New CCPL Program More than Fun and Games
We have a lot of kids coming in after school so we wanted to give them a little something different to do while they are waiting for their parents to pick them up.”
Sharon Townson, Assistant Library Director
CULLMAN — The Cullman County Public Library is...
Peggy Jean Mauricio
Peggy Jean Mauricio, 83, of Cullman, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2015 surrounded by her family at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at Seventh Street Baptist Church. Brother Kerry Cleghorn will...
Virginia “Ginny” Landman
Virginia “Ginny” Landman, 69, of Holly Pond passed away on Monday, November 2, 2015 at UAB Hospital. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Hanceville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
She...
Walmart Plans to Hire 1,500 Holiday Workers in Alabama; Wages Begin at $9 an Hour
BIRMINGHAM – Walmart announced this week it expects to hire approximately 1,500 associates at more than 100 stores in Alabama over the next few months to help during the busy holiday shopping season. The Alabama hires are among the 60,000 seasonal workers the company...
Welfare Checkup Leads to Meth Lab Discovery, Second Arrest in a Week
VINEMONT — On Monday, November 2, 2015, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), with the assistance of the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Christopher Dewayne Kimbril, 43-year-old registered sex offender of Vinemont for Manufacturing 1st and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
The...
Jenia Mae Griffith McPherson
Memorial services for Jenia Mae Griffith McPherson, 80, of Hanceville will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Hanceville Funeral Home is in charge...
Patsy Dale Curvin
Graveside funeral services for Patsy Dale Curvin, age 61 of Vinemont, will be at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at Flint Creek Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Miss Curvin passed away on Monday, November 1, 2015 at her...
Shirley Ann Branch
Shirley Ann Branch passed away October 31, 2015 at her residence. She was 67 years old.
There will be a Funeral Mass, Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Rev. Patrick Egan O.S.B. officiating, with interment at Sacred...
Donald Ray Horton
Donald Ray Horton, age 70, of Holly Pond, passed away Saturday morning, October 31, 2015, surrounded by his family. Arrangements will be announced Sunday afternoon after meeting with his family
Welfare Checkup Leads to Meth Lab Discovery and Arrest, Bond Set at $1M
VINEMONT — Thursday, October 29, 2015, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), with the assistance of the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Stanley Leon Martin, 43 years old of Vinemont for Manufacturing 1st, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd, and Unlawful Possession of Drug...
Inaugural ‘Sheriff’s Citizen Academy’ Gives Students Inside View of Department
I think in today’s time, we lack leadership within our community. This is your sheriff’s office and we wanted to provide you with a unique, transparent look at what we do in law enforcement and who we are.”
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry
CULLMAN — On...
More than $200,000 received for WSCC Future Foundation Scholarships
HANCEVILLE — Hundreds of Wallace State Future Foundation supporters helped make dreams come true Wednesday for multiple Wallace State Community College students by raising around $215,000 for scholarships at the 11th annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction held at Tom Drake Coliseum.
Supporters enjoyed a...
Karma’s Coffee House Brews Double Shot of Quality
We went to the idea of what goes around comes around, like do good, be good and wound up with Karma’s. It seemed to be most fitting and we quickly and easily grew a brand at that point.”
Katie Nelms — Owner, Karma's Coffee House
CULLMAN...
Wallace State Professor to Tell Murder Tale on Halloween Eve for National TV
HANCEVILLE – Beyond Productions of Australia has announced that Robert S. Davis, senior professor of History at Wallace State Hanceville, will appear on a special episode of Deadly Women on the Investigation Discovery Channel on Oct. 30, at 9 p.m. He will help narrate...
Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested
CULLMAN – On Sunday October 24, 2015, Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) deputies arrested Gregory Scott Walker, 40 years old of Hanceville for two counts of Attempted Murder.
Deputies responded to a domestic violence call at Walker’s residence on County Road 645 in the Walter...
Cullman Hosts Fall Activities for the Family
CULLMAN — Fall is in full swing, and by mid-October many Cullmanites begin wondering when and where the next seasonal festival will be.
The finale to the autumnal event onslaught on October 31 is Halloween for most and Reformation Day for others. Until then, Cullman...
