Cullman County Schools canceled Thursday due to winter weather
CULLMAN – Each day this week parents have waited to hear if their children would be attending school on time, on a delayed schedule, or if their child's classes would be canceled altogether, as was the case Thursday, January 19.
“In the interest of doing what...
THURSDAY: I-65 lane closure in south Morgan Co.
HUNTSVILLE - The outside lane and shoulder of Interstate 65 northbound near mile marker 319 (south of the Falkville exit and north of the Lacon exit) in Morgan County will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for guardrail...
Area power outages
CULLMAN COUNTY - The Cullman Electric Cooperative is experiencing multiple power outages spread across the county.
CEC Communications Director Brian Lacy says crews are aware and on their way to assess the problem or problems.
"Crews are responding; will be assessing damage and begin making repairs...
Arrests and incidents reported March 23, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 23, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
No incidents or
arrests reported.
Cullman Police
Department
Incidents
March 23
counterfeit
$100; State of Alabama; 2nd Ave SW;
Arrests
March 23
Golden, David G.,...
The sky’s the limit: Exponential return on investment opportunity for city, county at Cullman Regional Airport
VINEMONT, Ala. - With both the State of Alabama and federal government investing millions of dollars in the Cullman Regional Airport by way of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), specifically the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG), plans are in the works to update the Vinemont...
City of Cullman receives clean 2020 financial audit
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council President Jenny Folsom announced at Monday’s council meeting that the city’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 financial audit is complete and arrived from Warren Averett CPAs and Advisors clean, with no negative findings.
The summary of the report showed no...
Ivey proclaims April 27 Day of Remembrance
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On April 27, 2011, a series of long-track tornadoes ripped through the state of Alabama in three waves across 35 of our 67 counties. Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 marks the 10th anniversary of this unprecedented natural disaster that took the...
Damaging straight-line winds and tornadoes possible beginning this evening
CLANTON, Ala. – A broken line of supercells will move into northwest Alabama between 10 pm and 1 am, move southeastward and exit the state by late Saturday afternoon.
Near and north of I-20/59, conditions are favorable for damaging straight-line winds and a few tornadoes....
Fire Danger Warning issued for north Alabama- effective immediately
MONTGOMERY - Because extremely dry weather conditions and low humidity have combined to create an atmosphere favorable for wildfires, the Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a Fire Danger Warning for 46 Alabama counties effective immediately, until appreciable rainfall is received. These counties include: Autauga,...
Chamber hosts annual State of Education luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2024 State of Education luncheon on April 12, featuring Wallace State Community College President Dr. Vicki Karolewics, Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff and Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette.
“This luncheon is...
Traffic alerts for Cullman this week
Tuesday, Aug. 30
County Road 700 will be closed between County Road 703 and County Road 709 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. for cross drain replacement. The Alabama Department of Transportation will close Interstate 65 southbound from Exit 325 (Thompson Road) to Exit 318 (U.S. Highway 31...
Beech Grove Road to close Oct. 20 for replacement of Bavar Creek Bridge
GOOD HOPE - The long-awaited replacement of the century-old Bavar Creek Bridge in Good Hope will begin on Thursday, Oct. 20.
According to the City of Good Hope, a portion of Beech Grove Road (County Road 216) will close beginning on Oct. 20 at 10...
Cullman City Council paves way for new business, looks to grow 2 parks
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...
Work begins on U.S. 278 to AL 69 junction
CULLMAN - Road construction has begun on U.S. Highway 278 in Cullman County. The project affects Highway 278, from just west of I-65, all the way east to the junction of 278 and Alabama Highway 69.
Good Hope Contracting (GHC) is in charge of the...
County Road 522 on Stouts Mountain damaged by weekend storms
STOUTS MOUNTAIN, Ala. - Heavy weekend rains brought by the remnants of tropical storm Claudette washed away the shoulder and edge of the road surface on County Road 522 on Stouts Mountain. According to the Cullman County Road Department, the slide displaced an extensive...
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for area including Cullman until 5 a.m. Sunday
CULLMAN - The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of north Alabama, including Cullman County, until 5 a.m. Sunday morning.
Alabama counties included are Blount, Cherokee, Colbert, Cullman, DeKalb, Etowah, Franklin, Jackson, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Morgan and...
