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    CCSO to host 1-day Citizens’ Academy April 6

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will host the next class of its popular Citizen’s Academy on April 6, with firearm training on April 13.  Sheriff Matt Gentry said one of his visions when he took office in January 2015 was to...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrest roundup Feb. 29 Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the west side of the city of Cullman. The driver of the vehicle allegedly refused to stop and continued traveling toward the West Point community. The vehicle was ultimately stopped in...

    Cullman City Schools Job Fair set for March 21

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Looking for a job where you can be the professional you want to be? Cullman City Schools is hosting a job fair at Cullman High School on March 21 for applicants interested in several different fields across the district.The system is...

    Cullman City Council paves way for new business, looks to grow 2 parks

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved a 10-year tax abatement for “Project Flex,” described by the council as a medical research equipment company. The company plans to make a $50,000 capital investment, and will receive an exemption from City...

    ALDOT responds to clear I-65 following crash in Cullman County

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    A Friday morning crash involving a commercial vehicle on I-65 close to mile marker 313, near Vinemont in Cullman County, left a tangled section of guardrail blocking the southbound lanes and approximately 50 gallons of diesel fuel spilled on the pavement.   An ALDOT crew...

    Severe storms with potential significant flooding risk today & Saturday

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    CLANTON, Ala. - Flood Watches will go into effect later today for much of state with a growing concern of significant flooding later this afternoon and Saturday morning. Across the northern half of the state, a large area of rain and thunderstorms will move into the western sections after 7 am...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last several days, including: Feb. 20 Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the city of Cullman. Justin Dwayne Turner, 41, of Hanceville, was identified as the driver.  A subsequent search of his vehicle...

    Crews continue to patch potholes on I-65 in Morgan County

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    The Alabama Department of Transportation is continuing work to fix numerous potholes that appeared on Alabama highways following January’s winter storm. Though patching operations may cause temporary delays for motorists, the repairs will help ensure smoother and safer travel. Paving operations on I-65 in Morgan...

    Alabama-Jacksonville State baseball game postponed

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama-Jacksonville State baseball game scheduled for this afternoon has been postponed due to the threat of inclement weather in the forecast. The teams were originally scheduled to play at 4 p.m. CT today at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. The game will be made up...

    ‘Tons of snuggles’

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    Stuffed animal reading pet adoption day at CCPS CULLMAN, Ala. - Storytime at Cullman City Primary School last week turned into a surprise pet adoption day for young students learning about the importance of reading through the children’s book "Madeline Finn and the Library Dog"...

    1st step toward Cullman Intermediate School

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    East, West Elementary hold combined professional development session CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is working toward its goal to eventually establish a combined intermediate school for all elementary students in grades three to five, and to make sure faculty and staff are fully aligned,...

    Cullman City Schools Numeracy Night set for tonight

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Primary and elementary parents seeking more information on what the Alabama Numeracy Act means for local schools can learn more on Wednesday, Feb. 28, at Cullman City Schools Numeracy Night, which will be hosted at Cullman High School in Tillman Hall...

    ALDOT performing drilling and testing on I-65 this week

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    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - In preparation for future resurfacing of Interstate 65 in Morgan County and parts of Limestone and Cullman counties, Alabama Department of Transportation crews are performing drilling and testing this week, weather permitting. Motorists are advised to expect intermittent lane closures from 8...

    Mail carrier finds deceased man in SW Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department is investigating after a mail carrier found a man deceased with a gunshot wound Monday, Feb. 26.  Chief David Nassetta said the call was in the 1600 block of Logan Street Southwest.  “The male was found by a mail carrier,...

    Cullman County Schools announces February Teacher, Staff Member of the Month

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    (Pictured with students are Adam Edmonson/Co-Op Coordinator, Dr. Shane Barnette/Cullman County School Superintendent, Tim Melton/AmFirst Teacher of the Month, Beverly Cochran/AmFirst Membership Development Manager, Angela Blair/AmFirst Regional Development Coordinator, Ava Burns/AmFirst Cullman Teller) Tim Melton has over 30 years experience in the automotive industry, and...

    Pedestrian struck, dog killed

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department confirmed that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at Sportsman Lake Road and U.S. Highway 31 around 6:50 p.m. Sunday. Chief David Nassetta said a female was hit as she tried to cross the road while walking her...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below is a roundup of some of the latest arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office. Feb. 15 Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Berlin community. Shawna Lashay Glasco, 45, of Cullman, was identified as the driver.  A subsequent search of the vehicle and...

