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    Unfortunate History for Local Teams and the Northwest Regional

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    HANCEVILLE - Over the last 22 years, the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) has rolled out the welcome mat for the Northwest Regional Basketball Tournament with several teams from Cullman County as part of the festivities. But in 2016, the 23rd year of the...

    Cullman advances to semifinals in thrilling fashion

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    CULLMAN - It was a hard fought victory for Cullman Saturday afternoon as they were able to top a tough Oxford team by the final of 8-5. Cullman looked like they were going to cruise into the semifinals when they hung four big runs on...

    NATIONAL CHAMPS! No. 1 Auburn beats Florida State 3-2 to win men’s golf title

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    CARLSBAD, Calif. – The job, at last, is finished. Throughout No. 1 Auburn's march to the program's first national championship, head coach Nick Clinard reminded his team and its followers after each step that the assignment remained incomplete. There was more to be done and...

    Good Hope shuts out Cold Springs, 34-0, for homecoming

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    GOOD HOPE- Losing Matt Hancock to a season-ending torn ACL last week definitely hurt the Good Hope Raiders, but they looked to recover from that in their homecoming game against county rival Cold Springs Friday night. A big second quarter was key as they...

    Wallace State softball’s quest for a 3rd national title comes to end in Utah after pair of Thursday losses

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    Photo: Wallace State pitcher Julia Dailey delivers a pitch to a Chipola hitter in their game Thursday afternoon in the NJCAA Division I national championships.   ST. GEORGE, UTAH - Wallace State softball’s quest for a third national title came to an end Thursday night after...

    Alpha Nutrition and The Garage hosting cash prize unsanctioned powerlifting meet Aug. 24

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Alpha Nutrition and The Garage are teaming up to host an in-house, unsanctioned powerlifting meet with cash prizes. The meet is set for Saturday, Aug. 24, from 4 p.m. until the last athlete has completed his or her lift. Competing athletes...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Tigers hungry for postseason return in 2024

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    ARLEY, Ala. – Football season is fast approaching and at Meek High School, Head Coach Daniel Evans and the Tigers are preparing to kick things off at the end of August. Evans will be heading into his second season as the head coach of...

    FAITH: ‘Helping someone find God is the most loving thing you could do for them’: Cold Springs’ Kenady Graves discuss her relationship with God

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    BREMEN, Ala. – Kenady Graves is a senior at Cold Springs High School this season and in this interview, she talked about the impact Goad has made in her life. She also shared some of her favorite Bible verses and shared how much it...

    Wallace State women’s tennis 9th in the nation, men finish 16th

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s women’s tennis team finished 9th in the nation after competing at the 2024 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Women’s National Tournament recently in Tyler, Texas, and the men finished 16th at the 2024 NJCAA Men’s National...

    Do or die for the Tide, Alabama keeps SEC Championship and NCAA Tournament hopes alive

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    HOOVER - It was do or die for the Alabama Crimson Tide yesterday when they took the field against the Kentucky Wildcats in the third game of the loser goes home round of the 2016 SEC Baseball Tournament, and it didn’t take long for...

    State Semis: Bearcats rout Southside 11-2, headed to championship series

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    GADSDEN - It was smooth sailing Friday afternoon for the Cullman Bearcats as they routed the Southside Panthers 11-2. After being retired in order in the first inning, Cullman blew the lid off the game by sending eight men to the plate, five of which...

    Health Science application advising session offered June 27

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    Participants can apply to programs with openings for fall 2024 HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Health Science programs will host an application advising session on Thursday, June 27, at 2 p.m. for anyone interested in applying for programs with openings remaining for the...

    Local UA Early College students named to spring 2024 Director’s List

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 531 students enrolled in UA Early College during spring semester 2024 at The University of Alabama were named to the Director's List with an academic record of 3.6 or higher. The Director's List recognizes students enrolled in classes through...