Good Hope Trio to Perform ‘Difficult Version’ of ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ at Talladega Superspeedway
GOOD HOPE — On Saturday, October 24, Ty Parker, Rachel Roberts, and Gloria Crauswell will perform as the Good Hope Trio and commence the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series in Talladega.
Fox will broadcast the national performance live at 11:30 a.m., but the group's distinguished opportunity was presented...
Mayor Proclaims October “Dyslexia Awareness Month”
CULLMAN – On Monday, October 19, 2015, Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson officially proclaimed the month of October 2015 “Dyslexia Awareness Month” in the City of Cullman. On hand to accept the proclamation from Mayor Townson were Heather Gudger and April Metrock. Mrs. Gudger...
Vinemont Pill Bust Nets Methadone, Vimpat, Oxycontin
CULLMAN — On Thursday, October 15, 2015, Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Adam Seth Armstrong, 33 years old of Vinemont, Ala.
After a short investigation, CNET executed a search warrant on Armstrong’s residence where they discovered 26 methadone pills, 53 1/2...
CRMC Continues Mission to Care for All Area Citizens
CULLMAN — A cancer diagnosis of any kind sends chills down most people’s spine and triggers much stress. That diagnosis coupled with not having the financial means to pay for treatment can seem completely overwhelming. Luckily, Cullman area community members have options to assist...
Clarkson Covered Bridge Historical Marker
BETHEL — Clarkson Covered Bridge, also known as Legg Bridge, located about 17 miles West of I-65 near Bethel, is currently the second longest existing covered bridge in Alabama and one of the longest in the United States.
It was named to the National Register...
Publix Grand Opening Has Customers ‘Amazed’
I am amazed at how they have restocked their shelves. There’s got to be a thousand people that have come through already and it looks like the aisles are completely full!”
Beth Collicott, Publix Customer
CULLMAN — On Wednesday, Cullman’s newest grocery store opened its doors...
Wallace State Future Foundation Plans 11th Annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction
Our goal at Wallace State is for our students to succeed academically, professionally and personally.”
Suzanne Harbin, Director of Advancement
HANCEVILLE — Members of the community that support Wallace State Community College are invited to attend the 11th Annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction on Wednesday,...
Cullman City Council Holds October 12 Meeting
CULLMAN — A regular Cullman City Council meeting was held Monday night in Cullman City Hall's Lucille N. Galin Auditorium at 7 p.m.
The meeting began with roll call and the minutes from the September City Council meeting were approved.
Clint Hollingsworth was out of town...
Drug Bust Nets Acid and Meth
CULLMAN — Tuesday October 6, 2015, Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Jose Marcelino Guzman, 22 years old of Albertville, Ala. following a traffic stop at the intersection of U.S. Highway 157 and Eva Road.
After detaining Mr. Guzman at the...
Cullman Kiwanis Club to Host Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Race
CULLMAN — On Saturday, October 10, as part of Cullman’s annual Oktoberfest celebration, the Cullman Kiwanis Club will host a Wiener Dog Race. The event will begin at Depot Park around 8:30 a.m. and end around 3 p.m.
Though the race has been drawing crowds...
Wallace State to Host Local ‘Walkin’ and Runnin’ for Children Day’
HANCEVILLE — On Saturday, October 10, Wallace State Community College in Hanceville will host a walk and 5k run to benefit Children’s of Alabama.
The event has taken place a few times in Cullman in the past, but this year the event will be statewide....
Cullman Man Fulfills Lifelong Goal
I wouldn't have bought a pair (of shoes) from anyone else today — Happy Birthday Mr. F.M. Cook. I don't know too many places that would allow a 90-year-old to still work. Thank you, Hibbett's and thank you, Mr. Cook.”
Jamie Speakman, Friend/Customer
CULLMAN — After...
Pastor Rick Davis of Living Water Baptist Church, the Church for the Un-churched
We want to reach the lost and un-converted using the Gospel and the good news that Jesus paid for. Secondly, we want to instill in our members the ministry of ‘restoration’.”
Rick Davis, Pastor at Living Water Baptist Church
HANCEVILLE — Hanceville's new Living Water Baptist...
Bentley Awards $1.2 Million for Highway Safety
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded two grants totaling $1.2 million to help state troopers maintain safety on Alabama’s highways.
