‘Spiders Aren’t Scary’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex on Friday hosted a no-so-creepy-crawly Little Farmers program. Called “Spiders Aren’t Scary,” the event saw preschoolers ages 3-5 learning all about our eight-legged friends.
Agriplex Executive Director Rachel Dawsey said she didn’t use real spiders in case any...
ACES: Flash drought- conquering a dry domain
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Fall has brought a wave of aridity to Alabama along with its pleasant temperatures. In the new climate, homeowners around the state are witnessing their grass brown and plants weaken because of insufficient natural moisture. To assist around the home,...
Hanceville City Council honors local historian Norman Boone
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council on Thursday honored local historian and Hanceville High School class of 1969’s Norman Boone. Boone single-handedly uploaded Hanceville High School’s yearbooks from 1948 through 2018 to the internet, ensuring the school’s online footprint for generations to come....
Wreaths Across America expands FREE TEACH program curriculum for educators
COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine - This year’s theme for Wreaths Across America (WAA) is “Find a Way to Serve.” In keeping with this, the organization launched a new TEACH program earlier this year. The program, which was put together by retired educator and Gold Star...
AL Children’s Health Insurance Program celebrates silver anniversary
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Children’s Health Insurance (CHIP) Program is celebrating 25 years of serving Alabama children and teens with high quality, low-cost health care coverage for families with incomes above Medicaid eligibility and up to 300% of federal poverty level.
“For the past 25...
‘A blessing’: Colony receives $400K grant for road improvements
COLONY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday announced she has awarded nearly $19.3 million to provide improvements in 49 Alabama towns, cities and counties. In Cullman County, the Town of Colony received a $399,827 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for road improvements.
Roadways in...
October teacher, staff member of the month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and America's First (AmFirst) Federal Credit Union recognize a teacher and staff member each month.
This month’s honorees were AmFirst Teacher of the Month Skylar King, who is the band director at Vinemont High School, and AmFirst Staff Member...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930, 1950
From the files of 1900
M. Dickerman has purchased the sawmill, belonging to W. Turney, near Vinemont.
Doctor W.A. Barclift, of Hartselle, is having a cottage erected on the bluff, overlooking the Vinemont railroad station and will use it as a summer home.
Mrs. M.W. Howard stopped...
Paws for Mental Health coming Saturday, Oct. 29
CULLMAN, Ala. – WellStone invites the community, including canine companions, to Paws for Mental Health at Heritage Park Saturday, Oct. 29, from 2-4 p.m. The free event will include treats for canine attendees, a mini parade, Halloween photo backdrop for fun pictures with pets...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs pulls away to defeat Greene County 30-26
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles returned home for senior night Friday night, and they celebrated the occasion with a 30-26 win over Greene County. The Tigers led the game 26-22 in the fourth quarter, but a late touchdown run by Matt Williams...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison collects 20-7 win at Falkville
FALKVILLE, Ala. – Addison traveled about 30 minutes up the road to Falkville to play the 2A Blue Devils in a late season out of region matchup. The visiting Bulldogs went old school and ran the Devils ragged as they ruined Senior Night for Falkville...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont hammers Danville at home 48-14
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont hosted the Danville Hawks in a huge region matchup that had huge real playoff implications Friday and the Eagles played a complete game, coming out on top 48-14. The Eagles got the ball to start the game and Kyler Pugh...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point falls to East Limestone at home 35-20
WEST POINT, Ala. – The East Limestone Indians came into West Point looking for a win Friday night and despite the Warriors building an early lead, East Limestone was able to pull away in the final frame to defeat West Point 35-20.
East Limestone received...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 7 Meek mauls Vina 54-0 to improve to 8-0
VINA, Ala. – The seventh-ranked Meek Tigers were back on the road Friday night for a regional matchup against Vina and they proved once again that the running game travels. The Tigers jumped out to a 33-0 lead in the first quarter and cruised...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope earns 5th straight playoff berth with 40-7 win over Fultondale
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After picking up a big win on the road last week against Ashville, the Good Hope Raiders looked to get another region win at home against Fultondale for homecoming. Good Hope got off to a quick start and they ended...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman’s final drive falls just short in 23-16 loss at Muscle Shoals
MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. – After collecting a region win over Columbia at home last week, the Bearcats were back on the road Friday night for a regional battle at Muscle Shoals. Like a lot of Cullman’s game this season, this one came down to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab tops Guntersville 34-20 for 1st win over Wildcats since 2012
ARAB, Ala. – After hammering Boaz on the road last week, the Arabian Knights returned home for a massive regional matchup with the Guntersville Wildcats Friday night. The Knights haven’t defeated the Wildcats since 2012 but they made up for lost time Friday night,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview’s Frost sets new county rushing record in 51-30 win at Lawrence County
MOULTON, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies were back on the road Friday night for a regional matchup against Lawrence County and it was another historic night for Aggies running back Eli Frost. Frost set new school records for rushing yards and rushing touchdowns in...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 12
leaving the scene of an accident; 3rd St. S.E. and 6th...