CCSO arrest roundup
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 Sheriff warns of phone scam targeting senior citizens
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) on Monday said it has received several reports of scammers calling from the 319 area code claiming to be with the Social Security Administration. The calls are targeting senior citizens.
"The scammer will claim the potential...
Cullman Electric Cooperative host 85th Annual Meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative hosted its 85th annual meeting Saturday morning at Northbrook Baptist Church. Though the crowd on hand was small due to the cancellation of the usual activities and entertainment, thanks to mail-in voting and registration, more than 5,400 members...
Mayor Proclaims “Public Works Week” in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, May 12, 2021, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the week of May 16 - 22, 2021, “Public Works Week” in the City of Cullman to coincide with National Public Works Week sponsored by the American Public Works Association.
Two officials...
Wildfires along I-65 near mile marker 300 now contained
Updated Oct. 13 at 3 p.m., According to the Good Hope Volunteer Fire Department, the fires are now contained. All lanes should be open by 3:30.
Please continue to use caution in the area until all personnel and fire engines have left the scene(s).
Editor's note:...
CCPS kindergarteners ‘get down on the farm’
SOMERVILLE, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) kindergartners were invited and encouraged to “get down and dirty at the farm” on their spring field trips last week. Students learned the basics of agriculture and raising livestock by visiting Somerville’s Gullion Farms, a working...
1st step toward Cullman Intermediate School
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 County EMA: the lessons from 2011
CULLMAN, Ala. - Training and preparation are necessary tools for the emergency management system, but all the training in the world cannot fully prepare responders for an event like the 2011 tornado outbreak. The real-world disaster provided on-the-job training for the Cullman County Emergency...
ADPH, Medicaid, attorney general warn of COVID-19 testing and vaccine scams
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Department of Public Health and the Alabama Medicaid Agency are receiving reports of citizens being contacted at their homes for the purpose of being offered COVID-19 vaccinations at home. In addition, individuals claiming to be employees of the Medicaid Agency...
ALERT: Closings and early dismissals
CULLMAN - Cullman County is under a winter weather advisory until 3 p.m. today. Below are the closings and early dismissals announced so far. This list will be updated.
Cullman County Schools will dismiss at 10:30 a.m.
Wallace State will close at 11 a.m.
Cullman City Schools...
I-65 S between I-565 and Tennessee River Bridge congested; search for fleeing suspect
LIMESTONE COUNTY - At approximately 12:50 p.m., Alabama State Troopers were notified about a vehicle pursuit on I-65 South near the Tennessee River Bridge. The vehicle crashed on the bridge and the driver, a white female, fled on foot. A white male was apprehended...
Lost wages and grocery bills: Now what?
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...
Staying safe while staying warm
CULLMAN, Ala. - October is a month of fun: hayrides and pumpkin patches, costumes and candy. If Alabama is your home, it also brings some crazy weather. Monday may require shorts and a tank top, and by the time Wednesday rolls around, it’s time...
Good Hope shooting victim identified
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - According to a report from the special agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s State Bureau of Investigation, an update was given of the Friday Good Hope campground shooting.
The suspect identified as Nathan Larry Parsons, 49, of Gardendale, was pronounced...
Coming from out of town? Use Exits 305 and 308 for Rock the South
Message from the Cullman County Sheriff's Office:
Preparations are nearly complete for Rock The South. If you plan to attend Friday and/or Saturday please use the exits listed below.
If you are driving on I-65 and coming from north of Cullman, please use Exit 308.
If you...
Area readying for severe weather Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County is already under a Wind Advisory from midnight Friday to 9 p.m. Saturday, ahead of what forecasters are predicting to be a stormy Saturday.
WHNT 19 Chief Meteorologist Jason Simpson reported, “Friday looks breezy and warm with some occasional rain....
Recent briefing gives positive updates on Highway 157construction progress
CULLMAN, Ala. - The construction on Alabama Highway 157 is well underway as Chilton Contractors Inc. work on the two-lane northbound roadway. The plans are also including a multi-use path from Eva Road to Childhaven Road and an additional multi-use path from Eva Road...
