Albemarle requests nominations for Walk of Fame

Published 1:46 pm Sunday, February 1, 2026

ALBEMARLE — Albemarle is seeking public input as the city opens nominations for its Walk of Fame ceremonial program.

The honor recognizes current or former city residents who have made a lasting impact on the community through work and service. Nominations for the Albemarle Walk of Fame are open and will be accepted through April 30 at albemarlenc.gov/walkoffame.

On an annual basis, the program will honor individuals who have achieved national, regional or local recognition and have made substantial civic contributions through their careers, lifetime achievements or volunteer service.

Eligible nominees must be current or former Albemarle residents and may be recognized for accomplishments in fields such as humanitarian work, entertainment, civic leadership, arts, sports, military service, literature or business.

Inductees are commemorated with 24-inch bronze medallions embedded in the sidewalk in front of Albemarle City Hall on Second Street, serving as a permanent public tribute to their achievements and service.

After more than three years of discussion, the Albemarle City Council unanimously voted last year to establish the annual Walk of Fame, approving recommendations from the Walk of Fame Advisory Board.

“The Walk of Fame is an opportunity to celebrate the outstanding individuals who have shaped Albemarle and left a legacy of excellence in various fields,” Mayor Ronnie Michael said after city council approval. “Our city’s history is filled with examples of people who made an impact on our city, state and country through their life’s work.”

While online nomination forms are available on the city’s website, paper forms may also be picked up and submitted at the customer service area inside Albemarle City Hall. Completed nomination forms and supporting materials can be submitted to the city clerk’s office by mail, in person or by email.

Nominees are reviewed by the Walk of Fame Advisory Board, a committee appointed by the Albemarle City Council. The board submits its recommended inductees to the council, which grants final approval.

Along with establishing the program, the city council retroactively set Jan. 1, 2025, as the start date for the initial three-year terms of advisory board members Louisa Jane, Judy Holcombe, Foster Parker, Courtney Brown and Bob Johnson.

According to the program’s timeline, nominations are accepted from Jan. 1 through April 30, followed by a nominee review and a subsequent city council presentation. Event preparations and medallion ordering are scheduled during the summer, with the Walk of Fame ceremony planned for October.