Mental Health Awareness Month – you are NOT alone
CULLMAN, Ala. - May is Mental Health Awareness Month. With millions of Americans fighting mental illness publicly or suffering in silence, the fight to...
Cullman High School’s Claude Thomas named Will Fowler Fine Arts Student of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High school senior Claude Thomas was recently recognized for being named the Will Fowler Fine Arts Student of the Year...
Kursten Putman becomes first female student to achieved Solid Edge Certification at CATA
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) student and Holly Pond sophomore Kursten Putman is the first ever female student to pass the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison takes spring game over East Lawrence 25-7
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the 4A East Lawrence Eagles at hot and muggy A.G. Hicks Stadium and as in all Spring Games the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope hosts spring matchup against Priceville
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope hosted the Priceville Bulldogs for this year’s spring game Friday night and the Raiders mounted a late comeback effort to...
Motorcycle crash south of Dodge City results in fatality
DODGE CITY, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash at approximately 6:10 a.m. on Friday, May 20, has claimed the life of a Remlap man.
Dustin Chase...
Wallace State’s Adult Education Department hosts 2022 commencement; CCDW completers recognized in dual ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Adult Education Department hosted its 2022 Graduation this week, recognizing students who earned their GED (general education...
Arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Wallace State experiences highest enrollment since 2012
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College has experienced its highest enrollment in a decade. Enrollment for the spring 2022 semester totaled 5,502 students,...
ADEM installs sea turtle sculpture at Grand Bay Welcome Center to highlight ‘Help Keep Our Waters Clean’ project
MOBILE, Ala. – As part of its campaign to educate the public about the need to keep Alabama’s bio-rich watersheds free of litter that...
Elementary students give musical performances at Vinemont Music and Art Fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Vinemont Elementary School K - 5th grade classes gave performances at the first Vinemont Music and Art Fair on Tuesday....
Cullman County Commission meets and agrees to split online sales tax revenue with schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission met on Tuesday evening at the Cullman County Courthouse with a hefty agenda to review.
Resolution 2022-37: Revenue...
Arrests and incidents reported May 19, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
The Town of Arley prepares for 49th Annual Arley Day festival taking place May 21
ARLEY, Ala. - The Town of Arley’s 49th Annual Arley Day community festival will be Saturday, May 21. The all-day event will last from...
Jerome Flanigan, convicted for reckless manslaughter in 2016, out on five-year probation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jerome Flanigan, convicted of reckless manslaughter in the 2016 death of Leslie Clements, was released from prison yesterday after serving four...
Hanceville City Council honors Math Team and announces kiddie pool to open this summer
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville City Council held their meeting on Monday with all council members present.
The council began by honoring the Hanceville High School...
Fairview High School celebrates graduating seniors with awards night
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School held a Senior Awards Night Celebration on Monday at 6:00 p.m. to recognize the scholarships and personal awards...
Multiple arrested across the county on drug-related charges
CULLMAN, Ala. – CCSO deputies went to a residence in the Vinemont area on Thursday, May 12 in an attempt to serve a warrant. Zackary...
STATE SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point’s postseason run ends with 9-4 loss to Hayden
OXFORD, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors spent their Wednesday competing in this year’s 5A State Softball Tournament at Oxford’s Choccolocco Park and...
Arrests and incidents reported May 18, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Cullman County Schools, Cullman County Commission reach online sales tax revenue agreement
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and the Cullman County Commission have reached a revenue sharing agreement that will provide additional funding for future...
Berlin Town Council aids local business, approves new home construction
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening approved up to $17,000 in economic development assistance and financial incentives to help Berlin...
St. Paul’s alumni gather for Third Annual Alumni and Friends Dinner and Auction
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School held their Third Annual Alumni and Friends Dinner and Auction on Saturday evening at Terri Pines Country...
Summertime fun hits Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville is getting ready for summer with a calendar full of events for everyone’s enjoyment.
Kicking off the entertainment...
PREP SOCCER: Harbin stepping down as Bearcats Head Coach
CULLMAN, Ala. — After spending 12 seasons at the helm of Cullman’s Men’s varsity soccer program, Head Coach Casey Harbin is stepping aside. Harbin...
