Technical Foul on Oneonta Coach Saves the Game for Cold Springs Lady Eagles
DANVILLE - Victory for the Cold Springs Lady Eagles in the quarterfinal round of the 7th annual Danville Thanksgiving Tournament Wednesday night got locked up in the final seconds because of a technical foul on Oneonta coach David Elrod.
The Oneonta coach received a technical...
Car chase ends at Cullman Walmart; no injuries reported
CULLMAN - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff's Office, along with officers with the Cullman Police Department, worked jointly in an effort to track down a suspect who led officers on a car chase from near West Point to the front doors of the...
OBITUARY: Robert Frederick Cupp
Funeral services for Robert Frederick Cupp, 69, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m., Friday, November 28th, 2014 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Roger James officiating with interment in the Emeus cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Cupp passed away...
OBITUARY: Ruth S. Kennemur
Ruth S. Kennemur passed away November 23, 2014 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was 74 years old.
She was born June 22, 1940 to Odis and Virgie Scott. Funeral Services will be held November 26, 2014 at Moss Service Chapel at 2 p.m. with...
OBITUARY: Amy Denise Chambers Shoemaker
Amy Denise Chambers Shoemaker passed away November 24, 2014 at her residence. She was 52 years old.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday November 25, 2014 at 2 p.m. at the Cullman City Cemetery.
Visitation will be at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until 1:30...
Sponsor a Child this Christmas
CULLMAN - Every child should have the Christmas of their dreams, and Standard Furniture is helping to make those dreams come true this holiday season. At the store, there is an Angel Tree decorated with ornaments that represent less fortunate children in the Cullman...
A Hot Meal in a Caring Community
GOOD HOPE - Good Hope is once again offering a delicious hot meal to all on Thanksgiving. This is an annual event held by the city that offers a high quality meal for free. It has been such a success that they have had...
Cold Springs Wins, Good Hope Falls in Hanceville Thanksgiving Tournament
HANCEVILLE - After a breathtaking 74-73 victory over Holly Pond Monday night, the Cold Springs Eagles began play in the 32nd Hanceville Thanksgiving Tournament Tuesday with plenty of firepower to put away the Cleveland Panthers 64-44 at Lane Horton Gymnasium.
Besides the normal scoring from...
OBITUARY: Lora Lee Hudson
Funeral services for Lora Lee Hudson, age 90 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with H. E. LaFevor and Greg Hudson officiating. Interment will be in Jones Chapel Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
OBITUARY: John Richard “Buck” Day
Funeral services for John Richard ‘Buck’ Day, 76, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m., Monday, November 24th, 2014 at Mt. Vernon First Congregational Methodist Church, Revs. Glenn McCain, Vernon Willis and Wayne Jetton officiating with interment in the adjoining cemetery. The body will...
OBITUARY: Cloia Ruth Smith
Funeral services for Cloia Ruth Smith, 77, of Cullman will be held on Monday, November 24, 2014 at 1 p.m. at Mt. Olive Church; with interment in the adjoining cemetery. She will lie in state one hour prior to the service.
Hanceville Funeral Home is...
OBITUARY: Robert Lee Edmondson
Funeral services for Robert Lee Edmondson, 74, of Hanceville will be held on Sunday, November 23, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; Harold Widener and Kenneth Reeves officiating; with interment with military honors in Mt. Zion Cemetery. The family will receive...
OBITUARY: Brenda Hill
Mrs. Brenda Hill, 67 of Holly Pond, passed away Friday, November 21, 2014 in Cullman.
She was born in Fulton County Georgia to John Andrew and Magdalaine Rebecca Cothran Satterfield.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Douglas Hill, grandson J.D. Hinds, son-in-law Jason Hinds.
Mrs....
OBITUARY: Bobby Ray McDuffee
Bobby Ray McDuffee passed away November 19, 2014 at Decatur Morgan Hospital. He was 35 years old.
Funeral Services will be held Sunday November 23, 2014 at East Battleground Baptist Church at 2 p.m.
He will lie in state at the church from 1 p.m. until...
OBITUARY: Billy Creel
Mr. Billy Creel, 79 of Arab, passed away on Saturday November 21, 2014, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Creel was born in Cullman County to William Joel and Lorene Bennefield Creel. He was predeceased by his parents. Mr. Creel is survived...
