CRMC Welcomes David Shupe, DO to Medical Staff
CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is pleased to welcome David Shupe, DO to the Medical Staff. A native of Kennesaw, Georgia, Dr. Shupe received his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012 from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Suwanee, Georgia after receiving his...
Vehicle Collision and House Fire Occur at Same Location
CULLMAN – A structure fire just off of Hwy 69 South between Applebee's and the National Guard Armory has Cullman Fire and Rescue crews working quickly to extinguish the blaze.
A collision involving one of the Fire and Rescue vehicles, located not far from the house fire has...
Wallace State’s Inaugural Women’s Golf Team Begins First Practices, Preparing for Fall Season
HANCEVILLE – Abbi Yeager was scrolling through Twitter one day and noticed Wallace State was adding a women’s golf team to its athletics programs.
“I knew I had to look into it,” said Yeager, a sophomore and 2014 Fairview graduate. “I’m now fortunate enough and excited...
Local Artist Debuts Installation At Red Door Emporium Café
CULLMAN – Saturday marked the opening of a new art installation at the Red Door Emporium Café. Local artist Ben ‘South’ Johnson is showing off some 300 aphorisms and has turned the café into the 'One-Liner Diner'.
The aphorisms line the café’s walls with short...
Free Concert Series Coming to Heritage Park
CULLMAN – CP&R will be hosting a series of free Concerts in the Park in September at Heritage Park. Concerts will be held each week on Thursday in the month of September at the recognition gardens starting at 6 p.m.
The free concert series will begin...
Talented Young Farmers Shine at Annual Conference
MONTGOMERY – The future of Alabama agriculture looked bright as young farmers took the spotlight Monday night in statewide contests sponsored by the Alabama Farmers Federation.
Winners in the Outstanding Young Farm Family (OYFF) and Excellence in Agriculture contests were announced at the closing banquet...
Religious Spotlight: G.T. Robertson, Pastor of Emeus Baptist Church
The hand of God at work within the church is evidence of His presence and always works to increase our faith and belief in Him and His Word.”
G.T. Robertson, Pastor of Emeus Baptist Church
LOGAN – The congregation at Emeus Baptist Church, as with many...
Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Begins Friday
MONTGOMERY – Alabama’s 10th Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, and end at midnight on Sunday, Aug. 9.
“This is a perfect opportunity for parents to purchase needed school supplies and get a tax break at the same time,”...
August to be a Busy Month for the Shrine’s Lourdes Grotto
Bishop Robert Baker has been extremely encouraging and instrumental in helping this Grotto to be a place which has enriched the spiritual lives of those in his Diocese and all who visit the Shrine.”
Jennifer Prybyla, Assistant Director of Pilgrimages
HANCEVILLE – The month of August will...
Walmart Hiring Approximately 300 Associates for New Cullman Store
CULLMAN – Walmart will hire approximately 300 associates to work at the new Walmart slated to open this fall in Cullman. A temporary hiring center has opened at 3323 Alabama Hwy. 157, Suite C.
Applications will be accepted Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. to 1...
Hanceville’s Dark Before Dawn Earns Westone Endorsement
HANCEVILLE – Dark Before Dawn’s talent has been officially recognized by Westone Music Products. The band announced July 17 that Westone has agreed to endorse them.
Westone is one of the top designers of in-ear equipment for multiple industries. The company designs products for military,...
A Brief History of Cullman’s First Five Churches
CULLMAN – Cullman is filled with wonderful, God-fearing people and as a result, there are lots of fantastic churches around town. With a variety of denominations represented, there seems to be something for just about everyone, according to their beliefs. Take a walk through...
Wallace State Offers Fall Continuing Education Programs
HANCEVILLE – Local high school and college students need not be the only ones making plans to start classes this fall. Area residents with interests in scrapbooking, cake decorating, ballroom dancing and more can get ready for educational opportunities, as well as professionals seeking...
Cullman County Schools Bus Drivers Win State Competition
We are extremely proud of the way our bus drivers compete each year in this competition.”
Mike Floyd, Cullman County Schools Transportation Director
CULLMAN – Cullman County recently had three school bus drivers place top 10 in the State School Bus Safety Road-E-O Competition. The competition...
