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Calhoun Announces 2025 Summer Camps Schedule
Calhoun Community College is excited to announce its 2025 summer camps schedule, offering a wide variety of engaging, hands-on learning opportunities for individuals ranging from elementary school students to adults. With camps focused on everything from cybersecurity and welding to athletics, automotive technology, Legos, and theatre, there is something for every age group and interest. “Each year, our summer camps provide an incredible opportunity for students to explore careers, strengthen skills, and
Cybersecurity Isn't Optional Anymore: A Hard-Earned Guide for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
Running a business is hard enough without needing to become an amateur IT expert on top of it, but today's entrepreneurs do not get to skip out on cybersecurity. Whether you are launching a food truck or managing a fifty-person creative agency, the risks are very real and the costs of ignorance are only getting higher. It is not just about protecting yourself from shady hackers hunched over keyboards in dark basements either, it is about safeguarding every relationship, every invoice, every carefully
Calhoun Partners with Alabama DHR to Offer Summer Employment Opportunities for Local Youth
Calhoun Community College, in collaboration with the Alabama Community College System and the Department of Human Resources (DHR), is proud to announce its continued participation in the DHR Summer Youth Program, offering exciting paid summer employment opportunities for local youth. From June 1 to July 31, participants can work up to 20 hours per week and earn up to $12 per hour.This is Calhoun’s second consecutive year participating in the program, following a successful inaugural year in 2024. Building
Calhoun Kicks off 2025 Graduation Activities
As the academic year draws to a close, Calhoun Community College is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of its students during the 2025 commencement season. This year’s graduation ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Propst Arena inside the Von Braun Center (VBC) in downtown Huntsville. For those unable to attend in person, the event will be livestreamed on the college’s homepage at www.calhoun.edu. According to the college’s Office of Admissions, 2,858
The Real Art of Merging Digital and Physical Marketing for Small Businesses
Running a small business today means juggling two very different worlds at once. You have your storefronts and sidewalks, your mailers and open houses, right alongside hashtags, newsletters, and Google reviews. Many owners are told they need to choose where to focus, but in reality, the smartest approach is learning how to let both sides feed each other. It is less about throwing a wide net and more about weaving a net that is strong and personal enough to catch attention. Let Your Space Tell a Digital
Calhoun Students Sweep Statewide Competition Bringing Home Over 75 Medals And Top Honors
Calhoun Community College is proud to celebrate an extraordinary performance at the 2025 SkillsUSA Alabama State Leadership and Skills Conference in Mobile, where students brought home an impressive 76 medals and multiple chapter awards. A total of 96 students competed in 37 different events, showcasing their technical skill, leadership, and career readiness. Their efforts earned 35 Gold, 25 Silver, and 16 Bronze medals, propelling Calhoun to one of the top-performing colleges in the state. In addition
Decatur Banker David Lively Joins River Bank & Trust
North Alabama Region President Ashton Dement is pleased to announce that Decatur banker David Lively has joined River Bank & Trust. He will serve as Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager, helping neighbors and businesses throughout the area reach their financial goals. "In David, we have a strong banker with 22 years of experience and a genuine commitment to helping clients succeed," says Ashton. "He is a great addition to our team, and his insight will be invaluable to our customers and
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
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
Athens State University Names Dr. Catherine Wehlburg as 39th President
The Athens State University Board of Trustees has named Dr. Catherine M. Wehlburg as the 39th president of Athens State University. This appointment marks the third woman to be named as a permanent president – the first in almost a century. Wehlburg succeeds Dr. Philip Way and has served as Interim President since January 2023. She originally joined the Athens State team in June 2021 as the University’s Provost. Dr. Wehlburg received her B.S. in Psychology and her M.Ed. and Ph.D. in Educational
Calhoun Grad Earns Dual Nursing Degree through UAH Partnership
As the spring semester draws to a close at Calhoun Community College, Kehinde Oyediran stands on the brink of a significant milestone. Among the graduating students who will soon walk across the stage during the college’s commencement ceremony, Oyediran's journey is particularly inspiring. Not only will he receive his associate's degree in Nursing from the college, but he also recently attained his bachelor's degree in nursing from The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) through the college’s
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
The Calhoun Foundation names Kim Lewis as new Board President
The Calhoun College Foundation is pleased to announce that Kim Lewis has been named President of the Foundation’s Board of Directors. Making history as the first African American to serve in this role, Lewis will succeed outgoing President, Rex Cheatham. “On behalf of Calhoun Community College and the foundation’s board of directors, we appreciate Rex for his leadership and direction of the foundation while serving during a difficult time, such as the COVID-19 pandemic,” commented Johnette Davis, Calhoun
Decatur Renasant team grows with city
Renasant is proud to share that the Decatur banking and lending team is growing. Recently, Tim Lovelace was named Northwest Alabama Division President; Charlotte Gregory was named Decatur Market President; Melissa Nichols was named Vice President, Private Banking; and Seddrick Williams was named Assistant Vice President, Commercial Relationship Officer. “We are happy to announce expanded roles for several of our long term team members who have been foundational in the growth and leadership of our bank
