Amethyst, peridot, garnet, and jasper: Free geology events this Friday in February
From 2 to 4 PM on Fridays—the 9th, 16th, and 23rd—young people aged 8 to 18 can take part in a free hands-on learning series focused on exploring rocks, minerals, gems, and geology. In case you didn’t know, the birthstone for February is amethyst, which is beautifully crystalline and can be found in the Four […]
Mother and son face charges in Jasper arson case following destruction of public defender’s office
A mother and son were arrested after a fire heavily damaged the Walker County Public Defense Department in downtown Jasper early Saturday morning. During a press conference on Thursday, Jasper Police announced that 19-year-old Joseph Cole Witten Korachuk and his mother, 42-year-old Amanda Joe Howard Kurichok, were charged with third-degree arson, third-degree robbery, and second-degree […]
Jasper entrepreneur vying for District 13 position gains support from Alabama Trucking Association
A Jasper entrepreneur, known for a results-oriented approach, has secured approval from the Alabama Truck Transport Association as he vies for public office. Dustin Beatty, a conservative Republican and lifelong resident of Walker County, was the first to announce his candidacy for the 13th Alabama House of Representatives district back in mid-May. In a statement […]
Heman Drummond Innovation Center begins construction in Jasper
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Heman Drummond Center of Innovation This week, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Heman Drummond Center of Innovation (HDCI) took place at 3515 Industrial Way. This new educational facility aims to significantly enhance workforce development for high school students in Alabama. Located in Jasper’s Industrial Park, HDCI is positioned to foster partnerships […]
Chris Jasper Of The Isley Brothers Dead At 73
Chris Jasper, a beloved member of the iconic soul group The Isley Brothers, passed away at the age of 73. His family announced his death on Facebook on Monday. “A famous singer, singer writer and producer, played a vital role in shaping the sound of the Isley Brothers and Irey Jasper Isley, and has been […]
