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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
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
FUN Media Group Announces Partnership with Priceville High School Sports
The FUN Media Group is proud to announce a brand new partnership with Priceville High School sports! FUN Radio, 104.9 FM and funradioal.com, serving the greater Decatur / Madison area, is now the flagship station for Priceville Bulldog football and basketball beginning in this fall. "It's an exciting time for our company; the city of Priceville and the Priceville Bulldog community. Our FUN 104.9 FM frequency originates from the heart of Priceville. I firmly believe that Priceville High School, under
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
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
