Books reviews from CCPLS readers
Readers who frequent the Cullman County Public Library System share reviews of some of their recently read books.
Submission date: July 11, 2023
Reviewer: Heather Allen
Title: “Devolution”
Author: Max Brooks
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughts about the book: I can read this book again and again! There...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930
From the files of 1900
Arthur and Walter Oden are at the bedside of their father, Captain E.J. Oden.
Reverend Anson West has about recovered from an illness.
D.L. Aldredge of Holly Pond was in Cullman on Tuesday.
Miss Minnie Braasch and Edgar Stoll of Vinemont have entered...
Cullman County Republican Women host annual cookout
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Republican Women (CCRW) on Tuesday, July 11, hosted the group’s annual cookout with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). Members of the CCRW, along with Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and members of his staff, served food at...
Hanceville council authorizes demolition of home
UPDATE: Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail clarified Saturday (7/15/23) evening, the property authorized to be demolished is a two-story apartment-style structure near the back of the property which was previously condemned due to fire.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its meeting on Thursday,...
Cullman County EMA launching crisis communication team
CULLMAN, Ala. – A small collection of agencies representing news sources, first responders, local schools and city leaders – as well as some of the largest social media followings in the Cullman area – met Thursday, July 13, 2023, at the Cullman County Sheriff’s...
City school board presents strategic plan, recognizes artist
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board at its meeting on Thursday, July 13, recognized upcoming second-grader Arleigh Pearson, who won third place in the Two-Dimensional Art category at the 2023 State Superintendent’s Visual Arts Show as a first-grade student at Cullman City...
Rock the South set to welcome Chris Stapleton, Zach Bryan, Riley Green, Cody Johnson
CULLMAN, Ala. - The “Biggest Party in the South '' is back July 20-22, 2023, in Cullman, with an incredible lineup of musicians.
Headlining this year's festival is Chris Stapleton, whose Grammy-winning albums and captivating live performances have earned him fans worldwide. Joining him on the...
CCBOE: Whaley, Chamblee, Hardman named principals
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its July 13, 2023, meeting approved Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette’s recommendation to hire three new principals.
Dr. Johnny Whaley was named the new principal of Fairview High School. Whaley has 21 years of experience...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 14, 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
July 13• theft of property-1st degree; Utility Line...
Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday coming July 21-23
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama's 18th annual sales tax holiday for school-related items is July 21-23. This marks the seventh time the annual tax holiday will take place on the third full weekend of July.From 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 21, until midnight, Sunday, July 23,...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Play with intensity day in and day out’: West Point’s Cade Welborn recaps sophomore season
WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to West Point’s Cade Welborn about his sophomore seasons on the basketball court and on the baseball field.
"I felt like at the JV level, we were a pretty solid squad. Losing in the county finals...
Vinemont planning for upcoming events
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday evening discussed several area events.
Mayor Reggie Dodson expressed his excitement for the continued success of the town’s monthly senior citizen events, where the seniors gather on the third Monday of each month...
Leldon’s set to host ‘Arts in the Warehouse District’
CULLMAN, Ala– Local artists will yet again converge in Cullman’s Warehouse District for the third annual Arts in the Warehouse District event, hosted by Leldon Maxcy of Leldon's. The event will feature local art displayed in a variety of mediums, from traditional canvas to...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
July 10• possession of controlled substance; possession of prescription drugs; possession of marijuana; possession...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘You can always overcome tough challenges’: Fairview’s Ava Calvarese talks junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Last year’s volleyball season was another solid one for the Lady Aggies and junior Ava Calvarese recapped the year and talked about what she learned. Ava feels blessed to be playing alongside a great group of teammates.
"I think it went pretty...
Vinemont alumni baseball game this Saturday
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Baseball Diamond Club will host its annual alumni game this Saturday, July 15, at 7 p.m. at Mike Cupp Field on the campus of Vinemont High School.
Vinemont Baseball Diamond Club President Kevin Hale said he is excited for...
Pet of the week: Mya
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mya, an approximately 4-year-old female Labrador mix with an ebony coat and a freckle on her tongue is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Mya was named after a sweet young visitor of the shelter and embodies a spirit of...
Home2 Suites opens in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – The new Home2 Suites by Hilton Cullman officially opened Monday, July 10, at 5720 Alabama Highway 157. Construction on the hotel began in June 2021.
