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    WSCC Women’s Basketball earns bye in ACCC Division I tournament; men’s team seeded No. 3

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College women's basketball team earned a bye in the 2024 Alabama Community College Conference Division I Basketball Tournament to be held March 7-9 at the University of Alabama-Huntsville. On Friday, March 8 at 12 p.m., the women will...

    Alabama-Jacksonville State baseball game postponed

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama-Jacksonville State baseball game scheduled for this afternoon has been postponed due to the threat of inclement weather in the forecast. The teams were originally scheduled to play at 4 p.m. CT today at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. The game will be made up...

    WSCC: Event opens doors to learn about Workforce Training Center

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development is opening the doors to its new Workforce Training Center to anyone who would like to learn more about how the facility can be utilized for individual and group training. Pro Skills...

    Alabama Head Coach Kalen DeBoer finalizes coaching staff

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer finalized his coaching staff Friday with the hiring of tight ends coach Bryan Ellis, offensive line coach Chris Kapilovic and outside linebackers coach Christian Robinson. "We were able to also secure three of the finest coaches in...

    Meet the Coaches: Auburn defensive coordinator D.J. Durkin

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    AUBURN, Ala. – If you ask Auburn coordinator DJ Durkin what the Tigers’ defense will look like this fall, he might advise you to check back with him after spring practice. In his fourth SEC program as a defensive coordinator, Durkin builds his defenses around...

    Wallace State hosts STEAM Academy for area 5th graders

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) Academy for area fifth-grade students at the School of Nursing and Center for Science. Over 30 students were selected by their science teachers to attend the event. Wallace...

    Wallace State hosts welding contest for aspiring north Alabama welders

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Welding hosted an intense welding competition Friday, March 1, showcasing the talents of high school students from across north Alabama. Held in Wallace State’s new, state-of-the-art welding facility, the event drew 151 students from approximately 31 schools,...

    WSCC Workforce Training Center revolutionizes career development

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Located on the grounds of REHAU’s automotive manufacturing facility in Cullman, the Workforce Training Center provides facilities for short-term training programs and services provided by the college’s Center for Career and Workforce Development. For people interested in learning a new career skill,...

    Explore, learn and innovate

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    STEAM Camp 2024 at Wallace State CULLMAN, Ala. - This summer, Wallace State Community College is set to become a hub of innovation and learning with the return of the highly anticipated STEAM Camp. Designed for students entering grades three through eight in the 2024-2025...

    No. 14 Auburn falls to No. 10 Virginia in Jax Classic championship

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    JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – No. 14 Auburn dropped a back-and-forth affair against No. 10 Virginia 6-4 Sunday afternoon in the championship game of the Jax College Baseball Classic at 121 Financial Ballpark. The Tigers (6-1) led 2-1 through four innings, but Virginia (7-0) scored in each of...

    ‘Looking forward to the challenge’: No. 14 Auburn readies for Jax College Baseball Classic

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    JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – One of three top-20 teams in the four-team field, No. 14 Auburn is set to compete in the inaugural Jax College Baseball Classic in Jacksonville, Florida, this weekend. "It's a test. It's a measuring stick," head coach Butch Thompson said of the weekend. "I've asked...

    WSCC, UAB welcome 9th cohort for joint enrollment program

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than a dozen students from Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education’s Joint Enrollment program with the University of Alabama at Birmingham recently participated in the Lamp of Learning and White Coat Ceremony for Nursing. The ceremony marks the...

    ESPN College GameDay visits The Plains for third straight season

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    BRISTOL, Conn. – For the fourth time in program history and third-straight season, ESPN's College GameDay covered by State Farm is coming to The Plains on Saturday, Feb. 17. The two-hour show, hosted by Rece Davis, along with analysts Jay Bilas, Jay Williams, Seth Greenberg and...

    Vontrell King-Williams named defensive tackles coach at Auburn

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Vontrell King-Williams has been named defensive tackles coach at Auburn, head coach Hugh Freeze announced Friday. King-Williams served as a defensive line analyst for Auburn this past season and previously worked on Freeze's staff at Liberty. The completion of Auburn's defensive staff also includes various position...

    ‘Always locked in’ to Auburn, Derrick Brown sets NFL record

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    AUBURN, Ala. – After tying the Carolina Panthers’ record for most tackles by a defensive lineman last season with 67, Derrick Brown entered the 2023 season with the goal of breaking it. Brown, as he’s done consistently since arriving at Auburn in 2016, exceeded even his...