CRMC Center for Wound Healing Recognized with National Award for Clinical Excellence
CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Medical Center physicians, leaders and clinicians recently gathered to celebrate the Center of Distinction Award, which was given to CRMC Center for Wound Healing by Healogics, Inc., the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. The Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes...
Extension Office Holds Home Food Preservation Basics Workshop
I’ve had more fun with these folks and I will come back for single class I can get because I enjoy the company.”
Jo-Amrah Dillingham, Workshop Attendee
CULLMAN – The Cullman Extension Office held its 2015 Home Food Preservation workshop from July 21, 2015, through July...
Families First Rally Brings Awareness to Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is the easiest crime to prevent. All one needs to do is put down whatever distraction is at hand and pull to the side of the road if needed.”
Rebecca Koehler, Hands on the Wheel
CULLMAN – On Sunday, July 26th, the first annual...
Religious Spotlight: Cori Lewis, Pastor at Cullman Church of Christ
I was the kind of person whose voice would crack and I'd get all sweaty if I was asked to lead a prayer in front of a small group of people.”
Cori Lewis, Pastor at Cullman Church of Christ
CULLMAN – Cullman is home to a...
Kids Night Out To be Held at C.W. Day Park
HANCEVILLE – The Hanceville Police Department is hosting the seventh annual Kids Night Out on August 7 at Hanceville’s C.W. Day Park. The event will run from 6 - 8 p.m.
The event will host free food, inflatables, and games for the whole family. Local...
Mirroring History: Anderson Boats
CULLMAN – Bill and Frances Anderson started Anderson Boats and Motors back in 1959. It was a successful business that lasted nearly 50 years. People from all over the county shopped at Anderson Boats and Motors in search of their dream boats and snazzy...
Hanceville’s Dark Before Dawn Performs at 11th Frame Live
MADISON – Hanceville based band, Dark Before Dawn was the opening act for Shaman Harvest at 11th Frame Live, July 15.
Dark Before Dawn’s sound was professionally balanced; every piece of instrumentation heard on their EP could be heard just as clearly at the venue.
In...
Smith Lake Fireworks Do-Over Scheduled for Saturday
CULLMAN – For anyone in attendance during the Fourth of July celebration at Smith Lake Park, the first three-to-four minutes of the fireworks show seemed to be going smoothly.
About four minutes into the display things stopped going according to plan.
Cullman County Parks and Recreation...
The Humble Beginnings of Cullman County Courthouse
CULLMAN – Before Cullman became a county in 1877, court, and all official transactions were held in the Blount County Courthouse. Later, when Cullman became an official Alabama county, court took place at Ambruster’s Hall. Before long it was relocated to a building adjoining...
WSCC Set to Host 1st Disc Golf Tournament for Local Sanctioned Clubs on Saturday
HANCEVILLE – Cullman’s Disc Golf club is set to host the first sanctioned tournament at Wallace State Community College’s disc golf course this weekend.
Ninety competitors are registered for the event, which begins Saturday at 8:30 a.m. The field features Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) pros...
Victorian Manor Changes Name to Brookdale Hanceville
The city of Hanceville has been very good to us and the mayor has also been very good to us.”
Miranda Sansing, Executive Director of Brookdale Hanceville
HANCEVILLE – On Thursday, July 16th, Victorian Manor Assisted Living officially changed its name to Brookdale Hanceville. Excited residents...
St. Bernard to Offer Competitive Bowling
CULLMAN – Coach Regina Willoughby is looking forward to coaching the first bowling teams at St. Bernard since the Prep School opened in 1983. St. Bernard Prep will be among the three schools in Cullman County to compete in the 2015-16 Class 1A Division Bowling sanctioned by...
Berlin Sunshine Club Holds June Meeting
BERLIN – The Berlin Sunshine Club met June 18th at the Berlin Community Center. After announcements and prayer requests, the minutes for May were read by Recording Secretary Gail Wood.
Vice President Patty Martin presided over the business session and the meeting.
Hostess Gifts were won...
Annual EvaBank Midnight Run 5K Gets Colorful
CULLMAN – This year's EvaBank Midnight Run 5K will add a splash of neon color. Black lights will illuminate portions of the course and runners who choose to take part will have neon powder tossed at them.
Waid Harbison, Marketing and Programs Director for Cullman City Parks and Recreation...
Local Volunteers Guard Armed Forces Career Center
We've got to get people back to loving our country again.”
