PREP CHEER: ‘Always have faith in yourself and your team’: Good Hope’s Jessalyn Nichols talks sophomore season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope sophomore cheerleader Jessalyn Nichols. This was her first season on the varsity cheer team, and she had an amazing experience, along with some help from her fellow cheerleaders. She learned a lot...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 15• harassment; CR 808• reckless endangerment; CR 1855• domestic violence; CR 808• theft...
City school board recognizes CMS Archery Team
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board at its meeting Tuesday evening recognized the Cullman Middle School Archery Team, which this year placed second in the 2023 Alabama NASP (National Archery in the School Program) State Championship and11th out of 240 in the...
ACES: Kick off summer with the 4-H BIGGEST Catch contest
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Alabama 4-H invites you to make a splash this summer with the 4-H BIGGEST Catch, a virtual fishing competition. The contest is May 26 through June 5, and all Alabama youths ages 9 to 18 are welcome to participate.
Emily Nichols,...
Campbell, Page named to Berry College spring 2023 Dean’s List
ROME, Ga. - The Berry College Dean's List honors students who posted an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while carrying a class load of at least 12 hours during the semester.
Local students who wee named to the spring 2023...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 17, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 11• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart;...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Grow together as a team and family’: West Point’s Katie Beth Yovino recaps sophomore season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point sophomore Katie Beth Yovino was moved from the JV squad to the varsity team toward the end of last season. She talked about that experience, what she learned and what it was like playing with a great group...
Mayor gives road work update
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night had a light agenda, with Mayor Woody Jacobs giving an update on ongoing road work in the city.
Jacobs said he expects the work along Second Avenue Northeast in front of city hall and...
Cullman County Probate Office implements e-recording
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Probate Office has implemented e-recording of some documents. Wendy Lambert, the office’s bookkeeper, address the Cullman County Commission at its meeting Tuesday.
Speaking on behalf of Cullman County Probate Judge Tammy Brown, Lambert said, “Judge Brown is always...
Baileyton hosts 3rd annual Family Fun Day
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The morning sun poured down on Baileyton as dozens of arts and crafts purveyors, food tents and local merchants put the finishing touches on their booths in Baileyton Park for the third annual Baileyton Family Fun Day Saturday, May 13.
The heat...
CHS seniors celebrate college picks with sidewalk art
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors preparing to depart Cullman High School have earned close to $5 million and counting in scholarships, so the school celebrated with a bit of an impromptu art project on the quad to showcase their college and career choices last week.
Seniors...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentNo incidents reported.
ArrestsMay 15
Raybon, Kristi A.; 36• possession/receiving...
Cullman Regional names new Chief Operating Officer
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Regional Medical Center has named Jason Cunningham, MHA, FACHE, as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Cunningham will be responsible for day-to-day hospital operations and supporting hospital growth initiatives.
“Cullman Regional is forward moving and poised to continue growth as a...
April 2023 health department scores
CULLMAN, Ala. – Each month, food establishments are inspected by the Alabama Department of Health and graded on every aspect of the business.
Below are the local businesses and institutions that were inspected in April.
Establishment Name: Alabama Mud Coffee - Mobile
Address: 10800 US Hwy 278
City:...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: ‘If you keep continuing to work hard, you will get better and achieve your goals’: Good Hope’s Zoe Marks talks junior year
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – This track & field season was another successful one at Good Hope as the Raiders finished runners-up in Sectionals for the first time in school history. Junior Zoe Marks recapped the season and what she learned during the campaign.
"I feel...
Cullman Homeschool Theater to present ‘Politically Correct Bedtime Stories’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Homeschool Theater will present "Politically Correct Bedtime Stories" on Saturday, May 20, at 3 p.m. at No Fences Cowboy Church.
According to the group:
Taken from satirist James Finn Garner's book "Politically Correct Bedtime Stories" and the 19th Judicial Court's mock trial...
East’s outdoor classroom certified by NWF
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School on Monday morning, May 15, hosted a certification ceremony for its outdoor classroom, which has been named a Certified Schoolyard Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. It was also named a certified Alabama Outdoor Classroom.
East’s Outdoor Classroom Sponsor...
