SEC announces kickoff times, TV networks for Auburn’s first 3 games
AUBURN, Ala. – The Hugh Freeze era will kick off at 2:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, Sept. 2 when Auburn hosts UMass in Jordan-Hare Stadium for the season opener.
The kickoff times and TV networks for Auburn's first three games in 2023 were released Wednesday...
‘Keep your faith in God’: Holly Pond’s Raylee Beeson talks about life as a Bronco
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond senior Raylee Beeson about some of the many memories she made in her Bronco years.
"I was involved in the Pep Club (ninth and 10th grade), the Key Club and FCCLA (9th-12th grade)....
CCBOE names Meigs special education coordinator
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its May 2023 meeting approved the hire of Katie Meigs as the system's special education coordinator. Meigs currently serves as IEP coordinator and has several years of special education experience.
"I am so appreciative...
Update: Officials weigh in on Wal-Mart automation investment
CULLMAN, Ala. – As The Tribune previously reported, the Cullman City Council on Monday night approved a $20 million tax abatement for Wal-Mart, which is planning a $350 million capital investment in the Wal-Mart Distribution Center in south Cullman. According to Cullman Economic Development...
Holly Pond Town Council selects Deborah Holcomb to complete husband’s term
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday evening selected Deborah Holcomb to complete the term of her husband Charles Holcomb, who passed away on May 14, 2023. The council also considered Holly Pond resident and Cullman businessman Michael Taylor for...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
June 1• trespassing; CR 1669• obstructing criminal investigation; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1564•...
Cullman Strawberry Festival named Alabama Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman and the State of Alabama today announced the Cullman Strawberry Festival as the Alabama Strawberry Festival. The resolution recognizes the historical significance, agricultural excellence and vibrant community spirit that this beloved event represents for the state of...
‘Be a role model for the children in my community’: Hanceville’s Abby Sharp reflects on high school career
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Hanceville senior Abby Sharp, and she discussed some of the many memories she made being part of several teams and clubs during her years as a Bulldog.
"I was in Diamond Dolls, the Leo Club, FFCLA,...
Library summer programs plentiful
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library is offering summer programs for children and adults.
Tuesday, June 6, at 10 a.m. kids will get to meet therapy dogs and learn how they are trained to help people.
The next kids’ program will be on Thursday,...
‘$350 million is the largest single capital investment in our history’
City council approves $20M tax abatement for Wal-Mart
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night approved a $20 million tax abatement for Wal-Mart, which is planning a $350 million capital investment in the Wal-Mart Distribution Center in south Cullman. According to Cullman...
School-aged kids can get free weekly meals every Tuesday in June
CULLMAN, Ala. – Each Tuesday during the month of June, a week’s worth of free meals will be provided for school-aged children at the Cullman County Child Development Center. Residents can pick up five frozen breakfasts, five frozen lunches, vegetables, fruit, one gallon of...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 5, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
June 2• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person;...
PREP SPORTS: ‘You need to set an example’: Holly Pond’s Kamryn Tankersley recaps junior year
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview I spoke to Holly Pond Junior Kamryn Tankersley’s junior volleyball and basketball seasons with the Broncos. Tankersley talked about what she learned during the last school year and how blessed she felt to play alongside a great...
“It’s Games Time!”: 40th Anniversary Alabama State Games coming June 9-11
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The months of planning and weeks of work have dwindled down into a few days of anxious anticipation as the 40th Anniversary Alabama State Games are just days away. The events- https://www.alagames.com/sports- are scheduled for June 9-11 in Birmingham and Jefferson...
Ivey signs ‘historic’ Education Trust Fund, General Fund budgets
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday signed the state’s budgets, including the General Fund and the supplemental and the Education Trust Fund and its supplemental.
“I am proud to officially put my signature on yet another historic investment in our students, teachers and...
Vinemont’s Duckett named to Troy University Provost’s List
TROY, Ala. - TROY is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Provost's List for the Spring Semester and Term 4 of the 2022-2023 academic year. Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who have...
ACES: Controlling horn flies in cattle: Is garlic’s pungent power the answer?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Horn flies can become a major issue for cattle during the summer. Commonly used fly control methods include sprays, drenches and dusts. However, a recent trend within the livestock industry is the search for alternative fly control methods. Among the...
