‘Teaching is such a blessing’: Pam Couch retiring after 45 years of teaching
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After working as a teacher for 45 years at three different schools, Pam Couch is calling it a career. Couch started her teaching career at Trinity Christian Academy in Oxford and was there for 15 years before moving to Good...
Cullman City Schools construction progress update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The new school year is quickly approaching, and with it, major updates are happening for Cullman Middle School, Cullman High School and West Elementary School. Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff said the district has remained focused on communication, safety and...
‘We’re helping kids walk into school confident and prepared’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County recently wrapped up its annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive, and Executive Director Stephanie Childers said they were overwhelmed with gratitude for the outpouring of support from the community.
“This effort helps ensure that every...
‘Significant and historic improvements in public education’
CCBOE cuts ribbon, breaks ground on new additions at Hanceville, Good Hope
CULLMAN, Ala. – Thursday was a busy day for the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE), representing “significant and historic improvements in public education in Cullman County,” according to Senate President Pro Tem...
Wallace State earns reaccreditation from SACSCOC
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced the successful reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), a significant milestone that underscores the institution’s commitment to academic excellence, student success and continuous improvement.
The reaffirmation...
Wallace State hosts CyberPatriot Camp to inspire future cybersecurity leaders
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Computer Science program recently introduced local students to the dynamic world of cybersecurity through an AFA CyberPatriot Camp, co-hosted by the college and the North Central Alabama STEM Ecosystem.
CyberPatriot is the National Youth Cyber Education Program created...
Wallace State Nursing named Center of Excellence for 3rd time
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education has once again been named a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing (NLN). The program was the first college or university nursing program in the state to achieve this...
Cold Springs FCCLA shines at 2025 National Leadership Conference
BREMEN, Ala. - From July 4–10, 2025, Cold Springs High School proudly represented Alabama at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) National Leadership Conference (NLC) in Orlando, Florida. Students Savannah Bischoff, Baylee Dye and Coco Fox, along with their advisor Stephanie...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: July 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met Tuesday morning for its regular meeting to discuss facility updates, staffing and student programming that will impact the upcoming school year.
The board reported that Wayne Cook, who is over the Cullman High School Theatre program,...
‘Learning doesn’t stop in the summer’
Governor Kay Ivey visits STEM camp at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools (CCS) and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) teamed up to host a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) camp at East Elementary School (EES) over the past week,...
Alabama’s 20th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday set for July 18–20, 2025
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama families can save money on back-to-school essentials during the state’s 20th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 18, and runs through midnight on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
During this three-day tax holiday, shoppers can...
CCBOE adding 5 First-Class Pre-K classrooms this fall
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman County Schools is adding additional Pre-K classroom space to the district, thanks to state grants as part of the First Class PreK program. Governor Kay Ivey announced the grant winners on Friday. Cullman County Schools is proud to gain five...
Wallace State brings home gold and bronze from SkillsUSA competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College students returned from the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference with three gold medals and two bronze medals.
“Competing — and winning — at the national level in such diverse and demanding fields shows the strength of...
Wallace State receives $2.5M for renovation, construction projects
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced it is the recipient of $2.5 million from the state legislature that will help pay for renovations to two buildings and assist with construction of another.
“We are grateful to the Alabama Legislature, and especially Sen....
Wallace State to host free digital literacy course aimed at helping adults catch up with technology – starting July 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is launching a new, free digital literacy course designed to help adults feel more confident using technology in their everyday lives. The course, developed in partnership with the Cullman Electric Cooperative and the Cullman County Public Library...
West Point scholars place 2nd in National Scholastic Championship
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School students recently competed in the Partnership for Academic Competition Excellence (PACE) National Scholastic Championship (NSC), June 7-8, in Rosemont, Illinois, placing second in their division.
“After winning the NAQT SSNCT National Championship in April, we finished off...
Burrow Museum hosts exhibition featuring Ukrainian artists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College is currently showcasing a compelling exhibition titled “We Know Who They Are,” featuring more than 60 works by Ukrainian artists grappling with the trauma and reality of war in their homeland.
The exhibit...
Wallace State hosting self-defense course for health care personnel
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host a self-defense course geared toward medical personnel on Saturday, July 12, from noon-2 p.m. at the Wellness Center.
