CULLMAN, Ala. - For the purposes of applying Alabama's motor vehicle registration laws and property tax laws as related to the annual registration and renewal of vehicles during the month of March and April 2020, the registration deadline has been extended through May 15, 2020.
The extension includes the registration of vehicles purchased or otherwise acquired whereby the twenty (20) day...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Victim Services of Cullman has received funding from the National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators (NAVAA) through a grant from the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), within the Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice, to promote community awareness of crime victims’ rights and services during the 2020 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
The awarded...
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the school closure and schools turning to online courses for students, many schools are hosting “drive-by parades” to say good-bye to their beloved students one last time. Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) followed the trend Wednesday morning, with a line of cars down Stadium Drive, giving students the opportunity to wave good-bye to their teachers...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Regional Medical Center reports that COVID-19 is having a critical and hopefully short-term financial impact on the entire local healthcare community.
“As healthcare professionals, we are used to pulling together as a team in a time of crisis,” Cullman Regional CEO James Clements said. “But this is unlike any situation we’ve experienced before.”
Cullman Regional’s team has...
The spread of COVID-19 has brought an abrupt and
unsatisfying end to the careers of senior athletes all over the state. This
time of year should be full of sporting events to attend ranging from track
meets and baseball games to archery tournaments and soccer and everything in
between. With schools closing their doors for the remainder of the year, many
athletes had their...
FAIRVIEW, Ala.- It was a bittersweet farewell at Fairview Elementary School Monday as administrators, teachers and staff waved and greeted students- from a safe distance, of course. A parade of approximately 200 cars lined up to allow the students to see and speak to their teachers after the decision was made by Governor Kay Ivey to cancel school for...
VINEMONT, Ala.- As schools and students across the county and state work to transition to at-home/distance learning due to school closures, teachers are finding ways to positively impact their students. One particular teacher at Vinemont Elementary School has made a lifelong impact on a student by taking pen to paper and sending a good old-fashioned letter. The letter was...
TUSCLOOSA, Ala. – With
seemingly endless waves of bad news hitting the sports world day after day, the
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) was able to send out a positive
headlines Monday. The Division 1 Council voted to allow schools to provide spring-sport
student-athletes an additional season of competition and an extension of their
period of eligibility.
The Council’s statement reads in part,
“Members also...
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), COVID-19 testing will begin next Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the Cullman County Health Department. To be tested, you have to be symptomatic and the ADPH recommends a physician referral.
What: COVID-19 Testing
Where: Cullman County Health Department / 601 Logan Ave. SW, Cullman, AL 35055
When: Tuesday /...
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the week of April 6, when students were scheduled to return from this week’s Spring Break, both Cullman County Schools and Cullman City Schools will resume the drive-thru distribution of meal packs to students who may need extra nutritional support.
Cullman City Schools Superintendent Dr. Susan Patterson told The Tribune, “Cullman City Schools will resume our...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bear hunting fever is sweeping the Cullman community! Young hunters, armed with cameras and getting a little grown-up help behind the wheel, are breaking the quarantine monotony by searching neighborhoods around town and across the county for plush teddy bears of all shapes and sizes, then posting their finds to the Cullman Bear Hunt Facebook page...
CULLMAN, Ala. - With many public services being limited or closed down due to COVID-19 concerns, many people may worry about what they should do if their driver's licenses or car tags expire while the Cullman County Courthouse is closed or they are otherwise unable to renew them in person. To learn more about how people can take care...
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County announced Tuesday it has committed $5,000 from emergency resources to launch the COVID-19 Community Response Fund. Through donations from our community, business partners and the release of emergency funds, United Way’s Board of Directors has established a grant process to aid nonprofits on the frontline of the pandemic.