CCSO hosts community meeting at Sacred Heart
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) along with Sheriff Matt Gentry on Thursday, June 1, hosted a community meeting at the Sacred Heart Church Family Life Center.
The goal of these meetings, held at various locations throughout the county, is...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – READ ‘EM@TheArboretum
READ ‘EM@TheArboretum became a regular thing for me just last summer. I was working with a large group of community volunteers, including many of my fellow Cullman County Master Gardeners, to revitalize the lovely Wildflower Garden at Sportsman Lake Park.
This heavily wooded area is...
COLUMN: HGTV is BS
I’m not a handyman. I truly wish I was, but it’s just not in my DNA. I can’t make a straight cut on a 2x4 to save my dog’s life. If you give me a hammer and a handful of nails, all you’re probably...
Files from yesteryear: 1904, 1934
From the files of 1904
Warm, dry weather continues.
Arthur Sanderman is behind the counter at Vinemont Grocery Company.
Indications point to a victory for the Democratic presidential candidate, Judge Alton B. Parker.
The Republican rally held at Kullman Hall last night drew a good crowd.
H. Nuss and...
Saints MC 7th annual Miracle League Ride coming June 10
CULLMAN, Ala. – It will be kickstands up for the Saints Motorcycle Club (MC) seventh annual Miracle League Ride Saturday, June 10. The yearly event, which also features a raffle, T-shirts, food and refreshments, raises funds for the Miracle League of Cullman.
Ride coordinator and...
Holly Pond’s Putman named to Indiana Tech Dean’s List
FORT WAYNE, IN. -- An Indiana Tech undergraduate student who earns a GPA of 3.5 or higher during any semester and has a 2.0 career GPA will be placed on the semester Academic Honors List in recognition of high academic achievement.
Local students named to...
CPD: Multiple arrests in string of car break-ins
CULLMAN, Ala. – Multiple people were arrested Friday, June 2, 2023, after a series of car break-ins occurred across the city of Cullman. According to Cullman Police Department Sgt. Adam Clark, the break-ins occurred in various areas.
A statement posted on the CPD’s Facebook page...
‘Sweet Home Alabama just got a little sweeter!’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey made it official Friday, June 2, 2023: the Yellowhammer Cookie is Alabama’s official state cookie.
On Friday, Montgomery fourth grader and recipe creator Mary Claire Cook brought a batch of the cookies to Ivey in her office. As the...
Zip in for some fun!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was cut on the grand opening of Smith Lake Ziplines Friday, June 2, with representatives from the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, Cullman County Commission and more on-hand to celebrate with owners Craig Chapman and Brian Waldrep.
Smith Lake...
2 arrested after dog found shot, burned and dumped
WEST POINT, Ala. – Two Cullman County men were arrested in connection to the alleged shooting and killing of a dog owned by one of the men. The canine’s body was set on fire before being dumped at a separate location, according to local...
Wallace State’s Emily Simon earns place on NFCA NJCAA All-American Team
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Softball player Emily Simon has been selected as a member of 2023 National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) DI All-American second team. Simon, a freshman from Athens, was also named to the...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 2, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
June 1• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person;...
Sportsman Lake Park ‘All Day Fun’ event June 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, June 3, Cullman County Parks and Recreation will host “All Day Fun” at Sportsman Lake Park.
Train rides will go until 9 p.m. and paddle boats and bikes will be available for rental until 7. The concession stand will be...
‘Be someone’s safe place’: West Point’s Sydney Carpentier reflects on Warrior years
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to West Point senior soccer player and color guard band member, Sydney Carpentier. She made so many great memories during her time playing soccer and being in the band and learned as much as she...
Concerns of Police Survivors to host picnic at Sportsman Lake June 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, June 3, the Alabama chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) will host its annual picnic at Sportsman Lake Park from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in pavilion no. 1.
COPS is a nonprofit organization that “provides resources to assist in the...
Cold Springs runner Ethan Edgeworth breaks state 3,200-meter record
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Cold Springs High School rising senior Ethan Edgeworth saved his best performance for the last track and field meet of the 2022-2023 school year. Edgeworth clocked 8:53.56 in the 3,200 meters at the recent RunningLane Track Championships held at Huntsville’s Milton Frank Stadium. Edgeworth...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 1, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 30• assault; CR 1490• reckless endangerment; CR 838• harassment; CR 1212• possession of...
