‘You can’t take back time’: Brody Peppers remembers his Cold Springs career
BREMEN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs basketball player Brody Peppers about his years playing for the Eagles. There were a couple of basketball memories that stood out to Brody and had some funny school memories as well.
"I have two...
52 ODES TO JOY: S.U.N.S. ZINE
ODE TO JOY-ZINES
A self-pub, a journal, a dream board, a zine;
All the positivity one might glean.
For you and by you, print one or umpteen;
A roadmap for travels in your joy-making machine.
Your “S.U.N.S. ZINE” is a joy-journal created BYFY (by...
Dissatisfied over CARTS services, Sevita employee sounds off at County Commission work session
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission met for their monthly meeting on Thursday evening to cover a robust agenda.
During the preceding work session, the commissioners and all in attendance heard from retired Cullman County teacher Sharon Ferguson, now employed by Sevita, a national...
Flies from yesteryear: from the files of 1954 and 1937
From the files of 1954:
Marie Peinhardt was chosen Cullman County’s first Dairy Maid, in the contest held Friday at Klein’s creamery. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Peinhardt.
The recent school census for Cullman County and Cullman City shows a total of...
Mental health first aid training to be provided at the Cullman County Library in July
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library will be hosting a Mental Health First Aid training course Tuesday, July 19 and Wednesday, July 20 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. There is no cost for the training or materials as it is a grant-based program...
Bonus Pet of the Week: Form a bond with Bruiser!
CULLMAN, Ala. – With plenty of love to spare these days, Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Bruiser!
According to Ruttkay, Bruiser is a 1-year-old Retriever/Great Pyrenese mix. With a dichotomous name, he is a low-to-medium...
Community Career Fair gives personal quality to hiring process
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development partnered with Cullman Economic Development Agency Thursday to sponsor a Community Career Fair held at The Active Adult Center (formerly the Donald E. Green Senior Center). The fair gave potential employees the chance...
Busted Knuckle Off Road Vehicles to expand facility
CULLMAN, Ala. - A group of members from the Cullman Chamber of Commerce, Wallace State, Cullman Area Technology Academy and the Cullman Economic Development Agency went out to tour Busted Knuckle Off Road facility on Wednesday to see the assembly process of Rock Bouncers....
Elective abortions illegal in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Friday afternoon that the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama has lifted the injunction against Alabama’s Human Life Protection Act.
“The State of Alabama’s emergency motion to lift the injunction and reinstate Alabama’s 2019 law, which...
Tomato enthusiasts prepare for Tomato Taste-Off event at Festhalle Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Extension Office is hosting a Tomato Taste-Off event at Festhalle Farmer’s Market on June 25th to look for the best of the best in the following categories – best tasting cherry tomato, best tasting slicing tomato, best tasting...
Arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 24, 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
June 23
domestic violence – 3rd degree; person; 10th St....
(Update) Escaped inmate who stole ambulance from UAB, vehicle from Cullman recaptured
PHOENIX, AZ - The manhunt for a Jefferson County Inmate ended on Tuesday after being captured by U.S. Marshal’s in Phoenix, Arizona. Phillip Shane Bradford, the Jefferson County inmate who escaped UAB Medicine in a stolen ambulance on June 22, was located six days...
‘Lead by example’: Kaylee Stallings remembers her Holly Pond career
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I spoke with Holly Pond multi-sport athlete Kaylee Stallings about her days as a Bronco. Kaylee made a lot of great memories on and off the field in her time at Holly Pond.
"I have so many memories...
Meeting offers second opportunity to apply to WSCC health science programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Health Science department will host a Second Opportunity informational meeting on Thursday, June 30, at 10:00 a.m. to assist students seeking to enroll in several programs with openings remaining for the fall 2022 semester.
Each year, Health Science programs...
Hanceville emergency personnel give demonstrations at the Library’s Summer Reading Program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Fire and Police Department’s with the Cullman Air Evac team visited the Hanceville Library on Wednesday during their Summer Reading Program to tell them about some of the services they provide and show them their equipment and emergency vehicles.
Firefighter...