    West Elementary PTA announces Bearcat Glow Bash

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    CULLMAN, Ala.- The parents involved in West Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA) are busy making plans for the school’s annual end of the year party for students. This year, however, the West Elementary PTA and East Elementary PTA have decided to join forces...

    Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff completes AASA National Superintendent Certification Program

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The superintendent of Cullman City Schools, Kyle Kallhoff, has successfully completed the AASA National Superintendent Certification Program administered by AASA, The School Superintendents Association. He is among more than 30 superintendents nationwide to successfully complete the program.Kallhoff was acknowledged in a...

    Cullman celebrates 36 years as Tree City USA

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    Poster winners recognized CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman’s 36th Tree City Dedication/Arbor Week Celebration ceremony was held Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, on the lawn of Cullman City Hall. Arbor Week Celebration The ceremony began with Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaiming the week of Feb.18-24, 2024, Arbor...

    CPD finds body of woman reported missing

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    Update: 12:42 p.m. The missing woman who was found deceased has been identified according to the Cullman Police Department. “The woman has been identified as Gloria Parker,” Nassetta said. “Her body will be sent to Alabama Department of Forensic Science for an autopsy to assist in...

    CCBOE recognizes talented art students

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County School Board held its monthly meeting on Feb. 15 and recognized two students who placed nationally in the Horace Mann Academic Planning Calendar Design competition. West Point Middle School student Aliana Riggs was named the national champion for...

    Cullman City Council names Brian Bradberry to new post: public safety director

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Feb. 19, suspended regular procedural rules to approve its first reading and ordinance to create the new city staff position of public safety director, and a few moments later passed a resolution to name...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has made several unrelated drug and felony arrests recently, including: Feb. 6 Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Berlin community. Justin Wayne Farr, 32, of Cullman, and Kinsey Nikole Burns, 20, of Cullman, were identified as passengers in the...

    2 waves of rain and potential severe weather today and Monday

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    CLANTON – Sunday 7:30 am, February 11, 2024 (Updated 8:15 AM, Sunday, February 11, 2024) Two waves of showers and thunderstorms will occur through Monday. An area of rain with a few thunderstorms concentrated around I-20 is forecast to weaken during the remainder of the morning.  From mid to late afternoon,...

    Hanceville City Council discusses pool, Rayford Talley Building, College Drive

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its Feb. 8 work session and meeting discussed the future of the city’s community pool, the use of the Rayford Talley Building by student athletes and the renaming of parts of College Drive.    To keep the...

    Cullman City Schools to host job fair March 21

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    CULLMAN, Ala.- Cullman City Schools will host a job fair in Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall on Thursday, March 21, from 3:30-5:30 p.m.  Department positions at each city school will be posted at the fair, including certified teachers, cafeteria workers, support personnel, clerical personnel and...

    Playground planners

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    Cullman students design inclusive playgrounds as part of STEM project CULLMAN, Ala. - What’s one of the best ways to get young students engaged in design and engineering concepts? Let them dream up something fun. That’s exactly the approach taken recently at East Elementary School,...

    CCSO asks for assistance locating stolen dump trucks

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is searching for stolen dump trucks that were taken from My-Way Transportation on Jan. 30. Sheriff Matt Gentry said they were taken after midnight. “The flatbed truck was on video in the area and is believed to be...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made five un-related arrests involving methamphetamine last week.  Jan. 29 Deputies arrested Darren Dimitrious Culver, 31, of Jackson, Alabama, on an outstanding failure to appear warrant stemming from an incident that occurred in January 2023.   Culver is charged...

    CDC bus missed accident just yards from school

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    VINEMONT, Ala. – Early Monday morning a two-car collision took place just outside of the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA), which caused one of the cars to hit a bus carrying students to the Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC). According to Senior State Trooper...

    CPD’s Dean retiring after 31 years

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Police Officer Matt Dean will officially retire from the department March 1, after 31 years and two months in law enforcement. His last day of work was Friday, Feb. 2. “In that many years, I was able to meet so many different...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Recent arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office include: Jan. 25 Deputies executed a warrant on Bradford Neal Meeks, who is currently being held at the Cullman County Detention Center on other charges.  Meeks is charged with unlawful possession of dangerous drugs. Jan. 26 Deputies...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recently include: Jan. 11 Deputies arrested Christopher Lee Gamel, 35, of Arab, on a failure to appear warrant stemming from an incident that was reported in February 2023.  Gamel is charged with first-degree sexual abuse.  -------Deputies...