The free training event will be presented by Gentle Solutions and will focus on staying safe in the...
Marshall opens applications for 2025 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced the application process for the 2025 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative Awards. These awards provide the opportunity to identify and recognize excellence and current trends in school safety throughout the state. The deadline to file...
Cullman City Schools gives update on community-driven strategic plan
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is more than two years into a strategic plan created to position the school system for the future. The system recently released an update on its progress.In 2023, the Cullman City Board of Education approved a five-year strategic...
Cullman City Board of Education receives clean audit for 2024 fiscal year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education on Tuesday, June 24, announced the results of the fiscal year 2024 financial audit conducted by Aldridge, Borden & Company, P.C., which revealed no audit findings.
“The audit highlights the board's strong financial management and responsible...
Wallace State Alumni Association announces Fall on the Farm trip
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association recently announced plans for a one-day trip to enjoy the bounty of the fall harvest. The Fall on the Farm trip is planned for Wednesday, Sept. 24, with stops to pick apples and sunflowers,...
Cullman County Schools announces career tech administrators
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education recently named Dr. Susan Patrick as the system's director of career technical education. Adam Edmondson is the new principal of Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA).
“Cullman County Schools believes in career tech and how important it...
Fairview Elementary launching agriscience program
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary will be adding an agriscience program for its kindergarten through fifth-grade students as a weekly specialty class for all to attend.
Elementary Agriscience Teacher Savanna Dutton said this means all students will learn about the depths of agriculture.
“I think the...
WSCC Health Science programs offering second opportunity to apply for fall 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Several Wallace State Community College Health Science programs are offering a second chance for students to apply for admission for the fall 2025 semester.
Programs with openings for the fall will be on-hand on Thursday, June 26, to provide details about their...
Ivey commends Wallace State as a Top 3 community college in the nation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Alabama Governor Kay Ivey commended Wallace State Community College and President Vicki Karolewics for the college’s outstanding accomplishments, including being named a Rising Star by the Aspen Institute for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, making it one of...
More than 120 student athletes earn place on ACCC Commissioner’s Honor Roll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College congratulates the student athletes and teams who were named to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll. Student athletes who achieve a GPA of 3.0 or higher are eligible for inclusion on the Commissioner’s...
Gudger announces $100K in additional funding for Holly Pond High School
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, visited Holly Pond High School on Wednesday, June 18, to announce he has secured an additional $100,000 in State funding to supplement its educational efforts and progress.Gudger was surrounded by Holly Pond...
‘Hanceville will forever have a place in my heart’
Hanceville Elementary Principal Stacie Olinger retiring
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Elementary School principal Stacie Olinger has decided to retire after six years at the school. Before coming to Hanceville, she was the assistant principal at Austinville Elementary in Decatur for a year and she said...
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Cullman High’s Nevaeh Green
Nevaeh Green is a senior at Cullman High School and the featured twirler in the Cullman Bearcat Marching Band. She began her twirling career at 9 and fell in love with the sport. Now, she is the choreographer and instructor for Cullman High School’s...
McKinnon named Cold Springs Elementary School principal
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education at its June 12, 2025, meeting approved Dr. Shane Barnette's recommendation to hire Adam McKinnon as the next principal of Cold Springs Elementary School.
McKinnon is currently the assistant principal at Cold Springs Elementary. He is...
Education notes
CULLMAN, Ala. – Listed are educational achievements submitted by colleges and universities for area students.
Local student named to Abilene Christian University's spring 2025 Dean's Honor Roll
ABILENE, Texas - Sage Andrews of Cullman has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's Honor Roll. Andrews is...
Agriplex event highlights Red Hill School House, history of Cullman County education
CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of its monthly Heritage Skills series, the North Alabama Agriplex on Thursday, June 5, hosted an exhibit and presentation on the history of education in Cullman County at the historic Red Hill School House.
During the presentation, which covered the...
Cullman County Schools announces Jennings, Strane as new principals
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Jyme Jennings as the next principal of Good Hope High School and Robert Strane as the next principal of Welti Elementary School.
Jennings will assume the role at Good Hope High, replacing Scott...
West Point scholars heading to quizbowl championship
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point High School will compete in the Partnership for Academic Competition Excellence (PACE) National Scholastic Championship (NSC), June 7-8, in Rosemont, Illinois.