Sheila Huff, Volunteer
CULLMAN – Just off Second Avenue at the Armed Forces Career Center in Cullman, Joey Miller and Sheila Huff are on guard. After learning of the shooting at a military recruiting center in Chattanooga,...
Religious Spotlight: Heath Tinker, Pastor at Simcoe Worship Center
Jesus commanded us to go make disciples, having the honor of being a part of that, it is sometimes overwhelming.”
Pastor Heath Tinker, Simcoe Worship Center
SIMCOE – Simcoe Worship Center's congregation has one vision, one goal, and one mission - to reach this lost world...
Couple Arrested for Felony Child Abuse to Four Year Old Child
CULLMAN – Yesterday, July 20, 2015 the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Amber Marie Trybalski De Loach, 24 years old of Arab, Ala. and Jeremy Fitzpatrick De Loach, 22 years old of Arab, Ala. for felony child abuse to a four year old child.
The victim...
Dayspring Dairy: Alabama’s First Licensed Sheep Dairy Farm
Our goal is to produce unique, delicious, safe, and healthy cheeses for our customers.”
Greg Kelly, Owner - Dayspring Dairy
GALLANT – Nestled in a valley in the piedmont of north-east Alabama with lush rolling pastures is Dayspring Dairy Farm. The family owned and operated farm is...
Love Letters in a Box: Cullman Woman Leaves Century Old Mementos of First Love
CULLMAN – May 29, 2011, began as a typical day for Eva resident, Beth Boening. To celebrate the Memorial Day weekend, she and her husband drove to Cullman to spend the day with friends. Once everyone had arrived, the group settled down with his...
Citizen of the Week: Joann Walls
My advice is to never give advice but set a good example for the younger generation.”
Joann Walls
HANCEVILLE – Hanceville’s Joann Walls may be a petite little lady, but she is been a huge part of the town for many years. She has served on...
Investigators Discover Human Remains at Hanceville House Fire Site
You have to treat it as a crime scene until you rule that it was not.”
Bob Long, Hanceville Police Chief
HANCEVILLE – On Wednesday July 15, a house on County Road 522 in Hanceville caught fire. Around 2:30 p.m. the Hanceville Fire Department responded to the incident.
“When...
Drug Sting Leads to Arrest of Three
CULLMAN – Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) recently arrested three individuals: Donovan Casey Odom, 42 years old Cullman, Tammy Rena Moore, 28 years old of Cullman, and Xanadu Johnna Sanford, 32 years old of Huntsville for drug trafficking and drug possession.
The...
Stay Safe this Summer with Outdoor Grilling Tips
CULLMAN – During the warm climate season, when a hard week at work winds down and the weekend arrives, it can be an opportune time to have an outdoor barbecue. Unfortunately, as tasty as grilling is, it can also be a risky way to...
Premier Productions Grows to be Largest Producer of Christian Concerts in America
Premier also has this culture where we truly believe we can do anything. An atmosphere of dreaming and going for it is one of the main reasons for our explosive growth.”
Shane Quick, Co-owner of Premier Productions
CULLMAN – Premier Productions started out as a local...
Local 5-Year-Old Raising Money for Diabetic Alert Dog
Activity, excitement, heat and anxiety all cause big changes in the body’s blood sugar, which are things that happen to a 5-year-old all the time so he has to be constantly monitored.”
Charity Taylor, Lucas’ Mother
CULLMAN – Meet the adorable 5-year-old Lucas Hembree. He may...
Local Musician Montgomery Miller Begins Solo Work
My plan is to always write music.”
Montgomery Miller, Musician
CULLMAN – Montgomery Miller just released his first solo, acoustic single entitled Forever in My Hands. Miller previously sang in the bands Abandon Disclosure and I Am Surrounded.
Abandon Disclosure had an opportunity to be signed with...
Confederate Flag Sales on the Rise at Wilborn Outdoors
CULLMAN – With the controversy around the Confederate flag swirling, the management at Wilborn Outdoors saw a business opportunity. They began stocking Confederate flags about three weeks ago, and the results have been impressive.
"We can't keep them in," said Store Manager Tommy Holcombe.
He says...
Christmas in July Helps Feed the Less Fortunate
It just shows you how much the residents here are willing to give year-round, not just at the holidays.”
Cameron Everett, CWAC Director
CULLMAN – For the third year in a row the Cullman Wellness & Aquatics Center opened its doors Friday, but rather than the typical...