    SUB REGIONALS: Lady Aggies, Lady Eagles, Lady Raiders advance to Sweet 16

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    The Lady Aggies are headed to the Sweet 16. / Sammy Confer FAIRVIEW - Several local teams were in sub-regional action Monday night, looking to advance to the Sweet 16 at Wallace and keep their seasons alive. Fairview 75, Mae Jemison 66 (Girls) It was a close...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Bulldogs bounce back with 36-20 win over Decatur Heritage

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    ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the 2A Decatur Heritage Eagles Friday night and a disappointing performance against their archrivals from Winston County last week, Addison bounced back against the Eagles, taking advantage of multiple turnovers and not committing any of their own to come...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Addison ready to kick off 2024 season

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    ADDISON, Ala. – Football season is back in Addison and Head Coach David Smothers is entering his 13th season with the Bulldogs. Smothers currently holds a 98-41 record and has led Addison to the playoffs in 11 of the 12 previous seasons but he says...

    Local athletes show up and show out at State Indoor Track and Field Championships

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    Cullman's Garrison Hill took the top spot in the 6A pole vault; it was Hill’s second straight gold.  BIRMINGHAM - Several local schools sent participants to the State Indoor Track and Field Championships at the Birmingham Crossplex over the weekend. Many athletes finished in the...

    PREP BASEBALL: Fairview goes 1-1 in Gulf Coast Classic II; Cullman dominates on day one of Buccaneer Classic

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    GULF SHORES - Fairview looked to keep its momentum going from a win on Tuesday as the Aggies took on Rogers and Sheffield Wednesday in the Gulf Coast Classic II. Rogers 13, Fairview 3 Rogers looked to get on the scoreboard first to start out...

    Cullman rolls past Brewer in game one of the 6A North Regional Softball Tournament

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    HUNTSVILLE- The Kiwanis Sportsplex was jam-packed with rowdy players and fans alike for the start of the north regional Softball Tournament Thursday morning, but none were as rowdy as the Lady Bearcats of Cullman. Cullman jumped on the Brewer Lady Patriots early and often, well,...

    Cullman Swim and Dive Team holds end of season banquet

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim and Dive Team held its end of the season banquet at Stone Bridge Farms, graciously sponsored by Traditions Bank, last. At the banquet, each swimmer and diver was recognized with a trophy for how many years they had either swum or dove. Senior swimmers...

    Hanceville City Council donates $1K to Hanceville High marching band

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the first regularly scheduled meeting of July, held on Thursday, July 11, the Hanceville City Council tackled several pieces of business, including a donation to the Hanceville High School marching band to assist in the purchase of new uniforms, an...

    Cold Springs picks up hard fought region win on the road, 26-16

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    WALNUT GROVE- It was a wild night full of big plays, turnovers and hard hits as the West End Patriots welcomed the Cold Springs Eagles to town. Thanks to the tremendous play of running backs Nic Rollo and Fisher Willoughby as well as quarterback...

    Alabama USSSA set to hold umpire clinic in Vinemont Feb. 25

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - Alabama USSSA Baseball is set to host an umpire clinic in Vinemont, inviting enthusiasts of baseball and softball to enhance their skills and potentially turn their passion into a rewarding year-long endeavor. The clinic will take place on Sunday, Feb. 25,...

    PREP SPORTS: ‘Remember your why’: Cold Springs’ Ella Bruer reflects on Eagle years

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    BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior Ella Bruer had an amazing basketball career and made so many great memories during her years playing for the Eagles. She got to play with a lot of great teammates and they all enjoyed the experience together. "My favorite...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope preparing to kick things off this fall

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Football season is right around the corner, and all of our local teams are gearing up for another season on the gridiron. In Good Hope, Alan Scott will be entering his 10th season as the head coach of the Raiders,...