Cullman City Schools names new principals for CHS, CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has named the new principals who will take over at Cullman High School and Cullman City Primary School...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: Cullman’s Baker sets school Decathlon record, locals compete at State Heptathlon and Decathlon in Hoover
HOOVER, Ala. – This year’s AHSAA State Heptathlon and Decathlon officially wrapped up at Hoover High School Tuesday night after two days of competition...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Baseball’s season ends at 34-22; Golf teams wrap up at respective national championships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s baseball team had its season end on Monday in the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Tournament after stringing together...
Guest Editorial: Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces report of April 2022 Grand Jury
CULLMAN, Ala. - In its April 2022 term, the Grand Jury of Cullman County issued felony and misdemeanor indictments in 257 cases with a...
Arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Hanceville wreck leaves man injured
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - According to the Hanceville Police Department, around 12:15 a.m. on Tuesday, a motorcycle passed a sitting patrol vehicle at excess speeds...
Touch A Truck event brings families from all over the county to Cullman County Fairgrounds
CULLMAN, Ala. - Touch A Truck, hosted by Cullman Electric Cooperative, took place at the Cullman County Fairgrounds Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00...
Happy Homes hosts Annual Community Appreciation at Festhalle
CULLMAN, Ala. - Happy Homes Real Estate, with lifelong Cullman resident Wes Warren at the helm, hosted the citizens of Cullman to their yearly...
The Klein Building renovations to honor Klein family and history
CULLMAN, Ala. - The historic Klein Dairy building, previously a creamery and ice cream shop, was established in Cullman in 1948 by Charles Klein...
Arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Warriors ready to battle at State Tournament
OXFORD, Ala. – This season has been one to remember for the West Point Lady Warriors. They collected their eighth consecutive Cullman County Championship...
Cullman VFW plans active approach to Memorial Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – In the leadup to Memorial Day on May 30, Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 has a full slate of...
As infant formula shortage continues, Alabama pediatricians advise against diluting infant formula
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- News reports abound about the current shortage of infant formula facing families across the nation and in Alabama, due to supply...
ARCHERY: Vinemont Middle School places 2nd in NASP Eastern Nationals & NASP IBO/3D Challenge; Cullman’s Bolzle, Vinemont’s Robinson claim individual titles
LOUISVILLE, KY. – Several local schools were busy at the NASP Eastern Nationals in Louisville this weekend and they brought home a lot of...
Wallace State celebrates commencement for Class of 2022
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College and President Vicki Karolewics celebrated the college’s commencement in Traditions Bank Arena at Tom Drake Coliseum Friday. Two ceremonies...
52 ODES TO JOY: SIMPLICITY POSITIVITY
When I get the urge to purge,
I first put on some music.
A little more punk and a little less dirge,
Then...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1933 and 1902
From the files of 1933:
Mrs. Charles R. Watson of Cullman announces the engagement of her daughter, Rosa, to William Oscar Dunlap. The wedding will...
HeavenLee Companion Aquamation offers alternative to flame cremation and burial for family pets
CULLMAN, Ala. - Amberly and Shane Lee opened HeavenLee Companion Aquamation in March of 2022 to give people a better option when faced with...
Cullman County seniors gather for some spring fun at the 2022 Senior Shindig Friday
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging held its first Senior Shindig since the beginning of the pandemic on Friday morning at...
Trio of Cullman High School bands play to packed house for Spring Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School Band performed their annual Spring Concert on Thursday night at Cullman High School.
In a packed auditorium, the...
Lucas Rhodes: An amazing young man with a lemonade stand
CULLMAN. Ala. - “It’s amazing that all the people have come, I must say! I didn’t even know that the word would spread this...
Vinemont Town Council decides to hold review of progress at Vinemont Village and Vinemont Estates after a month
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town council met on Tuesday evening to discuss whether to revoke the business license for Business Resource LLC DBA...
Arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wallace State’s free short-term training programs hosting new boot camps later this month, including Oneonta
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Adult Education Department and the Center for Career and Workforce Development are preparing for their next round of training...
CCBOE announces May teacher, staff member of the month
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Schools, along with America’s First Federal Credit Union, recognizes a teacher and staff member each month. Here are...
