Rural retailer celebrates new location in Jasper—see grand opening details

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Rural King is holding its grand opening on April 4th in Jasper, Alabama.

A little more than a year in the making, the 90,000 square-foot rural lifestyle retailer is located at the former Kmart on 300 US 78.

This will be Rural King’s sixth Alabama store. 

Rural King creates 100+ jobs

“At Rural King, we believe in providing more than just great products—we are dedicated to offering exceptional customer service that makes every visit special. Whether you’re shopping for livestock supplies, pet care essentials, quality apparel, or tools, we’re here to support the rural lifestyle that so many of our customers cherish.”

Steve Barbarick, Rural King CEO

The family-owned store is expected to bring over 100 new jobs to the Walker County area. 

Some of the retailers most notable brands include:

Rural King in Jasper

  • Location: 300 US 78
  • Hours: Grand opening | Friday, April 4 through Sunday, April 6
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RK Rewards loyalty members will earn double points on qualifying purchases and can enter to win 100 $25 gift cards.

Are you excited to shop at Rural King in Jasper? Let us know @bhamnow.

Pat Byington
Pat Byington

Longtime conservationist. Former Executive Director at the Alabama Environmental Council and Wild South. Publisher of the Bama Environmental News for more than 18 years. Career highlights include playing an active role in the creation of Alabama's Forever Wild program, Little River Canyon National Preserve, Dugger Mountain Wilderness, preservation of special places throughout the East through the Wilderness Society and the strengthening (making more stringent) the state of Alabama's cancer risk and mercury standards.

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