‘I don’t think he realizes the difference he has made’
Cold Springs band director William Johnson retires
BREMEN, Ala. – Longtime Cold Springs High School Band Director William Johnson is putting down the baton and stepping away from the podium, retiring after 18 years.
When Johnson took on the position of band director in 2005, the...
Threat to St. Bernard deemed not credible; classes to resume Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. – A threat made online against St. Bernard Preparatory School in Cullman over the weekend was determined to not be credible, according to Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta.
Nassetta said the threat was routed through a school network in Virginia, and the CPD...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 11• possession of controlled substance; CR 1043• criminal mischief; CR 565• theft of...
ALEA: 2 wheels, 4 wheels, we all must share the road
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - This May, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is teaming up with the
U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to remind all motorists that motorcyclist and cyclist safety is everyone’s responsibility. Each year, May marks both National Motorcycle...
‘It was all about working together’: West Point’s Jasmine Quick recaps high school career
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to West Point's Jasmine Quick about some of the many great memories during her time as a Warrior band member and what she learned from those experiences.
"When I first started high school, I was nervous...
WSCC Respiratory Therapy graduates recognized
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Respiratory Therapy program graduated more than two dozen students during its annual pinning ceremony.
Class president Jaida Johnson of Cleveland said the ceremony marked the end of rewarding and challenging journey toward their careers as respiratory therapists.
“We have...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Simple Lies’ by David Baldacci
“Simply Lies” is David Baldacci’s latest book. It is a psychological thriller set in Virginia about two women in a cat and mouse race to solve a murder and find a treasure stolen from an organized crime family.
Mickey Gibson is single mother of two and a former police detective. She...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Legendary mothers
While creating the mother character, Frau Ruehl, in the folktale “WUNDERGARTEN,” I didn’t have to look far for stellar examples. I was lucky to have a “storybook wonderful” mom and so are most of us. Mothers, though rarely flawless, are regularly, magically wunderbar.
Frau Ruehl...
Files from Yesteryear: 1904, 1934
From the files of 1904
Warm, dry weather continues.
Arthur Sanderman is behind the counter at Vinemont Grocery Company.
Indications point to a victory for the Democratic presidential candidate, Judge Alton B. Parker.
The Republican rally held at Kullman Hall last night drew a good crowd.
H. Nuss and...
Letter to the Editor: Tribute to my mother, Grace McDowell Stewart
As we all get ready to remember or celebrate Mother’s Day May 14, my memories of my mother will always remain special to me. I will never forget the moment she passed away and how green her eyes were as she lay still in...
Tiny houses coming to Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – It was a victorious day in Hanceville for community members into the "tiny house" way of life, as the Hanceville City Council on Thursday voted to approve Ordinance no. 653.
Mayor Pro-Tem Jim Sawyer motioned to adopt the zoning ordinance, which was...
Editorial: What is motherhood?
I have been tasked with the insurmountable feat of summing up motherhood, in honor of
Mother's Day. For reference, I like to call myself an "amateur" mom. My journey of motherhood began in February 2021 when I found out I was pregnant, and I have...
Space: Cullman students learn planets with creative projects
CULLMAN, Ala. - Elementary students in Cullman City Schools spent recent weeks learning about space and the planets that make up our solar system by going hands on and making a few planets themselves.
Sixth graders at East Elementary spent the past week making presentations...
CCBOE hosts armed forces signing day
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) on Friday, May 12, hosted high school juniors and seniors at the central office for an armed forces signing day. This was the third year for the event.
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette opened...
Wallace State celebrates commencement for Class of 2023
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College and President Dr. Vicki Karolewics celebrated the college’s commencement in Traditions Bank Arena of Tom Drake Coliseum. Two ceremonies were held, with Academics and Applied Technologies graduates honored in a morning ceremony and Health Science graduates honored...
‘If you don’t belong, don’t be long’
Beggars & Thieves pays it forward for those in need
CULLMAN, Ala. – You've likely seen Beggars & Thieves around town. The large black and gold mobile barbering unit, owned and operated by Jon Shiflett, is a decked-out man cave on wheels, featuring sage green...