According to Mansa Hospitality Chief Executive Officer Rupesh Patel, Home2 Suites is the first and only...
Kallhoff gives city schools construction update
CULLMAN, Ala. – Construction projects at Cullman Middle School and Cullman City Primary School began in May 2022, and according to Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, the project at the primary school is set to be completed on schedule in mid-October. He said...
Op-Ed: Alabama’s historic grocery tax cut shows we must always attempt to accomplish what others say can’t be done
Alabamians may have felt their wallets bulge a bit last month when the Legislature approved our bill that slices the sales tax on groceries in half and implements the single largest tax cut in state history.
Alabama was one of only three states that taxed...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 12, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 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
July 5• harassment; person
July 11• duty upon striking...
Fairview High esports team hosts tournament fundraiser
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview High School esports team on Saturday, July 8, hosted a fundraiser tournament at Green Brothers Comics in Arab.
Winners included:
James Gilmer came in first place, winning a cash prize and a free Nintendo Switch game of his choice
Cayden Maddox came...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Set a good example for everyone on the team’: Vinemont’s Mabry Thompson recaps junior year
VINEMONT, Ala. -- The Vinemont Lady Eagles had a solid volleyball season and junior Mabry Thompson learned so much about that year. She got to play alongside some great players and seniors and learned some things from them as well.
"We had a great team...
Wallace State: ‘ESL classes growing by leaps and bounds’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Over the last three years, attendance for English as a Second Language (ESL) classes offered at the Wallace State Community College Oneonta Academic Center has more than quadrupled. ESL instructor John Barnett said there are currently 46 students in classes taught...
Cullman County PALS names Beautification Award winners
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – The Cullman County branch of People Against a Littered State (PALS) last week celebrated local businesses and groups that help make the community a more attractive place to live and work.
The goal of Cullman County PALS is “helping to make...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 11, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 11, 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
July 10• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person;...
PREP CHEER: ‘Know your worth and have expectations for how people should treat you’: Good Hope’s Cahaba and Lauren Falls recap last year
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope cheerleaders Cahaba (first year) and Lauren Falls (second year) have had a great experience cheering for the Raiders on varsity so far and have learned so much from their fellow cheerleaders.
"I've had a great time cheering with these...
Rock the South readiness: Tips for festival safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - With Rock the South being many seasoned concertgoers’ first experience at a music festival, here is a collection of tips that attendees may find helpful for a fun and safe experience.
Check out the grounds
When you first arrive, take an hour or...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 10, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 10, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
July 6• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; criminal mischief; CR 532• harassment; CR 1123•...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘Be a good teammate’: Fairview’s Abby McDonald recaps junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Fairview volleyball player Abby McDonald about her junior season and there were a lot of positives that she took away from that experience playing with a great group of teammates.
"I feel like last year was...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘I am so blessed that God gave me the chance to play with these girls’: Hanceville’s Mattie Keith talks eighth grade season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville eighth grader Mattie Keith split time between middle school and varsity last season and she shared some of what she learned from the experience, plus what it was like playing with a great group of teammates.
"Middle school helped me learn...
Cullman County Public Library July events
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library is hosting various events throughout the month of July.
DIY Programs in July:
Monday, July 10 - Create Your Own Comic StripThursday, July 13- Bad Art DayMonday, July 17 - Paper Bag STEM ChallengeThursday, July 20 - Chalk...
WSCC announces new applied technologies programs for fall
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced the start of new programs in applied technologies this fall. It also plans to close of one of its older programs.
Significant new offerings include an electric vehicle program for new automotive technologies and an electrical...
‘We’re happy to provide food and fun for our neighbors’
CULLMAN, Ala. – It was the perfect day for an intimate block party at The Villas at Cloverdale on Friday, July 7. The Link of Cullman, which works closely with the The Villas through its own housing and rental assistance programs, was happy to...
Cullman City Council holds rezoning hearings
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Friday held public hearings regarding rezoning properties.
James Nearen was in attendance to give his support that the Nearen Property be rezoned from Entertainment District to Business District. Speaking on behalf of himself and his sister, who...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Forest bathing
SAVE YOUR WATER, SHOWER WITH A FRIEND and SAVE YOUR SANITY WITH FOREST BATHING!
