ALDOT: I-65 bridge rehab project to start soon
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Preparations are underway for a major rehabilitation project on the Interstate 65 Tennessee River Bridges. Nighttime lane closures are anticipated to begin soon, and daytime lane closures could begin in March.
In September, contractor Cekra secured the contract with a low bid...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – Arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recently include:
Jan. 11
Deputies arrested Christopher Lee Gamel, 35, of Arab, on a failure to appear warrant stemming from an incident that was reported in February 2023.
Gamel is charged with first-degree sexual abuse.
-------Deputies...
‘We’re just a tiny nerd shop’
Gamer Geeks opens in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. –Gamer Geeks is now open in Cullman. Owner Michael Jensen’s flagship store is in Warrior. He said he realized that nearly 40% of his customers were coming from the Cullman area, so he decided it was time to...
Vinemont teen dies after motorcycle crash
CULLMAN, Ala. –An 18-year-old Vinemont resident died after a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:40 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3, on Interstate 65 near Alabama Highway 157. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Weston Clay Montgomery.
Alabama State Troopers said he was...
Victim identified in 3-vehicle wreck on I-65
Updated March 13, 2024, at 5:20 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Three vehicles, a Toyota Camry, FedEx truck and trailer, and a Dodge van, were involved in a wreck that closed down the southbound lanes of Interstate 65 in Cullman County and led to one fatality...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below is a roundup of some of the latest arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Feb. 15
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Berlin community. Shawna Lashay Glasco, 45, of Cullman, was identified as the driver.
A subsequent search of the vehicle and...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests just before New Year’s, including:
Dec. 28
Deputies arrested Leah Danielle Westbrook, 32, of Hanceville, on multiple warrants stemming from incidents that occurred in August 2023.
Westbrook is charged with theft, four counts of theft less than...
Hanceville teen killed in hit-and-run crash; ALEA seeking information
Update: 11/13/23
The single-vehicle crash involving a bicyclist that occurred at 6:46 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9, claimed the life of a Hanceville man.
According to ALEA, Dakota R. Lamons, 19, was fatally injured when the bicycle that he was operating was struck by a vehicle.
After...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests over the last week, including:
Dec. 15
Deputies were informed of a subject who appeared to have passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle in the parking lot of a business in the...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local sports legends gathered with family and friends at Stone Bridge Farms Saturday night to celebrate one of Cullman County’s most important sporting traditions. 12 new members were inducted into the Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame and the Class of...
Vinemont man killed in Cullman County plane crash
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – A Vinemont man was killed in single-engine plane crash in Cullman County Friday morning, Sept. 29, 2023. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said William Scott Smith, 54, was pronounced dead at the crash site.
The crash happened just before noon. Cullman...
‘It’s been years in the making’: Cullman’s Christkindlmarkt officially opens
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Christkindlmarkt is officially open the for the holiday season and a crowd gathered at the newly-renovated Depot Park for Friday morning’s opening ceremony. Cullman’s Christkindlmarkt is the south’s largest German-inspired Christmas Market, featuring an ice skating rink, Christmas Carousel, Christkindl...
Despite controversy, Chainbreaker’s Ministries celebrates opening of Frierson House in Holly Pond
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Local nonprofit Chainbreaker’s Ministries on Saturday, April 6, cut the ribbon and welcomed visitors to the grand opening of the Frierson House addiction recovery/transition center in Holly Pond. Founders/Directors Doug and Cassandra Canter introduced volunteers and the men living there,...
Pedestrian killed by vehicle along U.S. Hwy. 31
CULLMAN, Ala. – A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and killed while walking along U.S. Highway 31 South between Hanceville and Garden City Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 29, 2023.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Daniel Leon Johnson, 48, of Virginia Beach,...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recently made the following arrests.
Nov. 20
Deputies arrested Jessica Lynne Armstrong, 42, of Cullman, on multiple failure to appear (FTA) and probation revocation warrants.
Armstrong is charged with two counts of unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia (FTA),...
Cullman woman 3rd person charged with capital murder in death of Noah Waters
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman woman was arrested Tuesday, Nov. 14, after being indicted for capital murder during first-degree robbery and capital murder during first- or second-degree arson.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) said deputies arrested Charity Dawn Hutton, 33.