    WSCC: Broadway Night set for Feb. 15

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students in Wallace State Community College's Fine and Performing Arts programs are gearing up for the annual Broadway Night, scheduled on Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. in the Recital Hall of the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. The upcoming...

    Auburn’s Johni Broome garners SEC Player of the Week honors

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – For the first time of his career, Auburn junior center/forward Johni Broome (Plant City, Fla.) garnered SEC Men's Basketball Player of the Week honors on Monday. The preseason All-SEC First Team and John R. Wooden National Player of the Year Award candidate averaged 15.5 points,...

    Auburn legend, College Football Hall of Famer Terry Beasley passes away

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Terry Beasley, a prolific pass catcher whose Auburn receiving records have lasted more than a half century, has passed away at the age of 73. An All-American in 1970 and 1971, Beasley caught 141 career passes for 2,507 yards and 29 receiving touchdowns from...

    Ashton Story of Hanceville part of UA cheer, dance teams that placed at nationals

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama all-girl and co-ed cheerleading teams each placed second at the UCA National Competition held at Walt Disney World in Orlando Jan. 14. The dance team earned a spot in the D1 Jazz finals that same weekend in...

    Alabama’s Nick Dunlap wins PGA Tour Event, The American Express

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    LA QUINTA, Calif. – University of Alabama sophomore men's golfer Nick Dunlap became the first amateur to win a PGA Tour event since 1991 when he claimed The American Express on Sunday evening. Dunlap won the event by one stroke over Christiaan Bezuidenhout, finishing the 72-hole tournament...

    Wallace State hosts VEX IQ robotics competitions

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — On Saturday, Jan. 13, Wallace State Community College welcomed 46 teams to campus for VEX IQ robotics competitions for elementary and middle school students. Competitions were held in the Wellness Center practice gym, with hundreds of participants and spectators in attendance.  “We have...

    Auburn names Derrick Nix Offensive Coordinator, Kent Austin Quarterbacks Coach

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    Auburn, Alabama—Derrick Nix has been named offensive coordinator and running backs coach at Auburn, head coach Hugh Freeze announced Wednesday. A native of Attalla, Alabama, Nix has spent the previous 16 years at Ole Miss, 12 as running backs coach and the last four as...

    Scholarship audition dates set by Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students who love to sing, dance, act, play an instrument, or even work behind the scenes may attend upcoming auditions at Wallace State Community College to earn scholarship money for their education.     The college’s Fine and Performing Arts programs will host scholarship...

    Education notes

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    Kendall Rooks awarded degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic Christine Beaudry DAVENPORT, Iowa -  Kendall Rooks of South Vinemont graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic's Florida Campus in Port Orange, Florida on Dec. 15, 2023. Palmer College of Chiropractic, the first...

    More than 800 earn places on WSCC President’s, Dean’s Lists

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates 837 outstanding students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for...

    Charles Kelly named co-Defensive Coordinator at Auburn

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Charles Kelly, a veteran defensive coach and former Auburn football player, has been named co-defensive coordinator at his alma mater, head coach Hugh Freeze announced Friday. A native of Ozark, Alabama, Kelly played at Auburn from 1986-89 under legendary coach Pat Dye and returned...

    WSCC: Alumna Morelia Tinajero advocates for Alabama’s Hispanic community

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Morelia Tinajero has devoted her life to helping immigrants call Alabama home. She works at the Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama (HICA) as a Department of Justice accredited immigration case manager and serves as the instructor for both civics and English...

    University of North Alabama wins MLF Abu Garcia College Fishing Tournament on Harris Chain of Lakes

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    LEESBURG, Fla. (Jan. 8, 2024) – The University of North Alabama duo of Dylan Nutt and Carter Nutt, both sophomores from Nashville, Tennessee, won the MLF Abu Garcia College Fishing Presented by YETI event on the Harris Chain of Lakes with a five-bass limit weighing 21 pounds,...

    Alabama defeats Vanderbilt Saturday afternoon in SEC Opener

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    NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Alabama men's basketball team began SEC play with a 78-75 win on the road against Vanderbilt Saturday afternoon at Memorial Gymnasium. The Crimson Tide (9-5, 1-0 SEC) were led by Mark Sears scoring a game-high 21 points. Alabama's backcourt excelled on offense as Rylan Griffen (16...

