5 local students named to Troy University Provost’s List
TROY, Ala. - TROY is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Provost's List for the Fall Semester and Term 2 of the 2024-2025 academic year.
Local students who made Provost's List include:
Sadie Land of Cullman
Jodie Roden of Hanceville
Madelyne Grimmett of Cullman
Kathryn...
Wallace State Alumni Association announces travel plans for 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association announces its travel plans for 2025. All trips are open to the public.
2025 Ozarks Tour – Hot Springs, Arkansas; Branson, Missouri; and Eureka Springs, Arkansas
A five-day, four-night trip May 12-16, will take visitors first...
Greer, Stephenson named to Troy University Chancellor’s List
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Chancellor's List for the fall semester and Term 2 of the 2024-2025 academic year.
Local students who made Chancellor's List include:
Chandler Greer of Cullman, AL
Brooks Stephenson of Bremen, AL
Full-time...
Doug Teal returns to driver’s seat: Earning CDL with hand controls
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Doug Teal is reclaiming his career and earning his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) again — this time using hand controls.
Teal previously worked as a commercial driver, a job he loved, before a life-altering T6 spinal cord injury two and a half...
Cullman City Schools breaks ground on new Cullman Intermediate School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The next chapter in Cullman City Schools is officially underway. On Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, officials with Cullman City Schools, the City of Cullman and more broke ground on construction for the system’s new Cullman Intermediate School, which will eventually combine...
Barnette: Weather-related decisions prioritize safety of students, faculty, staff
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the winter season brings the potential for severe weather to Cullman County, school leaders are taking extra precautions to ensure the safety of students, faculty and staff. Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette recently shared insights into how weather-related decisions are made...
Back to school: SRO style
CULLMAN, Ala. - Former Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputy and school resource officer (SRO) Bill Fisher recently came out of retirement to join the Cullman Police Department as an SRO for Cullman City Primary School.
“The reason I returned to law enforcement is I wanted...
Wallace State’s banner year: Top 10 ranking, record enrollment and major capital investments
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — In 2024, Wallace State Community College, under the leadership of president Dr. Vicki Karolewics, was recognized as one of 10 national finalists for the prestigious 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, experienced record-breaking enrollment, announced capital investments of more than...
Caleb Norman named to Belmont University’s fall 2024 Dean’s List
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Caleb Norman of Cullman was named to Belmont University's fall 2024 Dean's List.
"Earning a place on the Dean's List is an accomplishment that reflects the dedication, talent and resilience of our students who maintain competitive GPAs while concurrently making lasting contributions...
Cullman’s Mary Page named to Berry College fall 2024 Dean’s List
ROME, Ga. - The Berry College Dean's List honors students who posted an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while carrying a class load of at least 12 hours during the semester.
Area students named to the fall 2024 Dean’s List...
CCPS named 1 of the safest schools in Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) has been honored for its efforts and commitment to school safety, with the campus one of only six schools in the state of Alabama to be named a 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Awards Winner.To be selected...
Cullman City Schools honors 2024 Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has named its 2024 Teachers of the Year, honoring some of the best educators across the district for their innovation and commitment to young learners.The 2024 Teachers of the Year include Keli Thrasher at Cullman City Primary School,...
More than 30 graduate from WSCC Diagnostic Imaging program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 30 students were recently recognized during a pinning ceremony for the Diagnostic Imaging Class of 2024 from Wallace State Community College.
“As your program director it feels me with immense pride to stand before such a talented and driven group...
Cullman Theatre wins state title at Walter Trumbauer State Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School Theatre program has once again proven its excellence by winning the top honor, the prestigious Best in Show award, at the Walter Trumbauer State Festival, Alabama’s premier theater competition for high schools. This win marks the third...
More than 25 graduate from WSCC Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 25 students were recognized during a pinning ceremony for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Wallace State Community College. Sixteen students from the Abdomen/Vascular pathway and 13 from the Cardiovascular pathway successfully completed their studies, with the majority of...
Parkside Outreach Program hosting annual Christmas dinner at Parkside Elementary School – Dec. 20
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Parkside Outreach Program invites the community to its annual Christmas dinner on Friday, Dec. 20, from 5-7 p.m. at Parkside Elementary School. This free event offers a sit-down meal in the school’s lunchroom or convenient to-go plates for those unable...
Lee, Farr named December CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each month of the school year, Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member who go above and beyond in their profession.
Teacher of the Month: Jesse Lee, West Point Intermediate
Pictured, left to right, with students are Emily Moss/AmFirst...