The indictments stemmed from a...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt: A tradition of German Christmas magic unveiled in the South
Updated Nov. 25, 2023, at 10:57 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Christkindlmarkt, the South's largest and most authentic German-inspired Christmas market, has made its grand debut. The opening ceremony, set against the backdrop of the magnificent Weihnachtspyramide (Christmas pyramid) - the tallest in the...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – Recent arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office include:
Jan. 25
Deputies executed a warrant on Bradford Neal Meeks, who is currently being held at the Cullman County Detention Center on other charges.
Meeks is charged with unlawful possession of dangerous drugs.
Jan. 26
Deputies...
Baileyton man charged with impersonating a peace officer
Updated March 19, 2024, at 8:24 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Baileyton man has been charged with impersonating a peace officer.
According to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a call of an unmarked vehicle flashing blue lights and attempting to stop someone...
Cullman County Youth Football week 1 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – After high temperatures postponed last week’s games, the 2023 Cullman County Youth Football season officially kicked off Saturday and there were some great games happening all over the county. The Vinemont Eagles hosted the West Point Warriors, the Good Hope Raiders...
AHSAA releases 2024-26 fall sports classifications
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The AHSAA’s Central Board met Monday morning to hash out the fall sports classifications for the 2024-26 school years and after a long deliberation, the board released new regional, sectional and area maps for fall sports. A couple of notable moves...
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...
Flying Fifty Hotel coming to Cullman in 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Flying Fifty Hotel, a boutique-style hotel, is set to open in March 2024 on the southwest side of Cullman.
Owners Challie Johnson Knetter and Paul Knetter said they wanted to bring something different to the community.
“There was a need for upscale...
Local CPA arrested for theft of services
CULLMAN, Ala. - Barry Thompson, a local Certified Public Accountant (CPA), was arrested on July 17 and charged with four counts of theft of services in the fourth degree. It is believed that there may be additional victims involved.
Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta anticipates...
CPD announces arrests in Rock the South assault
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department at a press conference Wednesday, July 26, announced the arrests of three individuals in relation to the assault that took place Saturday, July 22, at Rock the South. The victim, Reid Watts, 18, whose brutal beating was...
1 killed in motorcycle wreck Sunday night
CULLMAN, Ala. -- One person was killed when a motorcycle and a truck crashed Sunday evening, Aug. 6, 2023.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said Kristian Gage Walker, 25, of Cullman, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Kilpatrick said the crash happened at the intersection of Main Avenue...
Rock n Roll Sushi welcomes new owners
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock n Roll Sushi in Cullman changed ownership in April, and the restaurant celebrated with a grand opening on Wednesday, July 26.
New owners Chuck and Stephanie Perkins, along with family members and Mobile natives, Russell and Tiffany Perkins, have been...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made five un-related arrests involving methamphetamine last week.
Jan. 29
Deputies arrested Darren Dimitrious Culver, 31, of Jackson, Alabama, on an outstanding failure to appear warrant stemming from an incident that occurred in January 2023.
Culver is charged...
Cullman County Youth Football Jamboree scoring recap
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Cullman County Youth Football season officially kicks off next week but our local youth squads got a chance to play jamboree games at Vinemont High School Friday and Saturday to prepare before the regular season gets underway.
Friday, Aug. 18
Fireplug: Vinemont 18 - Fairview...
Fairview High Principal Whaley accepts position with ALSDE
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview High School Principal Dr. Johnny Whaley on Wednesday, May 1, announced that he has accepted a position with the Alabama State Department of Education. Whaley informed Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette of his resignation, effective May 31, 2024.
“I...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated arrests over the holiday weekend, including:
Dec. 22
Deputies arrested Faith Elizabeth Welbourn, 25, of Hanceville, on multiple failure to appear (FTA) warrants stemming from an incident that occurred earlier in 2023.
She is charged with...
1 injured in golf cart crash in Terri Pines neighborhood
CULLMAN, Ala. - One person was injured in a golf cart crash on Sunday, March 31, on Seven Bark Drive Northwest in the Terri Pines neighborhood.
According to the Cullman Police Department, the crash happened around 3:09 p.m.
“A passenger, later identified as Hunter Bright, 19 years...