The grants to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will provide overtime funds for increased patrols to enforce drunken driving, seat belt and speeding laws.
“Drivers...
Cullman Mayor Proclaims October ‘Domestic Violence Awareness Month’
CULLMAN — On Tuesday, October 6, 2015, Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson proclaimed the month of October 2015 “Domestic Violence Awareness Month” in the City of Cullman.
According to statistics provided by Victim Services of Cullman, one in four women will experience domestic violence at...
Raiders Fall to Locust Fork in Region Matchup
GOOD HOPE — The Hornets used a stingy defense to defeat the Raiders 31-15. Locust Fork scored on their first series when Chase Rice took it 31 yards for the score, the PAT was good and the Hornets had an early 7-0 lead, and...
Understanding the Priesthood of Jesus Christ
We are in a teaching on a new and better covenant, and in this we need to understand the priesthood of Jesus Christ. We have a High Priest that covers us, who allows us to come out and do what we do in the...
Cullman Primary School Participates in National Day of Prayer
CULLMAN — On Wednesday, September 23, students, teachers and parents from Cullman Primary School participated in the 2015 ‘See You at the Pole’ prayer event. The group gathered together at the flagpole in front of the school and prayed for their teachers, their students and...
The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament’s Fr. Joseph M. Wolfe
The church is perfect UNTIL you put people in it. We are all ‘under construction’ and need to grow daily in our conversion to God by letting Him continue His work in us each day.”
Fr. Joseph M. Wolfe, Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament
HANCEVILLE...
Restoration Begins on St. Bernard’s Main Library
CULLMAN – After a year of preparation, the work to restore the St. Bernard Library has begun. The final design was presented by Hendon and Huckestein Architectural firm of Birmingham, Ala., and was accepted in late summer. Abbot Cletus Meagher, O.S.B., of St. Bernard...
Cullman Man’s 243-Pound Watermelon Sets New Alabama Record
CULLMAN — On September 24 Cullman became home to Alabama’s largest watermelon. Weighing in at 243 pounds, Daniel White’s mammoth fruit holds the new state record. As a result of all his hard work, he was awarded a blue ribbon at the Cullman County...
Charity Basketball Clinic to Help Vinemont Child Get Diabetic Alert Dog
CULLMAN — On Saturday, October 24th, there will be a one-day basketball clinic for boys and girls in kindergarten through 8th grade. Directed by former Vinemont High School players, Josh, Jared and Jay Hembree, the clinic will feature past and present players and coaches...
Burglary Suspect Arrested; Property Recovered
CULLMAN – Thursday September 25th, 2015, Cullman County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Jeffrey Wayne Miller, 26 years old of Vinemont, for Theft of Property 1st, Two counts of Burglary 3rd, Receiving Stolen Property 1st, Receiving Stolen Property 2nd and Attempting to Elude.
Miller was first...
Meet Pattie Miller: Cullman County’s First Fair Queen
CULLMAN – The 2015 Cullman County Fair will be in town soon and my curiosity about the fair’s history has had me researching. In the midst of my quest for the fair’s history, I was contacted by a very special lady. Her name is Mrs....
Kenneth Terry, Pastor of Soul’s Harbor Free Will Baptist Church
By all accounts I should not be in the ministry if you consider my lowly beginning — But God knew all the time his plan for my life!”
Kenneth Terry, Pastor of Soul's Harbor Free Will Baptist Church
VINEMONT — Growing one's faith in the Lord...
Caring for Cullman Concert to Benefit Good Samaritan Clinic
CULLMAN — On Monday, October 19 at 7 p.m. at the Cullman Civic Center, the Good Samaritan Clinic will hold a concert fundraiser featuring the Triumphant Quartet and the Wallace State Singers.
“Regardless of musical preference, everyone will be encouraged by the performances,” said Jolanda...
Westminster Assisted Living’s Facebook Auction Benefits Walk to End Alzheimer’s
CULLMAN — The residents and staff of Cullman's Westminster Assisted Living will be auctioning off items on Facebook to raise money for the Walk to End Alzheimer's in October. The facility is taking bids on items until September 23rd at midnight.
“The auction is to...