“United Way is committed to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As many local businesses struggle due to the enforced social distancing protocols, the North Alabama Agriplex has rolled out a new program to help both farmers and customers during the quarantine: a virtual farmers’ market. The market will allow people to purchase local produce online at https://cullmangrown.company.site/ from noon on Mondays to noon on Tuesdays, then...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As kids and many parents are stuck at home for the time being, folks are seeking free or low-cost opportunities to combat boredom, promote activity and get some fresh air. Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST) and Cullman County Parks and Recreation (CCPR) outdoor facilities have seen an upsurge in usage, with some- particularly Hurricane...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Another
local athlete is preparing to take their talents to the next level. Hanceville’s
Tyson Bellmon signed a scholarship to continue his playing career at Marion
Military Institute Sunday afternoon after putting together a stellar Bulldog
career. The three-point shooting specialist helped lead Hanceville to the Northeast
Regional in his junior season and was a big part of this year’s dramatic...
I can remember a time when I
dreaded sundown. I was a kid afraid of the dark and the monsters that lived
under my bed. Eventually, I realized the monsters were not under my bed but in
my head. As an adult, I remember an incident that scared me beyond terrification.
(No, it‟s a good word; I didn‟t make it up). Jean and...
Some times I hear
about someone else’s grandsons. I try to put that person in the limelight for a
little while. I don’t use their names to protect the innocent.
Rudene has a good
friend that she has known for several years. Sometimes they share war stories
about their grandchildren. This is about one of the friend’s grandsons.
The era of the
sixth finger gun had...
From The Files Of 1937:
Marriages:
October 13 – David M. Morgan,, 36, to Cordelia Harper, 34
and Floyd Chaney, 24, to Molly Roberts, 18.
October 14 – Elzie Thomas, 21,
to Ruby Stone, 22 and Valent Vail Meigs,
20, to Pauline Thompson.
October 15 – Verlie Parker, 28,
to Ottie Williamson, 21; R.V. Fowler, 21, to I.V. Smith, 17 and Willis Moore,
26, to Leathie Belle...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
- On Friday, Alabama State Health Officer Scott Harris issued an amended order
closing “non-essential” businesses statewide until Apr. 17. Closures will go
into effect at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 28.
The order reads as follows:
ORDER OF THE STATE HEALTH OFFICER SUSPENDING CERTAIN
PUBLIC GATHERINGS DUE TO RISK OF INFECTION BY COVID-19
(APPLICABLE STATEWIDE)
AMENDED MARCH 27, 2020
WHEREAS, Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been
detected...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Déjà
vu. For the second straight season, the Alabama Sports Writers Association
(ASWA) has named Cold Springs standout Elizabeth Hill the Girls 2A Player of
the Year in the state of Alabama. Hill earned the award a season ago after
helping lead the Lady Eagles to a state title and received it once again this
year after Cold Springs made a...
CULLMAN, Ala. – With
Gov. Ivey and State Superintendent of Education Dr. Eric Mackey’s announcement
about students staying home for the rest of the school year coming Thursday
afternoon, that puts a lid on spring sports for 2020. As a result, this year’s
baseball season is now officially in the books and though we weren’t able to
get many games played, there were still...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. –
Restaurants around the county have had to noticeably adapt quickly to new
restrictions and orders put in place by officials due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
The statewide health order issued by Governor Kay Ivey March 19 has drastically
affected the way restaurants conduct their business.
Per restaurants, the health order instated, “Any restaurant,
bar, brewery or similar establishments shall not...
CULLMAN, Ala. -
Amy Gleaton, a career and technical education teacher at Cullman High School,
is proving how crafty she can be in the face of a crisis. When she heard from a
friend who is a medical professional about an office shortage of masks, she
decided to help out.
Said Gleaton, “I’m not a seamstress by any means, but
I can sew a stitch...
CULLMAN, Ala.-
Area funeral homes are having to change the way they plan services as they
adjust to guidelines set forth by the state. Local funeral homes have
implemented new protocols and new innovative ideas. They also want the public
to know they are prepared to handle the needs of the community and have plans
in place in case COVID-19 deaths were to spike.
Mike...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- “Feeding the Gulf Coast” (FGC) does not sound like an organization that would
concern itself with north Alabama, but Outreach Senior Coordinator Carol Ann
Hopper, who lives in the Cullman area and works at the agency’s Huntsville
office, wants people to know the FGC’s services are available here and across
the state.
Said Hopper, “We are a free resource for everybody in
the...
