CEDA’s Jamie Troutman to receive UA’s Applied Economic Development honors certificate
TUSCALOOSA - The University of Alabama Economic Development Academy recently completed its first Applied Economic Development Honors class with 18 young professionals from around the state participating in the program. Jamie Troutman, business development manager for the Cullman Economic Development Agency, completed the program...
Former Bearcats remain committed to Bama baseball following coaching change
Image courtesy of www.rolltide.com
CULLMAN - If Cullman High School graduates Jacob Heatherly and Noah Fondren want plenty of details about the new baseball coach at the University of Alabama, they can get in contact with another former Bearcat, Keegan Thompson.
Alabama hired Auburn assistant Brad...
West Point girls get valuable training in Hartselle play-day series
L-R, Micah Oldacre, Makenzie Carter, Olivia Ball, Brooke Brownfield with coach John Welborn
HARTSELLE - June is here, which means training camps for basketball teams in the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA).
On Thursday, the West Point Lady Warriors got some valuable training, playing Class...
3 Jones Chapel men arrested, 2 for meth trafficking
L-R: Justin Bernard Gilbreath, Wondlas Mark Givens and Roger Dale Marks
JONES CHAPEL - Three men from the community of Jones Chapel/Water Valley were arrested on Wednesday, following the execution of a search warrant at a residence on County Road 1030.
During the search, agents with...
Jacobs proclaims June 5-9 Wound Care Awareness Week in the city
Pictured L-R: Lorie Strane, Janice Knighten, Jill Keeton, Allie Barnett, Dr. Brad Moody, Mayor Jacobs, Dr. Mac Cottingham, Megan Isbell, Kayla Goodwin, Dana Daniel, Matt Davis
CULLMAN - The City of Cullman has joined the specialized medical staff at the Cullman Regional Center for Wound...
Cullman Ballet Theatre’s “Swan Lake” premieres tonight at Wallace State
CULLMAN - Cullman Ballet Theatre will present “Swan Lake” tonight at 7 p.m. at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theater on the campus of Wallace State. A second performance will be presented on June 4 at 2:30 p.m.
The timeless piece has been amended by dance...
New book about Saint Bernard Oblates
Copies of “Benedict’s Daughter” are available at the Ave Maria Grotto or may be ordered online at www.amazon.com. Any profits from the book will be donated to Saint Bernard.
CULLMAN - Dr. Philip C. Kolin, the distinguished professor of English at the University of Southern...
Exclusive preview: Inside Escape Cullman
Escape Cullman is located in the old Channel 2 office in downtown Cullman.
CULLMAN - Escape Cullman, the area’s first escape game venue, will open its doors today, Thursday evening, June 1. See more here.
Ahead of the grand opening, the staff graciously offered The Tribune...
Hanceville man arrested in connection with hit and run death of Helen Duke
CULLMAN - A Hanceville man is behind bars tonight, arrested by Alabama State Troopers today, May 31, in connection with the Mother's Day hit and run crash that killed a Good Hope woman.
According to troopers, Larry Surrett, 58, was arrested and charged with felony...
AHSAA’s Gilliland retires after more than 20 years
AHSAA Assistant Director Wanda Gilliland at the opening ceremony of the AHSAA state softball tournament at Lagoon Park in Montgomery May 17./Image from AHSAA.
MONTGOMERY - After more than 20 years working in the office of the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA), Wanda Gilliland...
1st dive-in movie of the season Thursday night at CWAC
Guests enjoy a dive-in movie at the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center last June.
CULLMAN - One of Cullman Parks and Rec's most popular summer events, the Dive-In Movies, returns Thursday night, June 1.
The movie "Moana" will be shown by the outdoor pool at the...
More on SB 322: Smith Lake alcohol sales
I plan, next session, to bring a local bill to put a liquor tax on these alcohol sales. The bill will divide the tax money between county roads, schools and law enforcement.”
Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope
MONTGOMERY - The Alabama Senate and House of Representatives...
Harbison appointed member of House Majority Whip Team
MONTGOMERY – House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter, R- Rainsville on Wednesday announced that State Rep. Corey Harbison, R– Good Hope has been appointed as a member of the House Republican Caucus Whip Team.
“The House Republican Whip Team serves as the leadership’s eyes, ears, and...