    Grady Malone sworn in as newest Vinemont Town Councilman

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont has a new town council member. On July 8, Grady Malone was sworn in to take Place 5, the seat former Councilwoman Sonya Copeland unexpectedly vacated last month. Malone was sworn in by Cullman County District Judge Chad Floyd at...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison sweeps Saint Bernard at home

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    ADDISON, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs hosted area foe Saint Bernard at Allen Stephenson Gym Thursday night, and the home team came away with a sweep after taking three straight sets 25-17, 25-21 and 25-7. The Lady Bulldogs can be penciled into at least...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats preparing to kick off 2024 season

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s August, and that means it’s just about time to kick things off and get football season underway. All of our local teams have begun their fall camps and at Cullman High School, the Bearcats have been hard at work preparing...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Meek falls to Winston County at home 36-6

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    ARLEY, Ala. – After dropping their season opener at Lynn last week, the Tigers of Meek were back home at Tiger Stadium Friday night to host their rivals from Winston County High School. Unfortunately for the home side of the stadium, the Yellow Jackets...

    Holly Pond Town Council hears good news about sewer system 

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    HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday got an update from Tyler McKellar of Living Water Services about plans for the town’s wastewater and sewer systems.  “Wastewater plant’s doing great,” said McKellar, noting that routine minor issues have been addressed quickly,...

    On The Plains with Payton Thorne: ‘Maximize every day’

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Not long after entering the NCAA transfer portal in spring of 2023, quarterback Payton Thorne found himself strolling through Auburn's campus with a decision to make that proved easy for him. “I got in (the portal) on a Sunday morning and then...

    AHSAA 6A Softball Championship Series: 4 Shellie, Cullman softball advances to quarter-finals

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    CULLMAN - Clad in white tops and black pants, the Lady Bearcats of Cullman had another important addition to their uniform when they took the field against the Hueytown Lady Golden Gophers. A plain white ribbon with a bold number four and the name...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont kicks off season with 16-14 win over Falkville

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    VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles kicked off their season at home against Falkville Friday night and thanks in large part to a great effort from the offensive line and their defense, the Eagles are off to a 1-0 start. Vinemont forced a punt on...

    ‘We want to invest in their lives’: Wallace State hosts Elementary STEAM Camp

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This week, Wallace State Community College hosted local elementary school students for a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Academy and it was a great opportunity for the students to learn a variety of new skills. Over the course of...

    Vinemont seeking competitors for October’s Chillin-N-Grillin BBQ Fest

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    VINEMONT, Ala. – On Saturday, Oct. 26, the air will take on the distinctive smell of sticky and sweet barbecue as grill masters and competitors take to the fires for Vinemont’s Chillin’-N-Grillin’ BBQ Fest. The festival, centered around the best of the best behind the...

    Jacksonville State unveils Loring and Debbie White Football Complex

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    JACKSONVILLE, Ala. -- Jacksonville State University (Jax State) is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the Loring and Debbie White Football Complex, a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as the new home for Gamecock football. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on Saturday, July 27,...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats drop season opener at Bob Jones 48-12

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    MADISON, Ala. – Cullman traveled to Bob Jones to kick off the 2024 season against the Patriots Thursday night but unfortunately for Bearcat fans, the Patriots jumped out to an early lead in the first quarter and Cullman was unable to climb back from...

    PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs places 1st at Scottsboro Invitational, locals compete at Pepsi XC Challenge

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    SCOTTSBORO, Ala. -- The defending state champion Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles were in the field at the Scottsboro Invitational Saturday morning and both teams put together great performances. The Lady Eagles placed first in the small school race thanks in large part...

    Victory Cheer Academy introducing new Victory Gymnastics program in September

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Victory Cheer Academy recently announced the launch of its new gymnastics program, Victory Gymnastics, with evaluations scheduled from Aug. 20-23, from 4-7 p.m. As spaces are limited, prospective participants are encouraged to book their slots early to ensure enrollment. Additionally, early...

    No. 1 Auburn dominates Mossy Oak Collegiate to collect 4th consecutive victory

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    WEST POINT, Miss. – It was a showing of pure dominance for No. 1 Auburn men's golf Tuesday as the Tigers finished the Mossy Oak Collegiate at 46-under-par to collect a fourth consecutive victory, this time by 34 strokes. Senior J.M. Butler and junior...