    No. 25 Auburn makes history at Arkansas with 83-51 win in SEC opener

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    FAYTTEVILLE, ARK. – Known as one of the more hostile environments in the SEC, Bud Walton Arena was quiet for most of the day Saturday as No. 25 Auburn throttled Arkansas 83-51 on the road to secure a win in the SEC opener.  Auburn's 32-point win...

    Auburn Made: Week 17 NFL Rundown

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    From a game-winning field goal to a career-long touchdown grab, it was a Christmas weekend to remember for some of Auburn's former players in the NFL. That and more in this week's Auburn Made NFL rundown. BEST OF WEEK 17 Roger McCreary, CB, Tennessee Titans  McCreary continued his...

    Auburn Made: Week 16 NFL rundown

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    From a game-winning field goal to a career-long touchdown grab, it was a Christmas weekend to remember for some of Auburn's former players in the NFL. See who all shined in this week's Auburn Made NFL rundown. BEST OF WEEK 16 Derrick Brown, DT, Carolina Panthers Brown once...

    Alabama’sDowns Selected as 2023 Shaun Alexander Award winner

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama safety Caleb Downs was selected as the 2023 recipient of the Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced Wednesday morning. Downs was one of five finalists for this year's award and was joined by Rueben Bain (Miami (Fla.)), Kevin...

    Pearl on the Plains: BP reflects on ‘opportunity of a lifetime’ at Auburn

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    Bruce Pearl looks back on 10 years of winning on and off the court at Auburn AUBURN, Ala. – When the Tigers tipped off the 2023-24 season vs. Baylor Nov. 7, Auburn officially became the longest stop in Bruce Pearl’s illustrious coaching career. “You can say...

    2 Tigers hit 1,000 to lead Auburn in 82-62 win over Alabama State

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    AUBURN, Ala. – K.D. Johnson and Jaylin Williams both reached the 1,000-point milestone, and Auburn made it 50 straight non-conference home wins under head coach Bruce Pearl with an 82-62 victory over Alabama State on Friday night. Johnson was first to hit 1,000 career points....

    Freeze Warning: Auburn lands top 10 class on NSD24

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Exceeding his goal of signing a top 10 class in his first full recruiting season, Auburn coach Hugh Freeze thanked the student-athletes who believed in his vision, and the coaches and staff who helped make it happen. "So many people pitch in,"...

    TROJAN TAKEOVER – Troy Athletics announces fan activities surrounding Birmingham Bowl

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    TROY, Ala. – Troy Football is making history with its Birmingham Bowl appearance as the back-to-back Sun Belt Conference champions are the first Sun Belt program to play a Power Five opponent in a bowl game. Troy is set to square off against Duke...

    ‘It’s an exciting day for our athletes’: Cullman City Schools breaks ground on new turf fields

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City School Board members, along with Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, joined Cullman High School administrators, coaches, players and others on Cullman High School’s Soccer Field Tuesday to celebrate the first steps of a project they’re all excited to see get underway....

    Auburn to play Maryland in TransPerfect Music City Bowl

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn will play the Maryland Terrapins of the Big Ten Conference in the 26th edition of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl this December 30 at 1 p.m. CST, bowl officials announced.The highly anticipated matchup will take place inside Nissan Stadium in downtown...

    Troy repeats as Sun Belt champions

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    TROY, Ala. – Just when you thought he couldn't do anymore, Kimani Vidal rushed for a Troy-record five touchdowns to lead the Trojans to their eighth Sun Belt Conference title with a 49-23 victory over App State on Saturday at The Vet in the Hercules Tires Sun...

    Alabama to play Michigan in College Football Playoff semifinal

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide will square off with the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines in the College Football Playoff Semifinal on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. The contest is slated to kick off at 4...

    Wallace State Volleyball, Cross Country wrap up seasons at NJCAA national championships

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State’s and Volleyball Cross Country Cross Country teams each ended their seasons with a lot to be proud of as the volleyball team advanced in the national tournament further than they ever have before and runners on both the men’s...

    Troy runs win streak to 9, will host SBC Championship Game

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    HATTIESBURG, Miss. – Troy locked up its second straight 10-win regular season Saturday with a 35-17 victory at Southern Miss in Sun Belt action at M.M. Roberts Stadium. With the victory, Troy will host the 2023 Hercules Tires Sun Belt Championship Game for a second...