CULLMAN, Ala. -
As the county takes precautions to protect residents and reduce the spread of
COVID-19, many animal lovers are becoming concerned for the county's
four-legged residents. Several areas across the country report that people are
abandoning their pets or giving them up to shelters due to fears that they may
be carriers for the disease, so The Tribune reached out to Dwain Floyd...
HUNTSVILLE —
The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that contractor
Wiregrass Construction will temporarily close the inside southbound lane of
U.S. 31 north of Olive Street in Cullman for drainage work Monday, March 30,
through Friday, April 10.
The drainage work is in preparation for nearly $1.3
million in improvements to the U.S. 31 and Olive Street intersection, including
construction of extensions to the...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – As churches around Cullman feel the strain of social distancing on their worship services, many are utilizing different livestreaming services to continue bringing worship and sermons to their home-bound congregations - some uploading services to YouTube or their church's website, others tuning in to their pastors' personal Facebook pages for sermons streamed live from their homes....
CULLMAN, Ala. -
As many healthcare workers across the nation struggle with shortages of
sanitary face masks, some craft workers are using their skills to help combat
the shortage and Cullman is no exception. Sharon Spiegle, a Cullman County
resident, heard from workers at the Cullman Health Care Center that there was a
shortage of masks, so she bought fabric, elastic cord, and HEPA air...
BAILEYTON, Ala. –
Since June 2018, the Parkside Outreach Program (POP), a 501(c)3 organization,
has been supporting Baileyton and surrounding communities with a food pantry
funded purely from food donations and funds raised from the organization’s
thrift store inside the A&D Motors Baileyton location. The Tribune spoke
with POP Manager Debbie Humphries to learn more on the organization.
“Our Director and Founder Jennifer Boatright Harlow
and...
CULLMAN, Ala.-
Inside Lavish Boutique in Cullman’s Warehouse District, shoppers are sure to
find beautiful clothes and accessories, sweet fragrances and perhaps some divine
inspiration. Near the back of the boutique hangs a simple, yet heartwarming prayer
wall where people can take or leave prayer requests. As the Covid-19 situation
continues, the prayer wall is a great example of why Cullman is one of...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. -- Wednesday
marks two weeks since the doors began closing to visitors at assisted living
and nursing home facilities throughout Cullman County and the State of Alabama.
Administrators and staff of facilities in Cullman have been working especially
hard to help ease the minds of their residents by finding creative ways to keep
them active and in communication with families and...
HANCEVILLE, Ala.-
It was a gorgeous afternoon for a city council meeting. The Hanceville City
Council met Thursday for their regularly scheduled council meeting and in
keeping with the guidelines set forth by Governor Kay Ivey, Mayor Kenneth Nail
decided to hold the meeting outside with all in attendance carefully spaced six
feet apart.
Friday morning at the Hanceville Civic Center, Jack’s
will be giving out...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
- On Thursday afternoon, Gov. Kay Ivey issued a supplemental State of Emergency
notice as she and State Superintendent of Education Dr. Eric Mackey announced
that all schools will remain closed through the remainder of the school year.
Mackey stated that online and take-home resources will be used to continue
students’ education and that the school year has been extended from mid-May
until...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Applications are now open for anyone interested in enrolling in many of the Health Science programs at Wallace State Community College. Most of the programs accept new students each fall.
Applications are taken in for the following programs with a priority deadline of June 1: Dental Assisting, Dental Hygiene, Diagnostic Imaging, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Emergency Medical Services,...
Troy, Ala. – Three Trojans were named to Perfect Game's list of the nation's top 400 MLB Draft prospects, the organization announced earlier this week. Right-handed pitcher Tekoah Roby, a 2020 signee with the Trojans, was listed as the 112th best prospect in the draft while Levi Thomas and Rigsby Mosley checked in at No. 153 and 259 on the list, respectively. Levi Thomas – RHPThomas' draft...