Shedd appointed to House Republican Caucus Steering Committee
MONTGOMERY – House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter, R- Rainsville on Wednesday announced that Rep. Randall Shedd, R- Fairview has been appointed as a member of the Republican Caucus Steering Committee, one of the highest leadership posts in the Caucus structure.
“The House Republican Caucus Steering...
Hanceville’s Brooke Proctor wins awards from Samford University School of the Arts
BIRMINGHAM - The Division of Music in Samford University's School of the Arts celebrated the talents of students, and presented multiple awards and scholarships provided by generous patrons at the annual honors recital.
The longstanding tradition included performances by eight students, and awards presented by...
Area schools trying to fill football coaching staff vacancies
CULLMAN COUNTY - Vinemont is not the only school in and around The Tribune coverage area that is looking to replace a head football coach.
It has been a week since the school decided not to renew the contract of Matt Norris. Norris had been...
Jacksonville State University announces Spring 2017 honor’s list
JACKSONVILLE - Several students from the Cullman area made the President's or Dean's List at Jacksonville State University in spring 2017, including the following:
Joshua Ray Wilson, of Baileyton: Dean's List
Micheal E. Myrick, of Bremen: Dean's List
Rachel Suzanne Hilb, of Cullman: Dean's List
John James Sterling,...
Wallace State EMS Program adding state-of-the-art tool for student training
HANCEVILLE - The nation recently celebrated National EMS Week, May 21-27; now, Wallace State Community College’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program is looking forward to the arrival of a state-of-the-art tool that will help their students as they prepare to take to the streets.
A...
City and county schools bid farewell to many teachers and staff; 2 principals swap places
CULLMAN - The Cullman City and County School Boards have released end-of-year statements concerning personnel movements, including more than 30 retirements from the county system.
In an unusual personnel transfer, Principal Kim Brown of Hanceville Elementary School will take charge of Vinemont Elementary School, as...
Wallace State Nursing program hosting CELEBRATE Adult Health and Wellness Fair June 7 and June 14
HANCEVILLE - The Department of Nursing Education at Wallace State Community College will host two separate adult health and wellness fairs in June to give area residents the opportunity to get information about living a healthy lifestyle. On June 7 and June 14, the...
Cullman native Keegan Thompson and Auburn Tigers NCAA Regional bound
Image: Will Sahlie/AuburnTigers.com
AUBURN - Cullman native Keegan Thompson and the Auburn baseball team have shared something together in 2017: A bounce-back season after disappointment last year.
By posting a winning record in the SEC, Thompson and the Tigers were given a bid to participate in...
This week in Cullman history (May 23-30)
Tribune File Photo/May 23, 1935
Opening of Old Dutch Mill (1935)
On Wednesday, May 29, 1935, the Old Dutch Mill dance club opened its doors. The dance club was located about a mile north of the city of Cullman on what was then known as the...
3 area students graduate from Troy University
TROY - Troy University is proud to announce students who completed the requirements for graduation during the spring 2017 semester at the Troy Campus.
Local residents who graduated include:
Kelsey McCluskey, of Crane Hill- Bachelor of Science
Zachary Douglas of Vinemont- Bachelor of Science
Jenna Swafford, of Cullman-...
Vinemont’s Jacklyn Keller wins education award from Samford University
BIRMINGHAM - Samford University's Orlean Beeson School of Education held its annual award ceremony May 4 to recognize the many accomplishments of the school's undergraduate teacher education students. Twelve scholarships totaling more than $35,000 were awarded to students pursuing a career in teacher education.
Jacklyn...
Gearheads: check out Hanceville Fire Department’s new Gator ATV
New Gator ATV: On the driver’s side, firefighters can access hoses and pumps, as well as water and foam tanks.
HANCEVILLE - After several months of anticipation, the Hanceville Fire Department (HFD) unveiled its newest piece of firefighting equipment recently: a modified four-seat John Deere...
City, County offices closed tomorrow; sanitation to run as scheduled
CULLMAN - All Cullman City and County offices will be closed tomorrow, Monday, May 29, 2017, in observance of Memorial Day.
City residential and commercial sanitation schedules will run as normal on Monday, as will Cullman County sanitation.
Cullman County offices will also be closed on...
Hanceville’s Hannah Proctor inducted into Samford University’s Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society
BIRMINGHAM - Hannah Proctor, a senior piano pedagogy major from Hanceville, is one of 30 new members of Omicron Delta Kappa national leadership honor society at Samford University.