Cullman City Primary School named 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Awards winner
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall this week announced the winners of the 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Awards. The selection process featured a comprehensive four-phase application and review process by highly educated judges who have skill and knowledge in school safety trends....
CCBOE talks winter bus safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools has tips for bus riders this winter.
Tips include:
Dress warmly and get to bus stops early
Wear bright colors if possible so that drivers can see you in foggy weather
Stand back from the bus stop to give buses space in...
Cullman County Schools holds Middle School Student Expo
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County middle school students on Wednesday, Dec. 11, gathered for the first-ever Cullman County Schools Middle School Student Expo, held at Temple Baptist Church.
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette told the students, “Friends of mine have come to speak...
CCBOE recognizes departing members, swears in new members
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County School Board held its regularly scheduled December meeting at the central office Thursday afternoon and they had a lot of new business to attend to. Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette was sworn in for a new term along with...
City school system on display at Cullman City Council meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening gave plenty of attention to Cullman City Schools, presenting its annual check to support the system’s capital improvements and recognizing student athlete achievements. Council President Jenny Folsom presented $600,000 to Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff as...
Heritage Homeschool participants try their hands at punch needle embroidery
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heritage Homeschool program participants made punch needle embroidery Christmas ornaments at the North Alabama Agriplex on Thursday, Dec. 5. The students learned a new craft and got to take their ornaments home.
North Alabama Agriplex Youth Programs Coordinator Samantha Catland explained,...
Poinsettia sale happening now at WSCC Agribusiness Center
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s annual poinsettia sale is happening now through Dec. 20, Monday-Thursday, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Agribusiness Center Nursery on campus. While supplies last, 8-inch pots are $10 and 10-inch pots are $12.
Agribusiness/Horticulture Program Director Jason Bynum...
Troutman selected for leadership academy at Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. - Luke Troutman, a 2022 graduate of Cullman High School, has been selected to participate in Auburn University’s Forest, Environment and Wildlife Leadership (FEWL) Academy beginning in January 2025.
Acceptance to the FEWL Academy is very competitive with approximately 12 students or fewer...
Wallace State Diagnostic Imaging earns reaccreditation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College announces the successful reaccreditation of its Diagnostic Imaging program by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The continuing accreditation was granted for eight years, the maximum period for which accreditation is allowed by...
Gardner, Morgan named November CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who is going above and beyond in their profession.
Teacher of the Month: Marrie Gardner, STEAM teacher, Fairview Elementary
Pictured left to right are Robert Strane/Fairview...
More than 30 inducted into Wallace State Phi Theta Kappa Alpha Chi Tau Chapter
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Alpha Chi Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society welcomed more than 30 new members for the Fall 2024 semester. The organization held an induction ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 19, to welcome new members.
Phi Theta...
Cullman Christian School holding ‘Feed the Need’ event and serve day
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christian School will be holding a “Feed the Need” event and serve day on Tuesday, Nov. 26, packing 10,000 meals, as well as volunteering in the community.
“We will be packing 8,500 meals for a mission project in Bangladesh, 1,500 meals...
$50K Gene Haas Foundation Grant awarded to Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announces it has received a $50,000 Gene Haas Foundation Grant, which will be used to fund scholarships for Machine Tool Technology students.
“Wallace State Machine Tool Technology appreciates the continued support from the Gene Haas Foundation,” said Program...
St. Bernard Middle School Canned Food Drive an ‘outstanding success’
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School said it is thrilled to announce the outstanding success of its annual Middle School Canned Food Drive, organized by the Middle School Student Council.
“This year, our compassionate students, faculty and families came together to collect 525 canned...
Alabama State Department of Education releases schools report cards
Cullman City Schools system scores straight A’s; Cullman County Schools system earns A
CULLMAN, Ala. - The results of the 2023-2024 Alabama State Department of Education Report Card have been released, and both Cullman City Schools and Cullman County Schools issued press releases addressing their...
Wallace State adding Women’s Flag Football in Fall 2025
HANCVEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is one of several Alabama community colleges that will add women’s flag football to its athletic offerings, as announced Tuesday by the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC).
“Adding women’s flag football to Wallace State’s athletics is an incredible opportunity to...
Wallace State staff supporting Hurricane Helene relief efforts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Staff from Wallace State Community College with ties to east Tennessee have been delivering supplies donated by area residents to communities in east Tennessee that was impacted by Hurricane Helene.
CDL instructors Don Stepp and Nathan delivered at least two tractor-trailers filled...
