PREP SPORTS: ‘We play for each other’: West Point’s Laklin Shadix recaps 8th grade seasons
WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to West Point freshman Laklin Shadix about last year’s volleyball and basketball seasons. She learned a lot playing alongside some great teammates and coaches.
"I feel last season was tough, considering we were a young team...
Baileyton talks park cameras, new town monument
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Baileyton Town Council met Thursday evening, and main items discussed included cameras and a new monument.
According to Mayor Windell Calloway, the monument that was located in front of the post office is being rebuilt. The monument is dedicated to veterans...
Files from yesteryear: 1930
From the files of 1930
Presidents of the various organizations on the Cullman County High School campus are Boys Council – Juel Lee, Girls Council – Myrtle Wise, Senior Class – Carl Peinhardt, Junior Class – Nelle Hurston, Sophomore Class – Bruce Wallace, Freshman Class...
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....
HPD set to host Kids’ Night Out in September
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Police Department (HPD) is set to host Kids’ Night Out, an outreach event designed to familiarize the youngest members of our community with law enforcement and other local heroes on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, from 6-9 p.m. at C.W....
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...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Cullman is my home away from home’: Cullman’s Shayley Vogelaar reflects on Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Cullman soccer player Shayley Vogelaar and she shared some of her favorite memories from her Bearcat days. One of her favorite things was the opportunity to play alongside some great seniors.
"Some of my favorite memories...
The Caring Foundation supports that Wallace State smile
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announces receipt of a grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and The Caring Foundation for the Dental Clinic run by the college’s Dental health programs.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and The Caring Foundation’s mission...
PREP SOCCER: ‘Help others without expecting anything in return’: West Point’s Gigi Metrock talks sophomore season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- Last season was a special one for the West Point Lady Warriors, finishing with a school-record number of wins and junior Gigi Metrock talked about what she learned during that run last season.
"I feel very proud of how our last...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Always do your part for the team’: Fairview’s Lexi Golden recaps sophomore season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – In this interview, I spoke to Fairview junior basketball player Lexi Golden, and she recapped her sophomore season and talked about what she learned. She got to play alongside some great teammates and has learned a lot during her time on...
More than 100 recognized at WSCC Nursing pinning ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recognized more than 100 students at the Department of Nursing Education’s August pinning ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 3. The event was historic in several ways, including having the highest number of mobility students graduating from the program...
PREP CHEER: ‘You see a family, not just a cheer team’: West Point’s Cole Riggs ready for senior season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior Cole Riggs will be going into his third and final year on the Warriors’ varsity squad and talked about the amazing experience he's had so far.
"Well, my first year was a difficult challenge with my role on...
South Vinemont approves new accounting software, Transportation Plan
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday evening approved the purchase of new accounting software, as well as the Town’s Rebuild Alabama Transportation Plan for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.
The council approved the purchase of software from CSA Software Solutions for...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Everyone cared for each other’: West Point’s Kaedince Cagle talks Warrior years
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to West Point cheerleader and soccer player Kaedince Cagle about her years at West Point High School and she shared some of her favorite memories made on and off the field.
"My favorite memory from cheerleading...
Cullman Regional honors Gudger
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023, presented a plaque to Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, to honor his achievements in the Alabama Legislature and to show appreciation for what it said is his continued dedication to the Cullman community’s economic growth.
Gudger...
Study says Cullman Co. workers commute 25.8 minutes on average
CULLMAN, Ala. – A recent study revealed that the average commute to work for workers from Cullman County is 25.8 minutes.
The website Stacker “compiled a list of counties with the worst commutes in Alabama, using 2021 data from the Census Bureau. Counties are ranked...
PREP SOCCER: ‘You have to work with everyone involved to accomplish what needs to get done’: Cullman’s Mimi Lunsford reflects on Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cullman’s Mimi Lunsford talked about her time playing soccer for the Bearcats and she shared some of the many memories she made during those years.