Gentry, others visit Texas border
CULLMAN, Ala. – Last week Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry was part of a delegation from Alabama that traveled to the U.S.-Mexico border in Texas to get an up-close look and learn more about the drug and humanitarian crises happening there.
Gentry saw first hand...
Baileyton ‘Good Time’ Drag Strip under new management
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton “Good Time” Drag Strip is under new management. As of Friday, May 12, Adam Davis has taken over management of the site.
According to Davis, the track was built in 1966 by Jack Walker. The drag strip is important to...
William Sherrer of Bremen participating in UA Cooperative Education Program
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - University of Alabama student William Sherrer, of Bremen, is participating in UA's Cooperative Education Program during the summer 2023 semester. Sherrer is working for Robins and Morton.
In the Cooperative Education Program, students alternate periods of full-time study with periods of full-time...
South Vinemont Council votes to annex properties
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night voted to annex four parcels off of Goodwin Road.
According to Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser, the annexations are already reflected in the town’s zoning map.
The council reported it has received positive reviews on...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 12, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 9• unauthorized use of vehicle; person
May 11•...
PREP CHEER: ‘Be a Christ-like example for my teammates’: Good Hope’s Melanie talks sophomore season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope sophomore Cori Melanie has been on the varsity cheer team for three years and the varsity competition team for four years. She talked about her experience on varsity so far and what's it been like cheering alongside a...
‘Home’: Cullman Women Sing spring concert
CULLMAN, Ala. – The setting sun poured in through the towering stained glass windows of Seventh Street Baptist Church on Tuesday evening as Cullman Women Sing, a select treble ensemble, belted spiritual classics and songs with a far-reaching theme of homecoming at its spring...
Holly Pond’s Tapscott awarded Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Ethan Tapscott was awarded the High School Attending Two-Year Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 5, in Wetumpka. Tapscott is the son of Matthew and Brandi Tapscott of Holly Pond.
Tapscott will graduate from Holly Pond High...
Saint Bernard recognizes students on Honors Night
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard recognized students for their academic accomplishments during the 2022-23 Academic year on May 3 in the Abbey Byre.
Headmaster Fr. Joel Martin welcomed everyone in attendance and reminded students that the night’s celebration is a great one, but that the...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats fall in 6A semifinals at No. 1 Oxford
OXFORD, Ala. -- Rain postponed the Class 6A semifinals matchup between Cullman and Oxford Wednesday night, but the Bearcats and the Jackets were able to get things underway Thursday. Unfortunately for the Cullman faithful that made the trip back, Oxford jumped out to an...
Gudger addresses health care visitation bill, I-65, mental health
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, recently gave an update on legislation he’s been working on this session.
Gudger sponsored Senate Bill 113, aimed protecting and enhancing visitation requirements for patients, clients or residents of health care facilities. Gudger said he has been working...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 11, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 8• domestic violence; CR 532• criminal littering; CR 1121• burglary; US Hwy. 31•...
Jim ‘Coach’ Taylor receives 2023 Impact Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - When Jim "Coach" Taylor first learned he was the recipient of this year's Impact Award at St. Paul's Lutheran School, he was surprised. It came as no surprise, however, to every other educator, staff member, parent and student that he was...
Cullman County man sentenced to 75 years for failure to register as sex offender
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Greg Nicholas on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, sentenced David Lee Moore, of Hanceville, to 75 years in prison. The sentence stems from Moore’s March 1 conviction for failing to register as a sex offender with the...
Ribbon cut on new basketball court at Smith Lake Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was cut on the new basketball court at Smith Lake Park on Tuesday, May 9.
Due to the location and condition of the old basketball goals, it was determined that a new, more modern court was needed to accommodate the...
City announces Depot Park improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Thursday announced it will be making infrastructure changes to Depot Park. This will occur immediately to prepare for upcoming events this fall.
Depot Park is known as a nice little oasis just north of the city’s Warehouse...
Pedestrian struck outside Cullman Publix succumbs to injuries
CULLMAN, Ala. - A pedestrian struck outside Publix in Cullman on Tuesday, May 9, succumbed to her injuries after being transported to UAB Hospital in Birmingham.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said Patricia Ross, 91, of Cullman, died at UAB.