PACE Director of Communications Harry White shared that West Point qualified by winning a quizbowl tournament hosted at...
Cullman City Schools: 2024-2025 year in review
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the 2024-2025 school year comes to a close, the Cullman City Board of Education is looking back at a year marked by significant achievements and milestones across its schools and programs, from long-awaited expansions to continued high academic achievement that...
Taylor, Gay named May 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 are going above and beyond in their professions.
Teacher of the Month: Jessica Taylor, reading specialist, West Point Elementary School
(Pictured left to right are...
Cullman City Schools working to double number of pre-school students
CULLMAN, Ala. - Learning can never start too soon, according to Cullman City Schools, which said it is actively working to grow its pre-kindergarten program and position the initiative for future growth to be able to serve more students than ever.The board is working...
Education notes
CULLMAN, Ala. – Listed are educational achievements submitted by colleges and universities for area students.
Berry College Class of 2025
ROME, Ga. - Berry College welcomed its newest class of graduates.
Summer Laymaster of Cullman earned a BS in Biology
Mary Page of Cullman earned a BA in...
Wallace State releases spring 2025 President’s, Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 685 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for...
‘I always made an effort to pour into others’: Holly Pond’s Megan Fry talks Bronco years
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond senior Megan Fry graduated earlier this month and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite memories made alongside her friends and classmates during her school years, starting with her experience in the FFA.
"I competed on district,...
Record number complete Wallace State Adult Education, Workforce programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College celebrated the accomplishments of hundreds of students who over the last year have earned more than 2,000 individual certifications and degrees through its Adult Education, Workforce Development and Skills for Success programs.
“Graduates, congratulations all that you have...
PREP CHEER: ‘I want to be remembered as the kind of person that never turned anyone away’: Cullman Christian’s Destiny Siegel reflects on Lion years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Christian's Destiny Siegel collected her diploma recently and in this interview, she shares some of her favorite memories from her time cheerleading alongside her friends and teammates.
"Some of my favorite memories are from going on trips to other schools for...
Ari Randall of Cullman selected for University of Alabama Blackburn Institute Class of 2025
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Ari Randall of Cullman was recently selected as a member of The University of Alabama Blackburn Institute's class of 2025.
Only 50 students are chosen through a highly competitive process to be a part of the 2025 Blackburn class.
The Blackburn Institute is...
CHS graduate Evan Cherry awarded $1K 4-H scholarship
CULLMAN, Ala. - Recent Cullman High School graduate Evan Cherry was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Alabama 4-H Foundation for his years of involvement and dedication to the 4-H program.
Cherry's journey began in the fourth grade when representatives visited his classroom and introduced...
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church bids farewell to longtime Pastor Fr. Patrick Egan
Celebration of ministry this Sunday, June 1, 2025
Updated May 26, 2025, at 11:17 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Sunday, June 1, 2025, Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in downtown Cullman will bid farewell to Senior Pastor Fr. Patrick Egan, O.S.B., a Priest of St....
Red Hill School House to open for free June 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex and Peinhardt Living History Farm will open the doors of the Red Hill School House to the community on Thursday, June 5, from 6-8 p.m. as part of the monthly Agriplex Heritage Skills Series.
Visitors of all ages...
Cullman’s Cody Goodwin commissioned as 2nd lieutenant in US Army
HENDERSON, Tenn. - In a historic moment for the school, Freed-Hardeman University's spring 2025 commencement ceremony celebrated the first-ever commissioning of an Army officer, as new graduate Cody Goodwin, from Cullman, officially transitioned from student to second lieutenant in the United States Army. This...
CCPS kindergartners shine in ‘Barnyard Moosical’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kindergarten students at Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) brought a joyful and fun musical celebration to the stage last week, as part of “A Barnyard Moosical,” designed to inspire creativity, confidence and community among the district's youngest students.“A Barnyard Moosical” was held...
‘We’re proud of what we’ve created together’
East Elementary Outdoor Classroom Recognition and Appreciation Ceremony
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students, faculty, staff and community partners gathered on Friday, May 16, to celebrate exciting additions to the East Elementary School outdoor classroom, a growing space of education and environmental stewardship.
“This garden is more than...
Wallace State Dental Hygiene Program celebrates Class of 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted a pinning ceremony for its Dental Hygiene program's Class of 2025. The event celebrated the achievements of 25 exceptional graduates who have successfully completed the rigorous program and are now ready to begin their professional...
