This program is very important not only for Cullman County Schools but for Cullman County.”
Dan Sheets, Director of Communication for Cullman County Schools
CULLMAN – The Cullman County School Board is now offering a program to Cullman County schools, which will give high school students the opportunity of a lifetime. The program is called Fast Track for Industry and will...
Updated 06/01/2015 2:30 a.m.
BREMEN – Just before noon Sunday the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting call near 417 Co Rd 109 in Bremen. Sheriff’s deputies began an active search for the alleged shooter, 70 year old Jack Wilson, who was to be driving a white 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
According to Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, deputies and...
The body camera is a silent witness between the officer and whoever he is dealing with.”
Sergeant Jeffery Warnke, Patrol Sergeant
CULLMAN – People in public service do not have it easy. Take the Police for example; they are there when citizens need them, they protect the community while it sleeps, and they strive to keep our cities clean of drugs...
CULLMAN – Last Tuesday, a class geared towards teaching individuals how to begin and maintain a garden using the “Lasagna Gardening” format was held at the North Alabama Agriplex Heritage Center. The process is low maintenance, long lasting, and results in a virtually weed-less garden.
Lasagna Gardening gets its’ name from the layers of material that must be placed on...
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CULLMAN – Waterslides are something that most children get easily excited about, but now the Cullman Wellness and Aquatics Center has added a forty foot tall waterslide to its...
UPDATED: 05/28/2015 - 4:46 p.m.
CULLMAN – The wreck on U.S. Hwy 31 South occurred just south of the City of Cullman, around 1 p.m.
From Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick: Victoria Clements Smith, 30, of Hanceville died when the car she was driving crossed the median and hit a vehicle with four Cullman High School Seniors. Smith was traveling Northbound. The students were traveling Southbound to Wallace...
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made the arrests of the ten non-compliant sex offenders while conducting compliance checks on the 225 registered sex offenders located in Cullman County from February 1st, 2015 through May 27th, 2015.
Also, during that same period of time sheriff deputies have completed a total of 715 compliance checks on the 225 registered sex offenders. This...
TRIMBLE – Smith Lake Park hosted a two day Music Festival over the Memorial Day weekend, May 23rd and 24th. There were arts and crafts vendors, food carts of all kinds and live entertainment for everyone to enjoy. There were also contests and fun people of all ages to enjoy. The weekend also marked the opening of the swimming...
CULLMAN – The Cullman City Public Library is starting up its annual Summer Program in June.
The program has served the children of the city “since at least 1964,” according to Cullman librarian, Sharon Townson.
The theme of this year’s program is “Every Hero Has a Story,” and will feature various heroes from around the Cullman community, including police officers and...
RANDOLPH COUNTY – Saturday, May 23rd, 2015, at approximately 12:53 p.m. Inmate Joshua James Lay, 37 years old, of Vinemont, AL, was captured within 17 hours by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) in Randolph County, AL.
Also taken into custody was his alleged girlfriend Nona Faye Baker, 33 year old, white female, of Clay County who assisted Inmate Lay...
CULLMAN – On Friday, May 22nd, 2015, at approximately 7:53 p.m., an inmate worker walked away from the Cullman County Detention Center while cleaning the lobby area of the detention center.
The inmate is identified as Joshua James Lay, 37 years old, of Vinemont, Ala. Through video surveillance it is believed his girlfriend Nona Faye Baker assisted Inmate Lay by picking...
CULLMAN – Motorcycles have come a long way since their invention. Now, riders have less to worry about when they cruise down the street due to anti-locking brakes and many other safety advancements. These advancements have greatly reduced the risks of motorcycle accidents, but other dangers remain. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness month and serves as a reminder for...
CULLMAN – Today, most people's lives are quite busy. Their minds and hands are constantly doing something, which is generally a good thing, except when they are driving. Driving requires a foot, two hands and a clear mind. For some it can be incredibly hard to not talk on their cell phone or reply to a text, disregarding the...
CULLMAN – Knapsacks for Kids is an organization that feeds starving children in Cullman County. Melissa Betts, children’s minister at First United Methodist and director of Knapsacks for Kids, explained the way it works. The backpacks are packed at First United Methodist Church every Thursday. The children take them home Friday and bring them back to school on Monday.
These...
CULLMAN – Memorial Day is a federal holiday and is meant to remember the people who died while serving in the country's armed forces. The holiday is observed every year on the last Monday in May. In the beginning, it was known as Decoration Day and originated after the Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who...