    PREP SPORTS: ‘Hard work pays off. Never, ever quit’: Fairview’s Laci Segrest talks Aggie years

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Laci Segrest competed for both the volleyball and track-and-field teams during her time at Fairview and in this interview, Laci shared some of her favorite memories she made on and off the field with her friends and teammates. "My favorite...

    Good Hope City Council adopts 4 new Resolutions, reports successful Back-to-School Bash

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first August meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and adopted four new resolutions. Resolution No: 017-2024 was the annual resolution to adopt the transportation plan pursuant to the Rebuild Alabama Act and Resolution...

    Cheerleading Team-Up

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    CHS, West Point and CGCA cheerleaders partner for clinic CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cheerleaders from Cullman High School, West Point High School and Cullman Gymnastics and Cheer Academy teamed up on June 27 for a cheer clinic bringing together dozens of cheerleaders from across the city...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond preparing to kick off 2024 season

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    HOLLY POND, Ala. – Football season is fast approaching for all our local teams and in Holly Pond, the Broncos have been hard at work getting ready to kick things off at the end of August. Will McDaniel is preparing for his first season...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond races past Hanceville in 74-35 shootout

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    HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs traveled to Holly Pond for a county battle with the Broncos and this matchup on the gridiron turned into a track meet as soon as the ball was kicked. Holly Pond went into the locker room leading...

    Good Hope’s Back-to-School Bash Aug. 1

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. The City of Good Hope will host its annual Back-to-School Bash on Thursday, Aug. 1 from 5-7 p.m. at Good Hope’s Municipal Park, located at 135 Municipal Drive. “It's that time of year again, back to school in just a few weeks....

    Vinemont hosts 3rd annual 4th of July Celebration

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - What could have been the whole of the town of South Vinemont flooded the Vinemont Sportsplex on Sunday night, June 30, as the municipality, along with Vinemont Baptist Church, held the third annual Fourth of July Celebration. Each year, the event grows...

    Wallace State Nursing hosts job fair for students

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Nearly two dozen employers were on hand recently to recruit more than 100 Wallace State Nursing students nearing the end of their third semester in the program. That is when they will be allowed to sit for the NCLEX-PN licensure exam...

    WSCC SOFTBALL: Wheeler named NFCA NJCAA All-American; Wheeler and Simon named to NFCA NJCAA South Region Team

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State’s Laura Leigh Wheeler is one of 38 student-athletes from 24 programs named National Junior College Athletic Association Division I All-American by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. She and Wallace State pitcher Kaite Simon have also been named to the NFCA...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: West Point hosts tri-match with Cullman, Addison

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    WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point was back home Tuesday night hosting a tri-match with Cullman and Addison and all three teams left the gym with a win. The Lady Warriors took the first match over Cullman 2-0, the Lady Bearcats bounced back with...

    Cullman Swim Team places 3rd at ARPA State Championship

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    OPELIKA, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team placed third at this weekend's ARPA State Championship Swim Meet. 83 swimmers strongly represented Cullman and earned top honors behind Madison and Auburn. Many personal bests and new records were posted at the event. See results below of...

    Applications open July 1 for Wallace State Nursing

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education is accepting applications for admission to the program in the Spring 2025 semester. Applications will be accepted July 1 through Oct. 1 for three different pathway options: Traditional ADN and PN Nursing...

    Alabama to name football field after legendary head coach Nick Saban

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama will formally recognize seven-time national champion head football coach Nick Saban by naming the field inside Bryant-Denny Stadium in his honor. The Honorary Degrees and Recognition Committee of the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees unanimously passed...

    GOLD! Auburn’s Lee, Team USA finish on top in team competition

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    PARIS – Auburn’s Sunisa Lee and Team USA put on a show Tuesday, winning gold in the women’s artistic gymnastics team competition at the Paris 2024 Olympics. “This team has definitely been through a lot,” Lee said. “We had so many expectations on us, but we...

