Community Career Fair gives personal quality to hiring process
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development partnered with Cullman Economic Development Agency Thursday to sponsor a Community Career Fair...
Busted Knuckle Off Road Vehicles to expand facility
CULLMAN, Ala. - A group of members from the Cullman Chamber of Commerce, Wallace State, Cullman Area Technology Academy and the Cullman Economic Development...
Gleann Brook Acres providing better beef with pasture-raised Highland cattle
CULLMAN, Ala. - Scottish Highland cattle are highly sought-after livestock for their docile nature, ability to withstand harsh weather and high-quality beef. Gleann Brook...
NASA partners with industry for new spacewalking, moonwalking services
WASHINGTON DC - NASA has selected Axiom Space and Collins Aerospace to advance spacewalking capabilities in low-Earth orbit and at the Moon, by buying...
Alabama poultry’s environmental excellence
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Poultry ranks as Alabama’s top-producing agricultural commodity. The industry continues to strive for environmental excellence each day while meeting the...
Alabama’s booming catfish industry ranked #2 in U.S.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Alabama has a reputation for cooking and serving delicious food. Barbecue, coleslaw and fried chicken are all southern staples. In the summer,...
Tyson Foods renews commitment to Alabama’s agriculture industry with $208 million dollar investment in new Hanceville facility
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tyson Foods, Friday morning at Wallace State Community College, announced a new facility adjacent to its former Hanceville Tyson Foods/ River...
Cullman area wages not keeping up with inflation
CULLMAN, Ala. - The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the Decatur area wages have increased by 0.2% from January 2021 - January 2022...
Governor Ivey announces BELLA+CANVAS plans high-tech fabric-cutting facility in Alabama, creating 557 jobs in Wetumpka
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that BELLA+CANVAS, a fast-growing apparel manufacturer with a “Made in the U.S.A” focus, plans a...
Don’t be stumped by the 2022 timber market
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The Alabama timber industry is successfully healing after the COVID-19 pandemic’s temporary crippling of the market two years ago. The...
Economic development leaders give industry and workforce updates at Industry Appreciation Night
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Industry Appreciation Night took place Tuesday at the Terri Pines County Club featuring the many industries in Cullman who got...
Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday begins Friday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - With seemingly constant threats of inclement weather, no matter the season, residents will be able to participate in the state’s annual...
Alabama’s unemployment rate remains steady at 3.1%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted December unemployment rate is 3.1%, unchanged from...
All oyster harvest zones to close January 21, 2022
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Pursuant to Section 9-12-28, Code of Alabama 1975 as stated by Rule 220-3-.02, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’...
Many factors at play in the current inflation situation
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – “Inflation” is a word that is being thrown around a lot in today’s media market. What is inflation? What is...
Shipping deadlines to meet while online Christmas shopping
CULLMAN, Ala. - In order for your holiday packages to arrive by Dec. 24, frequently used shipping services have provided their recommended last days...
Limited Christmas Trees available in Cullman due to national shortage
CULLMAN, Ala. - Due to a national Christmas tree shortage, The American Christmas Tree Association recommends U.S. consumers find their Christmas tree early this...
Cullman independent pharmacies unaffected by supply chain disturbances
CULLMAN, Ala. - There have been recent reported shortages of some prescription drug medications in North Alabama due to supply chain disturbances. The Food...
City of Cullman lists current employment opportunities
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman currently has available employment opportunities with the Utilities Board, Street Department, Police Department and the Sanitation Department.
City...
Governor Kay Ivey tours Cullman Homtex facility
CULLMAN, Ala. – In November of 2020, Gov. Kay Ivey announced that Homtex received $10,572,100 in Coronavirus Aid funds. Homtex Inc. has since used...
RWC hosting job fair Thursday, Nov. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - Reliance Worldwide Corporation, based right here in Cullman, is a renowned company with over 70 years of innovation experience. RWC continuously...
Downtown Hanceville hosting Project Rebound pop-up shop circuit event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Local entrepreneurs are getting an opportunity to showcase their wares in downtown Hanceville.
The Decatur-Morgan Entrepreneurial Center is hosting a pop-up shop...
Cullman Airport $4 million runway under construction; scheduled to be completed by Dec. 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional Airport started a $4 million runway project on Sept 1 which is slated to be finished this December.
Airport Manager...