    Pre-registration open for CCPS Pre-K program

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Pre-registration is officially open for the Alabama First Class Pre-K program at Cullman City Primary School for the 2024-2025 school year.The program is open to children who are 4 years old (not yet 5) on or before Sept. 1, 2024. Students...

    Cullman City Council praises response to winter storm

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday offered praise for the response of multiple City departments to last week’s ice storm, noting speed of action and rapid returns to normal operations. Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism shut down for part of the...

    Flooding rain threat continues with severe storms possible today and Saturday

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Radar estimates that widespread 2-4 inches with isolated spots over five inches fell through 5 am near and west of I-65, with 1-3 inches east of I-65. Bands of rain and thunderstorms, although not continuous, will occur through Saturday afternoon.  An additional 2-4 inches...

    Cullman City School Board honors Gunter, Bowen

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board recognized two educators as 2024 Teachers of the Year at its regular meeting that had been rescheduled to Tuesday, Jan. 23 due to the previous week’s ice storms. “It is my honor tonight to recognize our two...

    Flooding rain, storms into weekend

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Rain and thunderstorms ahead of a line of storms will move across the state from this morning through evening with several additional bands or lines of storms through Thursday. The highest threat will be heavy rainfall where widespread 2-4 inches are possible...

    Lost wages and grocery bills: Now what?

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - An estimated 59% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, according to a survey by Charles Schwab. That’s 59% of Americans barely scraping by, having to delicately manage bills versus income and needs versus wants. When an intense ice storm threw...

    Hanceville Exxon ensures locals receive warm meals

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In most small Southern towns, there’s a hub – a location that attracts retired farmers and their buddies for biscuits and coffee while they shoot the breeze and discuss the weather. In Hanceville, that hub is the fan-favorite Hanceville Exxon. The...

    Community of all ages comes together in time of need

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - When Cullman County was hit with frigid temps over the last several days, and ice made travel treacherous, if not impossible, residents took action and took their love of community to the streets. Brad Ingram, a retired U.S. Army veteran with 14...

    How to beat the chill, without killing the power bill

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – While the worst part of the winter storm week has passed, there are a few more days of freezing temperatures ahead. Here are a few tips to help families beat the chill, without killing the power bill. Set thermostats and heaters to...

    Braving the cold for the sake of others

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -  Cullman County has effectively been at a standstill for the better portion of a week, thanks to the winter storm that swept in on Monday. Temperatures plummeted and many local volunteer organizations jumped into action, opening warming stations to anyone needing...

    The Link closes warming shelter

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Temperatures began to plummet on Monday, Jan. 15, and Cullman County quickly succumbed to the freezing point as roads, vehicles and lawns slowly became encased in ice. Many residents in Cullman County rely on electric heat, either through heating units that...

    Avoid freezing disaster: 15 tips from a plumber

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - While the promise of snow and freezing temps may sound like a dream to some, others are aware of the lurking potential disasters that icy weather can bring. When the temperature stays at or below freezing for a significant period of...

    ALDOT cautions against travel as conditions worsen

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    ALDOT advises motorists that travel is hazardous and expected to become more hazardous as conditions worsen tonight in north Alabama. Non-essential travel is strongly discouraged. At this time, the only weather-related closure of a state-maintained route is on I-65, between Exit 310 (Alabama 157 at Cullman)...

    Winter precipitation ending this morning but bitterly cold temperatures continue

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    Winter Weather Advisories will be expiring across eastern and southeastern sections between 9 am – 12 pm. Wind Chill Advisories and Hard Freeze Warnings for most of state into Wednesday morning. The good news is that at 6 am temperatures remain above freezing south of an...

    NWS: Winter Storm Warning for Cullman County until 6 a.m. Tuesday

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    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service office in Huntsville for Cullman County. It began at 6 p.m. Sunday and is set to expire on Tuesday, Jan. 16, at 6 a.m. Heavy mixed precipitation is expected, with total snow accumulations of...

    Commission calls emergency meeting, declares state of emergency for Cullman County 

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    Updated Jan. 14, 2024, at 7:22 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Sunday called an emergency meeting to discuss the impending winter weather and declared a state of emergency for the county. Chairman Jeff Clemons, along with the other commissioners in attendance,...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated arrests over the last weekend, including: Jan. 2 Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Bremen community. David Lee Ford, 45, of Bremen, was identified as the passenger of the vehicle in question.  Deputies determined that Ford...