CULLMAN, Ala. – With
schools shut down across the state, high school sports are in the middle of an
unprecedented hiatus. As of now, a return to normal school operations and local
sports could still be on the horizon. In case play resumes later this spring,
here is where the local softball teams stand with part of the season in the
books. Governor Kay...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- In the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, seniors are statistically the most
vulnerable population and have to take extra precautions to guard against
exposure to the disease. Recognizing the specific needs that its own seniors
may have during this time; Daystar Church is implementing an “adopt-a-senior”
plan for its congregation.
Daystar Global Outreach Director Chris Hopper shared,
“The main goal is to make...
CULLMAN, Ala. -
As churches respond to the Coronavirus pandemic by transitioning to online
services and Bible studies, Northbrook Baptist Church is hoping to help smaller
churches continue to minister. Pastor Keith Warden explained,
“There’s a lot of smaller churches, and then there’s
also just guys that are bivocational, and so they don’t have the manpower and
stuff. I know some churches are not normally...
CULLMAN, Ala. –
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has proven to be a trialing time for all
aspects of the economy and way of life at all levels: federal, state and local.
One force that has not slowed down is the trucking industry, which is
experiencing a new set of challenges due the pandemic, with trucks hauling
retail items or medical supplies at an all-time...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- The Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) announced Wednesday that the
Duck River Reservoir will reopen to boat fishing Thursday, March 26. In a
message, CEDA Director Dale Greer wrote:
The main boat ramp on the East Side of the
Reservoir at the dam and the launch on the West side of the lake off County
Road 1670 (formerly County Road 1651) will...
BREMEN, Ala.
-- The Night Ride scheduled at Stony Lonesome OHV Park for Saturday March 28
has been canceled. Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport
said Wednesday afternoon, “We called it off. We are going to cancel it.”
The delay in the cancelation had caused some concern
regarding guidelines put in place by the state to limit the spread of
Covid-19.
Davenport explained,...
WEST POINT, Ala. – Monday
was an exciting day for West Point’s Amanda Dyer. The senior goalkeeper signed
a scholarship to continue her playing career with the Judson College Eagles
next year.
Lady Warriors Head Coach Rob Whitesell is proud of his
standout keeper for earning this opportunity and is excited to see the effect her
accomplishment could have on the rest of the...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 24, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
No incidents or
arrests reported.
Cullman Police
Department
Incidents
March 23
fourth-degree
theft of property; Walmart; Hwy. 157; miscellaneous; $231fourth-degree
theft of property; Walmart; Hwy. 157; miscellaneous; $48fourth-degree
theft of property; Walmart; Hwy. 157; lawn mower; $323fourth-degree
theft of property; Walmart;...
CULLMAN, Ala.
– With the recent public health order from Governor Kay Ivey
closing dining rooms for restaurants across the state of Alabama, local
establishments have had to adapt with new hours and changes to how they deliver
their services as well. Restaurants are now having to offer curbside service or
drive-thru options (if they didn’t offer it already).
The restaurants listed below are offering...
HOMEWOOD, Ala. -
On Tuesday, Milo’s Hamburgers informed The Tribune that it has recently
launched the “Alabama Strong” campaign to support the communities where its
restaurants are located across Central and North Alabama.
In a statement, Milo's public relations specialist wrote, “Alabama residents have supported Milo’s for nearly 75 years – and now Milo’s wants to be there for fellow Alabamians.”
The notice continued:
To...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. -- Among
the many challenges that come with slowing Covid-19 (coronavirus) from
spreading is making sure Cullman County’s homebound residents are able to
obtain the essential items they need. Many of those residents rely on CARTS
(Cullman Area Rural Transportation Services) for access to shopping,
prescriptions and doctor’s appointments. The Cullman County Commission recently
announced at a press conference changes to the...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- Cullman City Schools (CCS) on Monday began distributing “Grab and Go Curbside
Meals” to students 18 and younger from the lunchroom at West Elementary School.
Each student in the drive-through line received two days’ worth of breakfasts
and lunches.