Fall festivities ahead
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s finally here! Dozens of events like trunk or treats, costume parties, festivals and good, old-fashioned trick or treating are coming up.
The list is set up in location/event, type/time format to make fall festivity planning a breeze! (Note: For questions about...
Christmas in Cullman parade, tree lighting this Friday, Dec. 1; updated parade route
CULLMAN, Ala. — The city of Cullman is buzzing with excitement as it prepares for its “most spectacular Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony to date,” according to Nathan Anderson, executive director of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism.
Last weekend's opening event for the...
‘American Pickers’ returning to Alabama, searching for leads
NEW YORK – Episodes of the hit show “American Pickers” will be filmed in Alabama in February 2024. The History Channel hit television show is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking.” It follows skilled pickers in the business as...
Blount County high-speed chase called off
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. -- Saturday afternoon, a high-speed chase originating in Blount County was making its way toward Cullman County before it was called off by the Blount County Sheriff’s Office. According to Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Director of Communications Chad Whaley,
“Blount County was...
‘New era’ for Cullman City Schools
Cullman City Schools outlines Intermediate School plan, pre-K school, athletic upgrades
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman City Schools is looking toward its next phase of growth, mapping out early plans for both a combined intermediate school and a dedicated pre-K school. The district is also eyeing...
Co-op: Planned maintenance outage Monday, Dec. 11 at 10 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Electric Cooperative has announced a planned outage on Monday, Dec. 11 starting at 10 p.m. The outage is expected to last around three hours and will affect approximately 4,500 Co-op members in the East Point, Berlin, Welti, Simcoe, Duck...
Hanceville Exxon ensures locals receive warm meals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In most small Southern towns, there’s a hub – a location that attracts retired farmers and their buddies for biscuits and coffee while they shoot the breeze and discuss the weather. In Hanceville, that hub is the fan-favorite Hanceville Exxon. The...
Sweet Tater Festival returns to Smith Lake Park this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s signature agricultural Labor Day event, the Sweet Tater Festival, will take place this Labor Day weekend. The two-day event, scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 3, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Monday, Sept. 4, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and will be held...
2 arrested for meth trafficking, another on outstanding warrants
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Oct. 6, 2023, deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 65 near Exit 310. According to Lt. Chad Whaley, CCSO director of communications, the driver was identified as Tyler Lee Gregory, 30, of...
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...
House fire devastates Cullman woman
CULLMAN, Ala. - A fire in the early morning hours Thursday, April 25, claimed the home and possessions of a Cullman woman who is now left to pick up the pieces.
KJ Canaday was abruptly awakened around 1 a.m. on Thursday to the sight of...
2 WSCC alums sign with MLB teams during 2023 Draft
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Baseball added two more names to Major League Baseball rosters when former Lion stars Colson Lawrence and Will Varmette were drafted in the 2023 MLB Draft.
“It's always exciting when our players at Wallace State get the opportunity to play...
Cullman Oktoberfest back, bigger than ever Sept. 28-30
CULLMAN, Ala. – With crisp autumn air just around the corner, Cullman is gearing up for its annual take on Oktoberfest, celebrating Cullman's German heritage with a bit of Southern flair. This year's celebration promises to be an entire three-day sensory delight of sights,...
Alabama Shine Co. donates 1st jar of legally produced, post-Prohibition Cullman Co. moonshine
CULLMAN, Ala– Alabama Shine Co., a newly federally licensed moonshine distillery based off County Road 222 in Cullman donated its first jar of legally distilled moonshine on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, to the Cullman County Museum. The freshman “Blackberry” blend is the first legally...
Remembering Danny McAfee
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local businessman Danny McAfee, of Cullman Cabinet & Supply Company, was laid to rest this month. McAfee was remembered as a community leader and visionary who championed Cullman’s growth and development.
McAfee held seats on numerous community boards, including the Cullman...
Fairview’s Whaley: ‘I love it here’
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School recently welcomed its new principal, Dr. Johnny Whaley, to the community. Whaley is from Cullman and is a Cold Springs High School graduate.
Whaley brings a wealth of experience to his role as principal, with an impressive 22-year career...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 4 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week four of the youth football season is now in the books and there were some huge games that went on around the local area. The Good Hope Raiders hosted the Holly Pond Broncos, the Vinemont Eagles traveled to take on...