Good Hope Trio to Perform ‘Difficult Version’ of ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ at Talladega Superspeedway
GOOD HOPE — On Saturday, October 24, Ty Parker, Rachel Roberts, and Gloria Crauswell will perform as the Good Hope Trio and commence the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series in Talladega.
Fox will broadcast the national performance live at 11:30 a.m., but the group's distinguished opportunity was presented...
Eva Rd. to close next week for bridge repair; school traffic plan released
CULLMAN - Next Monday, Nov. 5, the City of Cullman will close a portion of Eva Road between Forrest Avenue Northeast and Scenic Drive Northeast. In a meeting with The Tribune Monday morning, Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper explained that the closure could last...
NWS extends Flood Warning until 2:30 a.m. Monday
CULLMAN - The National Weather Service in Huntsville has extended the Flood Warning for our area until 2:30 a.m. Monday morning.
The Flood Warning is in effect for the following areas:
Jackson County
Marshall County
Madison County
Limestone County
DeKalb County
Cullman County
Morgan County
Southeastern Lincoln County in Middle Tennessee
Franklin County in...
Cullman City Council honors Don Hewitt for Zoning Board service
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, March 18, took time to honor retiring Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals member Don Hewitt for his 15 years of service to the City.
Mayor Woody Jacobs presented Hewitt a certificate of commendation, sharing...
ALEA: Give the gift of safety this holiday season
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...
Traffic alert for Hwy 31 and Hwy 278
TRAFFIC ALERT: The traffic light at the intersection of Hwy 31 and Hwy 278 will be inoperable for several hours on Wednesday evening beginning at 7 p.m. for the replacement of the control box by the Alabama Department of Transportation. Officers from the Cullman...
ALEA statement on passing of Mt. Vernon Police Officer Ivan Lopez
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Sec. Hal Taylor on Tuesday issued a statement on the passing of Mt. Vernon Police Officer Ivan Lopez Monday, who was killed Aug. 22.
According to Mobile’s WKRG, “Monday night the officer was headed home to Foley...
EES Principal Melanie Harris honored by Ivey for National Principals Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School Principal Melanie Harris recently made a stop in Montgomery to celebrate National Principals Month with Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey and other top education officials in the state.“As the Alabama Elementary School Assistant Principal of the Year, I was...
Wednesday night storms leave several across county without power
CULLMAN, Ala. –
Thunderstorms made their way across north Alabama late Wednesday night and left
several homes in Cullman and Winston County without power. According to Cullman
Electric Cooperative’s (CEC) Manager of Communications Brian Lacy, the peak
outage was approximately 2,200 members when the storms came through overnight
but...
CCBOE names Ayers HPHS principal, approves joining social media litigation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County School Board (CCBOE) on June 12 officially hired Nathan Ayers as the new principal of Holly Pond High School, effective July 1, 2023. He will replace Dr. Janet Turner.
Ayers addressed the board, saying, “You’re going to get the...
NOTICE: Video inspection of Cullman city sewer system
Beginning Aug. 3, 2020, the City of Cullman’s contractor, Video Industrial Services, will be cleaning and providing video inspection of the sanitary sewer collection system in the southeast area of Cullman. This work should not disrupt sewer service; however, it will involve access to...
Local couple gathers Christmas toys for children in coordination with CCSO
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office was honored to welcome Angelia Selvage and John Cox earlier this week to share the most recent status for donated toys for the Christmas season.
According to Sheriff Matt Gentry, for several years, they have worked to...
Cullman City, County Schools returning to normal operations Monday
CULLMAN, Ala. - After reaching out to both the Cullman City and Cullman County School Systems, it has been confirmed that both will be returning to a normal schedule beginning Monday, Jan. 25.
According to Cullman City Schools’ Trent Moore, “Back to normal in person tomorrow for city.”
Cullman County...
CPD FTO’S looking at hourly rate increase
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department Field Training Program consists of eight officers who have received advanced training to provide experience, guidance and supervision according to the CPD.
Sergeant Joey Duncan said the new officer (rookie) will develop the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary...
ALEA dishes out safety tips for Thanksgiving
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...
Jacobs proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, March 25, 2024, Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of April Child Abuse Prevention Month (NCAPM) in the city of Cullman. The proclamation was presented to Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) Executive Director Steven Sutter and Senior Director Javon...