NASA statement on National Aerospace Week
WASHINGTON D.C. - The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Bill Nelson on National Aerospace Week, hosted by Aerospace Industries Sept. 13-17. This...
REHAU hosts anniversary celebration with Governor Ivey in attendance; announces $50M expansion
(Photo courtesy of REHAU)
CULLMAN, Ala. – REHAU’s Cullman location is celebrating its 25th birthday by announcing plans to expand its plant. The expansion plan...
Ivey announces Alabama’s July unemployment rate is 3.2%; Cullman 2.3%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Friday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted July 2021 unemployment...
REHAU plant in Cullman celebrates 25 years in operation
LEESBURG, Va. – REHAU announces the 25-year anniversary of the establishment of its production plant in Cullman, Ala. The plant began operations in early...
Amazon to phase out older models of Kindle devices
SEATTLE, WA. - Cell carriers have recently decided ‘out with the old, and in with the new’ for older 2G and 3G networks, and...
DB Technologies holds grand opening at Wallace State Community College
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - DB Technologies recently held their grand opening at Wallace State Community College (WSCC) in the Bailey Center Friday, July 16. Among...
Scooter’s Coffee continues growing in Alabama
OMAHA, Neb.– Scooter’s Coffee LLC, the Midwest-based drive-thru coffee franchise, is continuing its effort to grow its presence throughout the United States by bringing...
NASA named best place to work, No. 1 for COVID-19 response
WASHINGTON - For the ninth consecutive year, the Partnership for Public Service has ranked NASA as the Best Place to Work in the Federal...
Cullman City Council approves Regional Airport improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council passed two resolutions Monday evening concerning Cullman Regional Airport, allowing the facility to improve its runway and...
Make more from the food you grow
AUBURN UNIVERSITY - Each growing season, producers must decide how and where to sell their crops. Farmers markets, grocery stores, roadside stands and wholesale...
Livestock making the switch to soy? Everything you need to know!
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Did you know? Livestock were on the soy diet before it was cool.
While this may seem a bit surprising, soybeans...
Recent drop in lumber prices doesn’t tell full story
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – After a year of record-high lumber prices, headlines across the country are reporting a 40% plunge in prices since May....
Drinkard Development breaks ground for new cinema in Albertville
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – After a weekend of rain, the sun finally came out as Drinkard Development broke ground Tuesday afternoon of what will become...
Small Businesses – Why Shop Local?
People may often see the terms “shop local” or “buy small” used in advertisements, on bumper stickers and in-store signs. These terms are also...
Gov. Ivey awards grant to create commerce and jobs in Good Hope
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $300,000 grant to create commerce in the city of Good Hope and bring new jobs.
The...
Alabama’s April unemployment rate drops to 3.6%, Cullman County 2.1%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted April unemployment rate is 3.6%, down from...
ADOL issues reminders regarding teen employment
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – As summer approaches, the Alabama Department of Labor is reminding employers of the regulations associated with employing teen workers. As many...
Congressman Aderholt announces $3.4 million grant for runway upgrades at Cullman Regional Airport
WASHINGTON D.C. — Friday, Congressman Robert Aderholt announced a grant from the Federal Government that will help to reconstruct the runway and the runway lighting...
Rebound: Cullman’s tornado recovery makes huge leaps
CULLMAN, Ala. - The large multi-vortex EF-4 tornado that plowed through downtown Cullman on the afternoon of April 27, 2011 did massive damage along...
Gibbs Garden Center- In full bloom
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The blooms and color were bursting at the official ribbon-cutting held Friday morning at Gibbs Garden Center in Good Hope....
Cullman industries and businesses need workers, job fair coming April 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman area industries and businesses are in need of workers, and local agencies are teaming up to bring supply and demand...
Alabama’s March unemployment rate drops to 3.8%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today that Alabama’s preliminary seasonally adjusted March 2021 unemployment rate is 3.8%, down...
Initial unemployment claims for week of March 21 – 27
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Labor released the official count for initial claims filed during the week of March 21-27, 2021.
In all,...
Jersey Mike’s to donate all March 31 proceeds to the Make-A-Wish Foundation
CULLMAN, Ala. – March is the Month of Giving and this Wednesday, March 31, Cullman’s Jersey Mike’s Subs will be donating 100% of the...
Cullman Career Center Work-Based Learning program offers pathway to industry
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kalub Garnett, with a little effort and a good work ethic, is currently in training for his second promotion at Royal...