Wallace State honors student successes
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted its annual honors and awards night, recognizing the achievements of current students and celebrating their successes.
“We are proud of all of our students and are delighted to have the opportunity to showcase them anytime we...
FAWN: 30 years of outdoor learning
CULLMAN, Ala. - For 30 years now, sixth graders across Cullman County have taken a break from the classroom to step into nature and learn what it means to be a good steward of it. Hosted May 6 and 8 at Sportsman Lake Park,...
WSCC’s Vianney Verdin Maldonado receives Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is proud to announce that Vianney Verdin Maldonado was selected as a recipient of the highly competitive Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. The award, valued at up to $55,000 per year for three years, will allow Maldonado the...
Wallace State Respiratory Therapy Program celebrates graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Respiratory Therapy program recently hosted a pinning ceremony for its Class of 2025, celebrating the transition of students from academic study to professional practice in respiratory therapy.
"Today, we honor and celebrate the efforts of these individuals for...
‘There is no greater role in life than the role of servant’: local students participate in The Liberty Learning Foundation’s American Character Program
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, May 9, middle schoolers across Cullman County participated in The Liberty Learning Foundation’s American Character Program. Designed to introduce students to essential life skills and civic responsibilities, the program explores character building, financial literacy, career development, community engagement and...
STEM education comes to life at CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - STEM education came to life at Cullman City Primary School last week with a show that — literally — blew the students away.Part of a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) show coordinated with the Southern Research Group, the event was...
Ivey signs bill preventing student use of cell phones in Alabama public schools
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday, May 14, signed the FOCUS Act, prohibiting students’ use of smart phones and other wireless devices inside Alabama’s public schools.
Flanked by middle school students, Ivey signed the FOCUS Act into law Wednesday morning in her office.
“In...
CCBOE breaks ground on new additions at Hanceville Middle, Child Development Center
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) was busy on Wednesday, loading up on a school bus in the morning and visiting several county schools. Two of their stops were particularly important, as they officially celebrated the groundbreakings for new additions...
Wallace State celebrates Class of 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College celebrated commencement exercises on Friday, May 9, where around 600 students walked across the stage in two ceremonies for the Academic and Applied Technology programs and the Health Science programs. More than 2,000 degrees and certificates will...
Anderson, Johnson named principals at West Point, Vinemont
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette has recommended Shannon Anderson as the next principal of West Point Elementary School and Todd Johnsonas the next principal of Vinemont Middle School.
Anderson will assume the role at West Point Elementary, replacing Principal Michael...
Uhrig, Weaver named principals at Good Hope, Holly Pond
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette has recommended Ashley Uhrig as the next principal of Good Hope Primary School and Danny Weaver as principal of Holly Pond Middle School.
Uhrig has worked for Cullman County Schools for 12 years. She currently...
Robles Martinez, Brannan named Fast Track Boys, Girls State representatives
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Giovanny Robles Martinez of Hanceville has been named Wallace State Community College Fast Track Boys State representative, and Brooke Brannan, also of Hanceville, has been named Wallace State Community College Fast Track Girls State representative.
Girls State and Boys State are prestigious...
Registration open for Wallace State summer STEAM camps
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is hosting a series of summer STEAM camps from June 9-13 for students entering grades 3-12. The camps offer hands-on experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM), encouraging students to explore these subjects through engaging...
Chamblee named new Cullman County Schools transportation director
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Kyle Chamblee as the next Cullman County Schools transportation director.
Chamblee is currently the principal of Vinemont Middle School. He will replace Jeff Harper, who recently announced his retirement.
Chamblee will oversee day-to-day operations...
Lindsey, Taylor, Rutherford named principals at Hanceville, Fairview
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Michael Lindsey as the first principal of Hanceville Primary School and Troy Taylor as the new principal of Hanceville Elementary School. Barnette is also recommending Erica Rutherford as the new principal of...
Cullman elementary students enjoy STEM Day
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from East and West Elementary Schools spent Thursday, May 1, making marshmallow catapults, learning computer code and more as part of the annual STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Day.STEM Day is a key part of Cullman City Schools’ curriculum...
Metcalfe, Stallings named April 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 are going above and beyond in their professions.