Project Lifesaver Saves Life of Senior Cullman Citizen
CULLMAN — Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) responded to the home of Mr. Ben Tucker of Cullman County on Wednesday, September 17th, 2015 after he had been out of contact with his family and caregivers for more than 24 hours, thanks to...
Cullmanites Volunteer Time for United Way’s Day of Caring
We are always so grateful for the opportunity to give back to Cullman County through Day of Caring. While we provide financial assistance year round, this is a great opportunity for us and our volunteers to get our hands dirty and help out our...
Meet 2015’s Cullman County Fair Queen Pageant Entrants
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Fair will take place between September 24th and October 3rd this year at Sportsman Lake Park. Citizens from across the county are getting things ready for the big event.
The Lions Club has been busy getting everything cleaned up and...
Destiny Church’s Fred and Janice Rivers
God has a plan for our lives. It’s a wonderful plan, to do good to us and to give us hope and a future.”
Fred Rivers, Pastor of Destiny Church
CULLMAN — Destiny Church's mission is simple; connect people to God's Plan. The church is doing...
Fair Entry Deadlines Approaching
CULLMAN – Since 1954, the Cullman County Fair has been delighting the community with thrilling rides, tasty food, and marvelous displays. Citizens show off their talents by competing in various exhibition competitions. Whether an aficionado of art, a master in the kitchen, or a...
St. Bernard Monks Walk to End Alzheimer’s
CULLMAN – The monks of St. Bernard Abbey and the family of Br. Anselm Kuehler are humbly asking for the community's help with a destructive disease. On October 3rd, a team of six monks, Br. Leo, Fr. Joel, Br. Raphael, Br. Dominic, Br. Paschal,...
Cullman County Schools Special Education Teacher, Beverly Jenkins, Nominated for National LifeChanger of the Year Award
VINEMONT – West Point Intermediate School special education teacher Beverly Jenkins has been nominated for the 2015-2016 national LifeChanger of the Year award.
Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, the national LifeChanger of the Year program recognizes and rewards the very best K-12 public...
Cullman Primary Care Hires New Doctor, David Shupe
CULLMAN – Dr. David Shupe has recently begun working at Cullman Primary Care. Shupe, 30, left Atlanta for the small-town atmosphere of Cullman.
“Also my wife is from the north Alabama area, too,” he said.
Shupe’s specialty lies in all-inclusive family care.
“I don’t want to send...
Dr. Stan Graves, Pastor of One New Man Church
One of the things that my wife and I have discovered is that the greatest rewards in ministry started when we stopped focusing on building a ministry and started focusing on building people through relationships.”
Dr. Stan Graves, Minister
CULLMAN – Dr. Stan and Myra Graves of...
Wallace State Streamlines ACT Prep Courses
HANCEVILLE – High school students who are looking to brush up on skills before taking the ACT tests can now choose to take workshops on the English and reading portion, the math and science portion, or both.
The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association have split the...
Cullman County Cattlemen and Cattlewomen Assoc. Holding Annual Event at Carmike Cinemas
CULLMAN – Many residents of Cullman County look forward to each Memorial Day and Labor Day, but not necessarily for the holiday itself but for the famous semi-annual steak sale.
“We’ve had a lot of people through today (Friday),” said John Briscoe, President of Cullman County Cattlemen and Cattlewomen Association. “As...
Alabama Examiner’s Office Speaks on Deficiencies at Fairview High School
CULLMAN – During Thursday evening’s Cullman County School Board meeting a representative from the Alabama Examiner’s Office spoke on behalf on the organization, reading off a list of infractions which did not meet certain specified requirements.
A press releases issue on behalf of the CCBOE...
Local Author to Sign New Book ‘Pray Hard & Speak Life’ at Deb’s Bookstore
CULLMAN – On Saturday, September 19th, Cullman author, Cliff Powell will be at Deb’s Bookstore from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. signing copies of his new book, “Pray Hard & Speak Life”. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.
“Pray Hard & Speak...
CCBOE Expands Health Science Program
CULLMAN – The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA), formerly known as the Cullman Area Career Center, is pleased to announce the expansion of its Health Science Program. This program expansion will meet the growing needs of students pursuing careers in health or medical related fields...