Omicron Delta Kappa recognizes and encourages superior leadership and exemplary character, and encourages collaboration among members across...
Files from Yesteryear: 1934 and 1937
From the Files of 1934:
Little Mary Landel Carr has been quite ill at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L.J. Carr.
Doctor and Mrs. J.G. Daves have returned after a week in San Antonio, Texas.
Martin Burks is recovering from an operation which he...
3 people rescued overnight after storm blows tree onto house
CULLMAN - Three people had to be extricated from a home on Cullman's west side overnight after the powerful storms that pounded the area left a tree down on a house.
"At approximately 2:30 a.m. Cullman Fire Rescue was dispatched to a home in the...
6 from Cullman area earn degrees from Jacksonville State University
JACKSONVILLE - More than 700 students received degrees at Jacksonville State University's spring 2017 commencement. Graduates from the Cullman area include:
Mitchell Benton IV, of Cullman - B.S. in marketing
Joanna L. Gobbell, of Cullman - B.A. in biology
Jessica A. Lowe, of Holly Pond - B.S.W....
Spring football practice ends; teams await start of 2017 season
Cold Springs coach Rod Elliot talks to his team during the Nicholas Johnson intersquad game on May 23.
CULLMAN COUNTY - Spring football practice is officially over.
Five of the eight high school football teams inside Cullman County participated in a spring jamboree while two others...
Welti Elementary School honor roll
Welti Elementary School honor roll
Third Nine Weeks
All A’s
First Grade: Weston Barnett, Dracen Bates, Kassidy Hooper, My Houston, Henry Jennings, Ally Johnson, Hunter Linton, Leighton McGriff, Ethan Morrow, Marlee Phares, Aeron Pierce, Keegan Stricklin, Pyper Turner and Taryn White.
Second Grade: Riggs Fulmer, Mattie Claire Keith,...
St. Bernard Preparatory School Class of 2017
St. Bernard Preparatory graduation will be Sunday, May 28, 2017 at 2 p.m. in the Abbey Church.
“God has blessed us by your presence on this campus. May he bless you as you walk into the adventure of life ahead.”
Proudly, Father Joel Martin, O.S.B.,...
Summer’s here: Smith Lake Park holds annual Memorial Day festival
Can you say brain freeze? Festival-goers compete in an ice cream eating contest.
CULLMAN - Crowds turned out today for what has been seen for many years as the official summer kick-off event for the area: the Smith Lake Park Memorial Day Weekend Festival.
The festival,...
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for area including Cullman until 5 a.m. Sunday
CULLMAN - The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of north Alabama, including Cullman County, until 5 a.m. Sunday morning.
Alabama counties included are Blount, Cherokee, Colbert, Cullman, DeKalb, Etowah, Franklin, Jackson, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Morgan and...
Cullman honors those who gave their lives in service to their country
Local veterans place a wreath at the Veterans’ Park World War I monument.
CULLMAN - Veterans’ Park at Sportsman Lake was the site of solemn remembrance Saturday morning, as area veterans and their families, local dignitaries and others gathered to mark the upcoming Memorial Day...
Local law enforcement officers: how I got here and what it means to me
Cullman City Police Chief Kenny Culpepper, center, at an event this February/Tribune file photo
There are times we get to go into situations where the kid has to be like I was sometimes when I was younger, where they have to be the adult and...
St. Bernard’s Dominic Pautler receives CRESCANT Scholarship
Saint Bernard Prep School is pleased to announce that senior Dominic Pautler has received the CRESCANT Scholarship at Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, North Carolina.
The CRESCANT Scholarship is given every four years and is highly competitive, based on a student’s resume, including athletic accomplishments....
Breakfast celebrates Future Foundation scholarship recipients, donors
Grace Hollis, the recipient of the Joe Wayne and Kathryn Maddox Education Scholarship, spoke at the Wallace State Community College Future Foundation’s Scholarship Celebration Breakfast.
HANCEVILLE - The Wallace State Community College Future Foundation recently hosted its fourth Scholarship Celebration Breakfast, during which it was...
Cullman High School Class of 2017
Cullman High School graduation will be on Friday, May 26 at 7 p.m. in Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State.
"Congratulations to the Class of 2017! Your hard work has paid off and your future is bright. Make the most of...
Shots fired on 3rd Ave. SE “accidental discharge”
CULLMAN - If you noticed a heavy police presence in the 700 block of Third Avenue Southeast early this afternoon, there is no cause for alarm.
