Brian Hale – WJLX 101.5 FM

Wednesday, June 25 by Brian Hale

Walker County Football Media Day 2025 set for July 11

WJLX 101.5 is proud to present Walker County Football Media Day 2025 on Friday, July 11 at Los Reyes in Downton Jasper. All seven schools within Walker County - Carbon Hill, Cordova, Curry, Dora, Jasper, Oakman and Sumiton Christian - will kick-off the preseason with ...

Monday, June 2 by Brian Hale

Blog: Thanks to the MLB, pro softball has a chance

It's no secret that I love softball. In my Favorite Sports Hierarchy, it ranks directly behind college football....although after last season, admittedly, the oblong ball is quickly losing ground to the bright round ball. Last week, the MLB made a landmark decision that's been loudly welcomed by ...

Monday, March 3 by Brian Hale

FCC Applications

On February 26, 2025, JAMES DON EARLEY, licensee of WJLX (AM) 1240 kHz, Jasper, AL and W268BM (FX) 101.5 mHz, Jasper, AL, filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission for assignment of license. Members of the public wishing to view this application or ...

Tuesday, February 11 by Brian Hale

Bevill State Press Release: Carl Elliott Institute Application Now Open

From Bevill State Community College: “Bevill State Community College is proud to continue the Carl Elliott Institute, a program that reflects the legacy of Carl Elliott’s leadership and commitment to public service. In partnership with the Walker Area Community Foundation and the Walker College Foundation, ...

Sunday, February 2 by Brian Hale

Press Release: WJLX 1240AM Returns to the Airwaves

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - WJLX 1240AM Returns to the Airwaves Jasper, AL – WJLX 1240AM is pleased to announce the restoration of its broadcast signal, dispelling recent rumors and misinformation regarding the station's status. Despite many challenges, including the unexpected loss of our dear friend ...

Wednesday, January 22 by Brian Hale

Postseason atmosphere always accompanies Walker County Basketball Tournament

We're in one of my favorite times of the year: the week of the Walker County Basketball Tournament. For 15 years I've watched the county tournament evolve and take twists and turns. The first one I covered, ironically enough, was at Curry - site of this ...

Tuesday, January 14 by Brian Hale

Remodeled Clem is perfect for new era of Bevill Athletics

Since Bevill State Bears Basketball was re-started in 2017, one key component was missing to certify the return of the legendary program: A new look for Glen Clem Memorial Gymnasium. While many of Bevill State's other athletic programs have seen either an upgrade, or have ...

Monday, January 6 by Brian Hale

Bevill State holds open house for renovated Clem Gym

The home of Bevill State Basketball has undergone a much-needed renovation and invited members of the community to tour the upgraded facilities at Glen R. Clem Memorial Gymnasium. The project, originally announced in the fall of 2023 by Bevill State president Joel Hagood, reached its ...

Tuesday, December 24 by Brian Hale

Jasper Christmas Classic becoming the new “Don’t miss” event of the season

Saturday wrapped-up the City of Jasper's Christmas Classic, the annual event that's becoming a hot ticket for basketball programs from around the Southeast to showcase their talent, face top-notch competition and enjoy a special atmosphere rivaled by what is experienced in the postseason. There's little ...

Wednesday, November 13 by Brian Hale

Bevill State receives 3M Map program grant to strengthen workforce development

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) is thrilled to announce the receipt of the 3M MAP (Manufacturing and Academic Partnerships) program grant, a significant investment in the future of workforce development in Northwest Alabama. This grant will benefit BSCC’s Electrical Systems Technology program on both the Fayette and ...

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