OBITUARY: Leonard “Don” Whitehead
Funeral service for Leonard 'Don' Whitehead, 66, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m., Sunday, November 23, 2014 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Pastor Emily Sparks officiating with interment in Fairview West Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Whitehead passed away...
OBITUARY: James David Weaver
Funeral services for James David Weaver, 84, of Cullman will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at 1 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; Perry Knight officiating; with interment with military honors in Good Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday...
OBITUARY: Mary Ann Baker
Graveside services for Mary Ann Baker, 88, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m., Friday, November 21st, at Cullman City Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Baker passed away Thursday, November 20, 2014 at Woodland Nursing Home....
Drop Box for Old Medication at Cullman Police Department
CULLMAN - If you have some old prescription drugs stored away at home, be sure to take advantage of the drug drop off box at the Cullman Police Department to dispose of unneeded, unused or outdated medications.
Sergeant David Nassetta said that the way the...
Littleville Blue Finds New Home
CULLMAN - If you are looking for one of a kind items and antiques, then look no further than Littleville Blue. Their work and eye for seeing the hidden potential in old items is truly something you need to see for yourself. They recently made...
Trauma Prevention Program Changes Lives
CULLMAN - The Trauma Prevention Program has come to a close for 2014 and will resume on February 7, 2015. The program was formed by the partnership of Cullman Regional Medical Center and the Cullman County District Court Offices in an effort to educate...
J.B. Pennington Holds Off Hard Charging St. Bernard
CULLMAN – J.B. Pennington claimed two victories on the hardwood this week over St. Bernard. The first was Monday night in Blountsville, with it being rather easy in a 72-28 Tiger runaway.
That was not the same story Friday night at St. Bernard's Fazi-Richard Athletic...
Cold Springs Survives Vinemont Challenge in Home Opener
COLD SPRINGS - Putting up 28 points in the second quarter to break a tie was the determining factor for the Cold Springs Eagles to hold off Vinemont Thursday night 69-63.
In playing for the first time under a newly designed floor at Jesse George...
Cold Springs Basketball Teams Score 68 Points Each to Open the Season in defeating Walker
JASPER - Agreeing to play in front of the student body along with an entertaining pep band, the Cold Springs Eagles never showed signs of either getting the best of them Tuesday afternoon.
The defending Cullman County tournament champion used the play of veterans Josh...
A Great Heart is Reflected On the Head
CULLMAN - On Thursday the principal, faculty and students of East Elementary witnessed heroic acts of courage and love when 12 boys and one custodian shaved their heads to show their support for classmate Hannah Dawson and her younger brother Kaeden. Ten-year-old Kaeden is...
Winterizing Your Car: Advice from Local Experts to Keep You Going All Winter Long
CULLMAN - It’s that time of year again, time to drag out the coats and sweaters and hunker down in a nice warm place. Hot chocolate sales are through the roof and children are wearing all sorts of toboggans, gloves and scarves. Most of...
Pastor Bussman Establishes a Non-profit Organization
CULLMAN - Pastor John Bussman at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church has just started a nonprofit organization called The Ends of the Earth Foundation. It is in its very early stages with plans of growth in the near future. “It’s based on Acts chapter 1,...
Independent Film: “Go With Le Flo”
HANCEVILLE - The Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers brought yet another engaging and entertaining film to Wallace State Community College called “Go With Le Flo”. The film was shown last Thursday evening and was accompanied by its filmmakers, Robyn Rosenkrantz and Michael Glover....
Georgia Woman with Connections to Many Cullman Folks
Harriett Elizabeth (Waldrop) Bush
CULLMAN - Believe it or not, even though she was a life-long citizen of Georgia, this little lady has a lot of grandchildren right here in Cullman County. Harriet Elizabeth Waldrop was born on October 15, 1843 in Henry, Georgia. Her...
OBITUARY: Harold Lee Oldacre
Funeral services for Harold Lee Oldacre, age 83 of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Billy Gable officiating. Interment will be in Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
OBITUARY: Alesia Nell Harris Cordes
Funeral Services for Alesia Nell Harris Cordes, age 53 of Crane Hill, will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Bethany Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery with Bro. Josh Pendergrass officiating. She will lie-in-state at the...