We want to provide the best possible riding experience money can pay for.”
Tyler Lindsey, Stony Lonesome OHV Park Manager
BREMEN – This Saturday, May 23, Stony Lonesome OHV Park will have its latest installment in a long running program that gives riders of off-road vehicles an opportunity to have fun after the park normally closes. The Night Ride will begin...
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted a celebration for the 10 year anniversary of the Work Release Program this past Wednesday. Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry expressed his gratitude to Sergeant Hadley, Mr. Brock and Mr. Whaley for their hard work for the program. If it weren’t for their blood, sweat and tears throughout the last 10...
CULLMAN – Watch out, Back Forty Beer Co. and Good People Brewing Co., there’s a new brew in town. Cullman is getting its first production brewery. Mike Mullaney, John Dean, Brad Glenn and Gery Teichmiller are the masterminds behind the new idea that has been in the works for a while. With the updated alcohol ordinance the City of...
HANCEVILLE – On Saturday, May 30 and Saturday, June 6, the Hanceville Police Department will hold their fourth annual Ladies Firearms Class. At 7:30 a.m. the doors to the Hanceville City Hall will open and on-site registration will begin. The classes themselves will start up at 8 a.m. and will go until 12 p.m.
There will be two hours of...
CULLMAN – This week, REHAU, Wallace State Community College, and Cullman County Schools announced a new REHAU Academy that will offer paid apprenticeship opportunities to Fast Track for Industry dual enrollment students beginning this fall.
REHAU officials from Cullman and Germany have been in intensive meetings with representatives from Wallace State and Cullman County Schools for several days to work out...
CULLMAN – Across the street from Moe’s Original BBQ sits a small pedestrian bridge which connects 1st Ave SE to 1st Ave SW. This bridge has recently garnered some attention from local couples looking for a fun way to make a statement about their relationship. “Lovelocks”, as they are popularly referred to, are padlocks placed on public bridges, monuments...
CULLMAN – This past Saturday marked the 5th annual Pontiac GMC Car Show at Sportsman Lake Park. The turnout for the event was a bit lower than previous years due to weather concerns. “We probably got about a third of what would have normally came,” says Pontiac Oakland Club International Alabama Chapter President Dennis Philo. “If they’ve got a...
CULLMAN – Pursuant to a traffic stop by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) at 6:47p.m., on May 16th, 2015 near Day Gap Road for a misdemeanor traffic violation two suspects, Mr. Brian Martin and Ms. Cassandra Cooper, were identified by CCSO as having active warrants in another jurisdiction and were placed under arrest.
After deputies began to do an inventory...
CULLMAN – The weather is warming up nicely and with warm weather comes all the fresh fruits and vegetables for which Cullman County is famous. Thankfully there’s a place in town where people can stop and shop for all sorts of homegrown goodies: Festhalle Market Platz.
The Farmers Market is now open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. until...
CULLMAN – Tucked away behind the doors of Northbrook Baptist Church in the early morning hours on Saturday was an epic crafting sensation that had mothers, daughters and friends alike reveling in crafts and fellowship.
CRAFTED Cullman is the new brainchild fundraiser for Hospice of Cullman County, sponsored by Share Club of Cullman. This hardworking group of ladies decided to...
We had a great run and a good time. We had the largest group of runners we’ve ever had, which is about 35 total.”
Rex Sorrow, Cullman County Deputy
CULLMAN – The 2015 Alabama Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Run was held last Wednesday. Members from area law enforcement agencies gathered on the Cullman County Courthouse steps for a...
In 2014, 1,301 individuals in Cullman were directly or indirectly employed by tourism. That is a 5.7 percent increase over 2013.”
Ben Harrison, Tourism Board Chair and Manager of Cullman Regional Airport
CULLMAN – The 2015 Cullman Area Tourism & Community Improvement awards were awarded to area recipients on Thursday at Stone Bridge Farms in the Brown Stone Centre. The event...
BREMEN – Stony Lonesome OHV Park held its Mud Run 5K last Saturday at 8:30 a.m. The event had a turnout of at least 400 contestants. This was the first 5K in what is to be an annual event at the park.
“We do stuff for the community. We wanted to offer something here where you can come here to...
