2022 Annual Polar Bear Plunge draws first-time divers at The Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center held its annual Polar Bear Plunge Saturday morning, Jan. 8. The event allows anyone willing...
‘Just show up’; Cullman woman to compete in 2023 World Deaf...
CULLMAN, Ala. – She’s no stranger to competition. Melissa Haynes, a deaf and partially blind Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) fighter from Cullman, has a black...
Southern Style CrossFit Gym comes to Addison
ADDISON, Ala. - Misty Thomas was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at the age of 31. Her doctor told her to stay active and strong...
Drink water to beat the summer heat
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Drinking water may be the best way to beat the hot Alabama temperatures that arrive with summer. With temperatures routinely...
Swim for MS going strong in 2nd year
CULLMAN, Ala.
-- My mom, Judy Shirey, was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) over 20
years ago and I wanted to do a fundraiser in honor...
Over $2,000 raised by MadeLyme
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Thirteen-year-old Madeline Hill, of Walter, continued her efforts Saturday to raise awareness and money to combat Lyme disease by hosting a...
Wallace State’s 2nd Annual mOTivAted Virtual 5K to take place Jan....
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Occupational Therapy Assistant Program will be hosting their 2nd Annual mOTivAted Virtual 5K 2022 from Jan. 9 -...
May is National Walking Month
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Accept the challenge to walk like a champion all year, but especially during the month of May. May is National...
Annual 100 Alabama Miles Challenge 2022 begins March 26 statewide, free...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) and its partners will kick off the 2022 season of the 100 Alabama Miles...
Keeping safe while working out, summer training
WASHINGTON D.C. – People who exercise in extreme heat are more likely to become dehydrated and develop a heat-related illness.
If you plan to exercise...
Stop the cycle of unhealthy habits during National Nutrition Month
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.— A lack of proper nutrition and physical activity is a major problem in Alabama. In fact, it is recognized as the...
Scale Back Alabama kicks off 2021 program April 5
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The state’s largest wellness program, Scale Back Alabama, kicks off this Monday, April 5, just in time for spring. This year’s...
Inaugural Kaleb’s 5K Run coming April 8: Event to raise awareness...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Get out and run for a great cause at the inaugural Kaleb's 5K Run Saturday, April 8, at 8 a.m. at Depot...
ADMH: April is Autism Acceptance Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Join the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) as it celebrates Autism Acceptance Month. Throughout the month, ADMH and partners, such...
TheraPlay hosts inaugural sensory-friendly Easter event
CULLMAN, Ala. – Field of Miracles was dotted with pastel eggs and stations were set up with temporary tattoos, ring toss and bounce houses...
‘We are glad to be able to help promote these health...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Food trucks, live music and dozens of tents packed with representatives from local nonprofits set the scene at the United Way...
Fall and fitness at home
Fall months are often active for many families with schools starting back and outdoor sports and activities keeping many busy. One of the easiest ways...