FAITH: Daystar ‘At the Movies’ series starts June 4
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Daystar Church has announced the return of “At the Movies,” a series of teachings led by Senior Pastor Jerry Lawson that explores the themes and meanings of some of Hollywood’s biggest hits and how they correspond to Biblical teachings. The...
Nassetta, Gentry report mostly tame Memorial Day weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Memorial Day weekend was mostly tame, according to both Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta.
According to Nassetta, the police had a mostly quiet weekend, with the exception of the ATM theft at the Merchants Bank main...
Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame now accepting nominations
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame (CVHOF), a mission spearheaded by Fairview native Col. Donald Fallin, aims to recognize and pay tribute to our community's veterans who honorably served our country, displayed great character and continued a lifetime of service to our...
Crane Hill’s Moore named to Mississippi College Dean’s List
CLINTON, Miss. - The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the Dean's List after the close of fall and spring semesters each academic year. To be eligible for the Dean's List, a student must maintain a 3.5 grade point average, based on a...
3 local students named to Mississippi College President’s List
CLINTON, Miss. - The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the President's List after the close of fall and spring semesters each academic year. To be eligible for the President's List, a student must maintain a 4.0 grade point average, based on a...
4 local students named to Mississippi College President’s List
CLINTON, Miss. - The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the President's List after the close of fall and spring semesters each academic year. To be eligible for the President's List, a student must maintain a 4.0 grade point average, based on a...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 31, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 31, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 30• theft of lost property-4th degree; person;...
‘Cold Springs is like my second home’: Cold Springs’ Chloe Shipp looks back on high school career
BREMEN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs' senior Chloe Shipp. She played basketball and volleyball her first two years in high school and cheered during her 10th grade year. She talked about some of her best sports memories and all...
JSU announces spring 2023 graduates, releases President’s, Dean’s Lists
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - More than 900 students were awarded degrees as part of Jacksonville State University's Spring 2023 commencement on April 29.
Local students who earned degrees include:
Jordan R. Allbright of CullmanJessica Arriaga-Aguilar of CullmanHaley N. Bennefield of JoppaMatthew I. Blair of BremenCenzley Burgett of...
City parks and rec partners with CIEE to host international college students
Cullman approved as host city for J-1 Visa Program through partnership with Council on International Educational Exchange
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) Executive Director Nathan Anderson on Wednesday morning proudly announced that Cullman has been approved as a host city...
Wallace State crowns intramural wallyball champions
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Intramural Sports Department held it’s Wallyball Championship Tournament near the end of the Spring 2023 semester, in the Dan York Practice Facility within the College Wellness Center. In the championship match, team “H & B’s” defeated team “Cross...
‘It’s about fairness, plain and simple’: Ivey signs bill limiting transgender college athletes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed House Bill 261 into law. The bill limits transgender students to playing sports in public colleges and universities only with their biological sex.
Said Ivey in a statement, “Look, if you are a biological male, you...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 30, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 25• possession of cocaine; possession of drug paraphernalia; I-65 NB at Exit 304•...
PREP SPORTS: ‘We were all there for each other’: Vinemont’s Chayce Sandlin reflects on Eagles career
VINEMONT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Vinemont's multi-sport player, Chayce Sandlin. He talked about some of his favorite sports memories during his time as an Eagle and he was blessed to play alongside some great guys.
"My favorite memories were bonding with...
Local students named to Troy University Chancellor’s List
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Chancellor's List for the spring semester and Term 4 of the 2022-2023 academic year. Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who...
Main gate at A.G. Hicks Stadium named in honor of Sylvia Morgan
ADDISON, Ala. -- One of the great things about high school sports in Alabama is the people involved in them. I'm not talking about just the players and coaches or even the fans. I'm talking about the thousands of volunteers that make things happen. Without these volunteers,...
ADCNR: Deepwater Horizon settlement projects surpass $1B
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - With the conflict among deer hunting factions at an all-time low, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Commissioner Chris Blankenship used last weekend’s Conservation Advisory Board meeting in Huntsville to update the Board on the numerous projects in the...
