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Courthouse security plans could be ready in days

Preparations for new security at the Walker County Courthouse, including closed entrances, may be ready by Wednesday, county officials said. 

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Couple subcontracted for Mar-Jac convicted for transporting illegal aliens
A federal jury convicted a husband and wife on Tuesday, Oct. 12, for transporting illegal aliens to provide labor for a Jasper chicken plant, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona of the U.S. Department of Justice's Northern District of Alabama in Birmingham and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent in Charge Katrina W. Berger. more
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District 2 Walker County Commissioner Jeff Burrough, left, and District 3 Commissioner Jim Borden listen during an Oct. 12 work session on premium pay and a new pay schedule for employees.
Commission may enact premium pay Monday
The Walker County Commission discussed options for getting temporary premium pay and a new permanent pay schedule at a work session Tuesday, Oct. 12, but made no decisions - although it appeared premium pay may be approved on a separate track at its next regular meeting Monday.  more
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Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith speaks during an Oct. 12 Walker County Commission work session on premium pay and a new pay schedule for employees. At far left, listening, is John Dunagan, the manager of the Walker County Solid Waste Department. Masked to the right is Revenue Commissioner Jerry Guthrie.
Smith, Tucker talk of need for competitive pay
Walker County elected officials discussed recently with the Walker County Commission the need to have competitive pay - and also suggested organizational or civil service changes to also help their offices. more
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Parrish Elementary/Middle School is busy implementing the Whole Child initiative at the school, which includes using "The Tornado Path" daily. Pictured are Principal Dr. Thomas Kyzer, students Ansley Miller and Loretta Brenzek, and teacher Eleni Morrow.
New programs, activities at Parrish Elementary

PARRISH — Many programs and offerings at Parrish Elementary/Middle School are fostering well-rounded students and a school culture centered on kindness and achievement.

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Council approves training pay increase for fire department
CORDOVA — The Cordova City Council approved a pay increase for members of Cordova Fire and Rescue as part of the fiscal year 2022 budget on Tuesday.Volunteer firefighters who attend meetings and … more
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Worship Life Jasper will host a family-friendly Halloween event at Jasper Mall on Oct. 31 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Local church planning Halloween event
Worship Life Jasper will once again host a family-friendly Halloween event at Jasper Mall.Trunk-or-treating will begin at 5 p.m. in the old K-mart parking lot on Sunday, Oct. 31. There will also be … more
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A dedication ceremony occurred on Sunday to state the intent for Curry United Methodist Church and its property to be donated to Walker County Schools. Pictured is Walker County Schools Superintendent Dr. Dennis Willingham, WCS CSFO Andrew McCay, Curry High Principal Eric Woodley, Brenda Drummond, school board member Trent Kennedy, Paul Sullivan, and Dr. Rick Owen of the Central District North Alabama Conference of the United Methodist Church.
Curry United Methodist Church, property donated to Walker County Schools

The former Curry United Methodist Church and property will soon be deeded to the Walker County Board of Education.

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Kelli Wise
Wise running for third term on Alabama Supreme Court

DOUBLE SPRINGS - Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice A. Kelli Wise, who is running for re-election next year, noted the justices are having more input these days into the running of the state courts and that she is proud of the state's response in keeping the courts running during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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Indian Head Harvest Fest coming to Cordova this weekend
CORDOVA — Live music and a local version of the Highland Games will cap off Indian Head Harvest Fest in Cordova this weekend.The event, sponsored by the Cordova Economic and Industrial Development … more
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