CULLMAN – On the weekend of Friday, May 15 through Sunday, May 17 there will be a vintage camper rally at Smith Lake Park. For those that don't know what a ‘vintage camper rally’ is, don’t worry; Smith Lake Park Director Tony Harris was recently in the same boat.
“I didn’t know much about it at all,” confessed...
CULLMAN – Golf enthusiasts from all over Cullman came out to TP Country Club to take part in Demo Day. Representatives from three major golf club manufacturers from Ping, Cobra, Callaway and TaylorMade were on hand to display and demonstrate their products. Tables were set up with the latest shoes and apparel from Nike, FootJoy and Callaway, as a...
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State President Vicki Karolewics gave a warm welcome to high school and middle school students at Trio day on Tuesday, May 5. She stated, “Our goal is for you to go to college. We want you at Wallace State, but our goal is for you to go to college because that’s how you shape your future....
CULLMAN – A regular Cullman City Council meeting was held Monday, May 11, in the Lucille N. Galin Auditorium in City Hall at 7 p.m.
The meeting began with roll call and the minutes from the city council meeting held on April 27, 2015 was approved.
There were no additions or deletions to the night’s agenda.
Next were reports of standing committees by council members....
CULLMAN – After the threat of severe weather forced a postponement of Crew’s Charity Day, and after much perseverance, the big day finally arrived on Saturday. Team Crew has worked tirelessly to spread awareness and raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis, and yet another year has come to fruition where their efforts have paid off.
The 2nd annual Team Crew Charity...
CULLMAN – Every year, we remember our veterans who have given everything to protect our homeland and others throughout the world. The American Legion, along with the Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting Memorial Day Ceremonies at Sportman’s Lake as well as a unique display on the fence at Veteran’s Park.
“The American Legion and VFW have always alternated the Memorial...
CULLMAN – United Way of Cullman County has met its annual fundraising goal – a feat that has not been seen in at least six years. Executive Director Sammie Danford has been working for two years to breathe life back into the foundation and is succeeding. The organization managed to raise over $400,000 to assist the many local charities...
This is the third year I’ve done the Strawberry Festival, and it’s always a fun weekend.”
Marisa Griffin, Owner of Griffin Family Farms
CULLMAN – Cullman City Parks & Recreation has taken over the Strawberry Festival this year and things went off without a hitch. People from all over Cullman County came out and supported the area farmers and enjoyed all...
TRIMBLE – Smith Lake Park was the place to be this past Saturday as the community gathered together and held a mammoth yard sale. Attendees walked from booth to booth with their arms loaded with goodies. Whether the items being sold were just to make a little extra cash or were the result of some serious spring cleaning, each...
CULLMAN – Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson recently proclaimed the month of April 2015 “Fair Housing Month” in the City of Cullman in recognition of the importance of fair housing to our way of life.
April 11, 2015, marked the 47th anniversary of the passage of the United States Fair Housing Law, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, which...
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Public Library Board and employees recently honored long time librarian, Lesia Coleman, for her 34 years of outstanding service. On Thursday, in appreciation for her dedication to the library, Coleman was presented with a set of Grace Livingston Hill’s books to be shelved in the library.
Lesia was originally a volunteer for the library and...
CULLMAN – In its continuing mission to provide the best patient care possible, Cullman Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is proud to announce that it has become a participant of the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR).
“Joining the AJRR will help ensure that we can continue to provide patients with the best orthopaedic care possible,” said James Clements, CRMC President/CEO.
“By participating...
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Wide Yard Sale that was initially scheduled for Saturday, April 25 at Smith Lake Park has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2015 due to previously forecasted severe weather.
“We want everyone to stay safe,” said Doug Davenport, director of Cullman County Parks and Rec. “If you have already registered for this weekend, please come...
CULLMAN – The annual Team Crew Charity Day has been moved to May 9 due to the threat of inclement weather on the event's previous date, April 25. Forecasts projected the potential for strong storms in the afternoon hours, prompting organizers to move the event.
Team Crew was founded to support a little boy named Crew and his family in...
CULLMAN — The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Cullman County event is shaping up to be a fun and inspirational night. The annual event will be held on Friday, May 1, 2015, at the Cullman County Fairgrounds, with the opening ceremony set to start at 6 p.m.
Before that, cancer survivors are invited to attend the annual Survivors’...
Our goal is to train, develop and prepare players to reach their full potential, athletically and personally, through skill training and character building.”