‘We’re not a typical VFW!’
Nonprofit spotlight: VFW Post 2214
CULLMAN, Ala. – When you hear "VFW," you might think of older gentlemen with caps bearing the seals of their military branches, bingo and boxed lunches. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is so much more than that. The Tribune...
ATM theft causes damage; thieves leave empty handed
CULLMAN, Ala. - An ATM was stolen from the main branch of Merchants Bank in Cullman just after midnight, Monday, May 29, according to the Cullman Police Department (CPD), but the thieves were not able to successfully open it.
CPD Public Information Officer Adam Clark said...
Auburn earns back-to-back regional host bids for first time in program history
AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn baseball has earned its second straight and sixth overall NCAA Tournament regional host bid, it was announced on NCAA Baseball social media Sunday night.
It marks the first time in program history the Tigers have earned back-to-back regional host bids. The program...
LOCAL SPORTS: ‘This is the greatest group of people you’ll ever meet in your life’: Cullman Disc Golf Club continues to grow
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman’s Disc Golf Club has been going on for several years now and hosted another successful tournament this weekend. Heath Harden, the president of the Disc Golf Club, talked more about it, how much the attendance has grown over the years...
Cullman honors fallen, unveils new monument
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s annual Memorial Day program was held Saturday, May 27, at Veterans Memorial Park at Sportsman Lake. It was a somber affair honoring the area’s fallen service members, with a special focus on Vietnam and aviation.
Fairview native and retired U.S. Army...
Crispy, ooey-gooey grilled cheese goodness
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The morning sun was bright, live jam band tunes were pumping and the air held a distinct aroma of crispy, ooey-gooey grilled cheese in Hanceville on Saturday, May 27 when hordes of grilled cheese connoisseurs gathered downtown for the third annual...
Simulator benefits WSCC Radiation Therapy students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students in Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Imaging program are benefitting from a new tool that allows them to become familiar with an important piece of equipment they will use when they are working in the field as radiation therapists.
The program...
PREP FOOTBALL: ‘Have character when nobody’s looking’: Good Hope’s Kaleb Jones looks back on Raider career
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope senior football player, Kaleb Jones. Kaleb made so many great football memories during his time as a Raider and feels blessed to have played alongside a group of teammates during his career.
"Some...
Aderholt: Check passports before booking travel
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Back in February, Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, issued a reminder to make sure your passport is still valid before booking international travel. Also, he said, applying for a new passport or a passport renewal is currently taking two months or longer.
On Thursday,...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Small Mercies’ by Dennis Lahane
Dennis Lahane’s latest book “Small Mercies” is set in Boston in 1974, just weeks away from court-ordered school desegregation. The novel is set in a time of anger, hatred and bigotry, and the language reflects that. I will not be quoting any passages. The story is gripping, but brace...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
Teachers
Hanceville – J.R. Edmondson, Principal, James Cooper, Frances Fraser, Joe Ray, Dixie Christian, Beatrice Alexander, Mrs. Lucille Rowell, Beulah Caudell, Elton Dalier, Ray Jones, Luise McCreary, Pearl R. Gaines, Rafel Cooper, Lewis Fanning – Assistant Principal, Mrs. D.B. Lamont, Mrs....
City school board announces new EES principal hire
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board, at a special called meeting on Friday, May 26, announced it hired Melanie Harris as the new principal of East Elementary School. Harris replaces longtime, beloved principal David Wiggins, who retired at the end of this...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Stay strong for your team’: West Point’s Kara Jones recaps freshman season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors are coming off another solid season in which they finished with an 18-16 record and added yet another county title to their trophy case. Freshman Kara Jones talked about that season, plus what she learned,...
Pet of the Week: Leo seeks a new kingdom
CULLMAN, Ala. – Leo, an approximately 3-year-old male pit bull terrier mix with a short dark coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Leo, as his name suggests, is a regal and statuesque canine, and the current king of the shelter. Leo...
Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer 3D archery tournament raises $8,000 for breast cancer research
Cullman, ALABAMA (May 23, 2023) — The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) again partnered with the Heritage Archery Club and Bowhunters Association of Alabama to host the 12th annual Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer 3D archery tournament. Held on May 20-21 at Cullman...