Sips ‘n Strokes takes class to Ave Maria Grotto on Saturday evening
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sips ‘n Strokes of Cullman is packing up their paints and canvases for an on-site class at Ave Maria Grotto on Saturday evening at 5:00 p.m. The class, for budding artists, accomplished artists and everyone in between, will be taught by...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs collects summer wins over Decatur Heritage, Lawrence County
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Lady Eagles wrapped up their summer schedule with a pair of games at Cullman High School Thursday and they capped things off with a pair of wins. Cold Springs started with a 54-32 win over Decatur Heritage in...
Arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 21
unlawful possession of controlled substance unlawful possession of marijuana; Co. Rd. 437domestic violence;...
Pet of the Week: Treat yourself to Trixie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Trixie!
According to Ruttkay, Trixie is an 2.5-3-year-old Terrier mix. She is a medium energy gal who finds comfort in the presence of her favorite people. She...
‘Never give up and strive for your goals’: Elijah Guyton recaps his Aggie years
FAIRIVEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview kicker Elijah Guyton, who will continue his academic and athletic career at the University of West Alabama.
Elijah put in a lot of hard work over his years at Fairview and made a lot of...
‘Together in 1 House’—showcasing the musical soul of Alabama
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Civic Center is soon to host the songwriter showcase “Together in 1 House,” presented by David Vest with E320 Productions and Kimberly Nicholson with Nashville’s ArtistUp. The lineup of favorite local artists including Jesse Priest, and indy artists Justin...
Kremlin announces refusal to honor Geneva Convention with two Alabamian detainees
Two Alabamian veteran volunteers in the Ukrainian war, Andy Tai Ngoc Huynh, of Hartselle, and Alexander John Robert Drueke, of Tuscaloosa, were taken by the Russian forces near Kharkiv, approximately 25 miles from the border with Russia.
Huynh, 27, a Marine veteran, and Drueke, 39,...
Jack’s Family Restaurants to reopen location in North Cullman on June 27
Cullman, Ala. – Jack’s Family Restaurants (Jack’s) will reopen its restaurant in North Cullman, Alabama on June 27, 2022. In celebration of the restaurant’s reopening, Jack’s is awarding the first 50 customers who make a purchase on reopening day with free Jack’s breakfast for...
Zoning Board approves Main Ave./8th St. N.E. variance contingent on City Council’s upcoming vote
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals met on Monday evening with all members present and one item on the agenda.
The variance request for the property where the Factory Dance Productions was previously housed, and two residential homes...
Arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 22, 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
June 20
burglary – 3rd degree; person; Katherine St. NWunlawful...
‘Treasure every moment’: Holly Pond’s EmmaRay Spitzer reflects on her time as a Bronco
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond pitcher EmmaRay Spitzer, who will be continuing her athletic career at Oakwood University alongside a pair of her Lady Bronco teammates.
EmmaRay overcame a lot of adversity in her years at Holly Pond...
Cullman Regional welcomes Neurologist Muhammad Siddiqi, MD to medical group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional is excited to welcome Neurologist Muhammad Salman Siddiqi, MD, to Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Siddiqi completed his internship and residency in Neurology from the University of Toledo Medical Center in Ohio and his fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering...
Primary election runoff narrows field for November’s general election
CULLMAN, Ala. - The primary runoff election proved a statewide success for several candidates with Cullman ties on Tuesday night with Katie Britt and Jeremy Oden both winning their contests.
In the only local race on the ballot, Corey Freeman was the winner of the...
West Point Town Council looking for interest in farmers market
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point Town Council met on Monday evening and voted to surplus the old park playground equipment and donate it to a school, church or municipality where it may be needed. The new playground equipment will arrive around the end...
North Alabama Agriplex’s Heritage Skills Camp beginning at the end of June
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will be hosting a special Heritage Skills Camp next week from Tuesday, June 28 through Thursday, June 30 from 9 a.m. until noon each day.
The camp’s teachers are a lineup of who’s who amongst the Cullman area...
Arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 16
unlawful possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
Hanceville Math Team state champions recognized at Wednesday Cullman County Board of Education meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - The State Championship winning Hanceville Math Team Cullman was recognized at the County Board of Education meeting last Wednesday. Members of the team include Luke Brown, Brady Cleek, Ivan Conway, Logan Lisle, Jessica Marshall, Dalton Pirkle and A.J. Stevens. Math Team...
