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GOODMAN, Miss. — Holmes Community College Goodman Campus has announced its 2026 Who’s Who recipients, including Mr. and Miss Holmes and Class Favorites.
Named Mr. and Miss Holmes are Cameron Armstrong of Flowood and Lennie Kate Wood of Winona. Class Favorites include Class Favorites include Diana Garcia of Kosciusko, Laiya Harmon of Kosciusko, Lillie Kate Jones of Winona, Lawson Nichols of Benton, Harley Grace Rayburn of West, Caden Smith of Ackerman, Alli Sparks of Kosciusko and Hannah Stanley of Winona.
Mr. Holmes Ridgeland Cameron Armstrong
Armstrong, the son of of Krupa and Cario Armstrong, is a biological science (premed) major on the Goodman Campus. A President’s List scholar, he is involved in Connection! and the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Upon graduation from Holmes, he plans to transfer to the University of Mississippi to become an orthopedic surgeon.
Miss Holmes Ridgeland Lennie Kate Wood
Wood, the daughter of Laura and Ryan Wood, is a biological science (premed) major. She has been recognized as a member of the NJCAA Academic Team and the MACCC All-Academic Team. Wood is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and the Holmes softball team. She is actively involved in community service through youth softball camps and local disaster relief efforts. She was also inducted into the Holmes Hall of Fame. After Holmes, Wood plans to attend the University of Mississippi to pursue a degree in biological medical sciences before continuing to medical school.
Class Favorite Diana Garcia
Garcia, the daughter of Hermelinda and Jose Garcia, is a pre-radiological sciences major who has served as MOSAIC community service chairperson. She is active as a Holmes Ambassador, Phi Theta Kappa member, Student Government Association member and MOSAIC tutor, as well. She is also known for volunteering her time to assist non-English speakers by translating medical appointments and important documents. Upon graduation, Garcia plans to attend the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s radiology program.
Class Favorite Laiya Harmon
Harmon, daughter of Alicia and Randy Fuller and the late Linear Harmon, is a pre-radiologic sciences major. At Holmes, she serves as an Ambassador and is active in MOSAIC, the Content Creators Club and the Student Government Association. She has earned both President’s List and Dean’s List honors. Off campus, Harmon participates with the Attala County National Council of Negro Women. She plans to attend the University of Mississippi Medical Center to pursue a bachelor’s degree in radiologic sciences.
Class Favorite Lillie Kate Jones
Jones is the daughter of Cindy and Shane Jones. A pre-medical major, she is a member of the HCC Cheerleading squad. Following her time at Holmes, she plans to pursue a nursing degree. She is active in her community as a member of Kilmichael Baptist Church and an employee at Vaiden Farm Supply. During her time at Holmes, she was also named 2025 Holmes Most Beautiful.
Class Favorite Lawson Nichols
Nichols, son of Reann Nichols, is a secondary education English major. He has earned President’s List honors and serves as Phi Theta Kappa vice president of campus projects. A member of the Holmes cheer team, Nichols was named Most Valuable Freshman and has participated in numerous service activities through cheer and research initiatives focused on student mental wellness. He was also inducted into the 2026 Holmes Hall of Fame and named to Phi Theta Kappa All-Mississippi Second Team. Nichols plans to attend the University of Southern Mississippi to continue his cheerleading career while earning a bachelor’s degree in English education.
Class Favorite Harley Grace Rayburn
Rayburn, daughter of Stephanie and Brian Rayburn, is a pre-med major. She is active on campus as an Ambassador, member of the Student Government Association, Phi Theta Kappa and leader of the Content Creators Club. After Holmes, Rayburn plans to attend the University of Mississippi and pursue a career in pediatric oncology. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, painting, hunting, fishing, riding four wheelers, participating in intramural sports and listening to music.
Class Favorite Caden Smith
Smith, the son of Carrie and Rodney Smith, Sr., is a pre-radiologic sciences major. He is active on campus as a Holmes cheerleader and upon graduation, plans to continue cheering while he furthers his education.
Class Favorite Alli Sparks
Sparks, the daughter of Courtney and Sonny Sparks, is a secondary education – science major. At Holmes, she is active as an HCC Cheerleader and a member of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society. She was also named a Beauty in the 2026 Parade of Beauties. Sparks plans to complete her associate degree at Holmes before transferring to Mississippi State University, where she will pursue both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in secondary education, with the goal of teaching high school science.
Class Favorite Hannah Stanley
Stanley, daughter of Leanne and James Woodall, is a sociology/social work major. Stanley is active on campus as an Ambassador, member of the Student Government Association, vice president of Honors in Action for Phi Theta Kappa and leader of the Content Creators Club. She is also part of the Social Science Honors Class and was voted Student Body Maid for Homecoming 2025. After Holmes, she plans to transfer to the University of Mississippi to pursue a bachelor’s and master’s in social work. Her ultimate goal is to become a high school guidance counselor. Outside of academics, she enjoys playing tennis, painting and spending time with friends and family. Stanley is also a member of Abundant Life Pentecostal Church of God, where she serves on the worship team and volunteers regularly.
Holmes Community College is committed to recognizing student achievement and leadership through programs like Who’s Who, which highlight academic excellence, campus involvement and service.
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