Cullman High School Principal Kim Townson Hall, who
volunteered to help, told The Tribune, “Our child nutrition workers from around
the school system have...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- On Monday, Good Samaritan Health Clinic Director Jolanda Hutson released this
statement from the clinic’s Medical Director, assuring clients of continuing
services with certain changes to keep everyone safe:
The Good Samaritan Clinic recognizes the
challenges that COVID-19 brings to the healthcare system and we
are proud to successfully continue our commitment to the uninsured patients in
our area. For the safety of...
ARKADELPHIA, Ala.
- Saturday, Arkadelphia residents discovered a newly forming pothole on County
Road 8. At first, the spot appeared small, but when the pavement began to sink
in around it, witnesses discovered a substantial amount of earth washed out
under the asphalt, creating a sinkhole in the road. The Cullman County
Sheriff’s Office, local firefighters and a Cullman County Road Department crew
responded shortly...
WALTER, Ala.
- Sunday morning, churches across the country took advantage of social media to
carry on with their Sunday services while respecting COVID-19 quarantine and
social distance restrictions. In rural Cullman County, tiny Oak Level Baptist
Church held its first-ever livestream worship service and Pastor Etsel Riddle
discovered that his congregation had grown. Accustomed to preaching to typical
crowds of 25 or less, the...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- After a temporary suspension of services announced last Thursday, Cullman
Caring for Kids (CCK) reopened its food bank Monday morning. While the food
ministry is back up and running, it has made modifications to its method to
protect the health of both its staff and clients.
Before the reopening, CCK Director Javon Daniel told
The Tribune Sunday evening, “As it stands right...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala.
- As the nation sits under advisories and orders to self-quarantine, north Alabama
could face a weather situation Tuesday that will force them to choose between
maintaining social distance and protecting themselves and their families from a
tornado or other severe weather. The National Weather Service (NWS), Alabama
Department of Public Health (ADPH) and Cullman County Emergency Management
Agency (CEMA) say to...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala.
– After the recent public
health order from Governor Kay Ivey, local businesses around the county have
shown they’re going through trials and tribulations to continue to serve
customers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Tribune spoke with
several local businesses to see how they have been impacted and what they’re
doing to continue business as best they can.
Cullman’s local chain Frios...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The
2020 Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant that was scheduled for Saturday April 18
at Wallace State Community College has been cancelled. The event is organized
by the Cullman County Commission on Aging and led by Angie Carter. She said of
the cancellation, “We hope everyone understands why it was canceled and that we
will reschedule it as soon as we...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The
City of Cullman continues to provide essential services – police, fire,
emergency medical, water and sewer service, electricity– all operations deemed
appropriate.
Closing down everything is simply not an option for
local governments, according to Mayor Woody Jacobs. Conditions are different in
every city and every community.
You are going to see variations in policies throughout
the Nation, state, counties and cities....
BREMEN, Ala. – Just
a few weeks after Lawson Burgess signed his letter of intent to play for
Huntingdon, another Eagles standout has chosen where he will play his college
career. Cold Springs’ Jordan Lacey will be headed to Maryville, Tenn. to play
for Head Coach Shaun Hayes and the Fighting Scots.
Cold Springs Head Coach Justin Cornelius had high
praise for the two-way star,...
HANCEVILLE, AL —
Wallace State Community College is now offering free counseling services
to students, and in the current crisis, these services are being offered in a
virtual environment. David A. Smith, M.S., LPC-S, of
Wellstone Behavioral Health is available four days a week to assist
students, no matter how big or small their issue may be.
In his first few weeks with the college, Smith said a
common...
ATLANTA, Ga. – Cullman
Gymnastics & Cheer Academy’s Xtreme Allstars were back on the road last
weekend for the All-Star Prep Nationals at the Georgia International Convention
Center and they came home with some more hardware. The Queens, Empresses and
Mini Majesties all placed first in their respective divisions after each of
them put together zero-deduction routines.
Xtreme All Stars Head Coach Ashley Wilbanks...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State has been officially
recognized as a National Society of Leadership Success Chapter, and outstanding
student leaders across campus are being invited to the join National Society of
Leadership and Success, a national student leadership honor society also known
as Sigma Alpha Pi.
Students are recommended for membership by faculty based on
their outstanding leadership potential and academic achievement. Those who...