“Contrary to its name, Japanese FOREST BATHING, or ‘Shinrin-yoku,’ has nothing to do with wallowing in water surrounded by trees. In reality, it’s the act of being among trees, absorbing the...
Books reviews from CCPLS readers
Readers who frequent the Cullman County Public Library System share reviews of some of their recently read books.
Submission date: June 29, 2003
Reviewer: Elaine Clayton
Title: “Identity”
Author: Nora Roberts
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughts about the book: A truly fabulous book! A psychopath targets blond, slim...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1936
From the files of 1900
George Patrick of Ryan’s Cross Roads was here yesterday.
C.N. Peek, of Eddy, was in Cullman on Wednesday.
Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Sanders and baby are visiting in Scottsboro.
J.A. McMinn left Tuesday for New York.
Sidney Dunn, of Birmingham, visited relatives here on...
Dual Enrollment on a sharp rise at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - With a record number of high school students participating in dual enrollment classes with the Alabama Community College System (ACCS), leaders of the state’s community colleges gathered in Birmingham recently to discuss plans to boost student success.
More than 27,000 Alabama high...
Cold Springs FCCLA wins at national conference
BREMEN, Ala. - The Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) National Leadership Conference (NLC) was held July 2-6 in Denver, and Cold Spring High School students Savannah Bischoff, Ellanora Slusser and Sophia Slusser, along with their advisor, Stephanie Blair, were in attendance,...
Pet of the week: Diamond is a girl’s best friend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Diamond, an approximately 1-year-old female Catahoula mix with a calico coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Diamond lives up to her name, enjoying the quiet luxuries the shelter has to offer, treasuring her toys and especially time in...
Summer animal safety: What the law says, what vets recommend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama is no stranger to heat or humidity. With a high heat advisory nearly every day last week as well as next week’s temps staying around the 90s, the Tribune investigated the hot topic of preventing heatstroke in pets during a...
‘They are our heroes’
Local veterans receive Quilts of Valor
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s VFW Post 2214 on Thursday saw six of its own members honored with quilts from the Quilts of Valor Foundation. Veterans Neville James Franks, Wendell Thomas Copeland, Charles Ernest Irvin, Robert Rayburn Turner, Terrilynn Seanard...
Xtreme Speed RC Hobbies cuts ribbon on new location in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Marsh family welcomed friends and representatives from the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Friday to help celebrate the opening of its new business. Store owners Freddy and Laura Marsh, along with their children Garrett, Meghan and Noah, are thrilled to...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 7, 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
July 6• theft by deception-1st degree; person; cash;...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Always give 110%’: Holly Pond’s Carson Ryan recaps sophomore year
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Broncos basketball and baseball standout Carson Ryan. Carson shared his thoughts on his sophomore seasons, and he gained a lot from playing with both teams.
"I had a lot of fun last year. I felt...
ACES: Plant bugs dominate cotton fields; weather forces management tweaks
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - The 2023 Alabama cotton crop had a late and slow start. Spring rains and cool temperatures caused planting delays, then slowed emergence and seedling growth. Summer was a tale of two Junes. Early June brought extended dry weather. However, abundant—sometimes...
Stephen K. Griffith Memorial Fund donates $19K to CCBOE to support students’ mental health needs
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) recently received a $19,400 donation from the Stephen K. Griffith Memorial Fund to support students’ mental health needs. The generous donation comes just days before the sixth anniversary of Griffith’s passing in July 2017.
The...
WSCC’s Hoover to be inducted into Alabama Nursing Hall of Fame
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is proud to announce that Deborah “Pepper” Hoover will be inducted into the Alabama Nursing Hall of Fame. Hoover is one of eight nursing professionals who will be part of the 11th Annual Nursing Hall of Fame...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
July 3• possession of controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; possession of prescription drugs;...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Cherish every moment’: Fairview’s Sadie Smith talks junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview junior basketball player Sadie Smith missed last season with an injury but was still able to make plenty of memories and learn several great lessons alongside her teammates and coaches.
"Last season, we faced a lot of adversity with many of...
‘It was a packed out show!’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Smith Lake Park hosted its annual 4th of July event on Tuesday, with various vendors and live music throughout the day, capped off by fireworks after dark.
Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff Clemons stated, “We are thankful for all the citizens that...
Haley Mabrey, MD joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional announced recently that board-certified family practice physician Haley Mabrey, MD will join Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Mabrey completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, followed by her medical degree at the University of Alabama School of...
Cullman Regional expansion nearing completion
CULLMAN, Ala. – The latest expansion project at Cullman Regional is nearing completion. The hospital broke ground on the project in January 2022, and it is expected to be complete this October. This expansion will increase the hospital’s bed capacity from 145 to 175...
Turkey harvest up; debate continues on population
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - According to Game Check reports, turkey hunters in Alabama harvested almost 2,500 more birds during the 2023 season than the 2022 season. Whether that’s an encouraging indication of the turkey population in the state is subject to significant debate.
Hunters reported taking...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 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
June 29• theft of property-4th degree; criminal trespass-2nd...
Alabama’s Jim Wells Selected to ABCA Hall of Fame Class for 2024
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Former Alabama head baseball coach Jim Wells was selected to the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame as part of the 2024 Class, the ABCA announced on Wednesday morning.
Wells, who is the first ABCA Hall of Fame inductee in Alabama program...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Practice how you play’: Fairview’s Jaxson Robertson recaps freshman season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview's JV baseball is coming off another good season. The Aggies ended up taking home the county championship and freshman Jaxson Robertson talked about last season, what he learned and what it was like playing alongside a great group of teammates.
"We...
ACES: Heat safety important as summer temperatures rise
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Outdoor work and recreation are difficult to enjoy when temperatures are hotter than a black cat on a tin roof in the middle of July. While summer is a popular time to be outside, Alabama heat and humidity are a...
North Alabama Agriplex makes progress with Community Hub capital campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex recently raised $2,400 with its Grub for the Hub local burger night at Goat Island Brewing, benefiting the community hub capital campaign, “A New Home for the Harvest.” The leadership of the Agriplex is also celebrating many...
Notable nonprofit: Cullman County Commission on Aging
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) Executive Director Stephanie Lawson said that for the last two years, she has felt right at home leading the charge in advocating for seniors in the community. Along with the help of support staff in...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Don’t take anything for granted’: Vinemont’s Isaac Moody recaps Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Vinemont senior Isaac Moody and he shared some of his favorite sports memories from his time as an Eagle. He also got a chance to play alongside some great teammates and seniors as well and...
Books reviews from CCPLS readers
Readers who frequent the Cullman County Public Library System share reviews of some of their recently read books.
Submission date: June 22, 2023
Reviewer: Paulette Gentry
Title: “A Corner of the Universe”
Author: Ann M. Martin
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughts about the book: This book caused me...
Happy 200th birthday, Col. Cullmann!
Friends of Frankweiler hosts party to celebrate town’s founder
CULLMAN, Ala. - A small crowd of Cullmanites of all ages and backgrounds joined together at the Festhalle on Sunday afternoon to celebrate the 200th birthday of Cullman founder Colonel John G. Cullmann. Cullmann was born...
Camp Liberty hosting 10th Extreme Military Challenge
BATTLEGROUND, Ala. - This summer Camp Liberty in Cullman County is hosting its 10th Extreme Military Challenge (XMC), a seven-week program with participants aged 13-18 from across the nation.
From marksmanship drills to combat simulations, every activity at XMC is designed to enhance participants' tactical...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 3, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
June 29• possession of dangerous drugs; possession of marijuana; CR 1179• criminal mischief; Hwy....
St. Bernard releases 3D ornament of Abbey Church for 2023 holiday season
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard is proud to announce the launch of a new 3D ornament of the Abbey Church, the first in a series of Christmas ornaments that will be available for the 2023 holiday season. The ornament is a gold-toned replica of...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Inspire the younger girls on the team’: Cullman’s Sadie Graham recaps sophomore season
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats are coming off another great softball season in which they finished runners-up in the Class 6A, Area 13 tournament and clinched a spot at the North Regional. Sophomore Sadie Graham saw a lot of growth from her...
Cook Ministries to host suicide prevention training July 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Cook Ministries is teaming up with Alabama Suicide Prevention & Resources Coalition (ASPARC) to bring suicide prevention education and training to the community. The training will take place Friday, July 28, 2023, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Cullman...
