Miss Wallace State Anna Kate Taylor Competing at Miss Alabama

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College is being represented this week at the Miss Alabama competition by sophomore Anna Kate Taylor.

Taylor, 19, is a general studies major from West Point with plans to transfer to a university to pursue a degree in public relations and a career in sports media. She is the daughter of Jennifer and Chuck Ray.

“It’s been such an incredible honor to represent Wallace State Community College as Miss Wallace State,” Taylor said. “Wallace State has provided me with so many opportunities to grow as a student, leader, and young adult. I am grateful for the support and encouragement I have received throughout this journey. Carrying the Wallace State name on the Miss Alabama stage is something I am truly proud of.”

“Anna Kate is an outstanding representative of Wallace State,” said Kristen Holmes, Vice President for Students. “We’re cheering her on and wish her all the best at Miss Alabama.”

“It’s been a joy to work with Anna Kate this year,” said Candice Fomby, sponsor of Miss Wallace State. “She embodies the spirit, talent, and determination that has been so important to the success of candidates for Miss Alabama.”

During the week of competition, Taylor has completed the interview, onstage question, and health and fitness portions. She will compete in the talent and Rising Star portions Thursday evening, followed by the evening gown competition Friday.

A member of the Wallace State Singers, Concert Choir, and Pride Line dance team, Taylor will perform “California Dreamin’” in the talent competition.

Her community service initiative is “Voices of Tomorrow: Empowering Alabama’s Young Voters.” Taylor said she chose this platform to educate and empower the next generation of voters.

The top 13 competitors will be announced Saturday during the final night of competition, when the new Miss Alabama will be crowned. The winner will represent the state in the Miss America competition.

Competitions are being held at the Leslie S. Wright Fine Arts Center at Samford University at 7 p.m. through Friday. Tickets are available at www.missalabama.com.

The Miss Wallace State competition is open to students ages 18–28 who are enrolled in at least six credit hours at Wallace State. For more information, contact Candice Fomby at 256.352.8050 or candice.fomby@wallacestate.edu.

The summer semester is underway, with registration still available for Mini Term II classes that begin July 2. Registration is also open for the fall 2026 semester, with classes beginning Aug. 17. Visit www.wallacestate.edu for more information, call 256.352.8236, or email lioncentral@wallacestate.edu.

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About Wallace State

Wallace State Community College (Ala.), a member of the Alabama Community College System, is a comprehensive community college in north central Alabama offering more than 200 options in academic, health and technical programs of study leading to an associate degree, certificate or transfer, as well as workforce-credit training and adult education. An Achieving the Dream Leader College, nationally recognized by the Aspen Institute as a Rising Star for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, ranked by Southern Business and Development among the Top 3 institutions in the South for workforce development, named a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing and the National Security Administration, rated the Top Online Community College in Alabama, a Military Friendly Institution and an All-Steinway School, Wallace State is an outstanding place for students to pursue their education and career goals. Classes are offered online and on campus, day, evening and on weekends, with numerous start dates each year. Visit Wallace State’s beautiful main campus located on 300-acres in Hanceville, Ala., our satellite location in downtown Oneonta, Ala., find us online at www.wallacestate.edu, or call 256.352.8000.