Tornado vs. COVID-19: EMA, National Weather Service, Alabama Department of Public Health recommendations for possible severe weather Tuesday
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala.
- As the nation sits under advisories and orders to self-quarantine, north Alabama
could face a weather situation Tuesday that will force them to choose between
maintaining social distance and protecting themselves and their families from a
tornado or other severe weather. The National Weather...
Cullman County Schools 2024-2025 kindergarten registration info
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools is gearing up for kindergarten registration for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Families interested in enrolling their children can now pre-register online at www.ccboe.org/k where a step-by-step guide has been provided. In-person registration will be available from 8:30...
Cullman City Schools announces teachers of the year
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman City Schools is pleased to announce its elementary and secondary teachers of the year for 2023-2024.
This year’s honored educators are Cullman City Primary School first grade teacher Amanda Stidham, and seventh grade Cullman Middle School English teacher Katie McGee.
The two...
CCSO kicks off new Citizens’ Academy session
CULLMAN, Ala. – The spring 2023 session of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Citizens’ Academy kicked off Tuesday, March 14. This is the ninth year of the program, which gives Cullman County residents an opportunity to learn about the role of law enforcement...
Cullman City Schools appoints Jill Bradberry to open board seat
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board on Thursday, July 27, appointed Cullman native Jill Bradberry to the board, filling the seat formerly held by Joey Orr. Orr recently stepped down to take a new position working at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce.
Bradberry is...
ALDOT: Hazardous conditions remain; avoid nonessential travel
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) continues working to clear routes of snow and ice across much of North Alabama today, following an all-hands response during last night’s winter storm. Despite these efforts, hazardous conditions still exist on routes in the...
NWS hazardous weather outlook for this afternoon, evening
CULLMAN - The National Weather Service in Huntsville has issued a HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK for the counties of Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, AL, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Morgan, Marshall, Jackson, DeKalb, Cullman, Moore, Lincoln and Franklin, TN:
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north Alabama and portions...
Winter Weather Advisory issued for Cullman Co. beginning Friday at 3 p.m.
CULLMAN - The National Weather Service in Huntsville has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for 3 p.m., Friday, Jan. 6 to 3 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 7 for counties in the Tennessee Valley, including Cullman.
Light snow accumulations are possible Friday afternoon into Friday night. An...
Nighttime I-65 N lane closures begin tonight, from Blount Co. to exit 305 (CR 222)
CULLMAN - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) says that nighttime Interstate 65 North lane closures will begin tonight, May 1 and last throughout the year.
Single-lane closures may be in place from 6 p.m.-6 a.m. Sundays through Thursdays from the Blount County line to...
Cullman County Schools closed Thursday and Friday due to flu
CULLMAN - The Cullman County School Board has canceled classes for Thursday, Feb. 8 and Friday, Feb. 9 due to the flu. Below is the statement released by the school system.
"Today we have 1,000 students absent. We are struggling to find subs for faculty...
Construction of new gym at Cold Springs High School approved
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cullman County Commission on Education at its March 10, 2022 meeting approved the construction of a new gymnasium at Cold Springs High School. Cold Springs currently has the oldest gym in the county, which was built in 1966.
“We are so...
Halloween Learning – Students create candy assembly line at WES
CULLMAN, Ala. -- What better way to learn about Henry Ford’s assembly line than by putting those skills to good use getting things ready for Halloween at West Elementary School?
Sixth grade students at West Elementary School in Cullman turned their lesson about Big Business...
Winter precipitation ending this morning but bitterly cold temperatures continue
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...
Pedestrian struck, dog killed
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...
1 killed in motorcycle wreck Sunday night
CULLMAN, Ala. -- One person was killed when a motorcycle and a truck crashed Sunday evening, Aug. 6, 2023.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said Kristian Gage Walker, 25, of Cullman, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Kilpatrick said the crash happened at the intersection of Main Avenue...
Hanceville man dies in motorcycle crash
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency stated Monday that a single-vehicle crash that occurred at 12:05 a.m. Saturday, July 9, has claimed the life of a Hanceville man.
According to ALEA, Timothy W. Mayer, 32, was fatally injured when the 2011 Harley-Davidson...