Cullman City Police Chief Kenny Culpepper said, "We received a call of shots fired, and the caller said there...
St. Bernard’s Paul Schartung appointed to U.S. Naval Academy
Saint Bernard senior Paul Schartung has received a Congressional appointment to the United States Naval Academy.
Lt. Commander William Cook, Blue and Gold Officer, recognized Schartung at Saint Bernard’s honors ceremony earlier this month.
Schartung also received the Benedictine Medal of Merit Award, which recognizes a...
Master’s Hand Christian School Class of 2017
Graduation will be Friday, May 26 at 6 p.m. at Central Baptist Church in Decatur.
First row, l-r: Maddie Grace Giers, Tyler Brock, Katelyn Reeves, Ashley Terry, Michaela Sutherland and Emma Thompson
Second row, l-r: Brilye Speegle, Adria Latta
Third row, l-r: Grace Walker, Clara Lanier, Nathan...
WSCC men’s golf and tennis teams wrap up season at nationals; baseball players recognized
Wallace State’s men’s tennis team won the 2017 ACCC/Region 22 championship at the Jimmy Johns Tennis Complex in Decatur. Team members are, front row, from left, Jacob Lambert, Alex Carter, Luke Bowden and Cade Pressnell; back row, from left, assistant coach Tim Garner, Hunter...
Hanceville welcomes NARCOG and Main Street Alabama; Red Cross relocating from Cullman
The Hanceville City Hall conference room was nearly full for the presentation.
HANCEVILLE - Before its regular meeting Thursday evening, the Hanceville City Council welcomed Joey Hester from the North Central Alabama Council of Governments (NARCOG) and Trisha Black from Main Street Alabama (MSA), who...
2017 SEC Baseball Tournament: Day 3, game 3
2017 SEC Baseball Tournament: Arkansas 12, Auburn 0
It was the Chad Spanberger show in game three of day three when the Arkansas Razorbacks no hit the Auburn Tigers. It only took the Hogs seven innings to dispatch the Tigers and Spanberger's record-setting three home...
10th annual Jeremiah Castille Character Camp set for June 10
CULLMAN - Former Alabama Crimson Tide star Jeremiah Castille's popular camp is coming back to town. The 10th annual Jeremiah Castille Character Camp will take place on June 10 at Heritage Park in Cullman. The camp, put on through the Jeremiah Castille Foundation, is...
Colony hosting veterans’ breakfast Saturday, planning summer feeding program and more for area kids
COLONY - The Colony Town Council met this week, and the big topics of discussion were the town’s Memorial Day celebration and slate of upcoming summer kids’ activities, including a free meal program.
This Saturday, May 27 at 8 a.m., the town will host a...
2017 SEC Baseball Tournament: Day 3, game 2
2017 SEC Baseball Tournament: South Carolina 10, Missouri 2
It was all South Carolina Thursday in the second game of day three of the 2017 SEC Baseball Tournament. The Gamecocks drummed the Missouri Tigers to the tune of 10-2, booting Mizzou from the tournament.
South Carolina...
2017 SEC Baseball Tournament: Day 3, game 1
2017 SEC Baseball Tournament: Mississippi State 4, Arkansas 3
If you like thrilling baseball action, then the first game of day three was tailor-made for you.
Arkansas got on the board first, scoring in the bottom of the first. Chad Spanberget got the offense started for...
Addison High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 8 p.m. at AG Hicks Stadium.
“As always we at Addison have another outstanding senior class. This group has excelled academically and athletically. Because of their competitive spirit and desire to win, I believe they will...
Meek High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 6 p.m. in the Meek High School gym.
“The faculty and I wish you the best of luck as you make your own way in this life. Always remember: the world is what you make it. Make...
LIST: schools and organizations offering free meals for kids this summer
CULLMAN COUNTY - Through a federally-funded program co-sponsored by the Alabama State Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cullman County children and teens will have the opportunity to eat free breakfasts and lunches this summer.
According to the program’s website, “Break for...
Vinemont High principal retiring; head football coach out
Vinemont High School Principal Ferrell Runge, left and Cullman County Schools Superintendent Shane Barnette at the May 22, 2017 school board meeting.
VINEMONT - Two big changes are coming to Vinemont High School for the 2017-2018 school year. The school will have a new principal...