What’s on tap for the city of Cullman?
“Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement and success have no meaning.”- Benjamin Franklin
Our Founding Fathers understood the task of creating a flourishing environment that provides entertainment, solace and community for its residents. Growth begets change; change begets progress.
This year was...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 7 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2023 youth football regular season is winding down and some teams had an opportunity to clinch a spot in the playoffs on Saturday. The Cold Springs Eagles hosted the Good Hope Raiders, the Vinemont Eagles traveled to take on the Cullman...
Cullman Whataburger holds soft opening; official opening Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s newest burger joint hosted a soft opening Wednesday, Oct. 11, inviting local officials and VIPs to sample the menu. Whataburger’s arrival has been highly anticipated by locals since it was announced in October 2022.
Marketing Manager Shaundra Lancaster, Director of Operations...
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,...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last several days, including:
Nov. 28
Deputies arrested Christopher Shaun Graves, 40, of Cullman, on a probation violation for possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance.
Dec. 8
Deputies responded to a call...
8 arrested in Cullman child exploitation sting operation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department's Investigation Division and Tactical Unit, in a coordinated effort with the Covenant Rescue Group, conducted a child exploitation sting operation last week. The operation was aimed at identifying and apprehending child predators and underlining the CPD’s commitment...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 7 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – This was the final week of the 2023 Cullman County youth football regular season, and all eyes are now moving to the playoffs set for next Saturday. There were some key games that went on around the local area that determined...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 3 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- It's near the halfway point of the 2023 Cullman County Youth Football season and there were more than a handful of intriguing games going on locally this weekend. The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Vinemont Eagles, the West Point Warriors traveled to...
‘I’m humbled and I’m proud of what we do’
Darrell Haynes nominated for Southeastern Farmer of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Every year the Sunbelt Ag Expo selects a Farmer of the Year from each Southeastern state and recognizes them at the Sunbelt Ag Expo, where the overall winner is announced. Cullman County’s Darrell...
Wallace State student 1st to earn 4.0 GPA in UAB/WSCC Joint Enrollment program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For the first time since the UAB/WSCC Joint Enrollment program began, a student has graduated with a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) from both Wallace State Community College and the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Recent graduate Judith “Judy” Jackson accomplished this...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 5 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week five of the youth football season is now in the books and the playoff picture is slowly starting to take shape. There were some huge games with several teams looking to clinch some playoff spots Saturday. The Vinemont Eagles hosted...
Car show raises over $5K for Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. – A cloudy chill and slight morning drizzle were no match for Cullman’s car community Saturday, Nov. 11, as the 37th Annual Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show coaxed residents out of their warm homes to gaze at cars,...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last several days, including:
Feb. 20
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the city of Cullman. Justin Dwayne Turner, 41, of Hanceville, was identified as the driver.
A subsequent search of his vehicle...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: 7 local teams preparing to kick off round 1
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2023 AHSAA State football playoffs are here, and we have seven local teams preparing to compete in round one.
Addison vs. Pickens County (Class 1A)
The Addison Bulldogs split their first four games of the regular season, but then racked up six...
Desperation Church adds 2 new pastors to Cullman staff
CULLMAN, Ala. - Desperation Church last Sunday morning announced the recent hiring of two new pastors to assist in day-to-day operations at its Cullman campus.
Matt Phillips and his wife, Alisha Phillips, were named new pastor and associate pastor for the Cullman location.
Pastor Andy Heis...
7th annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival returning Sept. 9-10
CULLMAN, Ala. - Get ready to indulge in a weekend of mouthwatering barbecue, lively music and vibrant arts at the seventh annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival, hosted by St. Bernard. Mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 9, and Sunday, Sept. 10, as Cullman...
Shannon Nickens convicted of armed robbery
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County jury on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, convicted Shannon Dewayne Nickens of first-degree robbery (armed robbery) in connection with the Nov. 21, 2022, robbery of Holly Pond Nutrition.
The three-day trial began Monday, with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker...
2 arrested after robbery
CULLMAN, Ala. - Early Friday morning, Cullman Police Officers Roy Bates and Daniel Palisay were patrolling in the area of Warnke Road Southwest when they witnessed a silver Chevrolet Impala speeding through a parking lot. As it entered the roadway, the Impala narrowly avoided...