‘Do what you believe in’: Brooke Hill reflects on her Holly Pond days
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond first baseman Brooke Hill who will be continuing her academic and athletic career at Oakwood University.
Brooke made some really fun memories on and off the field during her high school days.
"My favorite...
Sportsman Lake Yard Sale draws hundreds of shoppers Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - In search of good deals on just about every item one can imagine, hundreds of people from Cullman and surrounding areas visited Sportsman Lake’s Summer Yard Sale on Saturday.
Vendors stretched all over the former campsites and beyond filling the pavilions and...
State Delegation gives informational update at Community Luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a Community Luncheon on June 17 at Stonebridge Farms to bring an update on important issues to the community with the State Delegation of Senator Garlan Gudger, Representative Randall Shedd, Representative Corey Harbison and...
Distinguished Young Women program presents showcase and announces 2023 winner
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Former Junior Miss Program, now Distinguished Young Women held a showcase at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre on Saturday, June 18 to present the class of 2023 and select the new Distinguished Young Woman to represent Cullman County in the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 20, 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
June 14
theft of property – 4th degree; Wal-Mart; Hwy...
‘Always put God first’: Bracie Rodgers looks back on her time at Addison
ADDISON, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Addison volleyball and basketball player, Bracie Rodgers, who graduated as this year’s salutatorian at Addison High School.
Bracie spent a lot of her time at Addison making memories with her friends on and off the...
Summer sun safety tips
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Warm weather naturally allows people to engage in outdoor activities, such as barbecues, sports, hiking or camping; yet warm weather can bring its share of troubles that include hurricanes, insect or animal bites, outdoor injuries or overexposure to the sun....
WildWater holds official Grand Opening Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - With generations of Cullman County youth decrying the lack of fun activities in town, the City of Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST) department provided their solution on Friday with the ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony of the city’s...
Colony Senior Center celebrates Juneteenth holiday
COLONY, Ala. - Kizzie Mongomery Leeth, “Aunt Kiz” to many in her community, was born into slavery in Blount County in 1861 to slave parents. As a child, the family moved to Colony in Cullman County. Outliving her first husband, Henry Malcom, she remarried...
Community Career Fair to be held June 23 at Active Adult Center
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development has partnered with Cullman Economic Development Agency to sponsor a Community Career Fair which will be held at the Active Adult Center (formerly the Donald E. Green Senior Center) on Thursday, June 23...
Funding opportunities for city and county infrastructure explored during recent D.C. trip
WASHINGTON D.C. - A band of Cullman County heavyweights made their way to Washington D.C. last week to learn more about grant opportunities and funding available through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, passed in November of last year.
The bipartisan bill was deemed as...
52 ODES TO JOY: S.U.N.S. DADS
ODE TO MY DAD
Dad, I’m glad you were one of my favorite parents,
Even though we disagreed about most sermons and nearly every election.
Dad, I’m glad you named me for you and not for Uncle Lafayette or Clarence.
And Dad, I’m...
Files from yesteryear: 1934 and 1954
From the files of 1934:
Mrs. Johnnie Drake, of Route One, Lacon is ill with typhoid fever in the Cullman Hospital.
Miss Clara Werdt is expected home this week, after a three-month tour of Europe. Vacationing on the Florida coast this week are Mrs. W.O. Kelley,...
Sportsman Lake cuts ribbon on new playground
CULLMAN, Ala. - A ribbon cutting was held at Sportsman Lake Park Friday morning for the brand-new playground. There was plenty of people and kids on hand to see the special event unfold. All of the refreshments and hot dogs were free.
Cullman Parks and...
ALEA driver license offices to close June 20 in observance of Juneteenth
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's (ALEA) Driver License Offices across the state will be closed Monday, June 20, in observance of Juneteenth, a federal holiday established June 2021.
The day is set aside to commemorate the emancipation of slavery in the United...
‘Clothed in Cullman’ – a mother’s pain turned into triumph in her son’s memory
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ashley Wilson and her sister-in-law, Helen Lewis, chose the Saturday before Mother’s Day to hold their first Clothed in Cullman fundraiser with great intention in 2019. It was to be a day for community members and Curt’s Closet supporters to gather...