Vinemont council approves tax abatement for The Shaddix Company
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday approved a 10-year, $485,000 tax abatement for The Shaddix Company for the construction of a new building addition, a $8.7 million project.
Cullman Economic Development Agency Project Manager Stanley Kennedy discussed the abatement with the council....
Fall festivals and Halloween events
CULLMAN, Ala. - Autumn is a beloved season to many in Cullman with summer heat bidding adieu, mosquito population dwindling and fall festivals and Halloween community events on the schedule. Below is a list of upcoming events for family fun. If you would like...
Coffee for a cause
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kathryn Neese, owner of Scooter’s Coffee in Cullman, has found a way for her business to give back to local causes with monthly Days of Giving in which a percentage of the days’ sales are donated to a worthy cause. This...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Holly Pond knocks off Cold Springs to win 2A, Area 12 title
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond hosted this year’s Class 2A, Area 12 Tournament Thursday night and the Lady Broncos knocked off the Cleveland Lady Panthers and the Cold Springs Lady Eagles to claim this year’s area title and move on to next week’s North Regional...
Digital Awareness event scheduled for Cullman City Schools families
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools will host a Digital Awareness Seminar for city school district parents, students and community members on Tuesday, Oct. 18. The free event will be held at the Cullman High School auditorium from 6-7:30 p.m.
The seminar aims to help...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Good Hope sweeps Oneonta to win 4A, Area 12 Tournament
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After capturing the Cullman County Championship a week ago, the Good Hope Lady Raiders were back on their home floor Thursday night hosting this year’s Class 4A, Area 12 Tournament. Oneonta defeated Hanceville to advance to the finals and the...
Gadsden man killed in single-vehicle crash
DECATUR, Ala. - A Gadsden man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Wednesday, Oct. 12, at approximately 11:19 p.m. near Battleground.
Alabama State Troopers said Deangelo W. Ross, 37, was fatally injured when the 2014 Infiniti Q50 he was driving left the roadway and struck...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 11
unlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; I-65 NB MM 299 unlawful possession...
Local youth shine during Alabama National Fair Livestock Shows
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Just outside the ring where youth exhibit meticulously groomed livestock, family and friends cheer on their loved ones — and lend support when the showing gets tough.
“These kids think nothing about getting up and going again when they get knocked down,”...
‘Success is achieved through hard and continuous work’: Good Hope senior Ashlin Hamm ready for cheer season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Another year of cheer season is here and for Good Hope senior Ashlin Hamm, it has been an amazing experience for her. She feels so blessed to cheer alongside a great group of girls. She has taken away a lot...
Greens & Beans Bluegrass Festival this Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Downtown Merchants Association (CDMA) will host the inaugural Greens & Beans Bluegrass Festival at Depot Park Friday, Oct. 14, from 5-10 p.m., featuring bluegrass artists Cotton Pickin’ Kids, Barefoot Nellie and Cottonmouth Creek.
CDMA President Judith Caples previously told The...
Soggy Senior Day at Cullman County Fair
CULLMAN, Ala. – Despite the drizzling rain Wednesday morning, Cullman County residents over the age of 55 gathered for Senior Day at Cullman County Fair. The special day was sponsored by Comfort Care Home Health and Hospice, which provided free T-shirts to the first...
Cullman City Council approves ‘Jeepers Creepers’ event
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Monday meeting approved the annual Cullman County Wranglers Jeepers Creepers Trunk or Treat event for Saturday, Oct. 29. This Halloween event is different from many others in that it benefits Cullman Caring for Kids by...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 12, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 9
theft of lost property-4th degree, criminal trespassing-3rd degree; Walmart; Olive St....
‘This is really changing the culture of volleyball’: Cullman County Youth Volleyball Association completes 2nd season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman County Youth Volleyball Association just wrapped up its second season and that brought some young, talented volleyball players to compete in their respective age groups. They finished the season with a 12-team tournament on Saturday Oct. 1.