OBITUARY: Diane C. ShawHolly Pond Funeral Home
Diane C. Shaw, age 58, of Cullman (formerly Holly Pond) passed away early Tuesday morning. She was born in Pensacola, Florida to Rayburn and Ruth Bates Shaw.
Ms. Shaw was a member of First Baptist Church of Holly Pond and had worked as a bookkeeper....
Donate Food to Deplete Library Fines
CULLMAN - ‘Food for Fines’ is back at the Cullman County Public Library. This Monday, the library began taking donations of canned food items in place of library fines and the drive will continue until this Friday, November 22. The library will forgive $1.00...
Wallace State baseball has three sophomores ink with four-year institutions during early signing period
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State’s baseball team recently had three sophomores officially commit to play with four-year institutions during the early signing period.
Sophomore pitcher Chad Smith signed with Ole Miss, infielder Chris Blakey inked with UNA and pitcher Landon Hughes signed with Georgia Southern.
Smith becomes...
Jammin’ Out in Cullman County
CULLMAN - At the Agricultural Trade Center, the music was booming and feet were tapping as country and southern rock sounds filled the building. Saturday night was a fun time for all who attended and got to hear some quality good music. TG Sheppard,...
Community Women United in Prayer
CULLMAN - The goal of Community Women United in Prayer is to unite women and make them conscious of the mission statement of the group. The ladies hold their meetings in various church activity rooms from 10-11 a.m. where no dues or commitments are...
Cullman Pilot Club Selling Priester’s Pecans
CULLMAN - Looks like Priester’s Pecan season is here again. Usually around this time of year, the Cullman Pilot Club begins one of its annual fundraisers, which is providing Cullmanites the opportunity to purchase Priester’s Pecans. Kickoffs and falling leaves are complemented beautifully by...
Cullman Applebee’s Honors POW MIA Veterans
CULLMAN – The Cullman Applebee’s Restaurant loves our veterans. Last Tuesday on Veterans Day, not only did they feed our veterans for free all day, but they also allowed the American Legion and the ladies of the American Legion Auxiliary to perform a POW...
OBITUARY: Marie Tucker Keel
Marie Tucker Keel, age 80, passed peacefully from this life on November 16, 2014 at her home in Cullman, Alabama. She was born on September 12, 1934 in Cullman Alabama, to Walter M. and Ossie M. Tucker. Marie grew up in the Simcoe community...
OBITUARY: Jose Antonio Diaz
Funeral services for Jose Antonio Diaz, 82, of Hanceville will be held on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014 at 3 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; Larry Duke officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m.
Hanceville Funeral Home is...
OBITUARY: Inez Mercer Wilkins
Funeral services for Inez Mercer Wilkins, 85, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 19th, at Longview Church of God, Rev. Charles Irvin officiating with interment in Ebenezer Cemetery. Mrs. Wilkins will lie in state at the church from 10 a.m. until...
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT: Deborah Kay Graham
Memorial services for Deborah Kay Graham, 50, of Cullman, are incomplete at this time and will be given at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Graham passed away Monday, November 17, 2014 at her residence.
OBITUARY: Bess A. Oden
Funeral services for Bess A. Oden, 104, will be Wednesday, November 19, 2014 from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2014 Moss-Service Funeral Home.
Moss-Service Funeral Home is in...
Christ Lutheran Church Tornado Memorial Patio
CULLMAN - The Tornado Memorial Patio at Christ Lutheran Church is a tribute to the Cullman community’s strength following the devastating storms on April 27, 2011. It is open to the public for prayer and reflection.
The idea of the patio originated in Pastor Sandy...
City and State Officials Rally for Coal Jobs
CULLMAN - On a cold and windy Thursday morning, activists, senators, city officials and others gathered in front of City Hall to talk about the importance of coal. Speeches by Mayor Max Townson, Senator Paul Bussman (R) and Commissioner Jerry Oden spoke of jobs...
Donut Joe’s Promises Big Smiles, Hot Coffee and Fresh Donuts
CULLMAN - A new shop has opened its doors to the public recently, and the smell wafting in the air around it is absolutely heavenly. Raymond Earley and his wife opened their doors two weeks ago, and began distributing amazing fresh baked donuts and...
