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Decatur Paddle Battle Set to Serve Up Pickleball Action and Community Fun
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:Ed CarrPhone: 575-551-4153Email:bumpercarr1973@yahoo.comDecatur Paddle Battle Set to Serve Up Pickleball Action and Community FunPresented by the Decatur Daybreak Rotary ClubTournament Operations by Southern PickleballMadison, Alabama — April 16, 2025 – Pickleball passion is about to ignite at the inaugural Decatur Paddle Battle, proudly sponsored by the Decatur Daybreak Rotary Club and professionally run by Southern Pickleball. This exciting community tournament will bring
The Art of First Impressions: What Belongs in Your Digital Welcome Kit
When someone agrees to work with a new business, there's a moment of subtle anticipation—on both sides. It's not just about the product or service anymore; it's about experience, tone, and trust. That's where a digital welcome kit becomes more than a polite gesture. It's the starting point for a relationship, an opportunity to set expectations, and a signal that professionalism meets personality from the very first exchange. Lead With a Personalized Welcome Letter Before diving into links, logistics, or
Calhoun Announces Soccer Tryouts for First-Ever Soccer Team!
Calhoun Community College is making history by launching its first-ever soccer team, and the search for top talent begins now! The college is hosting a Prospect Tryouts Camp for student-athletes eager to be part of the inaugural 2025 season.This free tryout event is open to current eligible high school seniors and college students, giving athletes a chance to demonstrate their skills in front of Calhoun’s coaching staff.The tryouts will take place at the Jack Allen Soccer Complex, located at 2616 Modaus Rd
Calhoun's Back to The Roots Jazz Concert Brings Delfeayo Marsalis And The Uptown Jazz Orchestra to Decatur
Get ready to experience the electrifying rhythms and soul-stirring sounds of New Orleans jazz as Calhoun Community College proudly presents the Back to the Roots Jazz Festival featuring internationally acclaimed trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra. This free event will take place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, beginning at 11 a.m., with an unforgettable finale concert at 7 p.m. The Marsalis family is legendary in the jazz world, and Delfeayo continues to uphold their rich musical
Daikin Donates $20,000 to Fund Full-Ride Scholarships for Future Process Industrial Controls Technicians at Calhoun
In a powerful commitment to workforce development, Daikin America, Inc. has donated $20,000 to fully fund four scholarships for individuals who wish to pursue careers as Process Industrial Controls Technicians through Calhoun Community College’s EPIC (Excellence in Process Industrial Controls) program. These full-ride scholarships will provide selected individuals with a tuition-free path to earning an Associate of Applied Science degree in Process Technology while also gaining two years of paid, hands-on
Joe Wheeler EMC Opens Solar Installation
Trinity, AL Dec. 11 – Joe Wheeler EMC (JWEMC) is excited to announce the opening of its first solar installation in partnership with Peak Solarworks, LLC. This innovative project will generate clean, renewable energy directly into the JWEMC grid, offering cost savings and supporting sustainable energy efforts. The seven-acre facility, located at the intersection of County Road 222 and Cooperage Way, sits directly across from the new First Solar manufacturing facility and exclusively uses American-made
Winning Strategies for Small Businesses to Overcome Financial Hurdles
In an era where economic fluctuations are the norm, small businesses must adopt resilient strategies to thrive. The unpredictability of the market demands a proactive approach to ensure stability and growth. By focusing on strategic planning and resource optimization, small business owners can transform potential threats into opportunities. This article explores practical measures that can fortify your business against economic downturns, ensuring not just survival but also long-term success.Streamline
Alabama Center for the Arts to Host Writers' Series Event
Decatur, AL – The Alabama Center for the Arts invites you to join them on May 2 at 6:00 pm for a special ACA Writers’ Series Event featuring Jennifer Horne and Jeanie Thompson, two University of Alabama Press authors as they compare notes on their writing projects about singular Alabama women. They will discuss their journey as authors celebrating women of distinction who both lead colorful, but often lonely, lives. Guests are invited to join the discussion with questions and comments. Jennifer Horne (of
Calhoun Community College Announces Jazz Festival
Decatur, Alabama - April 13, 2024 - Calhoun Community College's Music Department is excited to present the 2024 ACA Jazz Festival, titled "Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans," on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) located at 133 2nd Ave NE and at the historic Princess Theatre located at 112 2nd Ave NE, both in downtown Decatur. The festival will showcase a spectacular lineup of renowned musicians, offering a full day of live performances, educational clinics, and