Teacher of the Month: Beth Metcalfe, sixth-grade math, Holly Pond K-8Pictured left to right are Holly...
Wallace State brings homes 40 medals from Alabama SkillsUSA
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College brought home 40 medals from the Alabama SkillsUSA Leadership Conference, Championships and Career Expo held last week in Mobile. More than half of the medals won were gold medals at 25, followed by nine silver medals and...
Celebrating Paula Garmon Harris’ journey from Wallace State to pharmacy leadership
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Paula Garmon Harris’ story is a testament to the transformative power of community colleges. As a proud alumna of Wallace State Community College, Harris’ journey from a student with limited resources to a leader in the pharmacy world is truly inspiring.
Harris...
WSCC students inducted into English and Math honor societies
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College welcomed new members to the Sigma Kappa Delta and Mu Alpha Theta honor societies during the Spring 2025 semester.
Sigma Kappa Delta (SKD) is the National English Honor Society for two-year colleges. Wallace State’s Theta Delta Chapter was...
‘I want every student to know that they matter’
Addison Principal Micah Smothers retiring
ADDISON, Ala. - Addison High School Principal Micah Smothers has known one career in his life: education. After 34 years as a teacher, coach and principal at three different schools, Smothers is retiring. His last official day is June 30,...
Fairview students competing in underwater ROV event at Dauphin Island Sea Lab
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Students from Fairview High School are competing in the Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) ROV Competition Northern Gulf Coast Regional at Dauphin Island Sea Lab. The competition, which takes place April 25-27, allows students to showcase underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV)...
Bradberry announces candidacy for Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jill Bradberry recently announced her candidacy for Place 1 on the Cullman City Board of Education.
Below is Bradberry’s announcement, unedited and in full.
Lifelong Cullman resident Jill Bradberry has officially announced her candidacy for the Cullman City School Board.
Since her appointment to...
Harrison announces re-election bid for Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cheryl Gable Harrison recently announced she is seeking re-election to Place 3 on the Cullman City Board of Education.
Below is Harrison’s announcement, unedited and in full.
Cheryl Gable Harrison announces her re-election bid for Cullman City School Board, Place 3.
Harrison, a lifelong...
WSCC: Celebrating Alan Wood’s journey to community leadership
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Alan Wood has been in banking for 40 years and traces his successful career back to his time at Wallace State Community College.
Wood attended Wallace State from 1984 to 1986, earning an associate degree in business administration before transferring to Athens...
Cullman City Schools to open out-of-district kindergarten registration May 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - Parents with young students outside the Cullman City Schools district who are interested in enrolling their children as out-of-district students will have an opportunity soon — though space is limited.Out-of-district registration for kindergarten students will begin on May 8 for the...
Students commit to Wallace State Applied Technology programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Dozens of students put pen to paper recently, committing to Applied Technology programs at Wallace State Community College as part of the NC3 Letter of Intent Signing Day.
“Today we celebrate a commitment, opportunity and the bright future of technical education,” said...
WPHS quiz bowl team to compete in national championship April 25
WEST POINT, Ala. - With its strong finish at the William Rufus King Memorial Tournament, the quiz bowl team from West Point High School proved themselves worthy to play on a national stage. On Friday, April 25, the team will represent their school in...
Wallace State names Duarte, Sutherland Student and Teacher of the Year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recognized its Student of the Year and Teacher of the Year at the recent State of Education event held by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce. Emily Delgado Duarte was named the Student of the Year and...
City school board honors Faulk, Kennedy
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its April meeting named Employees of the Month. Support Services Coordinator Hayden Faulk and Technology Technician Chris Kennedy.
Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff honored Faulk's work ethic, acknowledging his role in maintaining current facilities and guiding ongoing construction...
WSCC: Celebrating Chibueze Meremetoh’s journey to a nursing degree
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Chibueze “Chi” Meremetoh is a proud alumnus of Wallace State Community College, where he earned his associate degree in nursing while simultaneously earning his bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) through Wallace State’s joint enrollment...
Wallace State earns 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School designation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College on Tuesday announced that it has earned the 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School designation.
Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated...
Wallace State recognized as Rising Star by Aspen Institute
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College was recognized as a Rising Star at the2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence award ceremony Thursday. The award recognizes the college’s significant improvements in student outcomes and comes with a $100,000 prize.