    The Kick Six, 10 years later: ‘A great moment for Auburn’

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Chris Davis was convinced the 2013 Iron Bowl was headed to overtime, even as he stood near the back of the end zone one second away from making history. “I knew he was going to miss the kick, but I thought it...

    Auburn to host SEC Nation Presented by Regions for Iron Bowl

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    SEC Network's weekly, traveling pre-game show, SEC Nation Presented by Regions, closes out the regular season with an Iron Bowl battle, as No. 8 Alabama takes on Auburn in the 88th meeting of the Tide/Tigers tussle. The show will be live from the Wellness...

    Alabama coaching staff selects 7 Players of the Week following Chattanooga win

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama coaching staff named seven players of the week to eight spots following the Crimson Tide’s 66-10 win against Chattanooga last Saturday. Malik Benson and Robbie Ouzts on offense; Jihaad Campbell, Caleb Downs, Trezmen Marshall and Dallas Turner on defense; and...

    Troy runs win streak to 8, downs Louisiana on Senior Day

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    TROY, Ala. –Jabre Barber threw a 20-yard pass and pulled down the touchdown reception on Troy's game-winning drive in its 31-24 victory over Louisiana on Senior Day at The Vet in Sun Belt Conference action.The win puts Troy (9-2, 6-1 SBC) in prime position to...

    Cullman’s Lacey Johnson crowned 2024 Miss UAB

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The new Miss University of Alabama at Birmingham is senior Lacey Johnson, of Cullman. Nine students competed for the title in the Miss UAB Scholarship Competition on Nov. 12, in UAB’s Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center. The competition, presented by Student Involvement and Leadership,...

    Auburn’s Jalen McLeod, Keionte Scott earn SEC player of the week honors

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn's Jalen McLeod has been named Southeastern Conference defensive player of the week while Tiger teammate Keionte Scott earned weekly honors for special teams, the SEC announced Monday. In Auburn's 48-10 win Saturday at Arkansas, McLeod, a junior jack linebacker, became the first Tiger to record three sacks...

    Alabama coaching staff selects 10 Players of the Week following Kentucky win

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama coaching staff named 10 players of the week following the Crimson Tide's 49-21 win at Kentucky last Saturday. Malik Benson, Isaiah Bond, Jalen Hale, Kendrick Law and Kobe Prentice on offense; Chris Braswell, Jihaad Campbell and Jaheim Oatis on defense; and James Burnip and Jam Miller on special teams were all selected for their efforts...

    WSCC Dental Hygiene students showcase clinical research presentations

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students in the Wallace State Community College Dental Hygiene program recently showcased their clinical research presentations in the Bailey Center Auditorium. After months of preparation and research, the students were able to display their hard work to an audience of peers...

    Newcomers lead Auburn to 102-66 exhibition win over AUM

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    AUBURN, Ala. – With a trio of first-year Tigers combining for 47 points, Auburn tuned up for its season opener by defeating Auburn-Montgomery 102-66 Wednesday in an exhibition at Neville Arena. Denver Jones made four 3-pointers and led Auburn with 18 points, Chad Baker-Mazara went 9-for-9 from the free-throw...

    Wallace State Volleyball competing for ACCC Championship this weekend

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Volleyball will compete for a 14th conference title in 15 seasons and 24th overall in the Alabama Community College Conference/National Junior College Gulf South District Tournament this weekend in Mobile. Standing in first place in the North Division, the Lions’ first...

    Wallace State Cross Country teams win repeat conference championships

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State men’s and women’s cross country teams each won their sixth consecutive Alabama Community College Conference championships Friday at John Hunt Cross Country Park in Huntsville. The men had seven runners in the top 10, finishing 23 points ahead of...

    Auburn’s Gunner Britton, Connor Lew earn SEC weekly honors

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    AUBURN, Ala. – For the second time this season, Auburn's Gunner Britton has been named Southeastern Conference Offensive Lineman of the Week while fellow O-lineman Connor Lew earned SEC Freshman of the Week honors, the SEC announced Monday. In Auburn's 27-13 win over Mississippi State Saturday, Britton and Lew helped the...

    Alabama claims Steelwood collegiate team championship

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    LOXLEY, Ala. – For the second time in as many tournaments, the Alabama men's golf team will come away with the team trophy. After winning the Hamptons Intercollegiate to begin the month of October, the Crimson Tide closed the fall season Sunday afternoon by capturing...