Jennifer Rohrscheib is the...
Dodge City Tattoo Company Halloween Art and Oddities Market Oct. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - Lovers of all things spooky will have an opportunity to attend a special event featuring a variety of horror-themed crafts this year at Dodge City Tattoo Company. The tattoo shop will host its first Halloween Art and Oddities Market Saturday, Oct....
Cullman Regional Wound Care Clinic offering hyperbaric oxygen therapy
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Regional is proud to welcome a new provider team to the Cullman Regional Wound Care Clinic. Conrad Cash, CRNP, and Jessica Martin, CRNP, have joined Dr. Greg Thompson and Dr. Carlos Villar in providing wound care services to patients.
Cullman Regional’s...
United Way Designer Bag Bingo coming Nov. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County is gearing up for its next event, Designer Bag Bingo, to be held Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Loft 212. The yearly event promises to be a good time for all who attend to support the...
ACES: Is your drinking water safe?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Safe drinking water is a major issue for many people. In fact, a 2022 Gallup poll revealed that 57% of Americans worry more about safe drinking water than climate change. Although regulations to test local water supplies – such as the Safe...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 11, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 6
unlawful possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession of dangerous drug, unlawful possession of marijuana,...
Cullman Wal-Mart raises more than $33K for Children’s of Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Wal-Mart and Sam’s Clubs locations in Alabama concluded their annual campaign for Children’s of Alabama, a member of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH), raising more than $775,000 for the state’s only freestanding pediatric medical center.
Wal-Mart store #670 in Cullman was one...
‘Carry God with me’: Holly Pond junior Emma Earl excited for volleyball season
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I spoke with Holly Pond Junior Emma Earl. Earl talked about the valuable experience she gained from playing last season and how she feels to be playing with another great group of girls this year.
"I feel like...
Jacobs proclaims October Alpha Delta Kappa month in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local Alpha Delta Kappa (ADK) members Linda Walker and Laurita Hogland met with Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, as he proclaimed the month of October 2022 Alpha Delta Kappa Month in the city of Cullman. The purpose of...
Cullman Comes Out event peaceful, despite online backlash
CULLMAN, Ala. - The LGBTQ pride event Cullman Comes Out was held Saturday at Depot Park. In the weeks leading up to and the days following the event, community response has varied from enthusiastic support to critical backlash.
Despite a barrage of negativity on social...
Kicking Cancer in Cullman offers boot scootin’ good time
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Active Adult Center Dancers and Kickers will host Kicking Cancer in Cullman, a line dancing workshop and social, on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. with an hour lunch break. Proceeds will benefit the Cullman County Bosom Buddies...
Veigl family opens Cullman Haus and the Sweet Suite
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, representatives from the Cullman City Council and Cullman Economic Development Agency and family friends were on-hand for a tour Monday as Edgar and Beth Veigl unveiled their latest venture: Cullman Haus and the...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 10
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 10, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 3
theft of property-4th degree; Shell 157; Hwy 157; alcohol; $4
October 7
forgery-3rd...
‘Tools of the Trade’ event for area students Nov. 3
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Over 1,000 eighth graders from all over Cullman County will participate in the upcoming Career Showcase: Tools of the Trade to be held at Wallace State Community College on Thursday, Nov. 3. The annual event for students to explore future career...
TRAFFIC ALERT: CSX railroad crossing closures begin week of Oct. 10
CULLMAN, Ala. - CSX Transportation will be working on its railroad tracks beginning the week of Oct. 10. Work is planned for Tuesday-Friday evenings from 8 p.m.-6 a.m.
Expect the following railroad crossings to be closed at some point during this project:
CITY OF CULLMAN
•...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 8 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The end of the regular season is getting closer and there were some key games going around the local area regarding playoff seeding and who will get in the postseason. The Cullman Bearcats hosted the Vinemont Eagles, the Good Hope Raiders...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1950
From the files of 1900
The Polytechnic College will close Friday and the scholars will picnic at Blue Hole on Saturday.
Mrs. Judge Fuller and pretty little daughter, Gladys and Miss Caroline Schlosser visited Birmingham this week.
Oster and “Baby” McMinn returned home on Tuesday, from Memphis,...