Area under Flood Warning
The National Weather Service in Huntsville Alabama has issued a Flood Warning for southwestern Jackson County, Marshall County, Madison County, Lauderdale County, Limestone County, Colbert County, DeKalb County, Cullman County, Franklin County, Morgan County and Lawrence County until 5:30 p.m. Monday.
“At 1128 AM CST,...
Office of Mayor Woody Jacobs Mayor Proclaims Community College Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, April 12, 2021, Mayor Woody Jacobs officially proclaimed the month of April 2021 Community College Month in the City of Cullman. On hand from Wallace State Community College to receive the proclamation were Dr. Vicki Karolewics (President), Fast Track...
CULLMAN MISSING SENIOR ALERT: James D. Harper FOUND
Updated 7-12-19 6:24 p.m.
Mr. Harper has been found and is safe!
ALERT FROM THE ALABAMA LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY
The Cullman Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating James D. Harper of Eva.
Mr. Harper is a 90-year-old white male and may be suffering from...
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: I-65 closures in Cullman, Blount counties Nov. 8-10
DECATUR POST — From Tuesday, Nov. 8, through Thursday, Nov. 10, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will close the right northbound lane of Interstate 65 from the Cullman County-Blount County line to the 295 mile marker, a few miles south of Exit 299...
LIST: Monday early dismissals, closings due to weather
CULLMAN - The threat of significantly severe weather on Monday has triggered several early dismissals around the Cullman area. According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, "Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop Monday afternoon and spread eastward ahead of an approaching storm system....
Nauvoo man killed in Cullman County crash
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – A Nauvoo man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:11 a.m. Sunday, July 16. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as John A. Mills, 60.
Troopers said Mills was fatally injured when the 2005 Nissan Altima he was driving left...
Extended closure of U.S. Hwy. 231 in Lacey’s Spring expected due to cracking in roadway
LACEY’S SPRING, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) said Thursday to “expect an extended closure for U.S. (Highway) 231 southbound and northbound” in Lacey’s Spring in Morgan County. The closure is due to cracking of the roadway, which began earlier this week...
PUBLIC NOTICE: Pesticide Collection Day in January 2021
Farmers, pesticide applicators, pesticide dealers, pest control operators and nurserymen (no homeowner/gardeners):
A Clean Day Pesticide Disposal Day has been planned for our area to dispose of unwanted agricultural chemicals. This program will allow you, at no cost to you, to bring unwanted pesticides for safe...
Kallhoff gives updates on city school projects
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff provided updates about ongoing and upcoming projects to city school campuses.
"The partnership between the City and our school district has been incredible. The increased funding from sales and property taxes has allowed us to...
City School Board appoints new board member
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its Thursday, July 27, meeting, appointed Jill Bradberry to fill the seat formerly held by Joey Orr.
Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff said, “We're excited to have Mrs. Bradberry with us. There are so many...
CCBOE recognizes exceptional employees
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...
Crews continue to patch potholes on I-65 in Morgan County
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...
ALERT: Winter Weather Advisory issued for area until 3 p.m.
CULLMAN - The National Weather Service in Huntsville has issued a WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY for the counties of Marshall, DeKalb and Cullman until 3 p.m. today, Friday, Dec. 8.
From the NWS:
Snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions. Additional snow accumulations of up to one...
ALERT: Utility termination scam targeting Cullman-area businesses
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department has recently received complaints from local businesses about delinquent power bill phone scams.
According to Sgt. Todd Chiaranda, businesses are receiving phone calls from an English-speaking man with an Indian accent claiming to represent the Cullman Power Board. The...
‘Tons of snuggles’
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"...
CCSO to host 1-day Citizens’ Academy April 6
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...
Tips from law enforcement to thwart catalytic converter thieves
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the recent rash of catalytic converter thefts across Cullman County, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department want residents to know how to keep their vehicles safe.
“The key to safety starts with simply locking your doors and making...
Winter Storm Warning valid tonight from 9 PM CST for Cullman, DeKalb, Marshall [AL] till Saturday, March 12, 9 AM CST
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - IEMBot Huntsville has expanded the area of Winter Storm Warning to include Cullman County beginning Friday night from 9:00 p.m. - 9:00 a.m. Saturday morning.
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north Alabama and portions of southern middle Tennessee.
Overnight
A strong arctic front...