Cullman Savings Bank to open new drive-through location with retail space, boutique hotel
CULLMAN, Ala. – A new Cullman Savings Bank building will open later this year, and it will have some unique features. Not only will it serve as the bank’s new drive-through location, the building will also have three retail spaces, along with a second-floor,...
Rusty and Beth Daniel named 2024 Farm Family of the Year
SIMCOE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman Farm-City Banquet was hosted by the Cullman County Farm-City Committee at Camp Meadowbrook Tuesday night, Nov. 21, and a new Farm Family of the Year was selected. This year’s winners are Rusty and Beth Daniel, owners of 4D...
CPD finds body of woman reported missing
Update: 12:42 p.m.
The missing woman who was found deceased has been identified according to the Cullman Police Department.
“The woman has been identified as Gloria Parker,” Nassetta said. “Her body will be sent to Alabama Department of Forensic Science for an autopsy to assist in...
Hot, wet and wild Rock the South 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama heat was intense as thousands of attendees gathered at York Farms in Cullman County this past weekend for Rock the South. Concertgoers donned their finest denim cut-offs and cropped tops to boot-scoot and boogie to the voices and talents...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated arrests over the last weekend, including:
Jan. 2
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Bremen community. David Lee Ford, 45, of Bremen, was identified as the passenger of the vehicle in question.
Deputies determined that Ford...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recent arrests include:
March 14
Deputies and investigators served a search warrant at a residence in Crane Hill on March 14.
Gary Lee Hardin, 49, of Crane Hill, and Tammy Rena Moore, 37, of Cullman, were located inside the...
2023 Cullman Farm-City Banquet set for Nov. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – Farm-City Week is just around the corner, and the Cullman Farm-City Committee has been hard at work through the year to bolster the idea that industries should work hand in hand to deepen the connection between rural farmers and urban workers...
6 teams advance to Cullman County Youth Football Championship Games
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The semifinal round of this year’ s Cullman County Youth Football playoffs were hosted at Good Hope’s James W. Shabel Stadium Saturday and after six hard-fought games, next week's championship matchups are now set.
In the Fireplug games, the Vinemont Eagles took...
Good Hope Middle School debuts new gym, library and office space
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Tuesday for the new Good Hope Middle School gymnasium, library and office space. Ground was broken on the project 18 months ago, and the facilities are ready in time to welcome students for the...
Wallace State unveils portrait of Garlan E. Gudger Sr.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College hosted the unveiling of a portrait of Dr. Garlan E. Gudger Sr., on Thursday, July 20, in the student center that bears his name on the campus in Hanceville.
Gudger served as the first dean of students at...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv denied license by AMCC
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) on Thursday, Aug. 10, met to reissue Integrated Facility Licenses. Back on Friday, June 16, it held an emergency meeting and put a hold on the licenses that it issued the previous Monday, June 12....
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...
Hardman settling in as CDC principal
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year Trett Hardman took over as principal at the Cullman County Child Development Center, replacing Chris Chambers, who retired after more than a decade in the role.
Hardman grew up in Cullman County and said he was excited to return after...
Family of Holly Pond’s Leah Grace Tarvin joins Ivey for distracted driving bill signing
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Family members of the late Leah Grace Tarvin joined Gov. Kay Ivey at the State Capitol bill-signing ceremony recently for Alabama’s new hands-free driving law, Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, said on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023.
Tarvin, a Holly Pond resident who was...
CCSO arrest roundup
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrest roundup:
April 3
Deputies arrested William Bennett Clark, 67, of Hanceville, on multiple outstanding warrants stemming from multiple incidents that occurred over the past several years.
Clark is charged with second-degree stalking (warrant), public lewdness (warrant), trespassing (warrant) and trespassing (FTA).
April 4
Deputies attempted...
1 arrested, 1 suspect still at large in traffic incident
CULLMAN, Ala. – Early Tuesday morning patrol deputies from Morgan County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of two possibly stolen Polaris ATVs traveling recklessly on Interstate 65 South. The vehicles failed to yield to lights and sirens and attempted to elude, according to...
