Workouts with a purpose
ADDISON, Ala. – Southern Style CrossFit Owner Misty Thomas has recently begun offering modified training sessions for a local teen. The gym, located in Addison, welcomed 19-year-old cancer survivor Levi Bates, and is providing specialized services to meet his unique needs.
Diagnosed with T-cell lymphoma...
Wallace State inducts members into English and math honor societies
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is proud to announce more than 50 students earned invitations to join Sigma Kappa Delta and Mu Alpha Theta honor societies.
Sigma Kappa Delta (SKD) is the National English Honor Society for two-year colleges. Wallace State’s Theta Delta...
Zip in for some fun!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was cut on the grand opening of Smith Lake Ziplines Friday, June 2, with representatives from the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, Cullman County Commission and more on-hand to celebrate with owners Craig Chapman and Brian Waldrep.
Smith Lake...
October 2021 events you won’t want to miss
CULLMAN, Ala. - This October, there are loads of activities for friends and family of all ages throughout Cullman. As most know, October ushers in the series of months that contain the most holidays for the year. From October 1st – January 1st, there...
Attorney General Steve Marshall announces partnership with Amazon to counter pandemic-related price gouging by unscrupulous operators
(MONTGOMERY)—Attorney General Steve Marshall announced yesterday a partnership with Amazon.com to combat unconscionable online price gouging of Alabamians by bad actors during the current pandemic. The partnership is part of Attorney General Marshall’s effort to enlist the nation’s largest technology companies to stem...
PREP BASEBALL: Cold Springs races past Altamont 13-10, Wednesday scoring recap
Cold Springs 13 - Altamont 10 (Baseball)
Cold Springs didn't waste any time getting on the scoreboard against Altamont. They batted around and scored six runs in the first inning. RBI singles by Lindan Hill, Matt Williams, and Ethan Nabors, a two-run double by Samuel...
Local woman leading chronological Bible study, almost 100 strong
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County has a reputation for being a Bible centric. One local woman felt a calling that a reputation for being a Bible-believing area wasn’t enough and has taken the lead in involving her community in a Bible study that is...
Cullman Lions Club calls for churches, schools and businesses to participate in Veterans Day National Salute
CULLMAN, Ala. – Nov. 11, 2021, will be the centennial of the dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Centennial Committee has proposed many projects to honor the Unknown American soldiers who fought and died during World War One and in subsequent...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 8, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 8, 2024. 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
March 6• theft of property-4th degree; person; 2nd...
Funding made available for shade structures at Alabama Title I schools, applications invited
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Skin cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, yet an estimated 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) encourages everyone to be aware of the dangers of overexposure to...
Wallace State Volleyball No. 1 seed going into ACCC tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College volleyball team will compete in the ACCC/NJCAA Gulf Atlantic District Volleyball Tournament as the No. 1 seed. Tournament play begins Friday, Nov. 4 at the Mobile Civic Center.
Wallace State will take on No. 8 seed Enterprise...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 24, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 24, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
Aug. 20
unlawful possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1545
theft of property; Leonard...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
November 20• harassment; Daystar Dr.• theft of property; Highland St. SE• assault; CR 1242•...
BSC to remain open after Board of Trustees vote
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Birmingham-Southern College’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously Wednesday evening to keep the College open.
“The Board of Trustees has made the informed and thoughtful decision to keep Birmingham-Southern open,” said the Rev. Keith D. Thompson ‘83, chair of the Board. “We have...
PREP BASKETBALL: Aggies, Lady Aggies open season with home sweep of Holly Pond
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview
hosted Holly Pond in a county matchup on Tuesday night and the hosting Aggies
and Lady Aggies took both varsity games. The Lady Aggies cruised past the Lady
Broncos 54-24 and a huge first half was key for Fairview in their 84-40 rout...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 20, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 20, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 19
theft of property-2nd degree; Lowe’s; retail; miscellaneous; Cherokee...