REHAU Automotive latest to join Wallace State Powerful Partnerships program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development recently welcomed REHAU Automotive to its Powerful Partnerships program. The initiative brings together the college and area businesses to drive workforce development and economic growth.
Among the incentives offered to partners in...
Wallace State to present ‘The Nutcracker’ Nov. 23-24
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will present its annual production of “The Nutcracker” Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23-24, at Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Garlan E. Gudger Student Center.
The classic ballet will include members of the Wallace State Allegro Dance Theatre...
CCPS hosts Thanksgiving Day Parade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been a staple of the holiday season for decades, so Cullman City Schools brought some of that Manhattan fun to the halls of Cullman City Primary School to create its very own version of...
‘Excellence every day’
EES receives prestigious Blue Ribbon award in Washington D.C.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Representatives from East Elementary School in Cullman made the trip last week to Washington, D.C., as part of an incredibly prestigious honor from the U.S. Department of Education.Earlier this year, East Elementary was...
Cullman City Council enters into maintenance agreement with ALDOT
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council held its second November meeting at Cullman City Hall on Monday and approved a resolution to enter into an agreement with the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT). Resolution No. 2025-08 authorizes the City to enter into an...
WSCC hosts ‘Tools of the Trade’ event for area students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Around 2,000 Cullman, Blount and Winston County eighth graders visited the Wallace State Community College campus on Thursday, Nov. 14, for the Wallace State Center for Career & Workforce Development’s annual Tools of the Trade Career Fair.
Said Cullman Area Chamber of...
St. Bernard Prep students pay tribute to veterans
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a display of gratitude and patriotism, the students of St. Bernard Preparatory School gathered Monday to honor the service and sacrifice of local veterans. The special ceremony, held on the campus grounds, brought together members of the St. Bernard community...
Wallace State Machine Tool Technology students fabricate hardware for NASA
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Machine Tool Technology/CNC students recently fabricated hardware for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to send to the International Space Station, providing them with valuable hands-on experience and enhancing their resumes as they pursue careers in machining and...
Duke, Freeman, Clemons sworn in for new terms
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, Nov. 13, two Cullman County commissioners and the chairman were sworn in for their new terms in office. District 3 Commissioner Kelly Duke and District 4 Commissioner Corey Freeman were sworn in by Cullman County District Judge Chad Floyd....
Wallace State Future Foundation raises record $384,621 at annual luncheon
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Future Foundation raised a record $384,621 at its 20th annual Student Investment Luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 7. The event, held at the Traditions Bank Arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum, is the premier fundraiser for the organization that...
West Elementary hosts annual Veterans Day program
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Thursday, Nov. 7, with two performances by its fifth graders.
Military veteran and fifth-grade teacher Keenan Hollingsworth said the school also hosted a reception for local veterans on Thursday.
“In a heartfelt display of...
Wallace State Nursing holds annual Let’s Pretend Hospital
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education welcomed the first of more than 1,000 students to its annual Let’s Pretend Hospital on Tuesday morning when groups of first graders converged on the School of Nursing and Center for Science.
More than...
Wallace State hosting annual ‘Salute to United States Veterans’ concert Nov. 11
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College will hold its annual “Salute to United States Veterans” concert on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, at 7 p.m. at the Burrow Center Recital Hall. Admission is free and all area veterans are encouraged to attend.
The concert...
Fairview High students participate in mock election
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School held a mock election Monday, Nov. 4, ahead of the Nov. 5 General Election.
Students from grades nine through 12 learned about the election process and how to cast a ballot.
Junior Jack Haynes shared, “I think this experience has...
St. Bernard releases 2nd edition ornament featuring historic Administration Building
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School recently announced the release of the second edition in its annual ornament series, following last year’s successful debut featuring the Abbey Church. The 2024 holiday ornament highlights the historic Administration Building, a campus icon with deep ties...
Wallace State Theatre staging production of ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ Nov. 8-10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Community College Theatre Department has announced show times for its upcoming production of “Peter and the Starcatcher.” The musical production will be held Friday-Sunday, Nov. 8-10, at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Garlan E. Gudger Sr....
TWINNING: WSCC Athletics seeing double with 5 sets of twins
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- This season, five sets of twins are ready to make their mark on Wallace State Community College's athletics teams. United by their passion for sports and their shared experiences, these siblings bring a unique dynamic to the court and field, ready...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball set to compete for conference title
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s Volleyball team will attempt to win the college’s 25th conference title when it competes this weekend at the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Volleyball Championship to be held at Sand Mountain Park and Amphitheatre in Albertville.