East Elementary receives Exemplary Reading Program Award
CULLMAN, Ala. – East Elementary School recently received the prestigious Exemplary Reading Program Award issued by the International Literacy Association (ILA). The intent of the Exemplary Reading Program Award is to award institutions that have implemented outstanding reading and language arts programs at all...
Symbols of their sacrifices
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteers and members of Cullman VFW Post 2214 on Friday, May 26, placed American flags along U.S. Highway 31, as they do every year for not only Memorial Day, but also the 4th of July and Veterans Day.
The flags flying in...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – FEED ‘EM@TheArboretum
FEED ‘EM@TheArboretum became a thing when my fun friend, Felicia Roberts, invited five pals for a picnic this spring. The fine dining setting was the woodlands area of Sportsman Lake Park, which surrounds the Wildflower Garden and is soon to become an accredited arboretum,...
Pediatrician Andrew Jones joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dr. Andrew Jones has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Jones completed his undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Alabama, followed by his medical degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine and his residency in...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 26, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 26, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 25• theft of property-4th degree; Dollar General;...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Succeed on and off the court’: Good Hope’s Jacob Haynes talks sophomore season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Last season was another successful one for the Good Hope Raiders as they collected 20 more wins and sophomore Jacob Haynes shared what he learned and talked about his experience on the varsity level so far.
"It was definitely a fun...
Melanie Harris hired as new principal at East Elementary School
CULLMAN, Ala. -- East Elementary School has found its next principal.
Melanie Harris, who most recently served as the assistant principal at Hibbett Intermediate School in Florence City Schools, will be the new principal at East Elementary in Cullman. She was officially hired Friday morning...
Brent Patterson retires as teacher from CHS
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Longtime Cullman High School teacher and varsity baseball coach Brent Patterson is retiring from the school as a teacher. Though he is retiring from teaching, it is still possible for Patterson to continue coaching baseball at Cullman High School in the...
Bulls & Broncs coming to Hanceville June 10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. –The Hanceville Rodeo is back, set for Saturday, June 10, 2023, with gates opening at 5 p.m. and all the action beginning at 7.
This year's rodeo will be bigger than ever before, with bigger names in bull riding and the lively addition...
Arab’s Tiffany Dowdy named WSCC Work Study of the Year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is proud to announce Tiffany Dowdy of Arab was named the Work Study of the Year for 2023.
For more than two years, Dowdy served as a work study in the college’s Center for Student Success, assisting students...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 25, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 25. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 22• resisting arrest; public intoxication; I-65 NB at MM 291• domestic violence; CR 1856•...
PREP SOCCER: Several local standouts earn All-State honors
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama’s high school soccer coaches have voted on this year’s All-State selections and the teams were announced this week. Several local players earned All-State honors and Cullman standout Abby Morrow led the way, landing on this year’s Super All-State (1A-7A) First...
Library hosting Summer Reading Programs
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library will kick off its Summer Reading Program June 1. Participants can drop by, register, get reading logs and enjoy a free treat from Cha Cha’s Shaved Ice.
Kids will be given instructions about reading logs and how...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘You will always be enough’: Fairview’s Kylie Kovar recaps sophomore season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Last season was one of the best seasons that Fairview has had in the past few years, and they were one game away from qualifying for Regionals. Fairview sophomore Kylie Kovar talked about that season, plus what she learned, and some...
Ice cream for breakfast? Yes, please!
HOLLY POND, Ala. – No matter your age, ice cream for breakfast is always a fun start to the day. Toppings like Oreos and chocolate syrup were piled high atop mounds of ice cream as seniors gathered for sundaes, bingo and fellowship Wednesday, May...
CPD address report of gun at CMS dance
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Middle School held its spring dance Friday, May 19. Toward the event's end, according to Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta, the Cullman Police Department received a call from a parent claiming a student may have brought a gun to the...
Holly Pond student battling 2nd bout of cancer; Broncos for Christ raising funds
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Elena Saldana, a rising senior at Holly Pond High School, is back in the ring fighting cancer.