"Although all the games and trips were some of the best...
Updated list of community storm shelters
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has provided a list of available storm shelters for inclement weather. If you are not in a substantial structure, please go to a shelter. For the safety of shelter occupants, especially small children, please do...
‘It’s an unbelievable economic impact’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Rock the South has been making waves not only for its music lineup, but also for its impact on the local community and economy. Cullman City Councilman Clint Hollingsworth said the festival has significant financial benefits for Cullman County.
"Rock the South...
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...
Auburn University announces fans can roll two Auburn Oaks at Toomer’s Corner this fall
AUBURN, Ala. – For the first time in several years, the famed Auburn Oaks at Toomer’s Corner are again ready to roll.
The decision to allow rolling of the large oaks was made recently after years of Auburn University asking fans to hold off on doing...
PREP CHEER: ‘Push through together as a team’: West Point’s MaciJo Simpson ready for junior season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point’s MaciJo Simpson is preparing for her junior season as a varsity cheerleader, and she talked about the experience she’s gained in that time. She has gotten the chance to cheer alongside some amazing girls and has soaked up...
Holly Pond Town Council considers concerns about new recycling facility
HOLLY POND, Ala. – At the Holly Pond Town Council meeting Monday evening, Councilwoman Julie Ray raised concerns about the town’s new metal recycling facility BNF metals. The facility received its business license on June 6, 2023 and officially opened on June 16, a month...
Downtown library damaged by storm
CULLMAN, Ala. - A line of severe storms on Monday, Aug. 7, 2023, caused widespread power outages with fallen trees and downed power lines, as well as structural damage to many homes and businesses through the area. One building in particular that serves as...
‘Great band members come in all forms’: Cold Springs’ Addison Raymond excited for upcoming band season
ADDISON, Ala. – Rising Sophomore Addison Raymond will be going into her fourth year in Cold Springs' band and has had an amazing experience during that time. She has learned so much from some great band members.
"I've had an overall great experience. It's a...
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...
Auburn ‘impossible to turn down’ for pitching coach Everett Teaford
AUBURN, Ala. – Weighing 140 pounds when his college baseball career began, Everett Teaford's name was not found on lists of major league prospects but that didn't stop him from pitching in the big leagues.
"I've been the underdog," said Teaford, who played parts of...
‘Making lasting connections with your peers and teachers will help you immensely’: Vinemont’s Sadie Land reflects on Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Vinemont’s Sadie Land, and she talked about her experience being a part of some great clubs as well as some of her favorite memories.
"I really liked having leadership opportunities in the clubs I participated in....
WSCC celebrates Dental Assisting Class of 2023
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Family and friends gathered on Monday, July 31, 2023, to watch as students from the Wallace State Community College Dental Assisting program walked across the stage of the James Bailey Center Auditorium, marking their successful completion of the program that has...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – The adult ABCs of trees
THE “F-WORD” of THE ADULT ABCs of TREES is, I’m not freakin’ joking—FOOD CHAIN. (Yes, I know, I KNOW…FOOD CHAIN is two words.) Last week in a kid’s celebration of the new Sportsman Lake Tree Museum, THE ABCs of TREES rostered APPLE trees, BUTTERFLIES,...
Books reviews from CCPLS readers
Readers who frequent the Cullman County Public Library System share reviews of some of their recently read books.
Submission date: July 21
Reviewer: Jeanette Eakin
Title: “Agents of Babylon”
Author: Dr. David Jeremiah
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughts about the book: Wonderful to read how a teenager (Daniel)...
‘We are planting good seeds daily’
‘Planted’: Link set to host 2nd annual gala
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County is set to host its second annual gala, "Planted," on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, starting at 6 p.m. at The Venue at Cotton Creek. The event aims to raise...
Files from yesteryear: 1950
From the files of 1950
Funeral services were held on Friday, at Hopewell for Mrs. Ruby Dial McNeal, who died in Birmingham, on November 16.