REHAU Opens Automotive Technical Center in Cullman
CULLMAN – REHAU hosted a grand opening for its new Automotive Technical Center on Wednesday, September 2. The $3 million addition consists of a 12,000-square-foot building located next to the company's manufacturing facility. The Cullman-based technical center is the first of its kind in North...
$10,000 Donation Kicks off United Way Campaign
Ninety-eight cents of every dollar that you donate to the United Way stays here in Cullman to help the partner agencies. So when you are helping your partner agencies, you are giving to the United Way and the money is staying local. It’s helping...
Jimmy Peyton, Pastor of Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Considering the present state of our world, it is a challenge to remain a positive and yet truthful leader for God's people.”
Jimmy Peyton, Pastor of Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church
WELTI – Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church has been a part of the Welti community since 1901....
CCBOE Announces Timeline for Selecting Next Superintendent
CULLMAN – The Cullman City Board of Education announced in their special called board meeting the timeline for selecting the next superintendent. The superintendent vacancy will be posted beginning September 1, 2015 and remain posted for 30 days as required by Alabama law. Steve...
Cullman City Schools Launches Stakeholder Survey
CULLMAN – The Cullman City Schools Strategic Planning Team has developed a survey to enable all stakeholders to have their voices heard as the team outlines long-term priorities, goals, and strategies for the school system.
Now online at surveymonkey.com/r/GO_BEARCATS, the survey is open to parents,...
“Reverse The Cycle” Triathlon Benefits the Link of Cullman County
CULLMAN – On Saturday, September 12 The Link of Cullman County will hold its second annual triathlon, with a novel twist.
According to director of The Link, Dawn Owens, the triathlon has been altered to fit the “reversing the cycle” motif of The Link’s mission.
A...
Revenue Commissioner to Visit Area Senior Centers on Issue
CULLMAN – Any property owner who is age 65 or older may qualify for additional discounts on his or her homestead (primary residence). Owners must request this additional discount through the local Revenue Commission office. The exact amount of the discount is based on...
Mirroring History: Moss Funeral Home
CULLMAN – Moss Service Funeral Home was founded in 1882 by Mr. C.D. Scheuing. Scheuing was one of Cullman's first embalmers.
In 1936 he sold the business to Mr. J. Grady Moss who operated the funeral home under the name of Moss Scheuing Funeral Home...
Hanceville City Clerk Tania Wilcox Earns Designation as an Alabama Certified Payroll Specialist
AUBURN – The Alabama Public Personnel Administrators Association (AAPPA) and the Center for Governmental Services at Auburn University are delighted to announce that Tania Wilcox, City Clerk for the City of Hanceville, has met all the requirements to be designated an Alabama Certified Payroll...
ALS’ Mystery ‘Washout’ Details to be Revealed Saturday
FAIRVIEW – On Saturday, August 29, there will be an ALS Washout Event at Fairview Community Park. The details about what exactly an “ALS Washout” have yet to be revealed by event organizer Diane Harris.
“I’ll just say it involves a fire truck,” Harris laughingly said....
Third Annual Farm Y’all Event Grows
CULLMAN – This year’s Farm Y’all event will be held on Saturday, August 29. The event, previously limited to the Festhalle area, will be expanded to include nearby Depot Park.
The event, now in its third year, will include classic events, such as the pumpkin...
Stop the Abuse Awareness Ride to Pass Through Cullman
CULLMAN – On the morning of Saturday, August 29, motorcyclists will depart the parking lot of Harley-Davidson’s Huntsville location on a state-long journey to raise funds and awareness for foster children throughout Alabama and the U.S.
Cindy Colvin, Director of Royal Family Kids Camp 218...
Cullman Resident Featured in New ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ Book
I truly believe that God blesses us for a purpose so that we can share and be a blessing to others. Whether it is financially or with our talents or abilities, when we encourage and lift others up, we can’t help but feel joy...
Cullman City Council Holds August 2015 Meeting
CULLMAN – A regular Cullman City Council meeting was held last Monday night in the Lucille N. Galin Auditorium in City Hall at 7:00 p.m.
First the meeting was called to order with an invocation and roll call. Next, the minutes from the August 10, 2015,...
Greg Leonard, Pastor of Jones Chapel United Methodist Church
This beautiful little country church, with its rich history, became our family's new passion. We started by cleaning around the grounds and worked our way inside. Each week we did a little more in the building and in the community.”