Jeremiah Castille, Founder of the Jeremiah Castille Foundation
CULLMAN – Former University of Alabama football player, Jeremiah Castille, was the guest speaker at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s Community Luncheon on Friday, April 24. He spoke to...
CULLMAN – The rattling of dice and squeals of delight filled the Family Life Center at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. The glasses were filled, and the dies were cast in an evening of delight for all. The goal was twofold, have fun with friends and raise money for the Altar Society.
“The Altar Society is made up of all...
We have had an amazing turnout; it seems the parents, community, fans and friends around the town have really enjoyed the evening.”
Adam McDowell, Associate Director of Bands and Percussion Director at Cullman High School
CULLMAN – The Cullman High School Bearcat Band’s Drum Line held its annual fundraiser at the high school lunchroom on Thursday night, April 16. All proceeds...
CULLMAN – On Monday, the week long Knapsacks for Kids Food Drive began. Local citizens and area churches have come together to work towards putting a stop to childhood hunger in Cullman County. A colorful school bus decorated with bright flashing lights sits in the Save-A-Lot parking lot, awaiting residents to 'Stuff the Bus' with either food or money. All donations will...
CULLMAN – The local non-profit organization, Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK), along with a few dozen advocates and supporters, gathered around the courthouse recently to pray for the leaders of the county. A balloon release followed to remember those lost, and to send a message to children that are being abused that there are people who care.
The 2015 Walk...
CULLMAN – Three years ago, sci-fi celebrity Wil Wheaton wanted to bring people together to have fun in the world of tabletop games. On Saturday, local residents came together at the Comfort Inn Suites to meet new people, have fun and learn about new games.
Leslie Sanders and her brother Boomer Barr have organized the event for two years now,...
HANCEVILLE – The annual Autism 5K, Walk and Fun Day took place last Saturday at Wallace State Community College. It was a beautiful day to be outside with family, and crowds of people showed up to spread awareness and have fun at all of the events planned throughout the day.
Rhonda Davis, founder of the Autism Support Group in Cullman, organizes...
CULLMAN – It is not an uncommon occurrence to see a child put in the middle of a marital dispute, and one parent pitting their child against the other parent. To shine a light on the damage caused by situations like these, Mayor Max Townson declared April 19-25 as Parental Alienation Prevention Week.
Parental Alienation or hostile aggressive parenting deprives...
HANCEVILLE – Life is a never-ending lesson, and school is full of the best teacher ever – experience. A symbolic testimony to this statement was alive and well this past Thursday night as teachers, students, parents and supporters sat eagerly awaiting the results of the 2015 State of the Schools/Student & Teacher of the Year event held in Wallace...
I enjoy spreading the message of heritage, tradition, and values everywhere I go. I also try to live by those same words, because it gives me something to work toward - honoring the heritage, speaking and promoting the tradition, and living the values each day.”
Larry Rowlette, Colonel Cullmann
CULLMAN – Larry Rowlette has been studying and portraying Colonel Cullmann, the...
I wanted to start this task force here, because a lot of people think of human trafficking and they think, ‘Oh, that doesn’t happen here’, but it does.”
Kathy Wilson, Cullman Juvenile Probation Officer
CULLMAN – Human trafficking is a term rarely heard in the community, but it is a term with which everyone should become familiar. It happens every day,...
CULLMAN – St. Bernard Abbey’s Br. Ambrose Steele, OSB has spent many hours lately mixing monk bread in preparation for the 31st Annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair in Cullman, Alabama on April 18-19, 2015.
Br. Ambrose expects to have 2,000 loaves ready by the weekend. In addition to monk bread, festival patrons will be welcomed by over 160...
We’ve been doing this for 10 years now. I can’t believe the turnout, year after year. It’s been amazing.”
Beth Evans, Colton’s Mother
CULLMAN – On Saturday, April 11, Werner’s Trading Company hosted the 10th Annual Colton’s Cookout for a Cure to benefit the Colton Evans’ Cteam for Relay For Life. Crowds of people were there, buying barbeque plates and ordering...
CULLMAN – A regular Cullman City Council meeting was held Monday night in the Lucille N. Galin Auditorium in City Hall at 7 p.m. The meeting began with roll call and the minutes from the city council meeting on March 23, 2015 was approved. There were no additions to the night’s agenda.
Next were reports of standing committees by council...