Alabama poultry’s environmental excellence
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Poultry ranks as Alabama’s top-producing agricultural commodity. The industry continues to strive for environmental excellence each day while meeting the...
Cullman County Schools once again participating in Summer Feeding Program
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - On Mondays through Thursdays from June 8 – July 12, hot meals will be provided at the following schools: Fairview,...
REGIONAL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point punches ticket to State Tournament with 4-3 win over Ardmore
FLORENCE, Ala. – For the first time in school history, the West Point Lady Warriors are headed to the State Tournament. West Point arrived...
Arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Two arrested in separate incidents of possession of drug paraphernalia
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Cullman man for multiple outstanding warrants on Tuesday, May 3.
Andrew Halik, 34, of Cullman...
Cullman County Student of the Year Peyton Trotter on influence, inspiration and her future goals
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – With one glance at Peyton Trotter’s resume it’s easy to tell that the Fairview High School senior is an overachiever. With...
Touch a Truck event coming to Cullman County Fairgrounds May 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - Touch a Truck is a free event hosted by Cullman Electric Cooperative where businesses, local first responders and other organizations bring...
Flourish of Cullman participants celebrate graduation from eight-week cooking class with Party Night
CULLMAN, Ala. - Clients from Flourish of Cullman participated in a Cooking Class at Childhaven for the last eight weeks, learning different cooking skills...
Holly Pond High School, 5th and 6th grade bands to perform at Pops in the Park event Saturday
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Pops in the Park is a spring concert and community event hosted at Governor’s Park brought to the town of...
Alabama’s booming catfish industry ranked #2 in U.S.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Alabama has a reputation for cooking and serving delicious food. Barbecue, coleslaw and fried chicken are all southern staples. In the summer,...
Wallace State student Justin Self named Federal Work Study of the Year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State student Justin Self has been named the Federal Work Study of the Year.
Self, 25, is a general studies major...
Arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
REGIONAL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point advances to North Regional Finals, Britton’s walk-off lifts Cullman over Gardendale
FLORENCE, Ala. – Both the Cullman Lady Bearcats and Lady Warriors of West Point were back on the field at Coffee O’Neal Park in...
Deadlines near to apply to Wallace State health science programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Deadlines are quickly approaching for students wishing to apply to most health science programs at Wallace State Community College for fall...
Wallace State hosts inaugural Cullman County Drone Race Friday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Schools seventh grades took part in the first Cullman County Drone Race at Wallace State on Friday in an...
83rd Annual Cullman Strawberry Festival has record number of attendees
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Strawberry Festival on Saturday, May 7 was packed with people looking to buy farm fresh strawberries and enjoy the...
REGIONAL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: Cullman splits opening matchups, Good Hope, Holly Pond eliminated
FLORENCE, Ala. – Three Cullman County squads were on the field at Coffee O’Neal Park in Florence Tuesday to compete in this year’s North...
Wallace State’s students earn record gold medals at state SkillsUSA competition, win 50 medals overall
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College students set a school record recently by winning 33 gold medals at the state SkillsUSA competition.
Wallace State...
Arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Bold vision’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools kicked off two of its most ambitious expansion projects in years on Tuesday, with work officially underway on...
Healing the mind, body and soul: Manifest Yoga and Wellness holds grand opening
CULLMAN, Ala. - Perhaps you’ve noticed the changes to the little cinderblock building just south of Handy TV and Aaron’s Rentals on Hwy 31...
11th Annual Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer raises funds for breast cancer research across Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 11th annual Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer 3D Archery Tournament hosted by Heritage Archery Club and the Bowhunters of Alabama is...
CCSO, CPD Tech program still down
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department utilize a computer program that compiles, stores and shares data.
According to the...
Good Hope City Council approves pair of new annexations
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council gathered for its first May meeting Monday night and approved a pair of new land...
South Cullman residents sound off about proposed rezoning, planned apartment complex
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening got an earful about the proposed rezoning of property located on 3rd Avenue Southeast...
Mayor Woody Jacobs declares May 2022 as Older Americans Month
CULLMAN, Ala. – Senior adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the...
ADMH: May 8-14 is National Prevention Week
Montgomery, Ala. – According to the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, an estimated 59.3 million Americans ages 12 and older used...