The winner...
New covered pickleball courts open at Donald E. Green Active Adult Center
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s active community has a new home for pickleball with the recent opening of covered courts at the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center. A recent ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the opening of the new courts and was met with an enthusiastic...
McSpadden, Hamby named September CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who is going above and beyond in their profession.
Teacher of the Month: Becky McSpadden, Good Hope Middle School
Pictured left to right are Lesley Hembree/Good...
Wallace State releases Fine and Performing Arts season schedule
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts program has announced its schedule for the 2024-2025 performance season. A total of 11 performances will be held on campus with several favorite events returning as well as a number of new shows.
Peter...
Cullman Intermediate School, CHS Career Tech/STEM wing projects moving forward
CULLMAN, Ala. - Some long-awaited Cullman City Schools projects took a major step forward this week, with the Cullman City School Board awarding bids for two major projects set to expand and reshape our community for years to come.
Bids have been accepted and awarded...
Cullman City School Board sets new president, vice-president
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board has selected a new president and vice-president for 2024-2025, in a standard action wherein all school systems are required to reconstitute their board leadership annually.Board member Amy Carter has been nominated to serve as president and...
Cullman County residents to vote on new medical cannabis tax; town hall meeting coming up
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County residents will vote Nov. 5 on a local amendment to the Alabama Constitution that would add 15% to the tax currently charged on medical cannabis products sold in the county. The current tax rate is 9% on retail sales...
‘We want you to know how much you’re loved’: Cullman County Schools hosts 2nd annual Student Expo
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools hosted its second annual Student Expo at Temple Baptist Church Wednesday and all of the school system’s ninth-, 10th- and 11th-grade students were there to participate. After hosting the Hilinski’s Hope Foundation at the inaugural event last year,...
Cullman’s Byrd designated National Merit Commended Student
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School senior Aaron Byrd was recently designated a National Merit Commended Student.
The school said in a statement, “Cullman High School is proud to announce that senior Aaron Byrd has been designated as a National Merit Commended Student by the...
West Point High Beta Club supports Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter was recently on the receiving end of a donation drive organized by students from the West Point High School BETA Club.
Cullman County Animal Shelter Manager Andrea Hudson said the shelter was honored to be able to...
Vicki Karolewics of Wallace State Community College chosen for the Aspen Institute’s Presidents Fellowship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Today, the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) announced that Dr. Vicki Karolewics, President, at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, Ala., is one of 25 innovative leaders selected from across the country to participate in the second cohort of the...
Commission gives CR 222 update, approves renaming of juvenile detention center in honor of Chaney
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission met Thursday, Oct. 17, for its monthly meeting, during which Cullman County Engineer Philip Widner gave an update on the progress of the ongoing repairs of County Road 222 near the Interstate 65 Exit 305 interchange.
Widner...
St. Bernard student participating in U.S. Club Soccer national youth evaluation
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County teen has taken an exciting step toward her soccer dreams. St. Bernard Prep eighth grader Josie Lamote received an invitation to attend a U.S. Club Soccer “id2” identification event in Charlotte, North Carolina, this weekend, where she will...
Wallace State sets record for enrollment
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is experiencing record enrollment for the Fall 2024 semester, with 6,473 students registered, besting the previous record fall enrollment of 6,391, which occurred more than a decade ago in fall 2010.
Wallace State has seen a steady increase in enrollment...
St. Bernard Prep students celebrate Leif Erikson Day
CULLMAN, Ala. - In honor of Leif Erikson Day (Oct. 9), world history students at St. Bernard Preparatory School took a journey back in time, celebrating the life and explorations of the Norse adventurer widely believed to be the first European to set foot...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Men’s Golf earns runner-up finish at Calhoun Fall Invitational; Volleyball sweeps Lawson State; Lindeman and Mecklenburg named ACCC Players of the Week
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Men’s Golf team continued their strong season with a second-place finish at the Calhoun Fall Invitational, hosted by Calhoun Community College at Burningtree Country Club in Decatur, on Oct. 6-8.
Wallace State battled through three rounds to secure their runner-up spot...
St. Bernard Prep hosts Fall Concert in Abbey Byre
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School held its Fall Concert on Oct. 9, in the historic Abbey Byre, delighting the audience with a diverse musical program that highlighted student talent and dedication. The event, attended by faculty, students and families, was opened with...
WSCC Systems Engineering Technology Program receives grant from the Institute for Digital Enterprise Advancement
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Systems Engineering Technology (SET) degree program is set to expand, thanks to a $20,000 grant awarded by the Institute for Digital Enterprise Advancement (IDEA). The funding will be used to further promote the SET program and support...