Redstone Arsenal and NASA welcome first major piece of space exploration hardware since shuttle program
NASA spokespersons, in the foreground, show how large the engine section and tank simulator are.
HUNTSVILLE - Last week, a barge arrived at Redstone Arsenal, carrying what NASA calls a “test article” for its Space Launch System (SLS) that will help pave the way for...
4 from Cullman area named to Troy University Chancellor’s List
TROY - 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 2016/2017 academic year.
Those from the Cullman area who made the list include:
Emily Oden, of Cullman
Allyson Waldrop, of Hanceville
Oakleigh...
Denim and Diamonds Preakness Party a success for Hope Horses
Guests went all out, dressing up for the Denim and Diamonds Preakness Party.
CULLMAN - Recently, a crowd of around 175 gathered for the Hope Horses, Inc. (HH) Denim and Diamonds Preakness Party to watch the Preakness Stakes horse race, and help HH raise funds...
Saint Bernard students recognized for achievements; scholarships total more than $6.4M
Christian Service Award winner Sam Chiodo, Headmaster Dan Baillargeon and Father Bede Marcy
CULLMAN - At ceremonies held in the Fazi-Richard Athletic Center on May 11, 2017, students of St. Bernard Preparatory School were recognized for their outstanding academic achievements during the 2016-17 academic year....
7 local athletes selected to take part in 2017 AHSAA All-Star events
Cullman's Miguel Tizapa (17) was selected to take part in the All-Star soccer game, playing for the North team.
MONTGOMERY - Seven outstanding prep athletes have been invited to participate in the 21st annual Alabama High School All-Star Sports Week.
The latest was added on Monday...
SAR recognizes Holly Pond Wounded Warrior
Double Purple Heart recipient and Vietnam veteran Steve Larsen (right) of Holly Pond received a Wounded Warrior Coin and certificate from Ken Brown (left), president of the Cullman chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution during a meeting Monday evening.
To submit a community...
VFW Post 2214 plans Memorial Day activities
Flags displayed along Highway 31 in 2016, put out by members of VFW Post 2214/Image courtesy of Ken Brown
CULLMAN - Cullman’s Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 has several activities planned for this year’s Memorial Day remembrance.
According to Post Vice Commander, retired Air Force...
Cullman City Council issues permits for Rock the South
CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council held a special session today, during which it approved the event and noise permits for Rock the South and other requests. Mayor Woody Jacobs and Councilman John Cook were absent, both away on business at other events.
With not...
Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scam
CULLMAN COUNTY - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office is warning citizens of a phone scam currently being perpetrated throughout the area.
A statement from the sheriff's office reads:
The Cullman County Sheriff's Office has received several calls, reports and social media messages from citizens who are...
Lawton And Bertha Mae Waldrep celebrate 71st wedding anniversary
Lawton and Bertha Mae Waldrep will celebrate their 71st Wedding Anniversary on June 1.
Lawton Waldrep was in the Navy and served in World War II. He went to Sasebo, Japan and Shanghai, China. He traveled on a ship called the “Henry A. Wiley” and...
Commission postpones vote on closing portion of CR 1615 in Berlin; Marchman addresses Stony Lonesome
Cullman County Commission meeting
CULLMAN - Seating was scarce at the Cullman County Commission meeting this week, as several community representatives came to speak at the public hearing regarding the closing of a portion of County Road 1615 in Berlin. Before the hearing, the commission...
Eagles play to honor lost classmate
Coach Rod Elliott and his team
BREMEN - A late afternoon thunderstorm was not enough to prevent the Nicholas Johnson intersquad football game at Cold Springs High School from taking place on Tuesday.
Johnson passed away on May 18 from injuries he sustained in a car...
Recap: Closing out a great year in high school sports coverage
CULLMAN - We say goodbye to the 2016-17 sports season in the Alabama High School Athletic Association with plenty of great memories.
A majority of teams covered by The Cullman Tribune displayed tremendous efforts in making a run toward the goal that all teams in...
Meet William Evan Curtis, Holly Pond’s new band director
William Evan Curtis
HOLLY POND - After 25 years on the job, many awards and a generation of loving former students, Luette Benefield has left behind a big pair of shoes to fill at Holly Pond High School (HPHS). A young man born about the...