    Wallace State Theatre making Shakespeare sing

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    Carley Cofield, left, Jairus Williams and Yvonne Wakaimba practice choreography for the Wallace State Theatre’s upcoming production of “Shakespeare Sings: The Tempest,” which combines modern music with classic literature. “Shakespeare Sings: The Tempest” will be shown Nov. 3-5 in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre...

    WSCC Alumni accepting reservations for “To Kill a Mockingbird” performance

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association is accepting reservations for a planned trip to Huntsville to see Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird.” The group will attend a matinee showing on Feb. 17 at the Von Braun Civic Center in Huntsville. Best...

    Alabama coaching staff names 8 Players of the Week after Tennessee victory

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama coaching staff selected eight players of the week following the Crimson Tide's 34-20 win against then-No. 17/15 Tennessee last Saturday. Jase McClellan and Jaeden Roberts on offense; Chris Braswell, Jihaad Campbell, Justin Eboigbe and Deontae Lawson on defense; and Jam Miller and Will Reichard on special teams were all named for their efforts against...

    UAB Suffers 45-21 defeat to Memphis in Battle For The Bones

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala.– Memphis outscored UAB 24-0 in the second half and earned a 45-21 victory over the Blazers on Saturday afternoon at Protective Stadium. UAB (2-6, 1-3 AAC) put up 381 yards of total offense, but only managed 49 after time. Memphis (5-2, 2-1 AAC)...

    1993 Auburn Tigers reunite to celebrate unbeaten season

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    AUBURN, Ala. – As the state’s top high school recruit in the class of 1993, offensive lineman Willie Anderson chose Auburn over Alabama despite the Tigers coming off consecutive non-winning seasons while their in-state rival had just won the national championship. “I wanted to be...

    Wallace State Volleyball, Cross Country move up in polls

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Volleyball has moved up to first place in the North division of the Alabama Community College Conference rankings and up to 14 in the National Junior College Athletic Association poll. The Lions have a 31-3 overall record for...

    MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: CMS 7th grade downs Hartselle 12-0 to win Tennessee Valley Championship, cap perfect season

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – After wrapping up an undefeated regular season against Arab last week, the Cullman Bearcats returned home Tuesday night to host this year’s Tennessee Valley League seventh grade championship game and the ‘Cats took down Hartselle 12-0 to claim the league title...

    Fairview’s Guyton named GSC Special Teams Player of the Week

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Gulf South Conference released on Monday morning its weekly award winners for football. The University of West Alabama garnered two winners, as Davonta Jackson and Elijah Guyton were recognized. Jackson was tabbed the GSC Defensive Player of the Week, while Guyton was announced as the Special...

    Alabama coaching staff selects 6 Players of the Week following Arkansas win

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama coaching staff named 6 players of the week following the Crimson Tide's 24-21 win against Arkansas last Saturday. JC Latham, Amari Niblack and Kobe Prentice on offense; Justin Eboigbe on defense; and James Burnip and Quandarrius Robinson on special teams were all selected for their efforts against the Razorbacks. OFFENSE JC Latham Anchored an...

    Brown Jr. and Zeno lead UAB football past South Florida, 56-35

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Running back Jermaine Brown Jr. and quarterback Jacob Zeno each accounted for four touchdowns as the UAB football team routed South Florida 56-35 for its first AAC victory on Saturday afternoon at Protective Stadium. Brown Jr. tallied his ninth career 100-yard rushing...

    Cullman’s Abby Sosa competing for Miss UA title Oct. 7

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Sixteen students will compete for the title of Miss University of Alabama at the Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa on Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. The Miss UA competition is an official preliminary event for Miss Alabama in the Miss America organization. This...

    Crimson Tide in the NFL Spotlight: Week 3

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    Former Alabama players make an impact in Week 3 of NFL season TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The National Football League concluded Week 3 of the regular season Monday evening. Below is a look at how former Alabama players performed on the gridiron last week. Tua Tagovailoa was efficient...

    Bailey Keef named to Mississippi College Volleyball Team

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    CLINTON, MS (09/21/2023)-- Bailey Keef of Good Hope, has been named to the 2023 Mississippi College Volleyball Team. Mississippi College congratulates the student athletes who were named to the Choctaws Volleyball team for the 2023 season. The Choctaws are led by sixth-year head coach, Shawna...

    WSCC Cross Country teams ranked 7th in national preseason poll

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s men’s and women’s cross country teams both are ranked No. 7 nationally in the 2023 NJCAA DII preseason polls by the U.S. Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association coaches poll. The women’s team finished fifth in...