Local family, devastated by fire, praises God, community
VINEMONT, Ala. - Thursday night, March 14, was like any other night for Vinemont residents Jessica Turner and David Methvin – tucking three of their four children and two great-nieces into bed, saying their prayers and giving them a kiss on the forehead before...
Alabama Strawberry Festival coming to Cullman May 3-4
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Friday and Saturday, May 3-4, downtown Cullman – particularly Depot Park and the Festhalle – will host the inaugural Alabama Strawberry Festival. What was formally known as the Cullman Strawberry Festival now has statewide appeal; that announcement was made back...
High-speed chase ends in 1 arrest
CULLMAN, Ala. - A high-speed chase involving a suspect’s vehicle, the Cullman Police Department and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday ended with the arrest of Joshua Wayne Burnett, 46, of Jasper. Burnett was the driver of the vehicle.
According to CPD Public Relations...
CCSO arrest roundup
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrest roundup
Feb. 29
Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the west side of the city of Cullman. The driver of the vehicle allegedly refused to stop and continued traveling toward the West Point community. The vehicle was ultimately stopped in...
Cullman City Schools ranked in top 5 in Alabama test scores
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is once again ranked among the best school systems in the state of Alabama.
The latest school system state assessment results have been released for districts across Alabama, and Cullman City Schools is ranked within the top 5 in...
Duck River Dam lawsuit settled in Cullman’s favor
CULLMAN, Ala. – Earlier this year, the City of Cullman quietly concluded a six year-long lawsuit against the construction company and engineers who built the dam that created the Duck River Reservoir, Cullman’s newest municipal water supply, following Lake Catoma. According to a statement drafted...
Cullman City Schools appoints Jill Bradberry to open board seat
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board on Thursday, July 27, appointed Cullman native Jill Bradberry to the board, filling the seat formerly held by Joey Orr. Orr recently stepped down to take a new position working at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce.
Bradberry is...
Merchants Bank gives $20K to local nonprofits
CULLMAN, Ala. – For three decades, Merchants Bank has hosted its annual Charity Classic golf tournament in early October, working to raise funds for local nonprofits. This year, the donation checks totaling $20,000 came just in time for Christmas for Cullman Caring for Kids,...
Bearcat Transportation coming soon to Cullman City Schools families
CULLMAN, Ala. – While Cullman County Schools provides bus transportation for its students, Cullman City Schools does not. Under Alabama law, county schools systems are required to offer transportation for all students, while city school systems and public charter schools are not required to...
SRO program board hosts special-called meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the School Resource Officer (SRO) program governing board on Wednesday met for a special-called meeting to discuss program changes and where funds will be used in the school systems.
Back in May of this year, the Alabama Legislature passed legislation...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview races past Columbia 46-6
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – On a hot and humid Friday night in Fairview, the Columbia Eagles traveled from Huntsville to take on the Fairview Aggies at Dafford Smith Stadium. At the end an often-contentious game, Fairview came away with a dominant, 46-6 win over the...
#BartonStrong Benefit Bike Show and Concert to support local man battling cancer
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local man, known to many for his involvement in the Jack Aces Motorcycle Club and its philanthropic endeavors, is battling cancer and his community is coming together to support him. On Jan. 27, everyone is invited to have a day...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point rallies from behind to topple Good Hope 49-32
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders welcomed West Point to James W. Shabel Stadium Friday night for a high-scoring, high-temperature battle and after falling behind in the opening period, the Warriors rallied and raced past Good Hope to earn a 49-32, season-opening...
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...
Cullman City School Board names Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – At its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Cullman City School Board recognized the system’s 2023-2024 Teachers of the Year. Winners received a certificate recognizing their achievements, a gift card from AmFirst Credit Union and the opportunity to receive a...
1 killed in late-night shooting, active manhunt underway
CULLMAN, Ala. -- According to Cullman Police Department Director of Communications Adam Clark, at approximately 10:55 p.m. Sunday evening a shooting took place near the 200 block of Hickory Ave SW.
"A male subject was critically injured, and the suspect fled the scene," Clark said. "The suspect,...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board met on Friday morning. In attendance were teachers Morgan Johnston and Christy Brock.
Cullman Middle School Principal Jake Johnson welcomed Morgan Johnston back to the middle school. She taught at Cullman High School for eight years and...