Pastor Greg Leonard, Jones Chapel...
New Smart911 Program Helps Emergency Services Respond Faster
CULLMAN – Smart911 is a new program created by Rave Mobile Safety. The voluntary program is free to Cullman County residents. To sign up, residents create a Safety Profile online and provide information about themselves and their household. This will be available when a...
Overcoming the Spirit of Unbelief: Resolving to Believe the Word of God
TThere were two spirits that marveled Jesus. One was the spirit of unbelief, and the other was the spirit of faith. Those are the two spirits that operate in the lives of human beings all the time. Until you decide and make up in...
Cold Springs Eagles Hit the Ground Running
BRILLIANT – From the opening kickoff of the 2015 high school football season, Cold Springs aimed to prove thier impressive 2014 campaign was no fluke and, safe to say, mission accomplished.
Starting with a first and ten from thier own 35 yard line, QB Cayde...
Cullman Wears Down Arab, Wins 56-7
CULLMAN – Revenge was very satisfying for the Cullman Bearcats Friday night. At this time a year ago, the Bearcats fell to Arab 21-14, losing on opening night for the first time since 2004.
No team has ever defeated a Mark Britton led ball club...
Holly Pond Middle School Brings Unique e-Learning library Environment to Students
HOLLY POND – Holly Pond Middle School leveraged public funding to bring a unique eLearning library environment to students. Principal Chuck Gambrill and teacher April Dean worked this summer to remodel the classroom, which converted a standard classroom into a relaxed and collaborative learning...
Cullman Community Lions Club Receives Top Honors
CULLMAN – The prestigious Roderick Beddow, Sr. Lions Club of the Year Award for 2014-2015 was presented to the Cullman Community Lions Club during an awards ceremony at the Lions of Alabama Annual Leadership Conference in Troy, Alabama on Saturday, August 15, 2015. This...
The History of Hanceville’s Culture Club
HANCEVILLE – Culture Club, to a child of the ‘80s, is a band whose male lead singer had long hair and looked very much like a woman. However, to many people in the Hanceville area, Culture Club means something entirely different.
The Hanceville Culture Club...
Cullman Train Depot Gets Needed Renovations
CULLMAN – The city of Cullman, with the help of a monetary grant, was able to perform renovations to the Cullman Train Depot that were “long overdue,” according to United Way of Cullman County Executive Sammie Danford.
United Way rents space in the Cullman Train...
Dr. Stanley Kilgore, Pastor of Center Grove Baptist Church
My biggest challenge is to help people to see that we live in a changing culture. Our message that ‘Christ loves all and is ready to save all who will come to Him’ must remain the same.”
Dr. Stanley Kilgore, Pastor of Center Grove Baptist...
Car & Motorcycle Show at Brother’s Pourhouse to Benefit Cullman Caring for Kids
The car show is obviously for a good cause and we are happy to help out.”
Will Dowdy, Owner of Brother’s Pourhouse
CULLMAN – On Saturday, August 22nd there will be a Car & Motorcycle Show at Brother’s Pourhouse. The event will be sponsored by both...
Divino Niño Weekend To be Held at Shrine Sept. 5-6
This is our biggest event and the second year for it, so we are very excited!”
Jennifer Prybyla, Assistant Director of Pilgrimages
HANCEVILLE – The Nuns of Our Lady of the Angels Monastery and the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament invite the public to join...
Three Arrested for Meth
CULLMAN – On Thursday August 13, 2015, Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) arrested Brandon Dewayne Rollo, 31 years old of Bremen, Jessica Diane Rollo, 23 years old of Bremen, and James Calvin Boone III, 46 years old of Hanceville for Unlawful Possession...
From Higdon Funeral Home to Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church
CULLMAN – Higdon Funeral Home, located on St. Joseph Drive in Cullman, was established in 1976 by Mr. Raymond Higdon. The funeral home was a success for many years. Raymond Higdon died unexpectedly on April 27, 1981, of an apparent heart attack yet his...
Prep Teams Getting Ready for 2015 Football Season
CULLMAN – Anticipation of success for prep football teams in Cullman County is at a high atmosphere for the 2015 season.
Three teams last season reached the Alabama High School Athletic Association playoffs. Three teams that had been postseason bound on a regular basis didn't...