St. Bernard students join hurricane relief effort for rural Georgia
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students and faculty at St. Bernard Preparatory School have mobilized to support hurricane relief efforts, with a focus on aiding the storm-ravaged community of Kite, Georgia. Jonathan Farley, St. Bernard’s music instructor, is coordinating the initiative alongside his aunt, Jamie Hutchins,...
FAITH: St. Bernard Prep School poster contest celebrates creativity, faith
St. Bernard Preparatory School proudly hosted its second annual poster contest for the school year theme, with this year’s message coming from Psalm 27:14: “Trust the Lord! Be brave and strong and trust the Lord.” The theme emphasizes unity and spiritual growth, central to...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Women’s Tennis excels at ITA SE Regional Championships; Volleyball shines at Showdown on the Wabash Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Women’s Tennis team delivered impressive performances at the 2024 Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Southeast Regional Championships, held at Sand Mountain Park in Albertville from Sept. 27-29. With standout showings in both singles and doubles play, the Lady Lions secured multiple titles and...
WSCC CDL program hosting informational meeting for veterans, service members and families Oct. 21
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development Department will host a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Meet & Greet at the Workforce Training Center on Monday, Oct. 21, from 5:30-7p.m. This event is open to veterans, service members and...
Hanceville’s Akin, Cullman’s Cornelius welcomed to UA Rural Medical Scholars Program
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences' Rural Health Leaders Pipeline recently welcomed 18 students from rural Alabama who want to become primary care physicians and dentists in the state's rural communities.
Local students include:
James "Will" Akin of Hanceville
Townley Cornelius...
Wallace State receives $1.8 M in grants for Workforce Development
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced that it has received almost $1.8 million in grants from the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) for Workforce Development.
The bulk of the funds, $1.1 million, was awarded to continue to provide career technical dual enrollment...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Cross Country earns runner-up Finishes at Topper Trails College Classic; Women’s Golf places 6th at Snead State Invitational; Volleyball defeats Calhoun, Bevill State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Men’s and Women’s Cross Country teams continued their strong performances this season, each securing second-place finishes at the Topper Trails College Classic hosted by Blue Mountain College in Blue Mountain, Miss., on Sept. 28.
Men’s Team Top Seven Finishers
Sophomore...
WSCC: Registration open for 20th annual Student Investment Luncheon
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Future Foundation announces that registration is open for its 20th annual Student Investment Luncheon & Auction to be held Thursday, Nov. 7, from 10:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at Traditions Bank Arena in Tom Drake Coliseum.
The Student Investment Luncheon...
CEDA receives TVA Workforce Invest Grant to assist with purchase of machining equipment at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Cullman Economic Development Agency has been awarded a Workforce Invest Grant by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) that will allow for the purchase of equipment for the Machine Tool Technology program at Wallace State Community College.
This grant was...
Troutman, Bradberry receive scholarships
Federation scholarship program cultivates future of Alabama agriculture
AUBURN, Ala. - The Alabama Farmers Federation scholarship program continues to cultivate the next generation of agriculturists.
Seventy-seven students were recognized Sept. 23, during the annual awards program at Lazenby Farms in Auburn. The partnership between the Alabama...
St. Bernard AP Biology students master biotechnology skills with micropipettes
CULLMAN, Ala. – Seniors at St. Bernard Preparatory School are gaining hands-on experience in biotechnology by mastering the use of micropipettes in their AP Biology class, under the guidance of instructor Connie Briehn. This essential laboratory skill is the foundation for several advanced experiments...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball hosts Fall Bash, Cross Country teams place 4th at Firehawk Invitational, Men’s Tennis excels at ITA SE Regional Championships, Men’s Golf places 2nd at Chuck Kalanick...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College hosted the Fall Bash Volleyball Tournament over the weekend, welcoming teams to campus for a packed slate of matches. The Wallace State Volleyball team competed in five games, earning three victories, including a 3-0 sweep over Walters State Community College...
Cullman City Council swears in new police chief, passes $188M 2025 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday swore in Joey Duncan as police chief, effective Oct. 1, 2024, filling the post being vacated by the retirement of Chief David Nassetta.
Duncan, a graduate of Cullman High School, began his law enforcement career in...
Wallace State CDL scholarships available
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently received $129,500 in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) through a Commercial Motor Vehicle Operational Safety (CMVOST) grant for fiscal year 2024. WSCC Diesel by Distance Project Coordinator Anna...