‘Bless Your Sole’ shoe donation kicks off for local students in need
CULLMAN, Ala. - Back to school shopping puts a hefty dent into most parent’s budgets as they scramble to gather items from school supply lists, get their children’s shaggy, summer hair trimmed and replace outgrown school clothing and shoes.
For parents on a tight budget,...
Oktoberfest committee accepting nominations for 2022 Burgermeister
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Burgermeister is a tradition at Cullman Oktoberfest dating back to the beginning of the festival. The Burgermeister is nominated each year by the community and voted on by the Oktoberfest committee. Each year, the selected Burgermeister is honored and acts...
The Link holds Farewell Tea for Renew U Coordinator Amber McLaughlin
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Link, their series of self-help programs including anger management and parenting classes is called Renew U. Coordinator Amber McLaughlin has helped people get involved in classes that assist them in building relationships, recovering from substance abuse and setting boundaries...
Arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 17, 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
June 16
domestic violence – 3rd degree; person; 11th St....
WSCC ATHLETICS: Mitchell Heer named NJCAA Division I Honorable Mention All-American; 81 WSCC student-athletes named to Spring 2022 Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State baseball’s Mitchell Heer was named a National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Honorable Mention All-American earlier this week.
Heer, an Acworth, Ga., native, was a dual threat for the Lions and was on pace to win the Alabama Community College...
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development & Reliance Worldwide Corporation launch Tool Maker Registered Apprenticeship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development and the Machine Tool Technology Department have partnered with Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) to launch a Tool Maker Registered Apprenticeship program.
The apprenticeship program provides apprentices with two years of paid experience...
‘There is always room to get better’: Cade Simmons reflects on his West Point career
WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to one of West Point’s multi-sport standouts Cade Simmons.
Cade had a near endless list of his favorite sports and high school memories.
"My favorite baseball memories were beating Lawrence County my junior and senior year to...
COVID-19 testing no longer mandated for flights to the U.S., but testing and avoiding travel when sick still recommended
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Travelers returning to the United States from foreign countries by air this summer are relieved of one requirement. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has rescinded its order requiring a negative pre-departure COVID-19 test before flights to the United...
Restoring Women Outreach in search of property to expand services
CULLMAN, Ala. - Restoring Women Outreach is a 12-step residential sober living program that currently houses 26 residents that have struggled with addiction. The program was established in 2011 to provide direction to the women whose lives have been damaged by substance abuse disorders....
Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. MEGA CASH Draw Down Set for July 28
Cullman, Ala. — Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice announced the MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser benefiting indigent patients, will be held on Thursday, July 28th at 6:00 p.m. This year’s event features a chance to win $10,000...
Exceptional expertise and wisdom found at Hinkle Shoe Shop
CULLMAN, Ala. - Stepping through the door at Hinkle Shoe Shop is like crossing the threshold into a bygone era, a simpler and kinder time when life was easy, excellent service was the norm and laughter was quick to come.
Owner David Hinkle reflects, “I...
Arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 13
unlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
‘Just be yourself’: Mattie Earl looks back on her time at Holly Pond
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond pitcher Mattie Earl, who will continue her athletic and academic career at Oakwood University in Huntsville
Mattie made many favorite sports and high school memories during her time at Holly Pond.
"One of my...
Cullman Swim Team hosts Madison Swim Team Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Swim Team’s (CST) season is now in full swing, and the boys collected a win over Madison at the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center Tuesday night. Madison’s Swim Team edged out Cullman to claim the overall win, but Cullman’s boys...
Community Meal at Northside Baptist a relief for families during hard times
CULLMAN, Ala. - Some churches choose to spend their money and outreach solely within the confines of their church walls and for their parishioners. Others opt to grow and reach beyond those boundaries and seek to fill the needs within their neighborhoods and beyond,...
Busy weekend for CCSO
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office managed multiple drug-related arrests over the weekend.
Thursday, June 9, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Dustin Dakota Overton, 25, of Vinemont. He was arrested for multiple warrants at the Cullman County Detention Center.
Overton was charged...
Alcoholics Anonymous celebrates 87th birthday
AKRON, OH. - “Alcoholics Anonymous saved my life. There’s no question about that. It’s the best thing that ever happened in my life. I was one of those that everybody that knew me thought I’d always be drinking. It was just the way it...