CULLMAN – The Cullman Regional Medical Center Board of Directors is pleased to move James Clements from Interim President/Chief Executive Officer into the permanent position leading CRMC. “The board has been extremely impressed by the financial and operational improvements made during his short tenure,” CRMC Board Chair Todd McLeroy said. “We are confident that with his leadership, CRMC will...
I’m really proud of Cullman. This is a hard working community; very cutting edge and has economic growth and I think you are going to continue to see that.”
Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions
CULLMAN – Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions came to Cullman Friday, April 10 to eat some barbecue and meet local citizens. Southern Accents was host to the senator and attendees...
Our department will be forever grateful to the members and staff of Desperation Church. They are truly taking the love of Christ to Cullman.”
Craig Green, Assistant Chief of Police
CULLMAN – Cullman City Police received a nice surprise recently when members of Desperation Church converted an old storage room into a beautiful new kitchen. The kitchen is in the west...
Bring your own piece to work with, or we can provide something for you – it’s up to you.”
Teresa Daniel, Owner of Vintage West
CULLMAN – Chalk Paint was developed over 20 years ago by Annie Sloan and now it is a famous decorative paint. She created the paint in order to have a versatile paint that would have many...
CULLMAN – On Saturday, April 11, starting at 10 a.m. and continuing until 2 p.m., at Werner’s Trading Company in Cullman, there will be a cookout. The annual cookout is held in memory of Colton Evans. There will be deep fried hot dog plates and BBQ sandwich plates available. There is a $7 suggested donation per plate. All proceeds at...
CULLMAN – Everyone has a favorite tabletop game, whether it’s Monopoly, Risk, or maybe even Trivial Pursuit. There are, however, a plethora of fun and challenging games to play that many may not even be aware of. Tabletop games have made a comeback over recent years, and now there is a whole day dedicated to them. Tabletop gamers can celebrate...
This is definitely a community effort and I am excited that the Housing Authority has been so willing to do this.”
Rachel Dawsey, North Alabama Agriplex Director
CULLMAN – The Cullman Housing Authority and the North Alabama Agriplex have been working together on a Community Garden. The new Garden is located on Logan Street, where Cleveland Ave dead-ends into the Housing...
CULLMAN – Local humanitarian, Sara Linkous, is in the final stretch of the National Obesity Foundation’s Humanitarian Award Competition. Linkous was nominated by her cousin, Lauren Heatherly, because of her work within the Cullman community, as well as abroad.
After hearing the news from the first article about Linkous, votes have flooded in, putting her well in the lead. This...
The risk should be very, very low since this baby has mostly stayed home. There shouldn’t be too many others that have been exposed.”
Marti Smith, Infection Control Nurse at CRMC
CULLMAN – A 9-month-old baby girl was brought into the emergency room at CRMC on Saturday, April 4 with suspected measles. According to CRMC lab tests that were sent off,...
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CULLMAN – Cullman Parks & Recreation announced recently the reopening and revitalization of the Farmer’s Market at the Festhalle. The kickoff day for the market was on Tuesday, April...
It is a family friendly event that draws visitors from all over. It always pulls in a record attendance and everyone loves the Bloomin’ Festival.”
Cecelia Smith, Tourism Director for the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce
CULLMAN – The Bloomin’ Festival Arts & Crafts Fair is one of the most popular events in not only Cullman, but throughout the southeast. The...
It is so much more than just the building. It’s donating to restore families, change hearts and rebuild lives in the Cullman Community by supporting this expansion.”
Eddie Wilson, Foundry Farm Director
CULLMAN – Addiction is a serious problem throughout the world, country and even right here in Cullman County. Everyone living in the Cullman area probably has at least one person...
I lost my eyesight; the tumor had pressed against my optic nerves causing me to become blind. But just because I lost my vision doesn’t mean I lost my vision for living.”
Lindsey Jones, Cancer Survivor
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College’s Common Read committee joined forces with the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Cullman County and held an...
HANCEVILLE – The family and friends of Grant Brown have been working hard to raise the money to send one lucky Hanceville student to college for a year. After coming off of a 5K event, the group is not stopping their work to honor a lost loved one. This event featured a regional favorite, Swamp John’s, whose food has...
BERLIN – If you felt a rumble in the earth near Berlin on Saturday, it wasn’t an earthquake. It was the pounding of little feet across the ground racing to gather Easter eggs. The Berlin Sunshine Club held their annual Easter egg hunt and ended up with far more children and parents than ever before.