Several years ago, when our
children were still just youngsters, I had never given any thought about
grandchildren. But I had a sister-in-law who had grandchildren and she would get
on my nerves telling about her grandbabies, showing their pictures and bragging
about them.
I’ll tell you; I had no idea how
grand grandchildren really are until we had our first one.
Now we have five...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local chain Frios Pops’ mission has always been to have “fresh, frozen fun,” with “pops with a purpose.” The Tribune spoke with franchise co-owner Kristy Keiffer on the store’s most recent mission: the “Create-a-Card” campaign, in which Frios will be collecting handmade cards to share encouragement with medical personnel, nursing home residents and others.
“We decided that,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Deborah Stam is doing her part to respond to the coronavirus pandemic by keeping the needy among her Hanceville neighbors supplied with food and other items they might need during this time. Stocking the Hope Pantry behind the Hanceville Library is not a new thing for her; she has been doing it for quite some time.
Stam...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - As people “hunker down,”
“shelter in place” and create “social distance,” there are volunteers in
Cullman County who are making it their job to get out and see to the needs of
area seniors, who are the most vulnerable to the effects of COVID-19. Cullman
County Commission on Aging (COA) Director Dusty Baker shared some good news
with The Tribune...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced today that small businesses across Alabama negatively
impacted by the coronavirus pandemic are eligible for assistance under the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program.
The program will help qualified businesses and non-profit organizations recover from economic losses tied to the abrupt downturn triggered by the COVID-19 disease.
“Small businesses represent the backbone...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Schools,
businesses, restaurants and sports are shutting down across the country but it’s
still awards season for local basketball teams. The Alabama Sports Writers Association
is releasing its finalists for the Player of the Year awards and last year’s 2A
Girls Player of the Year, Cold Springs senior Elizabeth Hill, is once again a
finalist. The senior forward and reigning 2A...
The City of Cullman will enforce the social distancing measures outlined in the Amended Order of the State Health Officer Suspending Certain Public Gatherings Due to Risk of Infection by COVID-19 (link), which include, but may not be limited to, the following:
All non-work-related gatherings of 25 persons or more, or gatherings of any size that cannot maintain a...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –
Andy Kennedy has been named the seventh head coach of the University of Alabama
at Birmingham men’s basketball program, Director of Athletics Mark Ingram
announced Friday.
Pending approval by the University of Alabama System
Board of Trustees, Kennedy will return to his alma mater where he is the second
leading scorer in program history. A two-time SEC Coach of the Year and
winningest...
A word from the City of Cullman: “Cullman restaurants, bars, daycare operations and child care facilities are officially closed under a Statewide Public Health Order issued by Governor Kay Ivey.
“Mayor Woody Jacobs said the governor and Alabama Department of Public Health imposed the ban Wednesday in an effort to prevent the spread of the COVID-19, and he says Cullman will...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County, a local clearinghouse for resources to combat poverty, ran a marathon of sorts Tuesday. Starting early in the morning, staff and volunteers picked up, sorted and distributed four small trailer loads of perishable food items donated by Cullman City Schools. The items went out to nine other area agencies for distribution...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Cancer Society has extended its postponement of Relay For Life events through mid-May. This temporary postponement impacts the annual Relay For Life of Cullman County event planned for May 1 at the Cullman County Fairgrounds as well as team fundraising events and the annual Survivors’ Breakfast that was planned for April 29.
“We want...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- North-South all-star squads for the upcoming AHSAA North-South All-Star Girls’ and Boys’ Basketball Games have been selected and Lady Eagles Point Guard Toni West earned a spot on the Girls North roster. The junior landed on this year’s North team after helping lead the Lady Eagles to back to back Northwest Regional titles and a runner-up...
VINEMONT, Ala. – After
racking up over 1,600 yards and 16 touchdowns on the ground and earning First-Team
All-State honors in his senior season, Vinemont’s Dallin Dinkle is taking his
talents to Huntingdon College. Eagles Head Coach Stephen Robinson is proud of
his standout running back for earning this opportunity, but he isn’t surprised.