Chamber holds 2017 Tourism & Community Improvement Awards
St. Bernard’s Joyce Nix, center, receives the Tourism Professional of the Year Award from John Hunt, left, and T.J. Franey, right, during Tuesday’s Tourism & Community Improvement Awards. Nix is the longtime director of the well-renowned Bloomin’ Festival. John Hunt, of TP Country Club,...
CCSO hits the mark with community firearms class
A local citizen scores well with her .45 revolver as Sgt. David Nunn looks on.
CULLMAN - For two days during the last week, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) offered a free firearms safety and marksmanship class for local citizens. On Tuesday evening, deputies...
Attention Hanceville residents: City development plans to be announced Thursday
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday afternoon, the North Alabama Regional Council of Governments (NARCOG) and Main Street Alabama will be holding a special meeting in Hanceville to talk about plans for city development. Both organizations help municipalities with long-term economic planning and development.
On Monday, NARCOG...
Mother of CHS student killed in car wreck files wrongful death lawsuit
Curt Wilson
CULLMAN - Ashley Wilson, the mother of Cullman High School student Curtis James Wilson, 15, who died May 7 as a result of injuries sustained in a car wreck that same evening, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Bradford Neal Meeks, 27,...
Sweeney selected for North-South All-Star cross country
Congratulations to Saint Bernard Prep School’s Andrew Sweeney for being selected to compete in the North-South All-Star cross country race to be held in Montgomery on July 19. It is the first year that cross country will be a part of the annual All-Star...
CCBOE recognizes 2016-2017 student and staff achievements
Vinemont High School Principal Ferrell Runge, CCBOE Superintendent Shane Barnette, VHS Salutatorian Alex Millwood, VHS Valedictorian Landen Ballew and CCBOE member Mike Graves
CULLMAN - It was standing room only at the Cullman County Board of Education Monday evening, as the board recognized the achievements...
Mayor Jacobs recognizes 40th anniversary of Cullman Lioness Club
Pictured L-R: Lioness Judy Waldrep (board of directors), Lioness Mary Daniel (2nd vice president), Mayor Woody Jacobs, Lioness Jane Rooker (president) and Lioness Penny Burkett (treasurer)
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs recently presented members of the Cullman Lioness Club with a certificate honoring the...
Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Luther Strange for Senate
U.S. Sen. Luther Strange was one of 11 candidates for the August Senate election who spoke at the Alabama Farmers Federation home office today. He is pictured (left) with Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell. Strange was endorsed by FarmPAC.
MONTGOMERY - FarmPAC, a political...
Profiles in Faith: Catching up with Father John O’Donnell
Fr. John O’Donnell at the altar of St. Michael’s Church in St. Florian
ST. FLORIAN - Fr. John O’Donnell is a longtime fixture around the Cullman area. A Philadelphia native, he attended St. Bernard during its days as a college, and has been a monk...
Cold Springs holding Tuesday night intersquad game in memory of Nick Johnson
BREMEN - Spring football at Cold Springs was to be concluded last Friday with a jamboree game at Holly Pond. That changed after the death of senior Nicholas Johnson on May 18. Johnson sustained injuries in a car wreck on County Road 222 May...
April state unemployment rate drops to 5.4%; Cullman Co. rate plummets to 3.7%
MONTGOMERY – Alabama Department of Labor Sec. Fitzgerald Washington announced Friday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted April unemployment rate is 5.4 percent, down from March’s rate of 5.8 percent, and well below April 2016’s rate of 5.8 percent. Cullman County maintains the state’s third-lowest...
Fairview students chosen for Alabama Shakespeare Festival production
Ally Grund and Aaron Moyland
FAIRVIEW - If you want classical theater in this part of the country, there’s no place like the Alabama Shakespeare Festival (ASF) in Montgomery. For two Fairview High School seniors, it is their immediate post-graduation destination.
After auditions at four locations...
Foxgloves & fireflies: Throwing a simple graduation party
Fruit kabobs are an easy dessert or snack for a simple graduation party. Image: Pinterest
There are graduation parties, and then, there are graduation parties. Both are about the same thing, but there are worlds of difference in how they are conducted. If your graduation...
Guest Editorial: Part 3 of 3: The American Church – The path to effectiveness
Following is an opinion/guest editorial piece- Part 3 of 3: The American Church – The path to effectiveness- submitted by Pastor Tom Fillinger, IgniteUS Ministries- info@igniteus.net.
The decline of the American church is an issue that is beyond dispute. That being the case, what is...
West Point High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be on Sunday, May 21 at 4 p.m. at Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State.
