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Graduation ceremonies scheduled this week

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Schools across Walker County will hold their graduation ceremonies across several days this week.  Unlike in years past, Walker County Schools will hold their graduation events on different evenings with organizers saying that change was put into place to allow families to attend more than... Read More.

Jasper wins Class 5A softball championship

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OXFORD – Jasper High School arrived at Choccolocco Park on Thursday needing four straight victories, including two in a row over Moody, to win the Class 5A state softball championship. That’s exactly what the Vikings did. Emma Lou Frank’s RBI single in the bottom of the... Read More.

WCCT Rising Star: Dakota Drummond

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We are excited to announce another 2023-2024 Walker County Center of Technology Rising Star, Dakota Drummond! Dakota is a sophomore from Carbon Hill High School and is currently in the Welding program at  the Walker County Center of Technology taught by Jeff Clark. He is the... Read More.

Jasper Council approves significant funding increase for BSCC programs

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In a momentous decision, the Jasper City Council has unanimously approved a proposal by Mayor David O’Mary to significantly increase funding for Bevill State Community College’s Jump-Start program and workforce development initiatives. This move demonstrates the city’s commitment to supporting educational opportunities and workforce... Read More.

Working for Walker County

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“I was hired to fight for the people of District 13 and Walker County, that is exactly what I will continue to do.” – Rep. Matt Woods, ALHD 13  I want to thank you for taking the time to read my legislative updates. When I... Read More.

WCCT Rising Star: Dylan Tidwell

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We are excited to announce another 2023-2024 Walker County Center of Technology Rising Star, Dylan Tidwell! Dylan is a senior from Carbon Hill High School and is currently in the Welding program at  the Walker County Center of Technology taught by Edward Poff. He is the... Read More.

Contractor to pour bridge deck in Jasper

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TUSCALOOSA – The Alabama Department of Transportation has approved lane closures to allow the contractor to pour the bridge deck on SR-5 over SR-69 (US-78A) in Jasper on Wednesday, May 1, weather permitting. The contractor plans to close the SR-69 outside lanes from 5 a.m.... Read More.

Bevill State students named to All-Alabama Academic Team

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Two Bevill State Community College (BSCC) students are among the 2024 All-Alabama Academic Team. Alexis Wilson, GPA: 3.875, Hometown: Fayette, AL (BSCC Fayette Campus), and Clay Jones, GPA: 3.9, Hometown: Warrior, AL (BSCC Sumiton Campus) were honored for this accomplishment during the Annual All-Alabama Community... Read More.

Ledbetter a powerful speaker of the Alabama House

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As the 2024 Regular Legislative Session began about three months ago, I had a column entitled “2024 Legislative Session Begins Next Week.” In that column I highlighted the leadership of the Alabama House and Senate. I said there were three primary leaders, Senator Greg Reed, Senator Arthur Orr, and... Read More.

‘Hoot’n & Holler’n’ podcast debuts

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Any southern gathering worth its salt has certain fundamental elements. Those most needed items include fried foods, cold drinks, a crazy uncle or two as well as a fair share of “Hoot’n and Holler’n.” Matt Mitchell, a Walker County native known for his digital creations... Read More.