    Major winter impacts beginning Sunday evening

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Sunday 7:30 am, January 14, 2024 Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories have been issued for counties north of I-20. Advisories will be issued farther south in later updates. The key message here is road impacts are possible whether or not you...

    The Link searching for volunteers to staff warming shelter Jan. 15-16

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Amid preparations happening through the county in anticipation of the incoming arctic blast, The Link of Cullman County is partnering with Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster of Cullman County (VOAD) to set up a warming station that will keep residents with...

    ALEA: Troopers continue to report decrease in yearly traffic fatalities

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala.  – Over the course of 2023, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) recorded a decrease in fatalities on Alabama’s roadways. Troopers assigned to ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division investigated crashes that resulted in 26 fewer lives lost in 2023 as compared to 2022,...

    ALDOT: I-65 bridge rehab project to start soon

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    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Preparations are underway for a major rehabilitation project on the Interstate 65 Tennessee River Bridges. Nighttime lane closures are anticipated to begin soon, and daytime lane closures could begin in March. In September, contractor Cekra secured the contract with a low bid...

    Severe weather possible followed by potential winter precipitation and bitterly cold temperatures next week

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    CLANTON, Ala. – In a rare “flip”, the SPC has downgraded the previous Enhanced Risk to Slight Risk and the overall threat of tornadic activity, especially EF2+ tornadoes. However, they have upgraded northern Alabama, including an Enhanced Risk for the area west of I-65 and...

    Zoning approvals pave way for new housing developments in Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. — Two recent rezoning approvals by the Cullman City Council cleared the way for new housing developments on the north and west sides of the city.  Both properties were rezoned as R-4 districts in which a wide range of construction can take...

    City, County, EMA plan warming stations ahead of winter storm

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission, City of Cullman and Cullman Emergency Management Agency (EMA) are in full swing teaming up to secure warming stations to assist locals in weathering the frigid temperatures that are projected to hit to north Alabama in the...

    Caution, storm ahead: Alabama prepares for severe weather

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    ALEA urges weather awareness ahead of possible storms MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Forecasts are calling for severe weather and storms, which could potentially produce tornadoes and damaging winds in excess of 70 mph across the southern portion of the state. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) encourages motorists to...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests just before New Year’s, including: Dec. 28 Deputies arrested Leah Danielle Westbrook, 32, of Hanceville, on multiple warrants stemming from incidents that occurred in August 2023. Westbrook is charged with theft, four counts of theft less than...

    Ribbon cut on new Cullman Middle School facility

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The foyer of Cullman Middle School’s newest facility was packed on Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 2, 2024, as key players and dignitaries observed a ribbon cutting honoring the opening of the building. The new facility is officially open for learning, welcoming students...

    What’s on tap for the city of Cullman?

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    “Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement and success have no meaning.”- Benjamin Franklin Our Founding Fathers understood the task of creating a flourishing environment that provides entertainment, solace and community for its residents. Growth begets change; change begets progress. This year was...

    ALEA: Make safety a New Year’s resolution; don’t get caught out in the cold

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. — As 2023 ends and we enjoy the final days of December, it reminds us that winter is here as local forecasters are calling for freezing temperatures, rain and possible snow flurries in the northern part of the state. Secretary of the Alabama...

    2 charged following manhunt

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    WALTER, Ala. -  Two men have been charged following a manhunt in the Walter area on Thursday, Dec. 28. According to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, Chad Edward Lindley, 35, of Guin, and Jonathan Leamon Lee, 45, of Logan, are charged with receiving stolen...

    Q&A with Cullman EMA: Stay safe while staying warm

    CULLMAN, Ala. – Ahead of future cold snaps, The Cullman Tribune sat down with the director of Cullman Emergency Management Agency, Tim Sartin, to gather tips for residents to keep safe while keeping warm this winter. CGM: In case of a power outage, how can...

    CCBOE names December Teacher, Staff Member of the Month

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) announced its December Teacher and Staff Member of the Month on Dec. 26. Each month, the CCBOE partners with America’s First Federal Credit Union to recognize and award one teacher and one staff member...