Applications opening for WSCC Nursing, EMS and Child Development programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The application process for several Health Science programs at Wallace State Community College is opening for admission in the Spring 2024 semester. Spring 2024 classes are scheduled to begin Jan. 8, 2024.
Nursing
The Wallace State Department of Nursing Education will accept applications...
Cullman City Schools launching 3 new career tech programs for 2023-2024 school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is expanding its career and technical education (CTE) programs for the upcoming school year. New programs focused on cybersecurity, engineering and marketing will ramp up in the 2023-2024 school year.
“With the addition of three new CTE programs at...
Files from yesteryear: 1936
From the files of 1936
The Vinemont 4-H Club elected officers at the school on Wednesday. President-Marie Drake, Vice-President- Dorothy Lawrence, Secretary-Daisy Edge, Cheer Leader-Myron Nesmith and Song Leader-Naomi DeMonia. They made baking powder biscuits and ended the meeting doing a cheer.
Leroy Box died in...
Lightning strike kills cattle in Berlin, highlights need for safety in storms
BERLIN, Ala. – Lightning killed 31 cattle on the farm of Daymin Gardner in Berlin during Saturday afternoon’s thunderstorms. The cattle were taking shelter under a large tree when the tree appeared to have been hit.
Daymin Gardner’s brother Tim Gardner posted a photo of...
Elizabeth St. John exhibition on display through July 10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College has extended the exhibition featuring paintings by local artist Elizabeth St. John through July 10.
The works in the current exhibition are a joyful introduction to spring, perfectly suited to the space, museum...
Cullman County Schools students to receive free breakfasts, lunches
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Schools Child Nutrition Program recently announced that for the 2023-2024 school year, breakfasts and lunches will be free for all students who attend Cullman County Schools.
Child Nutrition Program Director Emily Blankenship said this is possible because of the...
Cullman’s award-winning Haynes Farm to be featured on national TV
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Hayneses of Cullman County who run Haynes Farm will receive statewide and national exposure with a feature on Simply Southern TV.
The feature details how and why Haynes Farm earned the title of Alabama’s 2023 Farm of Distinction. As Alabama’s honoree,...
UAB Athletics officially joins the American Athletic Conference
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The UAB Department of Athletics has officially joined the American Athletic Conference as of today, July 1, 2023.
The Blazers make the transition to The American after spending the previous 28 years as a charter member of Conference USA. UAB has been one of the...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Col. Cullmann’s 200th birthday party
CULTIVATE CULLMAN: The Countywide Arts and Gardening Celebration is joining with the “sister city” group, “Friends of Frankweiler,” to salute Cullman County’s founder, Colonel John G. Cullmann, on the anniversary of his 200th birthday this Sunday, July 2, 2023.
Colonel Cullmann was born 200 years...
Pentastar South Car Club donates nearly $4K to Secret Meals for Hungry Children
CULLMAN, Ala. – Pentastar South Car Club has a passion not only for Mopar builds, but also for giving back to the community. For over five years, the club has been organizing “Mopars by the Lake,” a gathering of Mopar-powered vehicles with all funds...
Car Chase Ends in Crash; Driver at Large, Passenger Apprehended
VINEMONT, Ala. — A car chase stemming from a robbery in a neighboring county came to a crashing halt just off I-65 and Hwy. 157 on Friday evening.
Sgt. Adam Clark, the Public Relations Officer of the Cullman Police Department, confirmed that Priceville officers were...
5 gold medalists among 10 winners for WSCC at SkillsUSA
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Ten students from Wallace State Community College brought home medals, including five gold medals, after competing over the weekend at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference held in Atlanta. The students earned medals in five of the 12 college divisions...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Leave everything on the court’: Fairview’s Laci Segrest recaps junior year
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – In this interview I talked to Fairview junior Laci Segrest about her junior season on the volleyball court and competing in track & field. Laci shared some of what she learned and talked about what it was like playing alongside some...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 30, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 30, 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
June 29• theft of property-1st degree; Bill Smith...
Cullman City School Board approves personnel changes
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board on Thursday approved several personnel changes.
Three new hires were in attendance: Carson Aaron and Jarrod Helms, who will be teaching social studies in the fall, and Mike Gay, who will be the Career and Technical...