Festhalle Stays Open Late: Market Expands Hours for Evening Shoppers
I’m set up beside a lady selling some amazing baklava and baked goods, kale, chow chow, peaches, tomatoes, squash, and 'Sophie the soap baby approved' peach Popsicles.”
Elizabeth McDowell, Owner of Hippimama Bath & Beauty
CULLMAN – Those that love fresh fruit and vegetables but have...
Religious Spotlight: Church212’s Pastor Chris Harrison
My grandfather, Pastor Holbrooks, was the second pastor of the First Baptist Church in Cullman back in the late 1800s. So my spiritual heritage in this town is rich and long standing.”
Chris Harrison, Lead Pastor of Church212
CULLMAN – Church212 is a new-generation church that connects...
Arrest Made in Connection to Theft Cases
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Joshua Daniel Ray Roberts, 33 years old of Good Hope, Ala. in the early morning hours of July 11, 2015 in connection to several thefts that have occurred the past few weeks.
CCSO Investigators arrested Mr....
Reptile And Amphibian Show Coming To Agriplex
CULLMAN – On Tuesday, July 14 at 6 p.m. Daphne Mowland, an educator with Wheeler Wildlife will put reptiles and amphibians on display at the North Alabama Agriplex.
Rachel Dawsey, Director at the Agriplex, has overseen the Living Landscapes program for the past two years.
She...
Mirroring History: Cullman Christian Church
CULLMAN – The beautiful church perched on a corner and located at 321 3rd St SE, Cullman, Ala. has been used as a place of worship for many years.
It is currently home to Cornerstone Church of the Nazarene. Before it became a Nazarene Church,...
Citizen of the Week: Scott Warner, Merging Law Enforcement and Emergency Medical Response
CULLMAN – In case of emergency, Scott Warner does not have to be called, he is most likely a part of whatever team shows up. Warner is a member of Cullman Fire Rescue, Law Enforcement and is a nationally respected physician.
After finishing college in...
Summer Months Bring out Snakes and Spiders Around Cullman County
CULLMAN – As the summer months roll on gardening and adventures in the woods become a pastime. Unfortunately, this also means a higher likelihood of coming into contact with dangerous snakes and insects. Insects such as spiders are especially dangerous.
According to Neil Schamban, MD,...
Cullman Parks and Recreation’s Archery Camp Teaches Children Tips and Tricks
We learned the eleven steps to archery. I like shooting a lot and I usually do pretty good.”
Willa Smith, Archery Camper
CULLMAN – Cullman Parks and Recreation held their first Archery Camp for the summer on June 29, 30, and June 1 for boys and...
Cullman County Parks and Recreation Moves to Ag Center
CULLMAN – Cullman County Parks and Recreation has recently moved their office from Sportsman Lake Park to the Cullman County Agriculture Center.
The new space is now easily accessible and has better parking.
The new offices have twice the storage space, which can be used for special...
Couple Arrested for Sexual Abuse to Minor Children
CULLMAN – Yesterday, July 8, 2015 the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Amber Maritta Cartwright, 24 years old of Crane Hill, Ala. and Zachary Levi Burns, 23 years old of Cullman, Ala. for several counts of sexual abuse of two minor children.
The two...
Meet Folk-Art Craftsman, Ernie Pannell
I just design them for the kids, and I love kids, so it’s what I do for them.”
Ernie Pannell, Craftsman
CULLMAN – In a tiny lot on the side of Highway 278 West often sits a gentleman selling wooden furniture and fixtures out of a home-made...
Cullman County Courthouse Celebrates 50th Anniversary
On July 3, 1965, the Courthouse was dedicated to serve Cullman County. Since then much has changed, not only the Courthouse but the county itself.”
Kenneth Walker, Cullman County Commission Chairman
CULLMAN – On Tuesday, July 7, 2015, residents and officials from throughout Cullman County gathered...
Religious Spotlight: Meet Al Barton, Pastor of Ole Time Way Baptist Church
There are many rewarding moments (in preaching) but by far the most rewarding is when I help lost souls get to know Jesus as their personal Savior!”
Brother Al Barton, Ole Time Way Baptist Church
CULLMAN – Ole Time Way Baptist Church, located on Hwy 157...