    CCSO names training center in honor of Blackwood

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently honored Capt. Ricky Blackwood for his contribution to the law enforcement community by naming its training center the James R. Blackwood Training Center.    Sheriff Matt Gentry said Blackwood has been a staple in local law enforcement...

    ALEA: Give the gift of safety this holiday season

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – This week, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will wrap up 2023 with the launch of its annual “12 Days of Safety” Campaign to run throughout the holiday season. The campaign is a fun and festive platform designed to engage citizens...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests over the last week, including: Dec. 15 Deputies were informed of a subject who appeared to have passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle in the parking lot of a business in the...

    CCBOE recognizes exceptional employees

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - At its meeting on Dec. 12, the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) recognized employees who have shown an overwhelming commitment to theirs job and dedication to the students of Cullman County Schools. E5 Exceptional Award recipients have to be nominated for...

    City schools achieve straight As on state report card

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Report cards are in, and Cullman City Schools scored straight A’s once again.The Alabama State Department of Education Report Card for the 2022-2023 school year found Cullman City Schools achieved increases across the board that rank the district among the best...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last several days, including: Nov. 28 Deputies arrested Christopher Shaun Graves, 40, of Cullman, on a probation violation for possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance. Dec. 8 Deputies responded to a call...

    Cullman City School Board names Teachers of the Year

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – At its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Cullman City School Board recognized the system’s 2023-2024 Teachers of the Year. Winners received a certificate recognizing their achievements, a gift card from AmFirst Credit Union and the opportunity to receive a...

    CPD’s Shop with a Cop coming this Saturday

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    ‘It is just as rewarding for the officers involved’ CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department’s longest running community policing event, Shop With a Cop, is happening this Saturday, Dec. 16. The popular annual Christmastime event has been going strong for a decade. CPD Public Relations Officer...

    EES opens the wardrobe to Narnia just in time for Christmas

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School transformed into a lovely Christmas wonderland in recent weeks, as teachers and staff took part in a hallway competition for best Christmas decorations. The winning hallway belongs to the fourth grade, which based its design on the C.S....

    CCBOE rolls out new driver’s ed vehicles

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from three lucky Cullman County high schools will be practicing their driving skills in style as their new driver’s education vehicles are rolling into school parking lots this week. On Monday, Dec. 11, Cullman County Schools unveiled three brand new...

    (Updated) St. Joseph Dr. NW to undergo repairs starting Tuesday morning

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    Updated Dec. 12, 2023, at 6:01 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an emergency bid for reclamation and repaving of St. Joseph Drive Northwest, starting from Scott Street Northwest and Dripping Springs Road area and going north to Alabama Highway...

    CCBOE names Roden, Davis November Employees of the Month

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and America's First Federal Credit Union recognize two employees each month. For November, those employees were Holly Pond High School Agriculture Teacher Rusty Roden and Fairview Middle School Counselor Brittany Davis. "Rusty is always willing to help and works on...

    Holiday safety tips from local law enforcement

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department provided a series of helpful tips to keep homes and yourselves safe this holiday season.  Tips for your home Keep doors and windows locked at all times  If you are leaving for an extended period...

    CHS adds weather station as engineering students showcase 3D print skills statewide

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is partnering with a weather institute to host a cutting-edge weather monitoring station on campus, with students taking the opportunity to gain some real-world Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) skills along the way.Cullman High School has partnered...

    CCSO hosts annual favorite, special needs rodeo

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    VINEMONT, Ala. – The sun shone bright and clear on Thursday morning, Dec. 7, as bus after bus rolled into the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center. Brakes hissed as they let out their passengers; students from every reach of the county were greeted by...

    Cullman City Council approves traffic light at Hwy. 278/I-65, rezoning for northside development 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council this week approved resolutions to place a new traffic light at the intersection of U.S. Highway 278 and Interstate 65 on the city’s west side, and to rezone a business and manufacturing district on the northside for...

    ‘It’s an exciting day for our athletes’: Cullman City Schools breaks ground on new turf fields

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City School Board members, along with Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, joined Cullman High School administrators, coaches, players and others on Cullman High School’s Soccer Field Tuesday to celebrate the first steps of a project they’re all excited to see get underway....

    Saying goodbye to 50 years of the round building at CMS

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - A unique, iconic piece of Cullman Middle School’s history is set to be closed soon as an ambitious expansion of the downtown campus continues. But don’t worry, the community will get one last chance to bid farewell to what has affectionately...

