Life 101: Screened porch
Last Sunday I woke up early, I lay in bed silently going over my “gratitude list.” In the distance I heard thunder.I put on...
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2nd district primary runoffs this week
Those of you who live in the new 2nd congressional district have runoffs this coming Tuesday, April 16. This is the most interesting and entertaining political contest in Alabama this year....
Fund Summer EBT and invest in a healthier future for Alabama’s children
Summertime often can be the hungriest time for Alabama children. By investing in Summer EBT, our policymakers can take an important step toward addressing...
Capping property tax increases, election integrity and education legislation
The Alabama House of Representatives was busy again last week working on a wide range of bills. The pace has picked up since Spring...
Citizens urge lawmakers to close state’s Medicaid coverage gap
Alabama should save lives, create jobs and boost workforce participation by closing the state’s Medicaid coverage gap, Alabama Arise Action members told lawmakers Tuesday.More...
Area schools to close early Tuesday for severe weather
Jasper City Schools, Walker County Schools and Sumiton Christian School will be closing early Tuesday as severe weather is expected to move into central...
Cost of living raises for state retirees, transparency in higher education, report card for public schools
I want to start by wishing you a “Blessed Holy Week and Easter Sunday.” I am looking forward to spending this weekend with family,...
Public support of conservation efforts at state parks improve natural habitats for wildlife and visitors
MONTGOMERY – Smoke billows into the sky, visible to nearby residents and motorists as a sign that something is burning in the Alabama forest.It’s a...
Life 101: Easter at Aunt Edra Mae’s
We spent each Easter at Aunt Edra Mae’s house. She had a big farmhouse on the west side of Jasper and her yard was the perfect...
Technologically advanced training center to be located at Bevill State
The Alabama Community College System and Bevill State Community College announced plans to develop the Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Center and Network (AEITCN) on...
Carbon Hill police searching for murder suspect
The Carbon Hill Police Department is in search of a murder suspect after a reported shooting death Tuesday afternoon in the west Walker County...
WCCT Rising Star: Brody Hartley
We are excited to announce another 2023-2024 Walker County Center of Technology Rising Star, Brodey Hartley.Brodey is a senior from Jasper High School and is...