Gov. Bentley Awards $120K Grant to Create Jobs in Cullman
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $120,000 grant to create jobs and spur economic development in the city of Cullman.
The Community Development Block Grant will fund infrastructure necessary for the construction of a La Quinta Inn and Suites near the intersection of...
Coffee with a Cop: Cullman PD Sits Down and Talks with Local Residents
CULLMAN – Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. the Red Door Café hosted Coffee with a Cop. The community was invited to come and drink coffee with the Cullman Police Department.
The purpose of the event was for citizens to get to know their local...
Drug Bust Nets Drugs and Guns
CULLMAN – On Sunday July 5, 2015, agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Fasha Jade Deans, 26 years old of Cullman, AL and Michael Ruben Evans, 44 years old of Cullman, Ala.
Ms. Deans was arrested for Unlawful Possession of Control Substance,...
Fairview July 4th Fireworks Celebration and Car Show Rescheduled
FAIRVIEW – The Independence Day firework display at Fairview has been rescheduled for Labor Day, due to inclement weather. The Fairview Band Car Show, originally set for July 4th, has also been postponed. It will take place on August 1st.
“We decided to call off...
Fourth Annual Fireworks Festival at Heritage Park Brings Families Together
We’re out here to provide the community with a really fun, safe way to celebrate the Fourth of July and to serve people and show them the love of Jesus.”
Auston Neal, Desperation Church Member
CULLMAN – On Saturday, July 4th, 2015 Desperation Church in Cullman presented...
Smith Lake Park Cancels Firework Show, Possible Labor Day Make-up Show in the Works
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TRIMBLE – Smith Lake Park’s firework show has been cut short due to unsafe...
Chamber of Commerce’s Community Luncheon Gets Fishy
CULLMAN – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce held its June Community Luncheon at All Steak on Friday, June 26, 2015. Dr. Rusty Wright, Associate Professor of the School of Fisheries, and Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences at Auburn University, was the guest speaker. He...
RAD Kids Program Teaches Children to Resist Aggression Defensively
CULLMAN – Officer Cindy Rohrscheib led a program for children at the Cullman Civic Center last week designed to teach kids about basic safety and how to defend themselves against attackers. RAD, which stands for Resisting Aggression Defensively, not only instructs children what to...
Tennessee National Guard Conducting Training Exercises at Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center
SOUTH VINEMONT – A multitude of rumors, text alerts and other forms of social media began swarming Friday night as a National Guard convoy was spotted entering Cullman County.
“(The) Tennessee National Guard is on their way to training and are staying at the Ag...
Mirroring History: Alabama State Trooper Cars
CULLMAN – Alabama State Trooper cars have come a long way in the past forty-three years. The older car is a 1972 Javelin SST State Trooper. The car is the real deal, and it was featured at a recent car show in Cullman. The...
Citizen of the Week: Cullman High School’s Bryan Patrick
I want them (his students) to love what they do and to see that there are more important aspects of their work than just making money; it’s making a difference for the best in the lives of others by being a positive influence and...
Residents Reminded of City Fireworks Ordinance
CULLMAN – As Independence Day fast approaches, it is only fitting, for many, to buy fireworks to celebrate the great American holiday. The only problem is fireworks can be a safety hazard when set off inside city limits.
Cullman Police Chief, Kenny Culpepper, stated, “We...
Cullman Regional Airport: Flying in Commerce for Cullman County
Having a thriving regional airport makes Cullman more accessible and more efficient to do business with.”
Mayor Max A. Townson
CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Airport was built in the 1950s due to the hard work of the City and County of Cullman. Since then it has...
Meet Local Artist Shaina Cruz, Airbrush Extraordinaire
CULLMAN – Cullman is full of hidden gems of artistic ability; one of these gems is Shaina Cruz’s airbrushing service. With an impressive portfolio and years of hands-on experience, Cruz can give a number items a personal artistic touch.
Cruz has been airbrushing for virtually...
Municipal Buildings to Close Friday, Sanitation Schedules Unchanged
CULLMAN – According to the Office of the Mayor, all city and municipal buildings will close Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day. City Hall, Cullman County Courthouse, and all other buildings run by the city will close all day July 3 and...
Sheriff Releases Smith Lake Park Independence Day Traffic Information
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be responsible for traffic control following the fireworks show at Smith Lake Park Saturday, July 4th, 2015. CCSO estimates there could be as many as ten thousand people attend the fireworks show based on recent...