Vinemont Town Council approves renovation of community center
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council met on Tuesday evening to discuss various improvement projects for the town. The town allocated $16,105.00 of American Rescue Plan Funds to begin improvements on the community center including remodeling the floor and toilets. The town has...
New principals named at Good Hope Primary, West Point High
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Wednesday approved the hiring of two new principals. Shanda Garner will be the new principal of Good Hope Primary. Dr. Wesley Black will lead West Point High School.
Shanda Garner is a Cullman County...
Arrests and incidents reported June 15, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 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
June 14
identity theft; personharassment; person; Oak Manor Dr. SW
Arrests
June...
Cullman’s WildWater celebrates grand opening on June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. – WildWater Cullman will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, June 17, 2022. Park hours will be from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The grand opening ceremony will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with live music, swag bags for...
Local man arrested following DV incident
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff’s office responded to a report of domestic violence in the Valley Grove community on Saturday, June 11.
Upon arrival, deputies determined that Austin Kane Yates, 24, of Cullman had pointed a gun at the victim during...
Antique Tractor and Engine Show provides family fun
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 24th Annual Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show was held on Saturday under the bright sun at Wallace State Community College.
The event kicked off with a prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem. Following the show of patriotism,...
Cullman man arrested for drugs; weapons seized after eluding deputies
CULLMAN, Ala. - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a suspicious vehicle in the Vinemont area on Sunday, June 12.
Christopher Todd Burton, 43, of Cullman was the driver of the vehicle in question.
Burton fled the scene and the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders host summer games at Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope's varsity boys and girls each played in a pair of summer play-day games Tuesday at Good Hope High School. The Raiders split their matchups against Hayden and Cordova while the Lady Raiders picked up wins over Arab and Hatton.
Good Hope...
Cullman Community Theater presents ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’
CULLMAN, Ala. - "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" is a musical with a book by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay. Set in the late 19th century in Oregon, the musical is a western/romantic comedy about a man named Adam who goes in search of...
Arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 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
June 9
criminal mischief – 3rd degree; person; 6th St....
‘Holly Pond is a family’: Addison Armstrong recaps her time as a Bronco
HOLLY POND, Ala. - In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond softball player Addison Armstrong, who will be majoring in Agricultural Business at Wallace State Community College and will have the same major when she transfers to Auburn.
Addison made a lot of great...
City of Hanceville hosts inaugural Bull Bash Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The fun was just starting in Hanceville. The Parade of Bulls was on Friday night and there was a BBQ dinner afterwards. The fun continued Saturday night at the inaugural Hanceville Bull Bash as a big crowd was on hand to watch some incredible bull...
Local author and former CHS teacher holding book reading and signing at Karma’s Coffeehouse
CULLMAN, Ala. - Retired Cullman High School teacher and now, best-selling author, Dorenda Doyle, will present a reading and signing of her newly published memoir “How I Learned to Like My Mom: Forgive Those You Love Before it’s too Late” on Friday, June 17...
2nd Annual Cullman Area Association of Realtors Golf Tournament set for July 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Association of Realtors Golf Tournament will be held at Cross Creek Golf Course with early bird registration beginning at 10:30 a.m. Participants are welcome to attend lunch at the course which will be served at 11:00 a.m., with a...
2nd Fridays makes a return to the Warehouse District
CULLMAN, Ala. - Friends and families packed nearly a mile stretch of 1st Avenue on Friday night for 2nd Fridays which spanned from Depot Park to several blocks north of Hwy 278.
The event, hosted by The City of Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism,...
Surviving the high cost of living
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022), food prices, on average, increased by 10.8 percent from April 2021 to April 2022. This spike marked the largest one-year percentage increase in more than 40 years. Likewise, the price...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Softball’s Felicity Frame named ASWA Community College Athlete of the Year; tennis coach Tim Garner named ITA Region IV Men’s COY
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State softball’s Felicity Frame was recognized Sunday as the Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA) Community College Athlete of the Year during the group’s annual banquet at the Hilton Birmingham at UAB.
Frame is the sixth student-athlete in Wallace State history to earn the ASWA...
Arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 9
domestic violence; CO. Rd. 747domestic violence; Co. Rd. 1834theft of property; Co. Rd. 616unlawful...
‘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...
Cullman Ballet Theatre School offering Summer Dance Classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Ballet Theatre School (CBT) is offering the opportunity for all ages, from young children to adults, to attend Summer Dance Classes. The curriculum at CBT School is carefully structured by levels to provide challenging yet safe training to each student....
Among the literacy elite
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has been named one of only two Science of Reading spotlight districts by the Alabama State Department of Education, in honor of the system’s progressive and creative approach to literacy and reading education in primary and elementary grade...
Search for missing Cullman girl continues
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators are still actively following up on leads in the search for Alana Jean Aldridge.
Ms. Aldridge, 16, was last seen getting into the pictured vehicle around 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 11 around the area of...
‘Don’t ever take anything for granted’: Cody Bales looks back on his time at Cold Springs
BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to former Cold Springs basketball and baseball standout Cody Bales about his Eagles career.
Cody shared some of his best sports/high school memories from Cold Springs.
"Two of my best sports memories is winning the county and area...
Young members of No Fences Cowboy Church with servants’ hearts host outreach
FALKVILLE, Ala. - No Fences Cowboy Church in Falkville is on a mission to teach an invaluable lesson to its young parishioners—the positive impact and vital Christian lesson on giving back and providing outreach to people in their community.
The small but powerful children’s group...
52 ODES TO JOY: THE 1-HOUR S.U.N.S. JOY LIFT
NEVER TRUST A GERONTOLOGIST UNDER 70! Please hear me saying that playfully. However, I’ve done my 70 years and spent much of it studying and practicing “joyful aging,” so you can totally trust me on this next thing which could seem an absurd assertion.
Can...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1904 and 1934
From the files of 1904:
Professor J.L. Gibson has moved to Falkville, where he is in charge of the college there.
Miss Dora E. Schneider and Herman Richter were married on Thursday evening, at the home of the groom’s sister, Mrs. E.B. Hauk in West Cullman.
Mr....
Cullman man arrested following tip
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of an individual running down the road in the Vinemont area on Wednesday, June 8.
Upon arrival, deputies located Christian Xavier Smith, 31, of Cullman running down the roadway.
It was determined that...
Hanceville City Council continues to work with Industrial Board to fund projects
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council met on Thursday evening where the council voted to approve transferring funds to the Hanceville Industrial Development Board for a nearly completed property located on Hwy 91 just north of Hwy 31.
Home to an upcoming cabinet shop...
Home Builders Association recognizes four seniors with J.B. ‘Boots’ Hill Memorial Scholarships
CULLMAN, Ala. - Four seniors were honored at a Family Scholarship Night held by the Cullman County Home Builders Association and hosted by Mitch Smith Chevrolet Thursday evening. The students were awarded $2000 scholarships each and praised for setting goals in homebuilding related careers....
Cullman Police Department asst. chief retires; shares memories, experiences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Assistant Police Chief Craig Montgomery spent his first day in retirement enjoying some front porch sitting and late morning coffee after serving 30 years with the Cullman Police Department.
Chief Kenny Culpepper said he knew Montgomery before their venture into law...
Catch a wave at WildWater’s Grand Opening on June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism’s (CPRST) newest and much anticipated venture will hold its grand opening on Friday, June 17.
Gates will open to the water park’s guests at 10:00 a.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled for 11:00 a.m.
Door prizes...
Teaching and growing for Cullman students continues with The Link’s Enrichment Camp
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County’s Summer Enrichment Camp welcomed its first week of campers in efforts of keeping the children of Cullman entertained and hungry for knowledge throughout their summer break.
“We are so thankful to be provide this service to the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 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
June 9
Theft of property – 1st degree; U-Haul; box...
Scholarship created at Wallace State to honor Randolph Ryan
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Almost 25 years after his death, a longtime educator and coach from Morgan County is still being honored by those who knew and respected him. An anonymous donor recently established a memorial scholarship at Wallace State Community College in honor of...
‘Good Hope is such a special place’: Tanner Malin reflects on his Raider career
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope football and basketball star Tanner Malin, who will be going to Millsaps College to continue his athletic career on the football field and on the hardwood.
Tanner talked about what some of his...