“I want to wish all the Classes of 2017 the best of luck. You are moving on to your next milestone in life. It is...
Vinemont High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be on Sunday, May 21 at 2 p.m. at Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State.
“Congratulations to the senior class of 2017. I want to personally wish you the best in the future as you begin a new chapter in...
Who says proms are only for kids?
Local seniors enjoy their prom this week at the Cullman Senior Center.
CULLMAN - More than 40 seniors enjoyed their prom this week. Senior citizens, that is. The special event, put on by the Cullman County Commission on Aging at the Cullman Senior Center, was...
No title, but plenty to be proud of
CULLMAN - Not often does the final pitch in a baseball game determine the outcome for both teams participating when the stakes are high.
That was the case on Friday afternoon when Cullman's Carter Bowen got ready to take a 3-2 pitch from Helena reliever...
Cullman Christian School Class of 2017
Cullman Christian School held its graduation on Thursday, May 18 at Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church.
“Congratulations to Hope and Abby on their graduation from Cullman Christian School. These two young ladies have been a blessing to our school. As they start the next season in...
Cullman County Child Development Center Class of 2017
The Cullman County Child Development Center held its graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 18 in the CDC gym.
“The day of graduation marks a special time of completion and beginning in a person's life. The CDC graduates, parents, CDC faculty and staff should feel a...
Area power outages
CULLMAN COUNTY - The Cullman Electric Cooperative is experiencing multiple power outages spread across the county.
CEC Communications Director Brian Lacy says crews are aware and on their way to assess the problem or problems.
"Crews are responding; will be assessing damage and begin making repairs...
NWS issues Hazardous Weather Outlook for area
CULLMAN - The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook that includes the following counties in Alabama: Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Morgan, Marshall, Jackson, De Kalb, Cullman, Moore and Lincoln.
DAY ONE...Through Tonight... Thunderstorms will continue to develop across the area...
Fairview High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be on Saturday, May 20 at 6 p.m., at Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State.
“It is hard to believe that we have almost completed another year. The graduating class of 2017 is special in many different ways. The most...
Holly Pond High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be on Saturday, May 20 at 4 p.m., at Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State.
“I would to take this opportunity to congratulate the 2017 graduating class of Holly Pond High School. You have worked hard and accomplished many great...
Good Hope High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be on Saturday, May 20 at 2 p.m., at Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State.
“I want to wish the senior class from Good Hope High School the best of luck as they graduate and move into their college and...
Cold Springs High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be on Saturday, May 20 at noon, at Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State.
“Congratulations Cold Springs High School Class of 2017 graduates – You made it! I want to express my congratulations to each member of the 2017 graduating...
Hanceville High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be on Saturday, May 20 at 10 a.m., at Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State.
“To the graduating class of 2017, your accomplishments and success are felt by those who are following you. The faculty of Hanceville High School is...
Holly Pond student honored for saving child’s life at Guntersville Dam
Dayden Floyd, wearing Bronco green, was honored for saving the life of a young child at Lake Guntersville on Mother’s Day. Image courtesy of WBRC FOX6 News.
HOLLY POND - The word "courage" can mean different things to different people. For some, it means doing...
Fairview takes home 31-20 win over Hanceville in jamboree game
FAIRVIEW - Hanceville and Fairview faced off in a jamboree game on a beautiful night for football on Friday. The Aggies jumped on the Bulldogs early and quickly, and they wound up taking the game, 31-20.
On their first series, Fairview found the end zone...
WSCC softball eliminated at NJCAA National Championship; WSCC women’s golf finishes 12th in nation
Wallace State sophomore Taylor Beshears connects on one of her two home runs against North Central Texas at the NJCAA Division I National Championship in St. George, Utah.
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State softball’s pursuit of a third national title ended late Thursday night as...
Huge crowd turns out for CPD’s community cookout
CULLMAN - As a way to bring the community together, the Cullman Police Department (CPD) worked with Cullman Cosmetic & Family Dentistry (CCFD) to hold a free cookout for Cullman residents on Friday. Members of the CPD and CCFD say they hope to make...
Lincoln Ave. SW closed due to vehicle fire
Update 5/19/17 9:10 p.m.
According to Cullman Fire Rescue's Brian Bradberry, the fire involved an RV, and the fire is out at this time. Bradberry says three people were transported to an area hospital with injuries.
"The condition of the burn victims is unknown at this...