“She was struck by a...
Harmony Mendoza to end 13-year run with WVTM 13
Mendoza plans to focus on nonprofit work moving forward
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.– WVTM 13 on Wednesday announced the departure ofmeteorologist Harmony Mendoza. Mendoza has been covering weather in central Alabamafor 13 years but has decided to focus more on her work with nonprofit organizations inAlabama. Her final day at WVTM 13 is May 24, 2023.
“Harmony has been...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 10, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 8• domestic violence-3rd degree; person; 4th St....
PREP SPORTS: ‘Be the best teammate I can be’: Holly Pond’s Alyssia Mitchell talks sophomore year
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond Sophomore Alyssia Mitchell about her experience playing both volleyball and basketball for the Broncos during the last school year, starting with volleyball.
"Last season on JV, we came up short, but we grew...
‘Eat. Drink. Wander.’
The National opens
CULLMAN, Ala – The National, a stylish and fresh new gastropub in the historic district of Cullman has officially opened its doors. The ambience is polished yet industrial, with plush green velvet booths offsetting the whitewashed brick and dark metallic sconces dotting...
31 Hanceville High students inducted into National Honor Society
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thirty-one Hanceville High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society in a ceremony held Sunday, May 7, at the Hanceville First Baptist Church.
The National Honor Society is one of the oldest and largest national organizations for high school students....
PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond’s season ends at East Regional with losses to Pisgah, Woodland
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – The Lady Broncos hit the road Tuesday morning to compete in this year’s East Regional Tournament in Albertville but unfortunately for Bronco fans, Holly Pond’s postseason run came to an end with losses to Pisgah and Woodland.
Pisgah 5 – Holly Pond...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 9, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 6• duty upon striking unattended vehicle; person;...
‘We will forever be indebted to Hope Horses’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. hosted its popular Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser, Hats, Horses and Hope, Saturday evening, May 6. The event was held at Camp Meadowbrook, and attendees dressed in their best Derby fashions.
Seth Johnson, whose son Nate participates in the...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for semifinal battle at No. 1 Oxford
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats topped Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one, swept Athens in round two and took a thrilling, three-game series over Gardendale to advance past round three. Now, Cullman will face its toughest test yet traveling to face No....
Local man indicted on 53 counts related to child pornography
CULLMAN, Ala. – A local man arrested earlier this year after allegedly using a cellphone to record images of a child in a restroom is back in jail following a grand jury indictment. Ethan Edward Richardson, 25, of Cullman, was taken into custody Friday,...
Council recognizes EES Archery Team, recaps Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night recognized the East Elementary School Archery Team, who took the state title in the Elementary Division at the 2023 National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Alabama State Championship in Montgomery April 6-7. The...
Good Hope’s Peyton Caudle receives City of Good Hope Endowed Scholarship
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council hosted its first May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and the main topic was Good Hope High School’s Peyton Caudle. Caudle was recognized by the council at Monday night’s meeting after being awarded...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 4• possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 437• domestic violence; CR...
6 local students join Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
BATON ROUGE, La. - The following local students were recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines.
Cal Allen of Cullman at University of Alabama at BirminghamColton Millwood of Vinemont...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Good Hope will always have a special place in my heart’: Good Hope senior Bonnie Williams reflects on high school career
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope senior Bonnie Williams. She shared some of her best memories during her time at Good Hope and she was a part of some great clubs as well. She learned so much while...
ACES: Alabama 4-H Foundation invests in future through scholarships
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The Alabama 4-H Foundation is helping 35 Alabama 4-H members achieve their dreams of higher education. This year, the foundation will award 33 $1,000 scholarships to graduating 4-H members in 23 Alabama counties. The foundation is also awarding two $1,500...
3rd annual Grilled Cheese Festival coming to Hanceville May 27
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – You'd be hard-pressed to find a more classic, comforting sandwich than a grilled cheese. Whether a simple white bread and American single combo has your heart or you're more into "designer" grilled cheeses with sourdough and sharp cheddar, there will be...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Arts in the Garden
ARTS IN THE GARDEN is a new way to enjoy the natural beauty of Sportsman Lake, the 70-year old, Cullman County Parks and Recreation, multiuse, fresh air refuge. The Woodlands & Wildflower Garden of the park will be an outdoor arts center, FREE and...