    Wallace State Men’s Golf 19th in nation; women’s Aidan Haithcock 22nd in nation

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College men’s golf finished the season No. 19 in the nation after their appearance at the 2024 National Junior College (NJCAA) Division I Men’s National Championship at Rockwind Community Links Golf Club in Hobbs, NM. The squad finished 17th...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville gearing up for 2024 season

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Fall has arrived, meaning students are returning to school, the leaves will begin falling soon and football season is right around the corner. In Hanceville, Levi Estes is preparing to kick off his first season as head coach of the Bulldogs...

    Cullman Dive Team wins ARPA State Championship

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    OPELIKA, Ala. -- The Cullman Dive Team was in Opelika for the ARPA State Diving Championship Wednesday and they toppled Madison and Boaz to return home with the win. Congratulations to our local divers. See results below: 10&U Boys 1m dive 1. Jaxon Curry  2. C.J. Curry 3. Keith Swidecki 10&U...

    Wallace State hosts engaging STEAM Camp for elementary students

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) Camp for area elementary school students at the School of Nursing and Center for Science. More than 55 students descended on Wallace State’s campus for the weeklong camp,...

    Wallace State’s Wheeler earns NJCAA DI Softball Third Team All-American honors

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College athlete Laura Leigh Wheeler has added one more honor to her list of achievements this year. Wheeler, of Sulligent, was named to the 2024 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Softball All-America Teams – Third...

    Stu’s Crew sees 40 participants for basketball camp

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School (CHS) Head Basketball Coach Stu Stuedeman, along with his team of CHS Varsity Basketball players hosted the inaugural Stu’s Crew Basketball Camp in partnership with the Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) Therapeutic Recreation Program (TRP) on...

    PREP FOOTBALL: West Point preparing to hit the field this fall

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    WEST POINT, Ala. – All of our local teams are getting ready to kick off the upcoming football season and at West Point High School, the Warriors are gearing up for the first season under Head Coach Kevin McCravy. This will be McCravy’s first...

    6 Wallace State teams earn NJCAA Academic Team of the Year honors

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Six athletic teams at Wallace State Community College have been honored with NJCAA Academic Team of the Year designations for the 2023-2024 academic year. This recognition highlights the commitment to academic excellence demonstrated by these teams in their respective sports. The Volleyball...

    ‘We look forward to it ever year’: Cullman hosts Delta McKenzie ASA Classic

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The grounds of St. Bernard have been packed throughout the weekend with fans and archers from all over the globe competing in this year’s Delta McKenzie ASA Classic. The City of Cullman has hosted the event for over a decade now...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont ready to hit the field this fall

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    VINEMONT, Ala. -- August is here, school is back in session and that means football season is just around the corner. All of our local teams are gearing up for another season on the gridiron and in Vinemont, the Eagles are preparing to make...

    Alabama Football Preseason Ticket Sales Update

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – With just over one month until the start of the 2024 season, five of Alabama football's seven home games are now sold out through the Alabama ticket office.  The sellouts so far include: Sept. 7 vs USF, Sept. 28 vs. Georgia, Oct. 12 vs. South...

    Cullman dive team captures District II championship

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    BOAZ, Ala. -- The Cullman Dive Team won the District II Diving Championship in Boaz Thursday. Under the direction of new coach Alec Benzek, the team has excelled and secured a 1st place finish. The team will now compete at the ARPA State Diving...

    VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Lady Lions make strong showing at E2 Sports Raider Classic Tournament

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Volleyball team delivered strong performances at the E2 Sports Raider Classic Tournament hosted by Roane State Community College in Harriman, Tenn. Despite a tough battle in one match, the team ended the tournament with three victories. Wallace State vs. Roane State...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs ready to hit the field this fall

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    BREMEN, Ala. -- August is here, which means schools is back in session, fall weather is on the way and all of our local football teams are gearing up for yet another season under the lights. Brendan Voce will be going into his third season...