Reverend J. Gilbert Speake conducted the services and Mutual Service directed interment, in the Hopewell Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Louis Wamp, Kermit Gorham,...
More than 40 graduate WSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 40 students were recognized Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, for successfully completing the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program at Wallace State Community College.
“I would like to commend you all in your commitment in obtaining your dreams to pursue a degree...
CCBOE rolls out new communication tool
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) is rolling out an update to the Cullman County Schools mobile app, with the integration of Rooms, a two-way communication and messaging tool. With it, parents and students can interact with teachers, exchange messages,...
Cullman County Bosom Buddies set to host 4th annual Little Pink Dress Benefit
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation is set to host its fourth annual Little Pink Dress Benefit on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023, from 6-9 p.m. at Loft 212. Doors will open at 5:30 pm.
The event is the Bosom Buddies’ primary fundraiser...
PREP CHEER: ‘Always think positive things about yourself’: West Point’s Haylee Hernandez looking forward to senior season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior cheerleader Haylee Hernandez is heading into her third and final year as a varsity cheerleader and her first year as captain. She has had an amazing experience during her time on varsity so far and has learned...
Op-Ed: The quiet legacy of a quilter
As a sewist and quilter with over 15 years of experience, I have been called several times to adopt another quilter's "stash". A stash in the quilter community is a collection of material, trims, patterns, findings, even equipment and furniture, collected over a sewing...
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...
‘We feel like there’s great things to come’
CCBOE hosts 2023 Institute
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) on Thursday hosted its annual Institute to kick off the 2023-2024 school year. Held at Northbrook Baptist Church, the event saw keynote speaker, author Andy Andrews, talk about the importance of...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘You need to keep your faith strong’: Holly Pond’s Kaylee Rohrscheib talks junior year
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Last season was a very special one for the Holly Pond Lady Broncos as they took home the area championship in volleyball and made it to Regionals in Huntsville. Upcoming senior Kaylee Rohrscheib talked about that incredible season and what...
PREP CHEER: ‘You have a second family’: West Point’s Emma Kimbril talks upcoming cheer season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point junior Emma Kimbril will be going into her third year on the varsity cheerleading squad and her first year as co-captain. She's had a blast up on varsity so far and she has learned so much from that...
Hanceville Elementary School cuts ribbon on new cafeteria, classrooms
HANCEVILLE, Ala. –Hanceville Elementary School on Tuesday afternoon debuted the new addition to its building that includes a new cafeteria and 15 new classrooms. Ground was broken in November 2021.
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette stated, “We're really excited to be able...
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...
Cullman Savings Bank announces sponsorship of Caring for Cullman Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Savings Bank on Tuesday presented a check to Jolanda Hutson of the Good Samaritan Health Clinic to help sponsor the medical charity’s annual fundraiser, the Caring for Cullman Concert.
“It's amazing to think that this is our seventh year hosting the...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Always have each other’s backs’: Fairview’s Emily Benson talks junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies had a solid 2023 softball season, which saw them get within one game of making it to Regionals. Junior Emily Benson recapped that season and talked about what she learned. She played with some great teammates last...
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...
2023 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday members of the Alabama Sons of Liberty Riders, Christian Motorcycle Association and Cullman County Wranglers will host the 2023 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride. Riders visit all county schools, starting in the morning. Participants will visit each school's...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Give God all your problems, and He will make it all work out in the end’: Fairview’s Jayla Gorham talks junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies are coming off another solid basketball season and junior Jayla Gorham talked about what she learned playing with her teammates and learned last year’s head coach Justin Billings.
"I felt that last season went very well. We started...
PREP CHEER: ‘Represent my school better in a positive way’: West Point’s Alli Tucker-Hillman talks upcoming cheer season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point junior cheerleader Alli Tucker-Hillman will be going into her third year on varsity this fall, and she shared some of what she’s learned from her teammates and coaches during that time.