Taziki’s to open soon; job fair May 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Taziki's Mediterranean Café is gearing up for its much-anticipated arrival in the community, with a soft opening slated for May 30, followed by a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 13. The popular 25-year-old brand is not only set to...
Files from yesteryear: 1937, 1954
From the files of 1937
October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to the big event of the year, “The Fall Carnival.” There is much talk and speculation about who the juniors and...
Letter to the Editor: In honor of my father
My beloved father Randy Wilkerson died March 22, 2010, 13 years ago at the age of 61.
My father's love was unconditional, and he always wanted the best for me. He encouraged my dreams, my passions, and when I would suffer through the darkest nights...
STATE TRACK MEET: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles capture 2A State Championships; locals shine in Cullman, Gulf Shores
CULLMAN, Ala. – Another state track meet is in the books and this year the Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles are your Class 2A state champions. The Eagles outpaced Sand Rock by 45 points to claim their state title and the Lady Eagles...
7th graders conquer drone race
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Schools seventh graders on Friday took part in the second annual Cullman County Drone Race at Wallace State Community College, where they navigated their drones through various obstacle courses built by Wallace State’s Engineering department.
“We decided that seventh grade...
Seniors twist, twirl and dip at Strawberry Festival Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – A little drizzle and unseasonably chilly temps weren't going to stop hundreds of Cullman area seniors from celebrating Senior Day at the Cullman Strawberry Festival Friday morning at the Festhalle.
Seniors from Vinemont to Colony gathered for fellowship, lunch, live music and...
CCCDD unveils renovations to 1st group home
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Center for the Developmentally Disabled (CCCDD) Executive Director Charese Morris on Thursday afternoon was thrilled to unveil finished renovations six months in the making on the organization’s first ever group home.
Board members, Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce ambassadors, representatives...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance to state semifinals with dramatic, 4-2 win over Gardendale
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats punched their ticket to the 6A State Semifinals with a 4-2 win over Gardendale Friday night and they did it in dramatic fashion. With the score knotted at 2 in the bottom of the sixth inning, Paxton Ponder...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘If you put the work in, the results will come’: Cold Springs senior Brodee Bartlett recaps Eagles career
BREMEN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs senior baseball player Brodee Bartlett. Brodee shared some of the baseball and high school memories he’s made during his time at Cold Springs.
"Every single day with the guys here was amazing. The game...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 4• assault; person; Hwy. 157
ArrestsMay 4
Mullennix, Joshua...
Pet of the Week: My fellow Americans, check out Mr. Kennedy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mr. Kennedy, an approximately 3-year-old male "shollie" (shepherd and collie mix) with a dark thick coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Mr. Kennedy is truly man's best friend, cherishing the time spent with his handlers at the...
WSCC students bring home 35 medals from State SkillsUSA competitions
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students from Wallace State Community College are bringing home 35 medals from the state SkillsUSA competition held this week in Mobile. There were 21 first-place winners, 10 second-place winners and four third-place winners.
Diesel Technology students swept the Diesel Equipment Technology category,...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman splits opening games with Gardendale, Game 3 set for Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats were back home at Bill Shelton Field for a quarterfinals battle against Gardendale and after dropping game one to the Rockets 4-2, Cullman bounced back to take game two 3-0 and force a game three Friday night. Tucker Cagle...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats split with Mortimer Jordan, advance to North Regional
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Lady Bearcats were back in action at the 6A, Area 13 Tournament Thursday night and after punching their ticket to the North Regional Tuesday, the ‘Cats split a pair of area finals games with Mortimer Jordan to finish as area...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 4, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 4, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 1• violation of protection order; Beech Ave. SE• possession of marijuana; Hwy. 31•...
‘With great power comes great responsibility’
Community celebrates David Wiggins' 17-year tenure at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. – The community came out to celebrate a beloved educator Monday, May 1, when family, mentors, faculty, staff and countless current and former students gathered to celebrate David Wiggins. This school year will be...