Cullman’s Jordan Lee earns 3rd career MLF Bass Pro Tour win at General Tire Stage Six at Lake St. Clair Presented by John Deere Utility Vehicles
HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (June 29, 2023) – Championship Thursday on Lake St. Clair started off with a bang, with Berkley pro Jordan Lee of Cullman, Alabama , taking advantage of the early morning bite to put together a five-bass limit weighing 23 pounds, 4 ounces to earn his third Bass...
2 Benedictine monks ordained to priesthood at St. Bernard Abbey
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Abbey announces the ordination of two of its monks, Father Paschal (Gabriel) Paulter, O.S.B. and Father Pachomius (Gustavo) Alvarado-Garcia, O.S.B., to the priesthood on Saturday, June 10, at the Abbey Church in Cullman by the Most Rev. Elias R....
The Link expands kindergarten readiness camp to 7 locations
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County is gearing up to host another year of kindergarten readiness camps, this year in seven different locations to better serve those incoming students who may not have had the opportunity of attending a preschool or Head...
Vinemont man killed in 2-vehicle crash
DECATUR POST—A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:23 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, has claimed the life of a Vinemont man. Johnny D. McDonald, 83, was fatally injured when the 2017 Cadillac XT5 that he was a passenger in, was struck by a 2007 Toyota...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 29, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 29, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
June 26• domestic violence; CR 698• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; CR 632• possession...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Push yourself’: Fairview’s Ada Fales talks sophomore season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies are coming off another good softball season as they finished just one game shy of a trip to Regionals. Sophomore Ada Fales talked about that season, what she learned and what it was like playing with a...
Pet of the week: Livin’ life in peace with Freida
CULLMAN, Ala. – Freida, an approximately 2-year-old female boxer mix with a funky charcoal and cream coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Freida lives up to her name, which is old German for “peace.” She is a low- to medium-energy girl,...
St. Bernard alumni celebrate reunions and anniversaries
CULLMAN, Ala. - The weekend of June 22-25, 2023, was a time of joy and nostalgia for the alumni of St. Bernard, who came from across the United States to be reunited at their Alma Mater. Since its founding in 1891 the school has...
Cullman Co. man sentenced to 99 years for wife’s murder
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County man, who was convicted of murder in April for the for the Jan. 27, 2021, slaying of his wife, Tammy McClellan of Arkadelphia, has been sentenced to 99 years in prison for the crime. Cullman County Circuit Court...
Cullman Regional welcomes OB-GYN Taylor Massengill, MD to Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - OBGYN Taylor Massengill, MD has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Massengill treats and provides care for uncomplicated pregnancy, high-risk pregnancy, routine well woman exams, routine teen exams, contraception counseling, polycystic ovary syndrome, infertility, pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, cervical dysplasia and vulvar...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 28, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 28, 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.
ArrestsJune 27
Jones, David W.; 53• possession...
Learning never stops: West Elementary hosts summer reading camp
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary School has spent recent weeks hosting its three-week summer reading camp, offering kindergarten to third-grade students a chance to refine their reading and writing skills while they prepare for the 2023-2024 school year.
Around 100 students have participated in the...
Cullman Sportscards & Fun Shop opens new location
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Sportscards & Fun Shop officially opened the doors of its new location in downtown Cullman Wednesday morning and owner Johnny Kampis is excited to welcome everyone to the new space. Kampis first opened the store in April 2021 near East...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Handle tough situations with Jesus and class’: Cullman’s Olivia Britton looks back on Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cullman senior softball player, Olivia Britton. Olivia made a lot of great memories during her playing days with the Bearcats and feels lucky to have played alongside some amazing teammates at Cullman.
"My favorite softball memories...
Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 dates, details announced
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 – which will also celebrate the 150th anniversary of Cullman – will take place Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 28-30.
The expanded biergarten, located at Festhalle, will officially open at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28.
The must-see parade, including a horse-drawn German...
Cullman’s Peoples Bank ranks in Forbes 2023 America’s Best Banks in Each State list
CULLMAN, Ala. - Peoples Bank of Alabama (PBAL) is proud to announce its inclusion in the sixth annual ranking of the Forbes 2023 America’s Best Banks in Each State list released June 20, 2023. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista, Inc.,...
