City News

JHS homecoming parade route map
NOTICE: Temporary Road Closures
 
JASPER HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING PARADE - The Jasper High School Homecoming parade will be Friday afternoon, October 24, 2025. Temporary road blockages will begin at approximately 12:30 pm with the parade set to begin at 1:00 pm. Expect brief road closures at various points along the parade route from approximately 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm to accommodate this event. The parade route will be the same as in years past.
David O'Mary plaque

October 22, 2025 - One year ago, the City of Jasper lost a dedicated leader and public servant with the passing of Mayor David P. O’Mary. 

As mayor, David led with integrity and vision in supporting city employees and building strong partnerships across the community. His legacy is one of service, compassion, and meaningful progress.

Mayor O’Mary is remembered with gratitude and respect, not only for what he accomplished, but for his leadership and service he brought to our community. 

Council, Mayor, and Walker County Hands of Hope pose for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 8, 2025 - Mayor Cowen and the Jasper City Council proclaimed the month of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Jasper to raise awareness and help spread the word about the importance of breast cancer screening and support. 

Map showing temporary road closure of a portion of Birmingham Avenue, between 19th and 20th Streets

Notice: Weather permitting, a portion of Birmingham Avenue, between 19th and 20th Streets, will be temporarily closed for construction from October 8th to October 15th. This plan may change due to weather.

Columbus day week sanitation pickup schedule. Garbage delayed by one day for the week.

There will be no Jasper garbage/debris collection on Monday, October 13, 2025, due to the Columbus Day holiday. Collection through the week will be delayed by one day beginning with the regular Monday pickups occurring on Tuesday.

All non-essential city offices will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025, and will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

road closed sign

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - Notice: Beginning today, one lane will be closed on Wright Street East between Gamble Avenue and Alabama Avenue for road work. The single lane road closure will be indefinitely until work is completed. Please plan for delays during this time.

council and supporters stand with GYN Cancer Awareness Proclamation

September 18, 2025 - At yesterday's Jasper City Council meeting, the Council once again proclaimed September 2025 as Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month in Jasper. Jim Crandall and UAB Dr. Isabel Scarinci briefly spoke at the meeting sharing that Alabama has one of the highest cervical cancer incidences of mortality in the country, with Walker County incidences among the highest in the state. 

Foothills Festival road closure map
Jasper Area Entertainment’s Foothills Festival is this weekend! Road closures have been approved to accommodate this event. Downtown road closures will begin at 6:00 a.m. on Friday morning on 19th Street from Alabama Avenue to 6th Avenue.
New BBT Truck in front of City Hall

September 5, 2025 - Welcome the newest member of our Street Department truck fleet! 

The Jasper City Council approved the purchase of a 2026 International MV607 SBA 4X2 brush truck in February. The truck became available this week, so Assistant Street Superintendent Billy Wade delivered the truck to City Hall yesterday. 

The City of Jasper is proud to serve our citizens with new, high-quality equipment.

Labor Day Sanitation Schedule

There will be no Jasper garbage/debris collection on Monday, September 1, 2025, due to the Labor Day holiday. Collection through the week will be delayed by one day beginning with the regular Monday pickups occurring on Tuesday.

All non-essential city offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, and will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

2025 municipal election
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Municipal Election votes will be at the Jasper Civic Center on August 26

Election day is less than a week away! Polls will be open on Tuesday, August 26 from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.  All Jasper voters will vote at the Jasper Civic Center.