Community storm shelters to open today if Tornado Watch is issued
CULLMAN - According to the Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), Cullman's community storm shelters will be opened today if a Tornado Watch is issued. Below is the current list of shelters available.
Community Shelter List by cullmansense on Scribd
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-65 lane closures planned for Feb. 14
HUNTSVILLE - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) advises motorists the following lane closures are planned for Thursday, Feb. 14, on Interstate 65 in Morgan County:
The southbound outside lane and shoulder at the south end of the Tennessee River Bridge will be closed from...
(Updated) Hartselle armed robbery suspect captured
HARTSELLE, Ala. - The Hartselle Police Department responded to a robbery at Kroger in Hartselle earlier today, roughly 10:48 a.m.
“We have received a BOLO for a new model red Hyundia and/or African American male, black shirt, jeans, camo bandana. Currently (HPD) assisting with search...
Sheriff Gentry issues lake safety tips
CULLMAN, Ala. – With an increased number of incidents on the water this summer the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) wants the community to be aware of their surroundings while on the water.
“I want to encourage everyone that comes to the lake to follow...
MISSING PERSON: CCSO still searching for Joey Giummaro
Editor's note: The photo of Mr. Giummaro is NOT A MUGSHOT. It is the photo from his pistol permit, according to the Cullman County Sheriff's Office.
VALLEY GROVE, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office is still actively searching for Joey Giummaro in the...
Cullman EMA: increased snow totals, snow will be here between 4-6 p.m.
UPDATE: 5:59 p.m. Jan. 6: Yes, folks, we know. It appears all of the precipitation has gone south of Cullman County; however, according to the Cullman County EMA, snow is still possible. Also, there have been isolated reports of bridges icing in the county....
Traffic fatality update
DECATUR POST — A two-vehicle crash at approximately 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, has claimed the life of a Louisville, Ky., man. Conor J. Nelis, 22, was fatally injured when the 2013 Ford Focus in which he was a passenger was struck by a 2015 Mack...
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Regions Bank announces special financial assistance amid coronavirus concerns
COVID-19: Ivey authorizes use of Alabama National Guard on as-needed basis
CPD chief: We will enforce social distancing...
U.S. 231 in Morgan Co. scheduled to re-open Monday
LACEY'S SPRING, Ala. - The stretch of U.S. Highway 231 in Morgan County that has been closed since February due to cracking of the roadway, exacerbated by heavy rains in early 2020 and caused by an underground landslide, will re-open Monday after a ribbon-cutting...
CCSO drug roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple drug-related arrests this week in unrelated incidents across the county.
On July 18, deputies responded to a report of domestic violence in the Johnson’s Crossing area.
William Checkon, 79, of Hanceville, allegedly left the scene...
CCSO Citizens’ Academy class nears graduation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The last session of the spring 2023 class of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Citizens’ Academy was held Saturday, April 15, at the CCSO shooting range.
The session started with Lt. Matt Bales explaining K9 units and how the animals are...
I-65 night resurfacing to start June 2 in Cullman, Morgan Counties
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) advises motorists that contractor Wiregrass Construction will begin resurfacing about 3.5 miles of Interstate 65 in southern Morgan County and northern Cullman County on the evening of Sunday, June 2.
The $1,777,862 project includes milling and...
Record numbers turn out for this year’s Castille Character Camp
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – More than 200 athletes made their way to James W. Shabel Stadium Saturday morning for this year’s Castille Character Camp, setting an attendance record for the event.
The camp was founded by former Alabama Crimson Tide standout Jeremiah Castille in...
Zoning approvals pave way for new housing developments in Cullman
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...
Major winter impacts beginning Sunday evening
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...
Pre-registration open for CCPS Pre-K program
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...
UPDATE: Wildfire still burning in southwest Cullman County; Up to 600 acres burned
SEE LATEST UPDATE HERE: http://www.cullmansense.com/articles/2016/10/07/update-2-wildfire-southwest-cullman-county-growing-stronger-has-crossed-co-road
Update: 11:25 a.m. Forestry officers from Blount County and firefighters from Vinemont-Providence have now been called in to assist. Another bulldozer is being summoned to help clear brush, as the fire keeps jumping the burn line. At this time, there...