“We are extremely honored to...
St. Bernard Prep’s Madilyn Kerber named Bryant-Jordan Scholar-Athlete Region Winner
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School senior Madilyn Kerber has been named the Region 7, Class 1A Scholar-Athlete by the prestigious Bryant-Jordan Scholarship Program. She was recognized at the 40th Annual Bryant-Jordan Awards Banquet, held Monday, April 14, 2025, in the Sheraton Birmingham...
Annual event honors area schools, educators, students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2025 State of Education Community Luncheon at Wallace State Community College on Friday, April 11. The annual event featured Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette, and...
FAITH: St. Bernard Abbey celebrates Easter Triduum
The solemnity and seriousness of Holy Week are very evident in the Church of St. Bernard Abbey in Cullman. Crucifixes and images of saints are covered with violet cloth as Christians “fast” from the beauty and comfort of sacred images. Even the Abbey’s huge 10-foot...
Wallace State receives Rising Star award from Aspen Institute
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Aspen Institute on Thursday, April 17, announced that Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, one of 16 colleges in the Wisconsin Technical College System, is the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition for high...
West Elementary’s Lauren Hughes wins statewide Governor’s App Challenge
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman City Schools student won the statewide Governor’s App Challenge, a competition where students across Alabama were tasked with creating their own apps to showcase the use of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education.West Elementary School fourth-grader Lauren Hughes...
Wallace State’s Delgado, Wilt earn All-Alabama Academic Team honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Two Wallace State Community College students were among 48 recognized by the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) at its 30th annual All-Alabama Academic Team Recognition Program recently at the Embassy Suites Birmingham-Hoover. Two students from each Alabama community college earned scholarship...
Wallace State hosting watch party Thursday for Aspen Prize announcement
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host a watch party on Thursday, April 17, when the Aspen Institute announces the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The prize includes a $1 million award to the winning college.
Wallace State...
Carter announces re-election bid for Cullman City Board of Education
Updated April 25, 2025, at 8:33 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Amy Carter recently announced she is seeking re-election to Place 5 on the Cullman City Board of Education.
Below is Carter’s announcement, unedited and in full.
Amy Carter is seeking re-election to the Cullman City Board...
James Brumley of Cullman City Schools honored with 2025 Morton-Smith Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - James Brumley, chief school finance & operations officer at Cullman City Schools, has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Morton-Smith Award by the Alabama Association of School Business Officials (AASBO). This esteemed recognition celebrates Brumley's exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to the...
Stover represents St. Bernard in Vietnam
CULLMAN, Ala. Rachael Stover, director of admissions at St. Bernard Preparatory School, recently advanced the school’s international recruitment efforts by representing St. Bernard at the ILA Fair in Hồ Chí Minh City, Vietnam. Her participation marked another significant step in the school’s growing global...
McDonald, Chapman named March 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 are going above and beyond in their professions.Teacher of the Month: Patrick McDonald, Health, Good Hope High School(Pictured left to right are Good...
Celebrating Randy Hammond’s journey from student to department chair
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - When Wallace State Community College Welding Department Chair Randy Hammond stands in front of a class of welding students, he can identify with each of them because he was in their same position once upon a time.
Hammond's journey with Wallace State...
Cullman students win in statewide app design challenge
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two students at West Elementary School in Cullman won the region in a statewide contest to design and build innovative new apps for learning.Fourth grader Lauren Hughes and sixth grader Kinslee Barnett won their respective age divisions for their apps, as...
Students, local leaders make case for community college and less debt this #CCMonth
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is the "best decision ever," according to many who have attended it and acquired a high-quality higher education with little or no student debt. This year, Wallace State has added to its many accolades a designation as...
Drake, Whaley named CCBOE Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hayley Drake and Amy Whaley have been named CCBOE Teachers of the Year, Cullman County Schools announced this week.Drake, a reading specialist at Vinemont Elementary School, was named Elementary Teacher of the Year.
VES Principal Kim Brown said, “Hayley Drake has been...
2 Sacred Heart students named winners in Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest
COLOMBUS, Ohio — After receiving thousands of submissions from across the United States, Zaner-Bloser has named winners of the 34th annual Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest. The winners include seven Grand National Champions selected from 28 Regional Winners representing each grade K–6, and two Nicholas...