52 ODES TO JOY: S.U.N.S. EXPLORERS
“The JOYrontologist” is saluting joy-seeking explorers this Columbus Day holiday. As we raise flutes of Prosecco and chow down on veal pizza (recipe below), I’m thinking not only of the great, Italian navigator, Cristoforo Columbo, and his Spanish “GoFundMe” campaigns but also of the...
Chamber welcomes 2022-23 Leadership Cullman County class
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Programs Administrator Paige Clabo, along with the Leadership Committee, welcomed participants in Leadership Cullman County 2022-23 last week to the session’s kick-off event at Stone Bridge Farms. Joining the team was Dr. Bruce Pieper with Emerge2Lead.
This...
Birmingham man convicted for role in kidnapping of Kamille ‘Cupcake’ McKinney
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A federal jury on Friday convicted a Birmingham man for kidnapping and conspiracy to kidnap a minor victim, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and Federal Bureau of Investigation Acting Special Agent in Charge Felix A. Rivera-Esparra.
The jury returned its guilty...
Marshall: Joppa man’s murder conviction appeal denied
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Attorney Gen. Steve Marshall on Friday announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the conviction of Dale Lynn Hopson, 54, of Joppa, for murder. Hopson was convicted in Marshall County Circuit Court on Feb. 26, 2021, for the murder of...
Think you can identify the ‘killer?’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) will host Midnight at the Masquerade, a murder mystery dinner event at the Browne Stone Centre at Stone Bridge Farms on Friday, Oct. 21, from 6-10 p.m. Doors will open at...
Cullman County Fair opens for 68th year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Fair is officially underway following opening ceremonies Thursday evening. After the national anthem, the flag was raised before members of the Cullman County Commission, Cullman County Fair Association (CCFA) and Cullman Lions Club cut the ribbon, signaling the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs drops road game at Aliceville 52-8
ALICEVILLE, Ala. – The Eagles took a tough loss to Winston County on the road last week, but they had to regroup quickly and travel to Aliceville for another regional game Friday night. Cold Springs held a lead over Aliceville in the first quarter,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond drops region matchup at West End 49-26
WALNUT GROVE, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos dropped a 28-26 nail biter at Gaston last week and they had to quickly put it behind them and get ready for another road trip Friday night. The Broncos traveled to Walnut Grove to take on...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville drops region battle at Etowah 48-7
ETOWAH, Ala. – After dropping a tight heartbreaker at Good Hope last week, the Hanceville Bulldogs were back on the road Friday night for a big regional matchup against Etowah. Unfortunately for the Bulldog faithful in the stadium, the Blue Devils dominated most of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Frost’s record-setting night lifts Fairview over Brewer 55-13
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Friday night was a historic one at Dafford Smith Stadium. The Aggies hammered the Brewer Patriots 55-13, but the real story of the night was Eli Frost. Frost has been a nightmare for opposing defenses so far this fall and against...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont falls to Madison Academy at home 49-7
VINEMONT, Ala. – Coming off a road loss to J.B. Pennington last week, the Vinemont Eagles returned home Friday night to take on one of the toughest teams in Region 7, Madison Academy. Unfortunately, it was a tough night for the Eagles, and they...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab dominates regional matchup at Boaz 56-17
BOAZ, Ala. – The Arabian Knights bounced back with an impressive win at Crossville last week and they stayed on the road Friday night to face Boaz in another regional matchup and the Knights brought some fireworks with them. Arab racked up 49 points...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 7 Meek rolls over Shoals Christian 63-0
ARLEY, Ala. – The seventh-ranked Meek Tigers are coming off a massive win over Addison last week but that didn’t trip them up Friday night when they hit the field to host Shoals Christian. The Tigers scored early and often in this one, hammering...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point shuts out Ardmore 21-0
WEST POINT, Ala. – After earning a big win at Lawrence County last week, the West Point Warriors returned home Friday night for another regional matchup against Ardmore. The Warriors put together a stellar defensive performance for their home crowd and collected a 21-0...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope punches postseason ticket with 20-7 win at Ashville
ASHVILLE, Ala. – The Raiders edged out Hanceville 26-20 to pick up a big region last week and they hit the road Friday night for another critical region battle at Ashville. Just like last week’s game, Friday night’s against the Bulldogs of Ashville was...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman picks up 35-6 region win over Columbia
CULLMAN, Ala. – After collecting a massive region win over Athens on the road last week, the Cullman Bearcats returned home to Mark Britton Field at Oliver Woodard Stadium Friday night for another regional matchup. This time the opponent was Columbia and the ‘Cats...