Arrests and incidents reported February 9, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 9, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
February 7
first-degree theft by deception; person; cash
February 8
Arrests
February 8
McClellan,...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 3 scoring recap
WEST POINT, Ala. – Week three of the youth football season has come and gone and there was another full slate of great games going on Saturday. The West Point Warriors hosted the Hanceville Bulldogs, the Cold Springs Eagles traveled to take on the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 18, 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 16• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
Arrests and incidents reported August 26, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 26, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 23
criminal mischief; CR 617unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...
Veteran Memorial: Joseph Edward Reeder and Albert “Buck” Reeder
Joseph and Albert Reeder were brothers born to Richard and Ida Reeder of Route 8, Cullman County. Joseph, the elder of the two, was born August 8, 1917 with Albert arriving November 28, 1921.
Both Joseph and Albert would enlist for military service and serve...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont suffers 1st loss of season to Brewer
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont returned home Thursday night to host Brewer and unfortunately for Eagle fans, the Patriots were in control from the start, jumping out to an early lead and pulling away to win it 11-0.
It didn't take long for Brewer to get on...
Traffic fatality update
DECATUR POST — A two-vehicle crash at approximately 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, has claimed the life of a Louisville, Ky., man. Conor J. Nelis, 22, was fatally injured when the 2013 Ford Focus in which he was a passenger was struck by a 2015 Mack...
Snead’s Farmhouse holds ribbon cutting
VINEMONT, Ala. – Owner Judy Snead, along with members of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, cut the ribbon on Snead’s Farmhouse Friday morning to signal its grand opening. Started in 2019 with a couple of chickens, Snead’s Farmhouse is now home to 130...
Arrests and incidents reported July 26, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 26, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 22
unlawful possession of marijuana; Hwy. 69 Nharassment; CR 601using false identity to avoid arrest;...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond drops season opener at Clements 48-34
CLEMENTS, Ala. – Holly Pond hit the road to kick off the 2022 season at Clements Friday night and after a slow first half, the Broncos were able to put some points on the board, but they couldn’t quite keep up with the Colts...
Show your heart some love this month with a heart-healthy diet
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - When it comes to heart health, diet matters. Experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine say wholesome nutrition is a major factor in combating plaque buildup in the arteries that can lead to heart...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops region opener at Russellville 48-14
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. – The West Point Warriors made the trip to Russellville to open up region play Friday night and they had their hands full with the Tigers. Russellville built a 41-0 lead in the first half and the Warriors were unable to overcome...
Cullman VFW plans active approach to Memorial Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – In the leadup to Memorial Day on May 30, Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 has a full slate of activities, including its annual placement of American flags along U.S. Highway 31 and on veterans’ graves in local cemeteries.
Post Commander...
Hanceville City Council approves inaugural Christmas on Commercial event, resurfacing of Hopewell Rd.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council this week voted to approve a new holiday event: Christmas on Commercial.
Maggie Soleto of Vintage Magnolias and Ashley Tally of Something Simple Boutique, both located on Commercial Street, brought the idea of holding a holiday market prior...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 28, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 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 DepartmentIncidents
July 26• domestic violence-assault-3rd degree; person; CR 469
July...
CHS Principal Kim Hall announces retirement
CULLMAN, Ala. -- After six years as principal at Cullman High School, and an entire career spent as a Bearcat, Principal Kim Hall has announced she will be retiring at the end of the 2021-2022 school year this spring.
Hall is a lifelong resident of...
Cullman incumbents sweep election; 2 county mayors unseated
CULLMAN, Ala. - Nine municipal elections were held across Cullman County Tuesday, and when the votes were tallied, incumbents in the City of Cullman held their own against some tough challengers, while the mayors of Baileyton and Colony were unseated.
In the City of Cullman,...
Friends of the Public Libraries to host 2nd Annual Book It – Friends of the Public Library 5K in September
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County will be hosting their 2nd Annual Virtual 5K Run/Walk and One Mile Fun Run Sept. 24-30. This event will be held in support of the Cullman County Public Library System. There is...
‘It was so magical’
Falkville hosts inaugural Christmas parade
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The town of Falkville held its first Christmas parade Tuesday night, and saw a huge turnout.
Mayor Ken Winkles said the event was far bigger and better than he could have imagined.
“It was amazing,” Winkles smiled. “I am...
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...