    Wallace State’s Adult Education program empowers record number of graduates in 2023-2024

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  From July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, Wallace State’s Adult Education program celebrated a milestone achievement by serving over 1,000 students and awarding over 350 individual certifications and degrees. This includes non-traditional high school diploma and General Educational Development test...

    PREP SPORTS: ‘Never stop trying to improve’: Good Hope Lillie McCluskey recaps Raider years

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Lillie McCluskey made a lot of great memories on and off the court during her high school years and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite experiences alongside her teammates and friends. "Some of the most...

    More than 40 graduate from WSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant program

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 40 students from Wallace State Community College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program were recognized at its annual pinning ceremony for graduates. Interim program director Rachel Gooch compared the journey for the 43 graduates to growing plant. One of her favorite quotes...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies excited to get back on the field in 2024

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Football season is nearly upon us once again and in Fairview, that means it’s nearly time for the Aggies to hit the field and take another run at the state playoffs. Fairview has punched its ticket to the postseason for five...

    Wallace State Cross Country teams ready to race into 2024-2025 season

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Men's and Women's Cross Country teams are set to kick off their season with a blend of new energy and established tradition. Tony Crider has stepped into the role of head coach to lead a men’s team with...

    Lee, Team USA excel in qualifications at Paris Olympics

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    PARIS – Sunisa Lee and Team USA kicked off the Paris Olympic Games Sunday morning at team qualifications, finishing on top of the leaderboard to advance to team finals with a 172.296 at Bercy Arena. In addition, Lee will have a chance to defend her all-around...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Meek drops season opener at Lynn 33-20

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    LYNN, Ala. – Meek opened up the 2024 season on the road Friday night, kicking things off with a Winston County matchup against Lynn. Unfortunately for Tiger fans, the Bears jumped out to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter and Meek was unable...

    UNA Football Notebook: Tight Ends

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    FLORENCE, Ala. – The University of North Alabama football team is just over a week away from competition, as the Lions wrap up fall camp this weekend and begin to turn attention to Week 0 opponent Southeast Missouri. For the month of August leading up...

    Vinemont council tables software talks, prepares for senior luncheon

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday resumed discussions on Text MyGov communications software and chose to table the item of business until its next meeting. It also discussed the next senior luncheon. On Monday, Aug. 19, the council will host its monthly Senior Luncheon at the Vinemont...

    Student-led podcast, ‘The Mane Topic,’ highlights diverse student life at WSCC

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  In a roar of creativity, students at Wallace State Community College have launched their own podcast, aptly named “The Mane Topic,” as a reference to the college's Lion mascot. The driving force behind the launch of “The Mane Topic” is Vianney Verdin...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond falls to Appalachian 28-18

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    HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Broncos kicked off their season at home against Appalachian Friday night and it was a nailbiter between them and the Eagles. Holly Pond trailed by three in the final minutes of the fourth, but Appalachian was able to score...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope edges Fultondale in region opener 7-6

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After winning their season-opener at West Point last week, the Good Hope Raiders were back home to host their region opener against Fultondale Friday night. Points were tough to come by in this one as both teams were held scoreless...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: West Point splits tri-match with Clay-Chalkville, Corner

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    WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors hosted Clay-Chalkville and Corner for a tri-match Tuesday night. West Point swept the Lady Cougars in two sets but fell to the Lady Yellow Jackets in a hard-fought, three-set second match. West Point 2 - Clay-Chalkville...

    West Point Back-to-School Bash a slam dunk

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    WEST POINT, Ala. - The town of West Point helped the community’s students run away from the back-to-school blues on Saturday, Aug. 10. The town held its annual Back-to-School Bash at West Point Municipal Park from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., allowing a full day of...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont falls at Phil Campbell 44-42 in 4 OTs

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    PHIL CAMPBELL, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to face the Phil Campbell Bobcats in its region opener Friday night and four quarters weren’t nearly enough for these two teams to settle things. At the end of regulation, the game was tied at 14 but after...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison sweeps tri-match with Haleyville, Winston County

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    ADDISON, Ala. – Addison was back home to host a tri-match with Haleyville and Winston County Thursday night and the Lady Bulldogs earned wins over both teams. Addison beat Haleyville in three sets while defeating WCHS in straight sets. Addison 2 – Haleyville 1 (25-21,...