ACES: Practicing fire safety in the fall
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Fall is a popular season for bonfires, campfires and prescribed burning in Alabama. To spread the word on practicing fire safety, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System regional agent informs everyone about responsibly enjoying autumn’s beautiful weather.
Ryan Mitchell said thoughtful planning...
Hanceville 5th graders get hands-on lessons
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Almost 100 Hanceville Elementary School fifth graders saw firsthand the application of math skills this week in a new building being constructed on campus. In a tour organized by teacher Mark Armstrong, the students saw the construction site, studied blueprints and...
1 injured, Just GM Auto & Truck Repair Plus heavily damaged in fire
Updated 10-7-2022 at 6:45 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A fire injured one person and heavily damaged Just GM Auto & Truck Repair Plus in Cullman Friday morning. Cullman Fire Rescue responded to reports of an explosion at the local business, located at 105 Third Ave. SW at 10:06 a.m. Authorities said...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 7, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 6
theft of lost property-4th degree; 4th St. S.W; phone; $100
Arrests
October 6
Barker,...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Women’s Golf breaks team record, Cross Country wins at Topper Trail, Softball defeats Auburn 4-0 in exhibition game
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State women’s golf broke a team scoring record and won the Wallace State Fall Invite held recently at Cross Creek Golf Course.
Recording their lowest ever two-day score of 632, the team finished 24 strokes ahead of the second-place team of...
‘Nightmare in Vinemont’ returning
VINEMONT, Ala. - “Nightmare in Vinemont,” the popular haunted house attraction organized by the Vinemont-Providence Volunteer Fire Department is returning for its third year. It will run from 7 p.m.- midnight Oct. 14-15, 21-22 and 28-29 at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center at...
Little Pink Dress raises funds for local cancer patients
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation (CCBBF) held its third annual Little Pink Dress Benefit Tuesday night at Loft 212, with proceeds marked for the day-to-day living expenses such as utility bills, transportation costs, food cards and other approved needs, for...
A citizens’ guide to public comments at local government meetings
A county commissioner appeared shocked at a meeting this summer when the county ordinance stipulating guidelines for the public comments portion of commission meetings was cited, despite his eight years in office participating in the meetings.
Cullman City Council meetings have been contentious at times...
St. Bernard holds Senior Dedication Mass
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard seniors, the Class of 2023, were honored Sept. 29 with a special Senior Dedication Mass recognizing them as leaders of the student body of St. Bernard Prep.
Giving the homily at the celebration, Abbot Marcus Voss explained that all were...
39th annual Cullman County Band Exhibition hosts 9 area bands
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 39th annual Cullman County Band Exhibition took place Saturday at Cullman High School’s Oliver Woodard Stadium. The stands were filled with those excited to see the halftime shows the nine area bands spent the last few months perfecting. Like most...
‘Never let anything stop you from loving the game of softball’: Cold Springs’ Hope Speegle excited for upcoming season
BREMEN, Ala. -- Last season was a solid one for the Cold Springs Lady Eagles as they finished 11-10 on the season under first-year head coach Paige Adams. Cold Springs sophomore Hope Speegle talked about last season and what she learned during the year.
"I...
Wallace State releases Summer 2022 President’s and Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates the 226 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Summer 2022 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester while...
Ribbon cut on re-opened Downtown Grill
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Downtown Grill and Side Bar officially re-opened to the public Monday, Oct. 3, with a Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony. The popular restaurant was closed for more than a year following a devastating fire.
Downtown Grill Owners Justin and...
Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival returns Oct. 15
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville is bringing back its popular Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, Oct. 15, along Commercial Street in downtown Hanceville from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. The arts and craft show is scheduled before the Mud Creek Marching Festival competition this year...
Family fun returns with the Cullman County Fair Oct. 6-15
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Fair, a premier county event recognized throughout the region as one of the South’s best, returns Thursday evening, Oct. 6, at 5 p.m. with its opening ceremony. The fair is officially a “senior citizen,” celebrating its 68th year...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 5
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 5, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 2
theft of property-3rd degree; Dollar General; 1st Ave. S.W; cash
October 3
leaving...
Victim Services Masquerade Ball back after 2 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman’s second annual Masquerade Ball will take place Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 6-10 p.m. at Brick Haven.
The innaugural Masquerade Ball was held in 2019. Due to COVID-19, the event was canceled the last two years.