Saldana's journey with cancer began in ninth grade when she was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, which resulted in an amputation of her leg. After she...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 24, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 24, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsMay 19• domestic violence-harassment; person; Commerce Ave. NWMay...
Wallace State Nursing holds first of 2 pinning ceremonies for Class of 2023
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education (DNE) recognized around 80 graduates at the first of two pinning ceremonies for the class of 2023. Both the May and August ceremonies mark the beginning of careers for new nurses from the...
PREP CHEER: ‘Anything can be reached with a little bit of patience and kindness’: Good Hope’s Kylee Denney talks sophomore season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope sophomore cheerleader Kylee Denney. This season was her first as a varsity cheerleader and she was feels blessed to work alongside some amazing teammates.
"To me, it was very eye-opening to be a...
WSCC SPRING ROUNDUP: Wallace State Golf 6th in nation; Men’s Tennis 7th in nation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s men’s golf team finished sixth in the nation at the recent National Junior College Athletic Association’s Men’s National Championship for Division I. Held at Sand Creek Golf Course in Newton, Kansas, the team finished with 1,116 points...
Memorial Day boating safety tips from the CCSO
CULLMAN, Ala. – Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend, when many will be hitting the water at Smith Lake and other areas, Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry is advising residents to be safe on the water.
“Don’t boat under the influence, make sure everyone has the...
AL Rep. Fred Plump charged with conspiracy and obstruction, agrees to resign
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Alabama Rep. Fred L. Plump Jr., D-Fairfield, has been charged with conspiracy and obstruction of justice and has agreed to resign from the Alabama House of Representatives, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona, Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent in Charge...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 23, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 23, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 23• identity theft; person
No arrests reported.
Hanceville Police...
Athletes honored at St. Bernard
CULLMAN, Ala. -- St. Bernard Preparatory School celebrated its spring sports athletes on Wednesday, May 10, for their hard work and dedication to the athletic program. The highest honor of the night, the Fr. Luke Fazi Award, went to senior Cole Bissot.
The Fr. Luke...
Wallace State Dental Hygiene program graduates 27
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Dental Hygiene program graduated more than two dozen students from its annual pinning ceremony.
Class President Emilee Harrington congratulated her classmates on their accomplishment and the dedication and commitment it took to succeed.
“You have embraced the challenges and...
1 dead, 1 charged with murder following shooting at Cullman City Parking Deck
CULLMAN, Ala. – One man is dead and another charged with murder following a shooting at the Cullman City Parking Deck early Sunday morning, May 21, 2023.
According to the Cullman Police Department, officers responded to a call about a shooting at approximately 2:40 a.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported May 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 22, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 18• domestic violence; CR 831• theft of property; CR 1701• harassment; CR 1422•...
Wallace State Softball earns No. 3 seed at NJCAA Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Softball is the No. 3 seed in the National Junior College Athletic Association’s (NJCAA) Division I Softball Championship starting Tuesday, May 23, at Choccolocco Park in Oxford, Ala. The team punched their ticket to nationals after winning...
AL unemployment rate record low 2.2%; Cullman County’s rate 1.4%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted April unemployment rate is 2.2%, down from March’s rate of 2.3%, and below April 2022’s rate of 2.5%. April’s rate represents 51,462 unemployed persons, a new record low, compared to...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Believe in yourself’: Holly Pond’s Bai Widner recaps Bronco career
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to one of the standout seniors on Holly Pond's softball team, Bai Widner. She made some great memories during her time as a Bronco, and she learned a lot during her softball career. She also...
Cullman County parks summer events
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Parks and Recreation and the Cullman County Commission have many fun events planned for the public this summer. Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport and Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff Clemons shared some details.
The Smith Lake Park...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – ‘Alabama is an Arboretum’
Dear Alabama Arboretum Ambassador, yes, that means YOU and all of us from Governor Ivey to the youngest child in our state who just discovered the joy of trees, forests, birds and wildlife which divinely endow "Alabama the Beautiful."
This week, a decades-long dream for...
Commission responds to community concerns about Sportsman Lake ducks
CULLMAN, Ala. – Recently, parkgoers have raised concerns about the ducks and the food available for purchase for them at Sportsman Lake Park. Worries are that the food lacks proper nutritional value and is having negative effects on the animals.
Concerns have been brought to...