"It's been good. I've had a great season...
‘Sound of Freedom’ sparks conversations about human trafficking
Task force chair talks about perceptions and realities of trafficking in north Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala. – Just a few weeks into its release, independent film “Sound of Freedom” has grossed almost $150 million, 10 times more than its budget, presenting what filmmakers say is an...
Cullman Oktoberfest opens T-shirt design contest to local students
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) is introducing a fresh twist to this year’s Oktoberfest T-shirt designs. This year, local students will compete by age groups as the festival aims to foster a sense of community and encourage budding artists...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Always keep a positive attitude and mindset’: West Point’s Hallie Wheeler recaps junior seasons
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior Hallie Wheeler learned a lot playing for both the Lady Warriors’ volleyball and basketball teams last season and she's had a blast playing with some great teammates. Last year was her first season on the varsity volleyball...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Enjoy every second of it’: Cold Springs’ Ethan Nabors talks junior season
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Eagles baseball team won their area and made it to the playoffs. Junior Ethan Nabors talked about that season and what he learned, and what it was like playing with a great group of guys.
"This season could have...
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...
‘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...
‘We see them as God’s child’
The Link's Master's Hand food pantry partners with other nonprofits to serve neighbors with dignity
CULLMAN, Ala– The Link of Cullman County is well known for its annual drive-through-style food giveaway held in conjunction with Rock the South. The drive-through style giveaway was started at...
All about mushrooms
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Mushroom Society President Alisha Millican and Alabama Nature Journal Club President Laramie Akozbek came together Saturday, July 29, to host a mushroom nature journaling event at Sportsman Lake Park. In total, 19 participants spent the morning hiking and foraging for...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘The good Lord put this opportunity and this phenomenal group of girls in my life’: Morgan Hammock named Hanceville head volleyball coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville has a new head coach taking the reins of the varsity volleyball program. Morgan Hammock is replacing Candice Grochowalski, who will be coaching the JV team and she shared her excitement about the job opening and what all she learned...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Positive motivation and encouragement alone can make a team so much better’: West Point’s Liberty Shadix ready for senior seasons
WEST POINT, Ala. – Lady Warriors volleyball and basketball standout Liberty Shadix learned a lot during her junior season and had a blast playing alongside some great teammates so now she’s ready to carry what she’s learned into her senior year.
"We definitely have a...
Vinemont High’s Moody represents Alabama at American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Vinemont High’s School’s Vivian (Gracie) Moody was one of 94 high school seniors selected to attend American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Girls Nation July 22-29 in Washington, D.C. The weeklong program, founded in 1947, has provided exceptional civic education to thousands of...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – The ABCs of trees
Having fun while learning at the Sportsman Lake Tree Museum is as easy as A-B-C.
THE ABCs of TREES
A is for APPLE TREES—Exploring the great outdoors on your Alphabet Adventure at the Tree Museum begins with apples. Money may not grow on trees, but food...
Wallace State STEAM camp geared for younger students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) Camp for middle school students.
According to WSCC Computer Science and Mathematics Department Secretary Bralee Glenn, the camp is designed to teach students early on that there are...
Files from yesteryear: 1930, 1950
From the files of 1930
The bodies of two Cullman County soldiers arrived home, Emory McConnell and Ulyses Yeager.
Mr. Jessie Smith is erecting a cotton gin at Simcoe.
W.C. Waldrop and wife attended the two-day Union Harp singing at Old Redan Church and reported a fine...
Hanceville City Council discusses possible RV park
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Council members excitedly discussed the possibility of an RV park located behind the CVS Pharmacy at 303 Main St NE in Hanceville at its July 27 meeting.
“We’d still have to figure out the particulars,” said Mayor Kenneth Nail, theorizing that...
City School Board appoints new board member
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its Thursday, July 27, meeting, appointed Jill Bradberry to fill the seat formerly held by Joey Orr.
Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff said, “We're excited to have Mrs. Bradberry with us. There are so many...
Nifty knitters and cool crocheters assemble weekly at library
CULLMAN, Ala. – Knitters and crocheters alike of every skill level assemble under the roof of the Cullman County Public Library every Tuesday afternoon. The class teaches heritage skills in a down-to-earth setting, where anyone can learn.
Host Regina Johnson said her goal is simple:...
Library hosts annual Harry Potter birthday celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library on Friday morning welcomed members of the community to a celebration of Harry Potter’s birthday.
Cullman County Public Library SystemAssistant Director Josie Harrington said, “We’ve been doing our Harry Potter birthday parties for several years.”
Attendees got to...
6th annual Stuff the Bus campaign comes to a close
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County’s (UWCC) sixth annual Stuff the Bus campaign, which collected donations of school supplies for area students, came to a close Friday afternoon, and UWCC Executive Director Waid Harbison said he was happy with the results.
"We...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Working with the athletes at Good Hope has made my game stronger’: Good Hope’s Ella Gossett prepares for 1st season with Lady Raiders
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Freshman Ella Gossett made the move from Cullman to Good Hope this offseason and she enjoyed her time as a Lady Bearcat but she’s also excited to learn as much as she can about her new team and earn some...
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest opens Aug. 1
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The 2024 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest is now accepting entries. This year’s contest is a joint project between the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) and the Alabama Tourism Department. The deadline to enter is Oct. 31, 2023.
The 2024...
PREP CHEER: ‘Always give 100% effort’: Vinemont’s Makenna Howard recaps freshman season
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont’s Makenna Howard cheered on varsity as a freshman last season, and she learned so much from that experience. She got to cheer alongside some great cheerleaders last year and soaked up as much as she could from them to prepare...
Pet of the week: Rex
CULLMAN, Ala. – Rex, an approximately 5-year-old male “bassador” with a toasty caramel coat, is up for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Rex is a low-to-medium energy middle-aged man, who cherishes the time he gets to spend with you. He’s not quite clingy as...
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...
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...
Monograms Plus holds soft opening in new location
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monograms Plus held its soft opening at the store’s new location Friday, July 21.
Owner Lynsey Todd said she was very excited for the move. Monograms Plus has been a staple retail store in the Cullman community and has been a growing...
Sullivan Creek Ranch hosts National Day of the Cowboy
VINEMONT, Ala. – Sullivan Creek Ranch hosted its National Day of the Cowboy event on Sunday.
The family friendly event saw attendees bring chairs and tents to watch participants compete in a ranch task competition that showcased what cowboys do every day working their cattle.
Sullivan...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic hosts Alabama Lions Sight mobile eyecare unit
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Good Samaritan Health Clinic on Wednesday hosted a unit of the Alabama Lions Sight Mobile Eye Program, offering low-cost eye exams and glasses, and even free eye care to those who could not afford to pay. Optometrist Dr. Ryan Price,...
‘Chief of morale’
Cullman Fire Rescue welcomes Charlie the Fire Dog
CULLMAN, Ala. – After 15 years in fire service, Josh Sparkman finally got his dream fire dog, found in a 5-year-old Texan Dalmatian named Charlie. Although working animals alongside first responders certainly isn’t a new concept, it’s...
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...
PREP SPORTS: ‘The little things are actually just as important as the big things’: West Point’s Caitlee Simmons talks freshman year
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point’s Caitlee Simmons is gearing up for her sophomore seasons with both the Lady Warriors volleyball and basketball teams and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite lessons and memories she gained during her freshman year.
"This season...
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...
‘Everyone deserves to hear live music once in a while’
Jesse Priest rocks the CCCDD over RTS weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Rock the South is an explosion of light, color and twangy country sound. The now three-day weekend is packed with thousands of folks from near and far, which can be overstimulating for even the...