Robinson has seen Dinkle put in the work to become...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools on Tuesday donated many of its perishable food items, which would have gone to waste in the extended school break due to COVID-19, to The Link of Cullman County, which, in turn, distributed the food to nine other community agencies.
The Link’s newest staffer, Prosperity Fund Coordinator Melissa Betts, described a packed morning schedule...
The City of Cullman is saddened to hear of the passing of former Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism Director John Hunt. John served as parks and rec director for more than 22 years, retiring from the position in 2014 to pursue other goals. He oversaw many additions to the parks and recreation system including Heritage Park, Field Of...
Statement from Walmart:
As the coronavirus situation continues to evolve, we know it’s top-of-mind for you. We see it in the items you’re buying and hear it in the conversations we’re having in our stores. Please be assured we’re working as hard as we can to take care of you and your family.
As the situation continues to change, we’re taking...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local group met Tuesday afternoon to discuss the Cullman community response to the COVID-19.
Representatives of the hospital, 911, emergency management, emergency medical services, law enforcement, public health, nursing homes, fire departments, legislative delegation, local government leaders, education and others participated in the conference call to discuss the next steps to protect the public, safeguard service...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The obvious winners of last week’s Citizens Bank and Trust (CBT) cereal drive for Cullman Caring for Kids are the children of Cullman County’s families in need, but the drive was carried out as a contest between local elementary schools and classes, which produced winners of its own who will receive a pizza party to celebrate...
Updated 3-17-20 10:18 a.m. with the below information from Cullman City Schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - With schools across the state temporarily closed due to the coronavirus, concerns have arisen about students from families in need, many of whom rely on their schools to supply much of their nutrition. Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette announced Monday...
WEST POINT, Ala. – Both the Fairview Lady Aggies and Good
Hope Lady Raiders made their way to West Point Monday night for some varsity
matchups and the Lady Raiders managed to go home with wins over both their
opponents. Good Hope handled Fairview 9-1 in the first game of the night, the
Lady Warriors knocked off the Lady Aggies 11-0 and, in...
WEST POINT, Ala. – Fairview
traveled to West Point Monday night for a pair of varsity matchups and an
unorthodox senior night ceremony. Both the Warriors and Aggies recognized their
senior classes between games but between the lines, the night belonged to West
Point. Aubry Cleghorn allowed just one hit on the mound to help lead the
Warriors to a 2-0 win in game...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Holly
Pond made the short trip to Hanceville for a pair of varsity matchups Monday night,
but the Bulldogs sent the home with a pair of 13-3 losses. Hanceville plated
seven runs in the third inning of game one to pull away from the Broncos and
built a 10-run lead in the first three innings to put things away in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional on Monday announced additional visitation restrictions for hospital patients, effective immediately.
To further protect the health of our patients, workforce and the community and prevent the potential spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Cullman Regional is modifying its visitor policy across all Cullman Regional facilities including the hospital, urgent care centers, medical group office and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As concerns over the spread of COVID-19, also known as coronavirus, are increasing, Sheriff Matt Gentry has implemented several safety restrictions at the Cullman County Detention Center, as well as the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
No non-essential personnel can enter the Detention Center. This includes visitors, volunteers and any volunteer program officials. Exceptions will be made for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kenny Fisher, owner of Cullman-based cleaning/restoration service Hygenix CSR, posted to the company’s Facebook page early Sunday evening:
ATTENTION CULLMAN COUNTY!!!!
The spectrum of fears over the Covid 19 virus are broad. Hygenix CSR would like to do its part in easing some of the concerns and fears. Hygenix CSR will sanitize and clean any playground equipment free...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Effective Monday, March 16, 2020, the lobbies at both Cullman Electric Cooperative offices are closed to the public until further notice.
As a health precaution for employees and co-op members, Cullman Electric Cooperative is practicing COVID-19 social distancing guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Payments can still be made at the office using...
VINEMONT, Al. -- Holly
Pond traveled to take on Vinemont Saturday as both teams looked to bounce back
from losses but it was the Lady Broncos who went home with a 7-3 win thanks in large
part to a 3-run bomb off the bat of Kylie Ann Perkins that gave them an early
lead. The Lady Eagles managed to get runs on the...