Graves Marathon to Build New Store
We have people that like to come in and just sit and talk, drink a cup of coffee and shoot the bull for a while. That’s the way we want it, we want to keep it family-oriented, and country-flavored.”
Tim Graves, Graves Marathon Owner
CULLMAN –...
St. Bernard Prep Hires Director of Fine Arts
CULLMAN – St. Bernard President, Fr. Joel Martin is pleased to announce Joshua Agnew will be the Director of Fine Arts, a newly created position at St. Bernard Prep School.
Agnew comes to St. Bernard with aspirations of building and revitalizing the Fine Arts Department...
Get to Know Marie Louise Betz, Cullman’s First Native Born Citizen
CULLMAN – Cullman’s humble beginnings started with just five families, one of them being the Betz family. Frederick and Catherine (Keck) Betz and two children traveled from Cincinnati in April 1873 and settled down in the area.
Shortly after that, the town of Cullman was...
All Faculty and Staff of Cullman County Schools to Receive Crisis Management Certification
CULLMAN – On August 10, Cullman County Schools certified all of their school resource Officers, and their Safety Director, in a program called ALICE. The Safety Resource Officers (SROs) will then return to their schools to train and certify all school personnel.
ALICE is...
Scam Jam / Health Fair to host Fraud Prevention and Health Screenings
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Commission on Aging along with the Better Business Bureau will be hosting Cullman County’s first ever Scam Jam / Health Fair on Aug. 28. It is designed to educate the public on today’s scams, how to protect against fraud,...
Tim Collier, Pastor of Lonesome Dove Cowboy Church
CULLMAN – Cullman County is home to a variety of unique churches, but there is one that is different from any other. Lonesome Dove Cowboy Church believes in sharing God's love by using their Western and cowboy heritage so that all may come to...
Native American Charity Pow Wow to Raise funds for the Lighthouse
CULLMAN – This Saturday and Sunday, August 15, and 16, at Sportsman Lake Park in Cullman the first annual Native American Charity Pow Wow will be held. Organized by George “White Wolf” Teague, the event is a fundraiser for the Lighthouse located on Convent Road...
New Phone Scams Hit Cullman
CULLMAN – Recently, Cullman County residents have received phone calls from certain individuals claiming they represented credit card companies, sweepstakes companies, and the IRS. They are asking for personal information and money. These phone calls are scams.
“We in law enforcement are trying to make...
Two Arrests Made in Connection to Theft Cases
CULLMAN – On Saturday, August 8, 2015, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested James Nicholas Davis, 32 years old of Bremen. Shandale Renae Cox, 22 of Cullman, was arrested by Hanceville Police Department (HPD). Both were arrested in connection to several thefts, and...
Mirroring History: Walker’s Corner U.S.A.
BERLIN – Located next door to the Berlin Quick Stop, Walker’s Corner U.S.A. has supplied Cullman County with hardware and plumbing supplies for many years. W. I. "Lidy" Walker started the business and later sold it to two of his sons, Frank and George...
Alabama Tourism Department’s Barbecue Bracket Features Local Favorite
MONTGOMERY – The competition for Alabama’s best barbecue restaurants is heating up as establishments across the state vie for votes and bragging rights during The Alabama Barbecue Battle as part of The Year of Alabama BBQ. This year, 50 nominees will compete in five...
Signs of the Times: Holly Pond Cemetery
Signs of the Times highlights Cullman's wealth of historic markers.
HOLLY POND – The Holly Pond Cemetery is located one-half mile northwest of Holly Pond High School on County Road 1669 in the town of Holly Pond. On April 19, 2015 the Holly Pond Historical...
Marijuana plants seized; One arrested
CULLMAN – On Sunday, August 2, 2015, the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) arrested Roger Dale Marks, 65 years old of Logan, Ala.
Mr. Marks was arrested for Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The arrest originated in Logan, Ala. where Mr....
Hospice of Cullman County’s Mega Cash Draw Down Raises More Than $34,000
CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that Hospice of Cullman County recently held its annual Mega Cash Draw Down, which serves as a fundraiser benefiting indigent patient care. The event made more than $34,000 for Hospice of Cullman County.
This year’s auction featured...