‘Give it your all and never give up’: West Point’s Liberty and Laklin Shadix excited for basketball season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- Last year, the West Point Lady Warriors had another great basketball season, finishing runner-up in the area and clinching another spot in Sub-Regionals. That season was the first one on varsity for junior Liberty Shadix and eighth grader Laklin Shadix....
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman’s Stuedeman named 6A Coach of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats collected a lot of hardware throughout this past season on the hardwood, but they aren’t quite done yet. The latest prize to make its way to Cullman this year belongs to Head Coach Stu Stuedeman, who after his first...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 15, 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
September 13• harassment; person; 5th St. SW
September 14•...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point splits area battles with Brewer
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors took on the Brewer Patriots in a big pair of area matchups at Jim Boyd Gymnasium Friday night and West Point ended up splitting their games. The Lady Warriors rolled past the Lady Patriots 67-30 but in...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders split senior night matchups with Mortimer Jordan
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Thursday
night was senior night at Good Hope and both the Raiders and Lady Raiders
welcomed Mortimer Jordan for a pair of varsity matchups before area tournaments
tip next week. The Lady Raiders fought tooth and nail with Mortimer Jordan for
three quarters but...
CCSO makes 2 unrelated arrests for trafficking, burglary
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies on Oct. 3, 2023, made two separate, unrelated arrests in Holly Pond and Vinemont, addressing a variety of charges ranging from drug trafficking to burglary.
According to CCSO Lt. Chad Whaley, in the first incident,...
Pfizer COVID-19 booster dose for children 5-11 now authorized, recommendations updated
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Children ages 5 - 11 are now authorized to receive a booster dose of Pfizer/BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine at least five months after completion of the primary vaccine series. Children ages 5 - 11 years who are moderately or severely immunocompromised should...
Veteran Memorial: Paul G. Absher
Paul G. Absher was born March 7, 1921 in Cullman County. His parents were Isaac and Hattie Absher of Steppville (Hanceville). His father was a veteran who fought in World War I and Paul’s brother Horace was a veteran of World War II, Korea...
Deadlines near to apply to Wallace State health science programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Deadlines are quickly approaching for students wishing to apply to most health science programs at Wallace State Community College for fall 2022 entry. Potential students should apply for general admission to Wallace State in advance of applying to specific health programs.
May...
PREP SOCCER: West Point Warriors, Lady Warriors earn wins at St. Bernard
CULLMAN, Ala. – West Point made the short trip to St. Bernard for a pair of varsity matchups against the Saints and Lady Saints Tuesday night and both Warrior squads returned home with wins. The Lady Warriors edged St. Bernard 4-3 thanks in large...
Cobblestone Hotel moves ahead
CULLMAN, Ala. – After a public hearing, the Cullman Planning Commission on Tuesday approved the short-form subdivision for the Cobblestone Hotel property at 1835 Main Ave. SW. The new hotel, with a more central location than the ample lodging choices along Alabama Highway 157,...
2 charged following manhunt
WALTER, Ala. - Two men have been charged following a manhunt in the Walter area on Thursday, Dec. 28. According to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, Chad Edward Lindley, 35, of Guin, and Jonathan Leamon Lee, 45, of Logan, are charged with receiving stolen...
Files from yesteryear: 1918, 1938
From the files of 1918
Mrs. John Lewis and children, of Birmingham, are the guests of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Linton.
Colonel and Mrs. A.A. Griffith and son, Kenneth, have returned home from a two-week visit to Red Boiling Springs, Tennessee.
Miss Lily Clapp, of...
Cullman Women Sing brings Christmas spirit
CULLMAN, Ala. – Filling Seventh Street Baptist Church with angelic voices, Cullman Women Sing presented Sing Noel Tuesday to an audience full of joyful hearts. The choral ensemble of area women gathers sheerly for the love of singing and twice a year shares that...
AL Legislature must allocate $2.7B in surplus education funding
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – After budgeting $7.7 billion in tax revenue, the State earned $10.4 billion, creating a $2.7 billion surplus for fiscal year 2022, which lawmakers will have to decide how to spend during the next legislative session, according to the Alabama Association of...