Community to Hold Multiple Independence Day Celebrations
CULLMAN – This year’s July 4th will see many celebrations throughout the Cullman area. With low ticket prices to free events, there is sure to be an event to fit almost any budget’s needs.
Desperation Church will hold a firework celebration July 4th at Heritage...
Religious Spotlight: New Prospect Baptist Church’s Brother Kyle Ellison
People are confused, and it’s hard to earn their trust, but we do all within our power to give the Gospel of Jesus Christ to everyone.”
Brother Kyle Ellison, New Prospect Church
CULLMAN – The people at New Prospect Baptist Church are fortunate to have such...
Winston County Escapee Arrested
CULLMAN – Today the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) located and arrested Bradford Seth Burney, 19 years old of Hanceville, after he escaped from a Winston County Sheriff’s Office patrol car.
Yesterday afternoon, June 29th, 2015, Winston County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) had detained Mr. Burney...
Cullman Probate Judge Begins Issuing Marriage Licenses To Same-Sex Couples
CULLMAN – Though the Supreme Court’s decision for every state to award marriage licenses to same-sex couples was announced last Friday, Cullman, along with all of Alabama, was unable to issue licenses until this Monday, when an injunction barring the issuing of marriage licenses...
Field of Miracles Brings Joy to Those with Disabilities
CULLMAN – The Field of Miracles was a vision of Chester Freeman, the Park Board, and former Cullman Parks and Recreation Director Jon Hunt, to ensure everyone has a place to play.
“The field opened in 2006, and it was built from different donations, and...
A Brief History of Sacred Heart Church and School
CULLMAN – Sacred Heart Church is one of the oldest churches in Cullman. Its two large, cross-topped steeples can be seen from all over town. Area Catholics fill the massive church for its services. The iconic church is also used as a reference point when...
Citizen of the Week: Nancy Moore, A Reflection of Sobriety
I am extremely grateful for where I am today. I love being a part of life again.”
Nancy Moore, One-Year Sober
CULLMAN – Nancy Moore is like a breath of fresh air. Her bubbly personality is infectious, and her willingness to help others is extraordinary. However,...
Historic Bomber Plane Set To Land in Cullman, Take Residents Airborne
CULLMAN – Cullman Mayor Max Townson announced last Thursday that the renowned World War II B-17 Bomber, Memphis Belle, will be flying into Cullman for this year’s Veterans Day Celebration.
The annual ceremony will take place on Saturday, November 7. Under the oversight of Cullman...
Cullman County Farmers Market Still Keeps it Fresh after 30 Years
Everybody come out to visit, we have some fresh stuff. Everything is grown local. We’d like for you to come participate.”
Larry Clark, Local Farmer
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Farmers Market has remained a local tradition for 30 years. This year, farmers have again populated...
Crossbones Rock Moe’s BBQ
CULLMAN – A local band from Warrior Ala., Crossbones, held a concert at Moe’s Original BBQ, Saturday, June 6. The band played both original songs and covers varying from a vast array of genres.
The group managed to pump out almost three hours and forty-five...
Hanceville to Hold Public Hearing on Animal Ordinance Thursday
HANCEVILLE – On Thursday, June 25, the Hanceville City Council will have its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. At 6:00 p.m. they will hold a public hearing on the City Animal Ordinance.
In the last meeting, the Council explained the problems the city is having...
CPD Chief on RTS Arrests: ‘This Year is Actually Lower Than Some of the Other Rock the Souths’
All in all we felt like it was a very successful concert.”
Kenny Culpepper, Cullman City Police Chief
CULLMAN – The Cullman Police Department, assisted by the Cullman County Sheriff's Department, had 16 total arrests surrounding the Rock the South music festival. The relation of a...
Religious Profile: Daystar Church’s Pastor Jerry Lawson
Although I developed a deep relationship with God as a teenager, I never wanted to be a preacher."
Pastor Jerry Lawson, Daystar Church
CULLMAN – Jerry Lawson is a familiar face at Daystar Church and with good reason – he is their beloved pastor and one...
“Secret Meals for Hungry Children” Benefits From Local Car Show
If it weren’t for the generosity of Scott Spitzer and the Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Dealership, the car show could not happen.”