MONTGOMERY, Al. – This
year’s All-State selections on the boys side have been released by the Alabama Sports
Writers Association and there is another first teamer and coach of the year
representing Cullman County. Holly Pond’s Kyler Chaney landed on this year’s
class 3A First Team after earning a spot on the second team a season ago and Good
Hope’s Cole Maddox finished with...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 47th annual Cullman Rotary Club Auction saw a large crowd Friday evening. The silent and live auction featured items such as desserts, clothing, various household, personal and business goods, artwork, pet products, gift certificates, gift baskets, home landscaping tools, furniture, vacation packages, golf packages, VIP tickets to Rock the South and more. Raffle tickets were...
3-14-20 at 8:52 p.m. UPDATE: Cases on Judge Rusty Turner’s Monday felony docket have been continued (postponed) to a later date. If you are scheduled to appear before Judge Turner on Monday, please contact your attorney for information on rescheduling.
The sentencing hearing for Bradford Meeks, scheduled for Tuesday, has also been continued.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Supreme Court...
CULLMAN, Al. – East
Elementary School’s fourth annual Shamrock Shuffle is in the books and this
year’s event saw over 200 runners hit the streets to help support their school.
Saturday morning’s weather was near perfect for participants and as a result,
this year’s color run went off without a hitch. The East Elementary School PTO
sponsors the event, which is meant to bring...
The coronavirus (COVID-19) is now in the global spotlight. Facing a short (two weeks or less) quarantine at home is a real possibility. Take steps now in case you face a quarantine.
Preparing for a quarantine of this nature is much like preparing for a natural disaster. In this situation, however, loss of electricity and gas services is not expected....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday morning yielded educational and useful information, when a free financial and health care fraud prevention seminar, sponsored by the Better Business Bureau (BBB), North Central Alabama Regional Council of Governments (NARCOG), Investor Protection Trust and Alabama’s Senior Medicare Patrol took place at Northbrook Baptist Church in Cullman.
The seminar featured a panel of four local experts...
MADISON, Al. – After wrapping up action in the Perfect Game High School Showdown in Hoover last week, the Bearcats were back on the road Friday night for a double header against the James Clemens Jets. The Jets scored in the bottom of the ninth to narrowly defeat Cullman in extra innings in game one but the ‘Cats bounced...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey formally signaled the open of Census 2020 participation statewide in an afternoon press conference held Thursday at the Capitol.
In a historic first, the Census is now live online at my2020Census.gov. Additionally, invitation letters have begun and will continue to arrive in mailboxes across the state through March 20. Alabamians can participate in the...
HOLLY POND, Ala. --
Good Hope traveled to take on Holly Pond Thursday looking to snap a three-game
losing streak while the Lady Broncos aimed to keep things going in the right
direction after their road win over Fairview Tuesday. In the end, it was the Lady
Raiders that emerged victorious, rolling past Holly Pond 9-1.
Holly Pond starter Emma Spitzer got off to...
VINEMONT, Ala. – Danville
made the trip to Vinemont High School for a matchup with the Eagles Thursday
night and the Hawks were sent home with a 7-2 loss. Wyatt Thomason got the
start on the mound for Vinemont and earned the win after tossing six innings, allowing
just two runs on five hits and striking out eight Danville batters.
Clay Rogers singled...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County Tuesday evening hosted a community resource fair at the Cullman County Housing Authority Community Center. The event was educational and also a time for fellowship, with attendees enjoying a meal and raffle prizes while learning about different community resources. Representatives from Good Samaritan Health Clinic were also on hand to provide...
CULLMAN, Ala.- A free financial and health care fraud prevention seminar, sponsored by the Better Business Bureau (BBB), North Central Alabama Regional Council of Governments (NARCOG), Investor Protection Trust and Alabama’s Senior Medicare Patrol, will take place tomorrow, Friday, March 13 from 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. at Northbrook Baptist Church in Cullman.
According to organizers, “This seminar will focus on sharing...