Link brings back V.i.P.S. mentorship program
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County has reestablished its Volunteers in Public Schools, or V.i.P.S., mentorship program to serve West Elementary and Parkside students for the spring semester. The program, a collaborative effort between The Link and Children’s Trust Fund, is designed...
CATA students erect outdoor classroom at Sportsman Lake Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - A few Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) students have spent the last handful of weeks constructing a new outdoor classroom area near the Wildflower Garden at Sportsman Lake Park.
The halfway-finished platform will be around a 16 feet by 20 feet of...
Amazon to phase out older models of Kindle devices
SEATTLE, WA. - Cell carriers have recently decided ‘out with the old, and in with the new’ for older 2G and 3G networks, and are beginning to opt for newer, faster networks such as 4G and 5G. While this does mean progress with newer...
Five bomb threats creating chaos in Cullman County
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Since Aug. 16, there have been five reported bomb threats locally at schools and the Cullman County Courthouse.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Communications Director Chad Whaley said this is an ongoing investigation and diligent attempts are being made to identify who...
City telecommunicators getting new dispatch software
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman’s emergency dispatch center will be using new software in order to better assist the residents of Cullman. According to Cullman Fire Rescue EMS Officer Danny Cain the new technology is called ProQA Dispatch Software and was purchased...
County Commission talks possible litigation in executive session
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday morning held a special-called meeting to vote on a short agenda and then meet in an executive session. The executive session, recommended by County Attorney Emily Johnston, was to discuss pending or possible litigation against...
FBI raid in Falkville
Sources shared that an FBI raid occurred in Falkville this morning allegedly in connection to previous protests/riots that occurred in Washington.
Falkville Mayor Ken Winkles said FBI agents are still on location but didn’t currently have more information to provide.
Witnesses shared that one person has...
Confederate group donates $800 to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Aug. 17, members of the local camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans (Thomas Jefferson Denney Camp #1442) presented two checks to Steven Sutter, director of Cullman Caring for Kids.
The camp won a community service award at the SCV’s Division...
County commissioners sign Clean Up Alabama petition regarding libraries
CULLMAN, Ala. - While the Cullman County Commission has not taken an official stance on the issue, Chairman Jeff Clemons, and all four county commissioners - Garry Marchman, Kerry Watson, Kelly Duke and Corey Freeman - this week signed the Clean Up Alabama petition...
Victim Services collecting stuffed animals for children in crisis
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman (VSOC) is holding a stuffed animal drive to provide comfort to the children in crisis who need to visit its shelters.
VSOC provides crisis response and recovery services for survivors of domestic or sexual violence.
Executive Director Carol Horstman...
CULLMAN COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Fairview tops Good Hope 61-57 to capture JV Boys County title
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Our second championship showdown of the afternoon was for the JV Boys title and featured a matchup between the Fairview Aggies and the Raiders of Good Hope. Both teams battled back and forth in a contest that the Raiders led by...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs topples Holly Pond 28-16
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Cold Springs Eagles traveled to Holly Pond to face off against the Broncos Thursday night. The Eagles spoiled the Broncos’ season opener 28-16.
First-year Bronco Coach Chris Moss’ team features 13 seniors this year.
Holly Pond won the toss and chose...
Alabama to play Michigan in College Football Playoff semifinal
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide will square off with the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines in the College Football Playoff Semifinal on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. The contest is slated to kick off at 4...
Inaugural Miss Mud Creek Pageant taking place April 27
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Miss Mud Creek Pageant will be making its inaugural debut on Saturday, April 27, at the Hanceville Lion's Club,111 Michelle St. NW, starting at 10 a.m. with the baby group. There will be a $40 entry fee for contestants.
Organized by...
Having the want-to
CULLMAN, Ala. - Flourish of Cullman helps people with developmental disabilities learn to manage their lives, including finding jobs that offer a competitive wage and at least some degree of independence. During the month of June, some Flourish students have been exploring the world...
Holly Pond High School welcomes new Assistant Principal, Adam Edmondson
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond High School announced the hiring of new Assistant Principal Adam Edmondson Thursday, Jan. 6. Edmondson is a Holly Pond graduate and has been a long-standing community member of Holly Pond.
“I am humbled and beyond excited to introduce myself...
