Academy hosts robotics camp exhibition, scholarship signing
On Saturday, June 22, 2024, Bevill State Community College (BSCC) Career Pathways Academy hosted an exhibition highlighting the Robotics Camp held during the previous...
The Bridge hosts 2nd annual Juneteenth celebration
The Bridge Educational Philanthropy hosted its second annual Juneteenth Celebration of Excellence Luncheon at the Jasper Civic Center on Saturday. The event commemorates Juneteenth, a...
Jersey Mike’s coming to Jasper
According to the Jersey Mike’s Subs corporate website, the sandwich chain will be opening a location in Jasper.The sandwich shop will be located at...
Ivey announces $500k grant for weatherization training center at Bevill State
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant to renovate space at Bevill State Community College in Walker County for a new weatherization...
$6.7M grant announced for water infrastructure improvements
Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed hosted an event in Oakman on Wednesday, June 5, to announce $6.7 million in grant awards for water...
Should UA’s stadium receive a name change to honor Saban?
I’ve only been watching college football for a little over a decade, but it seems to me that Bryant-Denny Stadium is one of the more iconic venues in all of American sports. The steel-reinforced concrete and...
27th Nauvoo Car Show draws a crowd
The 27th annual Nauvoo Car Show brought out vehicle enthusiasts from across the region on Saturday morning.The event, which benefits the Nauvoo Historical...
Walker County Cattleman’s Rodeo
The third annual Walker County Cattleman’s Rodeo kicked off Friday night. The event is being held at the Walker County Fairgrounds off Airport Road in...