ALL-COUNTY BASEBALL: Cold Springs’ Bartlett named MVP; Freeman, West, Sutter, Voce earn top honors
CULLMAN, Ala. – Another baseball season is in the books in Cullman County and that means there are plenty of postseason honors to be awarded. The county’s seven head coaches voted on this year’s awards and All-County teams and have selected Cold Springs’ standout...
Hats, Horses and Hope: Hope Horses fundraiser May 6
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, May 6, local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. will host its Hats, Horses and Hope fundraising event.
“This Hats, Horses and Hope event is the biggest fundraising event of the year for Hope Horses,” said Hope Horses Executive Director Kelsey Rice....
Agriplex online spring auction May 4-7
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will hold its spring online auction Thursday-Sunday, May 4-7, raising funds for its new community hub. The auction features several valuable prize packages including passes to area attractions and restaurants, along with handcrafted items.
Photos and full descriptions of...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Cold Springs falls in 2A, Area 12 Tournament
SUMITON, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles traveled to Sumiton Christian for the Class 2A, Area 12 Wednesday and unfortunately for Eagle fans, Cold Springs was eliminated after dropping a pair of games to Locust Fork.
Locust Fork 18 - Cold Springs 17 (2A, Area 12)
Cold...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 3, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 1• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; Hwy....
Hanceville’s Lowery inducted into Phi Beta Kappa Society at MSU
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Lindsey Lowery, majoring in Business Administration and German from Hanceville, is among Mississippi State seniors inducted into the Gamma of Mississippi Chapter of the Phi Beta Kappa Society for 2023.
Phi Beta Kappa inductees are among the top 10% of their...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Give all glory to God’: Holly Pond’s Sawyer Olinger recaps sophomore season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos are coming off another great basketball season that saw them collect over 20 wins and add an area title to their trophy case. Sophomore Sawyer Olinger recapped that season and talked about what all he learned,...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for round 3 clash with Gardendale
CULLMAN, Ala. – After toppling Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one and sweeping past Athens in round two, the Cullman Bearcats are set to return to Bill Shelton Field Thursday night to host Gardendale in round three. Gardendale won a very tight...
West Point High finishes 8th in Quiz Bowl National Championship
ROSEMONT, Ill. - On the weekend of Saturday, April 29, West Point High School joined 131 of the top quiz bowl teams from small public high schools at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago for the 2023 Small School National Championship Tournament to determine who...
ADMH: May is Mental Health Awareness Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Each May, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) promotes Mental Health Awareness Month along with other national organizations to raise awareness and acceptance surrounding mental health and to reduce stigma. This year Mental Health Month’s theme is “LookAround, Look Within”and...
1 killed, 2 injured in multi-vehicle crash on I-65
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – One person was killed and two injured in a multi-vehicle crash at approximately 8:15 a.m. Monday, May 1, near the 318 mile marker on Interstate 65 in Cullman County.
Alabama State Troopers said David A. Moore, 37, of Berry, was fatally...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats advance to Area Championship game with 13-1 win over Pinson Valley; Tuesday scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats returned home to host this year’s 6A, Area 13 Tournament Tuesday night and after dropping their first game with Mortimer Jordan, the ‘Cats bounced back to win their next matchup against Pinson Valley to advance to Thursday’s...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 2, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
April 27• theft of property-4th degree; Hobby Lobby;...
Cullman libraries celebrate National Library Week
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System last week celebrated National Library Week. This year’s theme was “There’s More to the Story.”
According to the Cullman County Public Library System Director Sharon Townson, public libraries are more than just lending libraries.
“More importantly, libraries...
2023 Bloomin’ Festival breaks records
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 39th Annual Bloomin’ Festival at St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School was a smashing success! The two-day arts and crafts festival, held April 22-23, attracted record numbers of visitors and vendors, thanks to the beautiful weather and the variety of...
Fun run raises money for WPES sensory room
WEST POINT, Ala. – The evening was aglow with neon, puzzle piece motifs and plenty of pump-up music Saturday, April 29, at West Point baseball field for the 5K Sensory Fun Run to help raise funds for a sensory room at West Point Elementary...
