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Bagwell-Goforth Gail Carlisle and Joey Bagwell, both of Ragland, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Laura Bagwell, to Alex Goforth, the son of Robin and Carl Goforth of Ja...
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Bob Maddox of Jasper admires his tee shot on the par 4 starting hole at Kiva Dunes Golf Club. Roll Tide! Photo by: Jack McNeely
Local golfers tackle wind-swept Kiva Dunes
FORT MORGAN — Twenty-eight area golfers traveled south for some great golf and camaraderie here April 11-15 at the Kiva Dunes Golf Club.
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Margaret Dabbs
Dr. L.M. Walker
An essential thread in the heart and soul of our community
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Engagements
Roberts-Allred Freddie and Ginny Roberts of Jasper are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Rebecca Jo Roberts, to Brandon Lee Allred, son of Billy and Lee Anna Allred and Carl ...
Apr 15, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 7 7 recommendations | email to a friend
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Jennifer Cohron
Beware: critter crossing
Zac and I are pleased to announce the arrival of our new four-legged family member, Justin Earl Beaver.
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Ruth Baker
School libraries a good place for extra books
I am taking the time from all the happenings of the community and the history of the county to talk about the need for books in our school libraries.
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Rick Watson
The first catch of the season
I went fly fishing on the Sipsey this morning for the first time this year. It was a little cool when I left home, but I put on some warm clothes to wear under my waders. It wasn’t too bad when I s...
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The Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., tells the story of the doomed ship’s passengers and crew to thousands of visitors each year. The two-story museum is half the size of the original vessel and contains more than 400 artifacts. Photo Special to the Eagle
Pigeon Forge attraction pays tribute to passengers, crew
Approximately 2,200 people were aboard the RMS Titanic for her disastrous maiden voyage in April 1912, but millions more have walked her decks since the Titanic Museum opened in Pigeon Forge in 2010.
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School Menus April 16-20
JASPER CITY SCHOOLS MADDOX Monday - Chicken Fillet Sandwich, Chips, Dill Slice, Carrot Raisin Salad, Fruit Snack, Fresh Fruit, Milk Tuesday - BBQ Sandwich, Hashbrowns, Corn Nuggets, Fruit, Mil...
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Jennifer Cohron
Two crosses and a tornado
I believe some moments and split-second decisions that seem so random are actually footnotes to a broader story that will make sense only in retrospect.
Apr 08, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 10 10 recommendations | email to a friend
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Rick Watson
Mama’s love of Easter
This Easter is our family’s first holiday without my mom. We’ll do most of the things we normally do, but it won’t be the same.
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Engagements
Farris-Waldrop Dwight and Dana Farris of Jasper are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Marie Farris, to Robin Eric Waldrop, son of Rick and Pam Waldrop of Jasper. Th...
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School Menus April 9-13
JASPER CITY SCHOOLS MADDOX Monday - Hot Dog w/Cheese, Sauerkraut or Chili Sauce, Baked Chips, Fruit Roll-Up, Fruit, Milk Tuesday - Chicken Fajita, Hash Browns, Refried Beans, Fruit, Milk Wedne...
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Pam Tebow, mother of NFL quarterback Tim Tebow, speaks to guests at the Pregnancy Test and Resource Center’s fundraising banquet. Photo by: Jennifer Cohron
Pam Tebow shares testimony at fundraising gala for pregnancy center
Pam Tebow’s speech during the Pregnancy Test and Resource Center’s banquet Tuesday night was filled with sports analogies and stories about her youngest son, Tim. However, her message never strayed...
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Margaret Dabbs
Fresh strawberries: Spring’s reward for the taste buds
As strawberries announce the beginning of Alabama’s fruit harvest, a couple of months before Julie and Jeremy Calvert open their stall at the Walker County Farmers Market, they are selling the worl...
Apr 04, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 24 24 recommendations | email to a friend
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