PREP CHEER: ‘Lean on God’: Vinemont’s Addison Whaley recaps freshman year
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Last season was Addison Whaley's first on Vinemont’s varsity cheer team and she took away so much from that experience.
"It was a great learning experience for us all. We were a young team that grew together and became a family. We...
Cullman council awards bid for new civic center
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday awarded the bid for the construction of the new civic center to Jim Cooper Construction Company, Inc.
"We are thrilled to see the payoff of our extensive design efforts. By revising the original design, we were...
Rock the South donates nearly $70K to local nonprofits
CULLMAN, Ala. – While Rock the South brings in millions in revenue annually, it has never lost sight of its original cause: gathering the community together to give back. Since its inception in 2012, Rock the South has given back almost $1 million to...
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...
2 WSCC athletics teams receive NJCAA Academic Team of the Year honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s Men’s Tennis and Volleyball teams each were recognized by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) as 2022-2023 Academic Teams of the Year. Both were recognized as having the highest GPA in their respective sport throughout the...
Cullman Swim Team places 2nd at ARPA State Championships
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim & Dive team finishes 2nd in the state following an outstanding performance. They have achieved this ranking for three consecutive seasons.
Coaches:
Charis Peek, head coach
Logan Holley, assistant coach
6 & UNDER BOYS
CJ Curry- 25y Free (9th), 25y Back (8th)
6 &...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Lost Summers of Newport’ by Beatriz Williams, Lauren Willig and Karen White
The summer mansions of Newport, Rhode Island, are the setting for this book, which is about three women in three different eras written by three different authors. Money, old and new, and secrets held in the boathouse dominate the story.
The first storyline is set in...
Cullman City Schools awarded $400K for STEM initiatives
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is set to expand its Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) offerings in the coming years with dedicated staff and resources, thanks to new federal grant funds.
The $400,000 grant is being awarded as part of the federal Safer...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – The Rock the South Rock Garden
Shane Quick is a “Home County Hero” of mine. The modern-day trinity of Frank Stitt, the James Beard Award-winning, celebrity chef/founder of Highlands Bar and Grill; Mother Angelica, the nun who founded the Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament; and Shane Quick, the visionary founder...
Files from yesteryear 1930
From the files of 1930
Presidents of the various organizations on the Cullman County High School campus are Boys Council – Juel Lee, Girls Council – Myrtle Wise, Senior Class – Carl Peinhardt, Junior Class – Nelle Hurston, Sophomore Class – Bruce Wallace, Freshman Class...
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...
It’s tax-free weekend: What school essentials to purchase
CULLMAN, Ala. - If you haven't ordered school supplies already, Alabama’s 18th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday (now through Sunday night, July 23, at midnight) is a great time to check with your child's school and/or teacher for the exact list of school supplies...
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...
Berlin Town Council accepts shelter bid, prepares for farmers’ market festival
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening opened three submitted bids for its proposed community tornado shelter, awarding a contract to Hartselle-based Aqua Marine Enterprises, pending adjustments for a change to the bathroom from a proposed chemical vat system to a...
PREP CHEER: ‘We are all in this together’: Vinemont’s Ashton Kelley recaps junior year
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont senior cheerleader Ashton Kelley has been cheering on the varsity squad for her entire high school career. She talked about last season and what all she learned and why she feels blessed to get to cheer alongside some great girls.
"I...
‘Don’t make too much of it!’
Hanceville Public Library celebrates 88th birthday of beloved librarian Shirley Burden
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Surrounded by cherished books, lively children, and grateful coworkers, Shirley Burden celebrated her 88th birthday on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at Hanceville Public Library. The celebration included heartfelt handmade cards from...
Pet of the week: Doin’ just fine with Dandy
CULLMAN, Ala. – Dandy, an approximately 2-years-old male Texas Heeler with a plush toasty caramel coat, spotted feet and white-tipped tail, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Dandy is a delightful gentleman with low-to-medium energy, and demonstrates a lot of common sense....