Lions drop competitive bout with nationally-ranked Mercer at FCS Kickoff
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (August 26, 2023) – A competitive game against a nationally-ranked opponent opened the Brent Dearmon era and the United Athletic Conference era of North Alabama Football on Saturday, as the Lions fell to No. 20 Mercer by a 17-7 final at the...
Prayer and Pledge Ride rolls through county
CULLMAN, Ala. – The weather was hot and humid on Saturday morning as motorcyclists donning black leather climbed on their bikes and headed out to the far reaches of the county. The pack of riders, with the first bike flying an American flag, sped...
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: I-65 closures in Limestone County Nov. 8-11
DECATUR POST — At approximately 8 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, through Friday, Nov. 11, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will close the ramps to and from Interstate 65 southbound at Exit 347 (Huntsville Brownsferry Road/Alabama 304) in Limestone County. The closure will be...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont drops 1st round matchup at Lauderdale County 41-7
ROGERSVILLE, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to face Lauderdale County in the first round of the AHSAA state playoffs Friday night and unfortunately for Eagles fans, the Tigers came away victorious 41-7.
Turnovers plagued Vinemont early. On the Eagles’ first possession, Lauderdale County blocked a punt,...
Wallace State athletics has 4 programs, 41 student-athletes recognized by NJCAA for academic achievements
HANCEVILLE, ALA.
– Four Wallace State Community College teams and 41 student-athletes have
earned National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) academic
recognition for the 2019-2020 academic year.
Wallace State’s women’s cross country and softball
teams compiled the second-best GPA in the nation in their respective sports and
the men’s cross...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville splits senior night matchups with Cold Springs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – It was Senior Night at Lane Horton Gymnasium and Hanceville’s Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs faced off against Cold Springs in their final regular season games. In the girls' game, the Lady Bulldogs erased a double-digit deficit in the fourth quarter to...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison topples 2A Hatton in tight match
ADDISON, Ala. -- If you liked competitive volleyball, then Addison's Allen Stephenson Gym was the place to be today as the Addison Lady Bulldogs hosted their rival and perennial 2A power Hatton Lady Hornets. There was a playoff like atmosphere in the gym as the Lady Dawgs...
Cannabis coming to Cullman?
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday evening approved Resolution 2022-61, authorizing the operation of medical cannabis dispensing sites within unincorporated areas of the county.
Joey Robertson from Wagon Trail Hemp Farm near Dodge City plans to move forward with applying to be...
PREP FOOTBALL: Northside hands Good Hope 1st loss of season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Arguably the biggest game of the week in Cullman County was happening in Good Hope between the fourth-ranked Raiders and eighth-ranked Northside Rams, and after a tight first half, the Rams were able to pull away and collect a 41-16...
WSCC Sonography program pins more than 30 graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College (WSCC) Diagnostic Medical Sonography program presented pins to more than 30 students who graduated from one of the two pathways the program offers. Thirteen students completed the Cardiovascular Pathway and 25 completed the Abdominal/Obstetrics pathway.
Mattie Hice...
School officials address local industry needs for skilled workers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bright and early Friday morning, representatives from more than 20 local industries met with educational leaders to discuss ways of bringing new workers into the workforce. Led by Dale Greer, director of the Cullman Economic Development Agency, the meeting featured speakers...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville opens season with 75-30 win over Asbury, Lady Bulldogs fall 40-30
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs tipped off their season against Asbury at Lane Horton Gymnasium Tuesday night and got things started with an impressive, 75-30 win over the Rams. The Lady Bulldogs took on Asbury as well but dropped a tough battle with...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond, Hanceville preparing to renew county rivalry; Bearcats, Eagles, Tigers facing region foes
With three weeks of high school football in the books,
we’re starting to get into the thick of region play and seeing potential
playoff teams take shape while others are in danger of falling out of
postseason contention in the coming weeks. The Cullman Bearcats will travel...
Labor Day safety tips from CPD, CCSO
CULLMAN, Ala. – With Labor Day coming up this weekend, the Cullman County Sheriff's Office and the Cullman Police Department want to make sure residents have fun and stay safe during the celebrations.
Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta stated, “The biggest thing for this Labor...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has made multiple arrests over the last several days, including:
Tuesday, Jan. 3
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Berlin community.
Eric Dron Taylor, 23, of Cullman, was identified as the driver.
A subsequent search of the vehicle...
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...
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 GOLF: Lady Aggies finish as runners-up at Fairview Spring Classic
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The seventh annual Fairview Spring Classic was held at Chesley Oaks Golf Course Thursday and the Lady Aggies finished tied for second after shooting a 252. Russellville posted a 252 as well and White Plains was the winning team with a...
‘Keeping our children safe will continue to be our No. 1 priority’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) hosted a law enforcement safety event at Desperation Church Tuesday, just a couple of weeks before area students head back to school for the new year.
The event featured Phil Chalmers, a true crime writer, law...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Eagles roll past St. Bernard 54-35, Saints edge Vinemont 42-41
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont
hosted St. Bernard on senior night Thursday after splitting their games against
Cold Springs Tuesday and St. Bernard looked to bounce back after getting swept
by Southeastern. The Lady Eagles rolled past the Lady Saints 54-35 while the
Saints used a second-half comeback to...
Friends of the Library sees success with first Books and Brews event at Goat Island Brewing
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County held its first Books and Brews event at Goat Island Brewing Wednesday evening. The book sale featured a wide selection of books donated to the Cullman County libraries. The event was even...
Governor, State Superintendent of Education: schools closed for remainder of year; education to continue by “alternative methods”
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
- On Thursday afternoon, Gov. Kay Ivey issued a supplemental State of Emergency
notice as she and State Superintendent of Education Dr. Eric Mackey announced
that all schools will remain closed through the remainder of the school year.
Mackey stated that online and take-home resources will...
Fairview home destroyed by fire
Updated 6-21-19 9:34 p.m.
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – A home north of Fairview along the 2300 block of County Road 1527 was destroyed by fire early Friday evening.
Early reports indicate the blaze started in an attached garage and spread through the rest of the home.
No injuries...
Real-life superhero at Cullman Primary School
CULLMAN, Ala. - A first-grade student in Mrs. Allison Bates’ class at Cullman Primary School will be a stem cell donor this week for his younger brother, who was born with severe sickle cell disease. Azrael Coleman is a 100% match for his 5-year-old...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 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
December 7
duty upon striking unattended vehicle; Tony Serra Nissan; Cherokee Ave SW;...
‘Live in the moment’: Zeke White remembers his Cold Springs career
BREMEN, Ala. - In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs guard/defensive end Zeke White, who will continue his academic and athletic career at Millsaps College.
Zeke talked about some of his favorite football and high school memories.
"My best sports memories was getting to play...
Winter precipitation ending this morning but bitterly cold temperatures continue
Winter Weather Advisories will be expiring across eastern and southeastern sections between 9 am – 12 pm.
Wind Chill Advisories and Hard Freeze Warnings for most of state into Wednesday morning.
The good news is that at 6 am temperatures remain above freezing south of an...
Cullman County Schools to implement new vaping policy
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Schools has a new stricter vaping policy to begin the 2021-2022 school year due to the increase in vaping offenses across the district. The policy is in the student handbook: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1183523/FINAL_21-22_Student_Handbook_with_changes_as_of_7-8-21__1_.pdf. A violation of the policy will result...
Op-Ed: Father’s Day
Father's Day is the day that we come together to honor and appreciate the extraordinary fathers in our lives. From the moment we take our first breath, fathers assume a pivotal role in shaping our lives. They become our protectors, mentors and providers. Whether...
Cullman Tree Commission searching for volunteers, introduces new arborist
CULLMAN, Ala- At its meeting on Dec. 19, the Cullman Tree Commission discussed the inaugural Festival of Trees and the possibility of continuing this new “tree-dition” in future holiday displays. It also introduced Shane Bevins and the new city arborist.
Commission Chairman Barry Slatton and...
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...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats drop season opener to Mars Hill 55-21
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats opened up the 2023 season at home on a hot, humid Thursday night against perennial 3A power Mars Hill and after boing blow for blow with the Panthers throughout the first half, Cullman wasn’t able to continue that pace...