VSOC Executive Director Carol...
‘Everybody is family at Fairview’: Morgan Lindsay remembers her Aggie years
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview basketball player Morgan Lindsay. There was one very special basketball memory that Morgan will always remember during her time at Fairview, and she had some great high school memories as well.
"My favorite basketball memory...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison downs Central Florence on senior night
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the 4A Central Florence Lady Wildcats on Senior Night at Allen Stephenson Gym in a closely contested volleyball game. The Lady Bulldogs took the match in four sets, 25-14, 24-26, 25-20 and 25-21.
The first set started out fairly equally, as...
COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Good Hope tops Holly Pond to claim back to back county titles
GOOD HOOPE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Volleyball Tournament wrapped up at Good Hope High School Tuesday night and for the second year in a row, the Lady Raiders are county champions. Good Hope knocked off Holly Pond in its first match of...
Community mourns loss of Terrell and Candace Glass
CULLMAN, Ala. - A husband and wife from Hayden, Alabama, known for their kindness and friendship, were killed Friday night, Sept. 30, in a motorcycle crash in Guntersville.
Terrell and Candace Glass, both 31, were members of the Saints Motorcycle Club (MC) in Birmingham.
Cullman Saints...
Candlelight Walking Tour provides Cullman history highlights
CULLMAN, Ala. - Julie Burks and Michael Sullins hosted the Oktoberfest Candlelight Walking Tour on Thursday evening beginning under the statue of Cullman founder John G. Cullmann. With well over 100 walkers hungry for local history joining the pair along the path, the tour...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests last week, including:
Monday, Sept. 26
Deputies arrested Christopher Michael Johnson, 34, of Cullman, on failure to appear warrants for unlawful possession of methamphetamine and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.
------- Deputies went to a residence...
Caring for Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Good Samaritan Health Clinic will hold its sixth annual Caring for Cullman Concert on Monday, Oct. 17, at Northbrook Baptist Church. Returning to help the clinic with its biggest fundraising event are gospel musicians Triumphant Quartet and comedian Mickey Bell.
Joining...
The Butcher Meat Co. to host Backyard Grill-Off Oct. 22
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Butcher Meat Co. in Vinemont is welcoming competitors to enter its Backyard Grill-Off Saturday, Oct. 22. Competitors are asked to sign up by Oct. 14.
Kadi and Justin Smith opened the shop in July and decided to host the event to...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 4, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
None
Arrests
October 3
Steele, James B; 46
FTA-driving while suspended FTA-insurance violation
Hanceville Police Department
Incidents and arrests...
2-car wreck on Hwy. 278 kills 1
CULLMAN, Ala. – A two-vehicle wreck on Monday, Oct. 3, claimed the life of Bonnie F. Pirkle, 79, of Crane Hill, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick.
A media release from ALEA said the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero...
COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Holly Pond, Good Hope dominate day 1
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Volleyball Tournament officially got underway at Good Hope High School Monday night, and we had six matches on day one to get the ball rolling. Fairview, West Point and Holly Pond swept their way through the...
Pet of the Week: Tigger(s) are wonderful things!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Tigger.
Tigger is a 2.5-3-year-old tri-colored shepherd mix boy with a freckled snout. The charming gentleman understands leash etiquette and loves learning new tasks...
Wrapping up Oktoberfest 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. - Oktoberfest 2022 kicked off its final day Saturday with the 5K/10K and wrapped up almost 16 hours later with Chase Wright closing out the German heritage festival.
Downtown Cullman saw Oktoberfest celebrants arriving in the early morning to participate in the races....
AL doctors to host Facebook Live discussion on threat of fentanyl Oct. 5
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As Alabama is experiencing a surge in fentanyl overdose deaths, physicians with the Medical Association of the State of Alabama will host a Facebook Live webcast on Wednesday, Oct. 5, to discuss the dangers of illicit fentanyl and treatment options.
Viewers of...
What’s that? Whataburger coming to Cullman!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Planning Commission approved the site plan for a proposed Whataburger on Cherokee Avenue Southwest and Swafford Road Southwest, with few contingencies. The new location will provide seating for 76 customers. The burger chain, headquartered in San Antonio,...
‘Healthy Foundations’ each Tuesday in October
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism recently announced a new four-part learning and make-and-take series called Healthy Foundations. The organization is teaming up with local herbalist and owner of Griffin Family Farms, Marisa Griffin, who will instruct classes each Tuesday in...