Approximately 120 people showed up...
CULLMAN – The Saturday before Easter, April 4, Sportsman Lake Park will be hosting an Easter egg hunt. In the past, local radio station WKUL has hosted the event, but due to complications, the station was forced to drop out of sponsoring the event, leaving the park scrambling to find sponsors.
“It is important for kids to have a place...
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Farm-City Committee has become a dynasty, claiming the Overall Best Farm-City Committee Award for the third straight year for excelling in Farm-City programs. County Chairman Lesia Van Gundy received a trophy during the Farm-City Awards Luncheon April 2 in Birmingham.
The group was also recognized in Division I with the Innovative Idea Award for encouraging Farm-City business...
CULLMAN – The American Red Cross hosted a “pillow fight” on Saturday, outside of Walmart, in an effort to gather supplies for their new disaster shelter facility on Beech Avenue in Cullman.
“We have a new disaster shelter here in Cullman over on Beech Ave., which is the same road the county jail is on,” said Ken Brown, local Red...
CULLMAN – Starting around 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 4, people participating in Serra Visser Nissan’s Easter Extravaganza will receive Facebook messages giving them their first hint on where their first destination is. This will start the competitors off on a trip around the city of Cullman, throughout which will involve numerous local businesses.
Keith Rudder, a sales professional at...
From January 2014 to January of 2015, Cullman County DHR had 852 cases of abuse and neglect.”
Nancy Bryant, CCK Assistant Director
CULLMAN – April is a big month as far as awareness for various causes, but one that should not be overlooked is child abuse. This is often a painful subject to delve into in order to really become aware,...
We don’t do traditional advertising. What we call our advertising budget is what we do in good wills for the community.”
Beth Kibler, Jim N’ Nick’s Sales Manager
CULLMAN – Last Monday Jim ‘N Nick's proudly celebrated their 30th birthday with a Day of Giving. The restaurant offered their “Pig on a Bun” special for $2.99, which was the price it...
BETHEL – The construction crew is finally finished and all their equipment has been removed from the area. Clarkson Covered Bridge is once again open to the public. The bridge has been restored and its historic sign has received much-deserved attention.
Visitors to the park will notice new signs located throughout the area. There are 15 small signs in the...
CULLMAN – On Saturday, April 11, cyclists will gather at Hardee’s in the Cullman Shopping Center to raise money for a local Relay for Life team. The riders will organize at 8 a.m. for breakfast at Hardee’s. Anyone can participate but must arrive early for registration. Along with arriving early, a $25 donation is suggested, but “no rider or...
VINEMONT – A possible lightning strike in Vinemont has sent one woman to Cullman Regional Medical Center for observation.
"Yes we did," confirmed Sheriff Matt Gentry. "They (paramedics) transported her to CRMC. She seemed to be okay."
Kelly Allen, Assistant Director for Cullman County EMA said the possible strike left the woman "somewhat disorientated."
HANCEVILLE – It was a brisk spring morning at Wallace State on Saturday as 17 participants ran the 5K course through the campus. The group gathered to have fun, but also to remember a beloved member of the community who was lost too soon. Those participating in the event wore lime green shirts with trendy sunglasses on the front...
CULLMAN – The United Way of Cullman County is reaching out to young professionals of the area to participate in their new program, the Young Professionals Board. Through this board, United Way hopes to utilize the creative talents and skill of younger professionals working in the area.
“The goals of the Young Professionals Board are multi-faceted,” said Stephanie Wood, marketing...
CULLMAN – David Poynor had a vision in 2007 of a therapeutic program that would help individuals with disabilities have access to a unique form of therapy. Upon assembling a board of directors, Horses Offering People Encouragement (H.O.P.E) was approved as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. The Benedictine Sisters of Cullman opened the gates for a permanent home to be...
I’ve been in several different trucks; I’ve worked for the same company for years. I decided I wanted to work for myself, so I bought my own truck in March of this year.”
Chris Eady, Cullman Ice Cream Truck Owner
CULLMAN – Spring is just around the corner and before we know it the dog days of summer will be upon...
CULLMAN – The Link of Cullman County is a faith-based, non-profit organization that supports the needs of our neighbors through goal setting, career advising and financial counseling. Their mission is to foster community in Cullman County to maximize resources and transform lives through the love of Jesus Christ. But they need help in order to accomplish this mission.