Wallace State OTA program using unique tools to teach and support students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Occupational Therapy Assistant program at Wallace State Community College has been using a sensory room and new pediatric swing to...
No. 3 Wallace State softball wins program’s 14th ACCC Tournament championship, moves to 54-2 this season
ALABASTER, Ala. – Wallace State’s softball program has secured another Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Tournament championship.
The third-ranked Lions blasted three home runs over the opening...
(UPDATED) No end in sight for national baby formula shortage
CULLMAN, Ala. - The nationwide baby formula shortage is the latest product shortage over the past two years. Following limited supplies of toilet paper...
CATA holds information session about new Power Lineman/ Fiber Optic Technician Training Program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy held an informational session on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. to discuss their upcoming Lineman Program in fall...
Riding for Residents Jeep Parade returns for its third year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman area skilled nursing and assisted living residents were treated to the Riding for Residents Jeep Parade on Saturday.
In its third...
(UPDATED) WildWater Youth Focus Group visits site of WildWater Park
Cullman, Ala. - Wednesday was a very special day for the WildWater Youth Focus Group as they held a meeting inside the Cullman Wellness and...
52 ODES TO JOY: ZEST FOR ZZZ
ODE TO ZZZ
ZZZ are A-okay methinks,
Each regarded with great esteem.
A long sleep or just 40 winks,
To doze, perchance to...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1930 and 1933
From the files of 1930:
Judge and Mrs. Homer F. Mitchell announce the birth of a son, at their home last week.
Attending the University of...
Strawberry Festival Senior Day makes triumphant return Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - “I’m just happy to be anywhere these days,” laughed Ben Kerny as he walked into Friday’s celebration of the Strawberry Festival...
STATE TRACK MEETS: Vinemont’s Lemons posts new state records in 1600 & 3200; locals shine in Cullman, Gulf Shores
CULLMAN, Ala. – This weekend was packed full of local action at both the 4A-7A State Track Meet in Gulf Shores and at the...
CATA Health Science seniors Riley Daugherty and Briece Buxton obtain Nurse Aide Certification
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Two Health Science students, Riley Daugherty and Briece Buxton from Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA), recently received their Nursing Aide Certification...
Update on arrest/incidents reports request
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department are currently experiencing issues with their electronic filing system database.
Cullman County Sheriff...
Hanceville Industrial Development Board gives update on two properties
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Industrial Development (ID) Board met on Thursday night at the Hanceville Civic Center. After the minutes from the April...
West Elementary students celebrate healthy eating with strawberries provided by Farm to Table
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just in time for the Strawberry Festival, the students at West Elementary School were served a special treat during their lunchtime...
May is National Walking Month
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Accept the challenge to walk like a champion all year, but especially during the month of May. May is National...
‘The Beast Who Came to School’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman student Ronin Peavy is a humble young writer in his second-grade class at West Elementary School. When asked if he...
Summer Bridge program offered to high school seniors at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College announces it is offering a Start Right Summer Bridge program for qualifying high school seniors that aims...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: Holly Pond advances to North Regional with runner-up finish, Lady Bearcats advance with win over Muscle Shoals
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Lady Broncos played their way to the 3A, Area 13 Championship Game Thursday night with a win over Susan...
Cullman County Public Library to hold a Strawberry Festival book Sale May 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library is holding a Strawberry Festival Book Sale on Saturday, May 7 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00...
The Arley-Smith Lake Senior Outreach Center holding fundraising event on May 7 to raise funds for new building
ARLEY, Ala. - The Arley Senior Center, with the help of the town, has been steadily raising funds with community dinners, auctions and bake...
Curt’s Closet prepares to hold Clothed in Cullman this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local organization and community icon Curt’s Closet is hosting their annual Clothed in Cullman event this Saturday. Founder Ashley Wilson said Curt's...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point claims area championship with 3-0 win over Russellville
WEST POINT, Ala. – After edging Russellville 1-0 in their first area tournament game Tuesday night, the Lady Warriors topped the Golden Tigers 3-0...
Wallace State Singers holding auditions and Cabaret Night
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — As the Wallace State Singers at Wallace State Community College prepare for their last performance of the spring 2022 semester on...