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UA Early College students named to summer 2024 Director's List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 298 students enrolled in UA Early College during summer 2024 at The University of Alabama were named to the Director's List with an academic record of 3.6 or higher.
The...
East Elementary 1 of only 5 schools in Alabama named National Blue Ribbon School
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School in Cullman has been selected for one of the most prestigious federal education awards in the country.The Cullman City Schools elementary school has been selected as one of just five schools out of more than 1,380 schools in...
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development launches Powerful Partnerships Program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development recently launched its Powerful Partnerships program at the Workforce Training Center on the campus of REHAU in Cullman. The initiative brings together the college and area businesses to drive workforce development...
Powell named Miss Wallace State 2025; Harris named Miss North Alabama’s Teen
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College crowned its new Miss Wallace State on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, during competitions held at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Garlan E. Gudger Student Center.
Marli Kate Powell, a freshman general studies major, was selected to...
Holly Pond’s Cassandra Peterson 1 of 7 JSU student media members named finalists for prestigious national recognition
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Cassandra Peterson of Holly Pond is one of seven student contributors to Jacksonville State University's student-run news outlet, The Chanticleer, and the student-run radio station, WLJS 91.9 FM, who have been named finalists for Pinnacle Awards by the College Media Association....
Cullman’s Taylor Simmons chosen for inaugural class of Shelby Scholars at UA
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Shelby Institute for Policy and Leadership at The University of Alabama recently announced the 39 students selected as the inaugural class of Shelby Scholars — an undergraduate program within the Institute.
“It’s an honor to be selected as an inaugural Shelby...
Cullman County Commission discusses remodel, 2025 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – During the work session preceding the Tuesday, Sept. 17, meeting of the Cullman County Commission, Facilities and Equipment Manager Shane Bailey updated the commission on the remodel of the its wing of the Cullman County Courthouse.
Currently, the commission meeting room contains...
CCBOE talks FY 2025 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Sept. 12, and discussed the upcoming fiscal year budget. It also proclaimed September Attendance Awareness Month in Cullman County Schools.
First on the agenda was discussion on the budget. The...
St. Bernard’s Willa Smith named National Merit Semifinalist
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School is proud to announce that senior Willa Smith has been named a Semifinalist in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. Smith is among the elite group of 268 students from Alabama to receive this honor, placing her...
Wallace State Nursing accepting applications for Spring 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education is currently accepting applications for students wishing to enter in the Spring 2025 semester. The deadline to apply for entry is Oct. 1. An informational meeting for prospective students will be held on...
Making dreams come true: Support Cullman’s Special Education students’ dream trip to Disney
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School is offering its Special Education students a life-changing opportunity with an upcoming trip to Disney. The adventure, designed to build essential life skills, will see students developing teamwork, responsibility and real-world experience through a series of pre-trip and...
West Point hosts Community Homecoming Parade
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point residents were given a brush-up on parade etiquette and candy-collecting on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the West Point Community Homecoming Parade. Attendees rallied around the West Point High School football team ahead of its homecoming game, scheduled for...
CCBOE names Dowski, Johnson August Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who go above and beyond in their professions.
Teacher of the Month: Kendra Dowski, PreK, Parkside
Kendra Dowski is a PreK teacher at Parkside.
"She has worked...
WSCC ATHLETICS ROUNDUP: Volleyball goes 6-1 in last 7 matches, Cross Country Teams finish top 5 at Montevallo Falcon Classic
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Volleyball team completed a seven-match stretch, going 6-1 overall, with six of those matches taking place at home as part of the Alabama/Mississippi Crossover Battle Tournament hosted by Wallace State Community College. The Lady Lions kicked off the week with...
TVA STEM Grant opportunity for Cullman teachers – applications close Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - Teachers at public or private K-12 schools served by Cullman Power Board can apply for a Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) STEM grant of up to $5,000 to fund science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) projects in their classrooms. The deadline for...
Bernard Blues and BBQ draws crowds
CULLMAN, Ala. – This past weekend marked the eighth annual Bernard Blues and BBQ festival hosted by St. Bernard Abbey and Preparatory School.
Each day of the festival was marked with soulful music. Visitors set up on the lawn of the beautiful, shady campus to...
Cullman City Schools: School safety, partnership with CPD remain priority
CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of a recent shift in responsibilities, Cullman City Schools is ensuring its focus on school and student safety remains a top priority.Mark Stephens, who previously served as an assistant principal at Cullman High School, has transitioned into a new...