    St. Bernard’s Burrows named to UA Early College summer 2023 Director’s List

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 385 students enrolled in UA Early College during summer semester 2023 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...

    9 area students earn degrees from University of Alabama

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    President’s, Dean’s Lists announced TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Some 1,257 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama's summer 2023 commencement at Coleman Coliseum in August. Area students who graduated include: Michael Chandler of Vinemont received a Bachelor of Science in Commerce & Business AdministrationNatalie Conlon of Crane...

    Cullman’s Kayden Cleckler joins Troy University ‘Sound of the South’ marching band

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    TROY, Ala. - Troy University is proud to recognize new members of the "Sound of the South" marching band who joined during the fall 2023 semester. Local students who joined the Sound of the South: Kayden Cleckler of Cullman About Troy University Troy University is a public,...

    Spring trip to Washington, D.C., planned with WSCC Alumni Association

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Springtime is a wonderful time to visit Washington, D.C., and the Wallace State Alumni Association is planning a trip for early April 2024. The six-night, seven-day journey is jam packed with visits to many of the favorite tourist destinations in and...

    Zeno sets school record in UAB’s 35-6 win over North Carolina A&T

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Quarterback Jacob Zeno set a school record with 38 pass completions to lead the UAB football team past North Carolina A&T 35-6 on Thursday night at Protective Stadium. Zeno was 38-of-41 overall for 291 yards and three touchdowns. He surpassed the previous record...

    3 local Troy University students study abroad during 2022-23 school year

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    TROY, Ala. - More than 200 Troy University students studied around the world during the 2022-23 school year. Students studied in various programs on five continents in nearly 20 different countries to earn academic credit as well gain international awareness. Local students who studied abroad...

    Auburn Sports Network analyst Jason Campbell ‘excited about the opportunity’

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    AUBURN, Ala. – After providing pregame and halftime coverage for seven seasons, Jason Campbell joins Andy Burcham for a new assignment Saturday in the Jordan-Hare Stadium press box, only the third radio analyst in the past 44 seasons of Auburn football."I'm excited about the opportunity," said...

    Lions drop competitive bout with nationally-ranked Mercer at FCS Kickoff

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. (August 26, 2023) – A competitive game against a nationally-ranked opponent opened the Brent Dearmon era and the United Athletic Conference era of North Alabama Football on Saturday, as the Lions fell to No. 20 Mercer by a 17-7 final at the...

    Meet the Coaches: Auburn running backs coach Carnell Williams

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Locked into the moment, Carnell Williams failed to realize the impact of his four-game stint as Auburn’s interim head coach until after the 2022 season. “You have tunnel vision, so you don’t have time to reflect on what you’re doing,” said Williams, who...

    5 Auburn Tigers voted to Preseason Coaches All-SEC Football Team

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Five Auburn Tigers, representing offense, defense and special teams, earned recognition on the 2023 Preseason Coaches All-Southeastern Conference Football Team, the SEC announced Tuesday. Running back Jarquez Hunter, tight end Luke Deal, offensive lineman Kam Stutts, defensive back Nehemiah Pritchett and punter...

    Wallace State to host grand opening of Centers for Welding and Innovation

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host a grand opening for its Center for Welding Technology and Innovation Center on Monday, Aug. 21, at 10 a.m. Several capital investment projects will also be announced as part of the festivities. “We are excited to...

    Auburn scrimmages, hosts lettermen, Fan Day

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Three weeks out from Kickoff on The Plains, Auburn scrimmaged Saturday morning at Jordan-Hare Stadium before mingling with fans and signing autographs in the afternoon. While no statistics were released, Auburn shared a video on social media of Damari Alston's long touchdown...

    Wallace State student 1st to earn 4.0 GPA in UAB/WSCC Joint Enrollment program

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  For the first time since the UAB/WSCC Joint Enrollment program began, a student has graduated with a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) from both Wallace State Community College and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Recent graduate Judith “Judy” Jackson accomplished this...

    The Caring Foundation supports that Wallace State smile

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announces receipt of a grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and The Caring Foundation for the Dental Clinic run by the college’s Dental health programs. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and The Caring Foundation’s mission...

    Recapping Week 1 of UAB Football Fall Camp

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The UAB football team begins its second week of fall camp on Monday night with just 24 days remaining until hosting North Carolina A&T at Protective Stadium on Aug. 31. WEEK 1 RECAP: Jermaine Brown Jr. has received all the preseason accolades (deservedly...