    Ivey ‘breaks ground’ on Co-op broadband expansion

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday, Dec. 4, made a stop at the Cullman Electric Cooperative for a ceremonial groundbreaking to signify the beginning of a new broadband expansion project. “Our presence in Cullman County today underscores our commitment to providing access to...

    Hanceville City Council approves amendments to FY 2024 budget

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its regular council meeting on Thursday, Nov. 30, the Hanceville City Council examined and approved amendments to its previously approved budget for fiscal year 2024. The cuts and additions totaled to a net income of $153,670 back into the City’s...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recently made the following arrests. Nov. 20 Deputies arrested Jessica Lynne Armstrong, 42, of Cullman, on multiple failure to appear (FTA) and probation revocation warrants. Armstrong is charged with two counts of unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia (FTA),...

    Cullman City Council hears challenge to new north-side development 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council on Monday evening held a public hearing to consider an ordinance to rezone property belonging to the corporation N31, LLC, located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 31 and Alabama Highway 157, from B-2 business to R-4...

    Sheriff Gentry shares vital holiday safety tips

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    As the festive season is in full swing, Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry emphasized the importance of caution during this joyous time. "Unfortunately, the holiday season often does see an increase in thefts and burglaries," he said. Regarding home safety, Gentry was adamant about the...

    ALEA dishes out safety tips for Thanksgiving  

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Thanksgiving marks one of the busiest weeks of the year on Alabama roadways. This year, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) urges everyone to prepare to share the road with millions of other motorists as AAA predicts more than 49 million...

    West Elementary’s ‘Winter Wonderland’ Book Fair to greet students Nov. 27

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary School students are in for a treat when Thanksgiving break ends and classes resume on Nov. 27. West Elementary Library Media Specialist Tere Kelly and Library Instructional Assistant Caroline Burress have been hard at work transforming their domain to...

    Updated list of community storm shelters

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has provided a list of available storm shelters for inclement weather. If you are not in a substantial structure, please go to a shelter. For the safety of shelter occupants, especially small children, please do...

    CCBOE, Premier Bank team up to offer surprise attendance bonuses

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    Updated Nov. 20, 2023, at 6:52 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Good attendance is the foundation of doing well in school, and later in life, doing well on the job. Simply put, you can't perform well if you're not there. That is why Cullman County Schools...

    Balloons over Broadway: CCPS students create their own balloon parade

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade got a first-grade twist recently, as students at Cullman City Primary School created their own mini-balloon floats as part of an innovative Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) project.Thanks to support from the Cullman City Schools...

    CCSO employees receive free haircuts from local duo

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office said two local barbers/stylists reached out saying they wanted to give back to local law enforcement. They did just that. Sheriff Matt Gentry said the two young men, Issac Ludwig and Dustin Moore, wanted to do something nice...

    Cullman woman 3rd person charged with capital murder in death of Noah Waters

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman woman was arrested Tuesday, Nov. 14, after being indicted for capital murder during first-degree robbery and capital murder during first- or second-degree arson. The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) said deputies arrested Charity Dawn Hutton, 33. The indictments stemmed from a...

    CCBOE recognizes faculty, staff, former students

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - At its meeting on Nov. 9, the Cullman County School Board recognized a handful of individuals for their service and dedication to Cullman County Schools. E5 Exceptional Award recipients have to be nominated by a coworker or faculty or staff member for...

    Hanceville teen killed in hit-and-run crash; ALEA seeking information

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    Update: 11/13/23 The single-vehicle crash involving a bicyclist that occurred at 6:46 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9, claimed the life of a Hanceville man.   According to ALEA, Dakota R. Lamons, 19, was fatally injured when the bicycle that he was operating was struck by a vehicle.   After...

    Multi-vehicle crash leaves 1 deceased; Vinemont man identified

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    UPDATE (9 pm): Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed the decedent as Nicholas Allen Joiner, 20, of Vinemont. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________- CULLMAN, Ala. – One person was killed Tuesday evening just after 5 p.m. in a deadly crash at the intersection of Second Avenue Northwest (U.S. Highway 31...

    ‘We’re going to make it home’: Cold Springs High cuts ribbon on new gymnasium

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    BREMEN, Ala. – Tuesday was a special day at Cold Springs High School. After nearly two years of working and waiting, Cold Springs High celebrated the opening of its new gymnasium with a ribbon cutting and the new facility was packed with students and...