Last week,...
I’ve spent more than 30 hours collecting all you need to know to begin your coupon journey in a convenient kit that will not only teach you how to coupon, but will keep you organized so that you can continue to save money month after month.”
Cherrelle Fancher, Owner of Fancher Tutoring Service
CULLMAN – Everybody loves to save money, especially...
WHITE CITY – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry confirmed a car chase involving CNET, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, Hanceville PD and Cullman City PD has successfully ended in White City after beginning on Hwy 31 near Johnsons Crossing Thursday afternoon.
“CNET officers had been observing the suspect. They spotted him driving a truck and attempted to pull him over...
Some people say they love to cook, but I think my grandmother cooked to love, and we’re carrying on that legacy.”
Debbie Veres, Co-owner of Augusta’s Sports Grill
CULLMAN – A new restaurant has opened its doors in Cullman on March 5, and the response has been tremendous in that short time. Augusta’s Sports Grill is a family owned and operated...
CULLMAN – On Wednesday morning, March 18, in front of City Hall, Mayor Max A. Townson led students and citizens of Cullman in celebration of Arbor Day and the city of Cullman’s 27th consecutive year as being designated a “Tree City.”
The Tree City award is given by the Tree City USA program, which is sponsored by the Arbor Day...
A law enforcement agency is only as good as the men and women who serve in it.”
Kenny Culpepper, Cullman City Police Chief
CULLMAN – During the March 23 city council meeting, Captain Jeff Sanford and Sergeant Jeff Warnke were honored for their service to the city of Cullman’s Police Department. Their dedication and commitment to the protection of the people...
CULLMAN – On Friday, March 20, 2015, Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson proclaimed the month of April 2015 "MS Awareness Month." The proclamation was announced at the office of Dr. Christoper Laganke, who strongly supports muscular sclerosis research.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and often disabling disease of the central nervous system that affects thousands of people in Alabama and hundreds...
CULLMAN – When you think of Victim Services of Cullman (VSOC), you probably know that their prime objective is to help rehabilitate and protect those that are victims of domestic violence. Their role in our community, however, reaches even more than what you might think with their services to those in the homeless population, which often goes hand-in-hand with...
They probably could have caught this much earlier if I had gone in when I was supposed to get my colonoscopy.”
Windell Turner, Colon Cancer Survivor
CULLMAN – There are many different kinds of cancer that medicine has no way to catch early with tests, but the second leading cause of cancer-related death does. March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and...
CULLMAN – Young children can make big things happen. Take, for example, Mrs. Stidham’s kindergarten class, also known as the ‘Pony Class’. The group is made up of 17 students, and together, the class collected more Box Tops than all the other classes at the Primary School. As a result, the Ponies will celebrate by having an ice cream...
CULLMAN – The North Alabama Agriplex is a magical place where children learn, play and grow as they explore their natural world. Farm Kid’s Club, Heritage Skills, Living Landscapes and the Heritage Homeschool Program are just a few of the classes taught at the Agriplex.
“It started as a vision,” Rachel Dawsey, coordinator for the Agriplex said. “A long time...
CULLMAN – There is a new business in town and it is full of antiques and Cullman history. The Antique Market opened its beautiful old doors on February 3, 2015. It is located in the heart of the Downtown Historic District of Cullman.
“The store is nice and quaint,” said Proprietor Beth Veigl. “I do have several booth vendors; some...
CULLMAN – The Cullman Civitan Club held their Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction on Friday at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church's Fellowship Hall. Spaghetti, fresh salad, garlic bread and homemade desserts were served. The Civitans did things a little different this year and allowed local businesses to purchase spaghetti lunches for delivery.
“This is our annual fundraiser that we...
CULLMAN – Congress has appropriated $120 million to supplement and expand emergency food and shelter programs. Each jurisdiction's award is based upon the jurisdiction's total number of unemployed as compared to the total number of unemployed in all qualifying jurisdictions.
Cullman’s total award amount is $27,708. According to Executive Director of Victim Services, Donna Jacobs, funds will be distributed to...
Funeral Services for Lexie A. McSwain, age 85 will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 17, 2015 in the Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Johnsons Grove Cemetery, with Rev. Dillon Calvert officiating.
Moss-Service Funeral Home of Cullman directing.
Lexie passed away Saturday, March 14, 2015 at her home. She was born on August 6, 1929 in Cullman County...