    Auburn University announces fans can roll two Auburn Oaks at Toomer’s Corner this fall

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    AUBURN, Ala. – For the first time in several years, the famed Auburn Oaks at Toomer’s Corner are again ready to roll. The decision to allow rolling of the large oaks was made recently after years of Auburn University asking fans to hold off on doing...

    Auburn ‘impossible to turn down’ for pitching coach Everett Teaford

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Weighing 140 pounds when his college baseball career began, Everett Teaford's name was not found on lists of major league prospects but that didn't stop him from pitching in the big leagues. "I've been the underdog," said Teaford, who played parts of...

    Troy legend DeMarcus Ware enshrined in Pro Football Hall of Fame

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    CANTON, Ohio – Troy great DeMarcus Ware was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday at Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio. Ware becomes the first Troy player in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, just the 16th from an Alabama high...

    WSCC celebrates Dental Assisting Class of 2023

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Family and friends gathered on Monday, July 31, 2023, to watch as students from the Wallace State Community College Dental Assisting program walked across the stage of the James Bailey Center Auditorium, marking their successful completion of the program that has...

    More than 40 graduate WSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant program

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 40 students were recognized Tuesday, Aug.  1, 2023, for successfully completing the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program at Wallace State Community College. “I would like to commend you all in your commitment in obtaining your dreams to pursue a degree...

    Auburn kicks off preseason camp: ‘Behave as a champion’

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    AUBURN, Ala. – With names on the back of jerseys so coaches can quickly discern who's who, the new-look Auburn Tigers kicked off preseason camp Thursday, the first at the new Woltosz Football Performance Center. "We're excited to see how we handle all the mental...

    Former Alabama standout Lee Hodges earns 1st career PGA Tour victory, claiming the 3M Open Championship

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    BLAINE, Minn. – Former Alabama men's golf standout Lee Hodges claimed his first career PGA Tour victory, capturing the 3M Open title Sunday at the TPC Twin Cities with a winning score of 260 (63-64-66-67). Hodges, who won the event by seven strokes, led wire-to-wire...

    2 WSCC alums sign with MLB teams during 2023 Draft

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Baseball added two more names to Major League Baseball rosters when former Lion stars Colson Lawrence and Will Varmette were drafted in the 2023 MLB Draft. “It's always exciting when our players at Wallace State get the opportunity to play...

    2 WSCC athletics teams receive NJCAA Academic Team of the Year honors

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s Men’s Tennis and Volleyball teams each were recognized by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) as 2022-2023 Academic Teams of the Year. Both were recognized as having the highest GPA in their respective sport throughout the...

    Wallace State signs MOU with Auburn University

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College and Auburn University recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) establishing a bachelor of science pathway for Wallace State students transferring to Auburn University’s College of Agriculture.  “I am excited about this signing agreement between Auburn and Wallace...

    Cullman’s Sosa wins scholarship during Miss Alabama competition

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Two UA students placed in the Top 5 at the Miss Alabama pageant held June 28 through July 1. Ibby Dickson was named second runner-up and Hannah Adams was named third runner-up during the final night of competition. Their placement in the...

    Alabama Football Fan Day returns to Bryant-Denny Stadium Aug. 5

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama football team's Fan Day will return on Saturday, Aug. 5 with a free open practice in Bryant-Denny Stadium from 2:30-4:30 p.m. CT. Following the open practice, a team autograph session will be held on the field exclusively for members...

    Meet the Coaches: Auburn defensive coordinator Ron Roberts

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    AUBURN, Ala. – A college head coach for 11 seasons, Auburn defensive coordinator Ron Roberts knows firsthand the value of loyal lieutenants. “There are things you want to keep off the head coach’s desk,” Roberts said. “He’s got a lot of his own things to...

    Wallace State hosting open house for Oneonta Nursing classes

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Oneonta center announces it will hold an open house for those interested in seeing where Nursing classes will be held at the Academic Center and those wishing to know more about the program. The open house will...

    Alabama’s Jim Wells Selected to ABCA Hall of Fame Class for 2024

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Former Alabama head baseball coach Jim Wells was selected to the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame as part of the 2024 Class, the ABCA announced on Wednesday morning. Wells, who is the first ABCA Hall of Fame inductee in Alabama program...