    13 graduate Wallace State as registered sonographers

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography program recently celebrated the success of 13 students in its OB/GYN pathway with a pinning ceremony attended by graduates, family and friends. As each graduate walked across the stage, the letters RDMS were added...

    Plans for Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium dedication announced

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – On Saturday, September 7, The University of Alabama will formally dedicate Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium with pregame and halftime ceremonies in addition to several commemorative items celebrating the occasion. The Honorary Degrees and Recognition Committee of the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview races past West Point 48-13

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The eighth annual Brandin Iron Bowl was hosted at Fairview this year, and the Aggies took on the West Point Warriors in the region opener for both teams. After a close few minutes in the opening period, Fairview quickly took command...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman extends winning streak to 4 games

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman High School's volleyball team continued their winning streak in their second tri-match of the season, defeating both Austin and Good Hope to extend their run to four consecutive victories. In a thrilling contest against Austin, the Bearcats demonstrated resilience and...

    PREP SWIMMING: Bearcat swim teams off to hot start

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman High School boys and girls swim teams made an impressive start to their season by placing first against Buckhorn, Florence, and Saint John Paul II in their opening meet. Both teams showcased their talent and determination, dominating the competition...

    WSCC ATHLETICS ROUNDUP: Cross Country teams shine at JSU Foothills Invitational; Volleyball wins away matches

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Men’s and Women’s Cross Country teams delivered strong performances at the 18th Annual JSU Foothills Invitational on Aug. 30 at Choccolocco Park in Oxford. Competing against a deep field, the men’s team secured a fourth place finish out of 19 teams,...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Addison handles Shoals Christian 51-0, Smothers earns 100th win

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    ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted region foe Shoals Christian at A.G. Hicks Stadium Friday night and Addison dominated the Flame from start to finish, winning 51-0. Friday night’s win is also the 100th for Addison Head Coach David Smothers. Coach Smothers now sports a...

    Wallace State Nursing celebrates first graduates of Oneonta program

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    ONEONTA, Ala. -  Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education recently celebrated the success of the first cohort of students completing the Practical Nursing certificate option at the Oneonta campus site, with a white coat ceremony at the Little Brick Church in Oneonta. The...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman drops region opener to Athens 24-14

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – After handling Mortimer Jordan last week, the Cullman Bearcats were back home at Oliver Woodard Stadium Friday night to host their region opener against Athens. The ‘Cats found some life on the offensive side of the ball in the second half,...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond drops region opener at Sylvania 48-6

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    SYLVANIA, Ala. – After putting together an explosive offensive performance against Hanceville a week ago, the Holly Pond Broncos were back on the field Friday night, opening up region play at Sylvania. Unfortunately for the Holly Pond crowd, the Broncos didn’t have as much...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls to Gordo on the road 54-3

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    GORDO, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs were on the road Friday night opening up region play against Gordo and the Green Wave dominated from start to finish. Gordo jumped out to a commanding 47-3 lead in the first half and cruised in the second...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls to Susan Moore 34-20

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    BREMEN, Ala. – After handling Curry on the road last week, the Cold Springs Eagles returned home to host their region opener against Susan Moore Friday night. Cold Springs led 14-12 at halftime but the Bulldogs outscored them 22-6 in the second half to...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Meek drops region opener at Hackleburg 34-8

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    HACKLEBURG, Ala. – The Tigers of Meek were back on the road Friday night to open up region play at Hackleburg and unfortunately for the visiting crowd, the Tigers had their hands full when they hit the field against the Panthers. Hackleburg jumped out to...