Brenda Allison, Pentastar South Car Club
CULLMAN – On Thursday, June 18, 2015, Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and the Pentastar South Car...
New nursing students attend orientation session at WSCC
HANCEVILLE – About 200 new nursing students attended orientation Tuesday at Wallace State Community College. During the day-long event, the students were given information about when to expect certain classes to be taught, their uniform scrubs, text books and equipment they will need, financial aid and...
WSCC Registration for Mini Term II Begins June 26
HANCEVILLE – Registration for Mini Term II at Wallace State begins Friday, June 26 at Wallace State Community College.
Summer Mini Term II will run for five weeks, from June 29 through July 31. Each semester, mini terms are offered over a matter of weeks rather than the...
Independence Day Car Show To Benefit Fairview Marching Band
FAIRVIEW – On July 4th at Fairview Park, the Fairview Aggie Marching Band will hold its first annual car show. The show will begin at 10 a.m. and go until 2 p.m. The event will also feature music and food vendors.
The car show is...
Multiple Arrests Made in Connection to the Attack of Morris Man
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has arrested three individuals in connection to the beating and robbery of Steven Lee Mosley, of Morris, that occurred earlier this month.
Vaughn McClain, 48 years old of Foley, was charged with Robbery 1st degree.
Zachary Madison, 20...
4th Annual Rock The South Has Fans Singing a High Note
CULLMAN – Country music wafted through the humid atmosphere during the inaugural day of the Rock the South music festival. Starting at noon and stretching late into night, Cullman residents and out of town guests packed into Heritage Park to experience an assorted group...
Folk Art Tour Stops at WSCC Museum of Art
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College’s art museum is currently showcasing two influential folk artists’ work. An assortment of pottery pieces by Jerry Brown and paintings by Mose Tolliver are on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum of Art through July 2.
Both artists are Alabama...
Mirroring History: Sportsman Lake Playground
CULLMAN – Nearly everyone that has grown up in Cullman County has, at some point in time, played on the playground at Sportsman Lake Park.
The park consists of one hundred eighty-six acres and offers a variety of things to do. The park was built...
Dairy Queen Opens New Cullman Location
The store on Highway 31 has been in the same location for sixty years, so when people say, ‘Let’s go to Dairy Queen’ that’s the location they think about. But as time goes on, we hope that the community will think about both places,...
CCBOE Votes Appleton to be New Staffing Agency for Non-Tenure Teacher Aides
Our number one goal is to take care of these kids.”
Wendy Crider, CCBOE Board Member
CULLMAN – Cullman County School’s non-tenure teacher aides received the notification of termination of their employment on May 29, 2015. Due to budget restrictions and rising utility and health care costs...
CAAWA Superheroes Rescue Local Animals
CULLMAN – CAAWA, the Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association, is a band of individuals whose job is to rescue and save the neglected and abused animals of Cullman County. The group is entirely non-profit, and all its members are volunteers. They consider themselves to...
School Resource Officers Protect Cullman County’s Youngest Citizens
CULLMAN – School Resource Officers are the individuals who protect children when their parents are unable to be around. Not only do they protect students and faculty at every school in Cullman County, but the are also trained to be teachers and counselors. The...
WSCC Wraps New Bus in Lion Pride
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College recently acquired a new bus, that was designated to be covered in an orange and blue WSCC Lions themed vinyl wrap designed by the local company Creative Design.
Mark Bolin, a representative for WSCC who worked with Josh Heron...
Mopars on the Street Car Show Benefits Hungry Children
CULLMAN – Pentastar South Car Club hosted their 8th Annual Mopars on the Streets Car Show on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Dealership. The show was a fundraiser and all money raised will benefit Secret Meals for Hungry Children....
Augusta’s Sports Bar Gearing Up for Three-day Block Party
CULLMAN – With Rock the South just a few days away, local establishment Augusta’s Sports Bar is preparing for its own country bash as it welcomes American Idol season 14 contestant Dexter Roberts on Thursday evening to help kick-off a three day parking lot...
Singer/Songwriter Bennett Glasscock Plays it Cool in Latest Competition
CULLMAN – Local musician Bennett Glasscock has entered his second Guitar Center sponsored challenge. In February of last year, Bennett was selected as a finalist for the fourth Guitar Center Singer-Songwriter Competition. The competition usually allows for 10 finalists, but that year’s only allowed...