OBITUARY: Robert Earl Lange
Funeral service for Robert Earl Lange, 64, of Cullman will be at 7 p.m., Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Pastor John Jenkins officiating with interment in West Lawn Hillcrest Cemetery in Omaha, Nebraska.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the...
OBITUARY: William Paul “Bill” Peyton
Funeral services for Mr. William Paul "Bill" Peyton, age 82 of Cullman will be Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at 11 a.m. from Moss-Service Chapel, Rev. Deborah Moon officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Vernon cemetery.
Moss-Service Funeral Home directing.
Mr. Peyton passed away, Saturday at Hospice...
OBITUARY: Hilda Lavell Mow
Mrs. Hilda Lavell Mow passed away November 14, 2014 at her residence. She was 92 years old. Funeral services will be held Monday November 17, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Mow will lie...
OBITUARY: Pearlie Opaline Harper
Pearlie Opaline Harper, age 89 of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014 at Woodland Village Nursing Home. Funeral services will be Monday, Nov. 17, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Northside Baptist Church, lie in state from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m.;...
OBITUARY: Marie B. Green
Mrs. Marie B. Green passed away November 14, 2014 at Cullman Health Care Center. She was 77 Years old.
Funeral Services will be held November 17, 2014 at Moss Service Chapel at 11 a.m. with interment at Hopewell Cemetery.
She is survived by, Sons: Jason Green...
OBITUARY: Ima Bonds
A Memorial Service for Ima Bonds, age 91 of Vinemont, will be on Sunday, November 16, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Bonds passed away on Friday, November 14, 2014 at Cullman Health...
OBITUARY: Larry Jack McNabb
Funeral Services for Mr. Larry Jack McNabb, age 57 of Cullman will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at Center Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery, with Bro. Stanley Kilgore officiating. He will lie-in-state at the...
3rd Annual Strides Walk Set for Saturday
CULLMAN - This Saturday, November 15, the Cullman Community Lions Club is hosting the 3rd Annual Strides Walk at Heritage Park. The walk begins at 10 a.m., however, registration begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday.
Laurita Hogland, member of the Cullman Community Lions Club and chairperson...
Red Cross Offers Classes on How to Make a Disaster-Ready Kit
CULLMAN - The American Red Cross is offering free classes and demonstrations in preparing emergency disaster-ready kits for the public. Local churches, companies and organizations are welcome to contact the local Red Cross office to set up a demonstration by calling 256-734-0921.
Disaster Mental Health/Community Educator...
CRMC Earns Recognition from The Joint Commission
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional Medical Center today announced it has been recognized as 2013 Top Performer on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in the United States.
“Delivering the right treatment in the right way at the right...
OBITUARY: Marc Miller, Sr.
Marc Miller, Sr. passed away Sunday, November 9 at his home. Born October 23, 1932 to Willie Mandy Patterson Miller and Arthur Leo Miller. Mr. Miller attended Cullman Elementary and Cullman High School. In high school he worked for The Cullman Banner and for...
OBITUARY: Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby
Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby, age 90 of Cullman will be 11 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2014 at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Revs. James Peyton and Hughlen Murphree officiating.
Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. She will lie in state at the...
OBITUARY: Sister Mary Stella Williams
Funeral Mass for Sister Mary Stella Williams, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2014 at Sacred Heart Monastery Chapel with Abbot Cletus, OSB officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Sister Mary Stella passed away on...
OBITUARY: Mary Ellen Morris
Funeral services for Mary Ellen Morris, age 81 of Vinemont, will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Vernon Willis and Chad Allbright officiating. Interment will be in Ebenezer Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is...
OBITUARY: Edward Lawrence Smith
Funeral services for Edward Lawrence Smith, 56, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m., Thursday, November 13th, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating with interment in Cullman Memory Gardens.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Smith passed away Monday,...
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT: Sonja Faye Walker
Memorial services for Sonja Faye Walker, 70, of Vinemont are incomplete and will be given at a later date.
Mrs. Walker passed away Wednesday evening, November 12, 2014 at her residence.
Be Winter Aware: Keep Your Pets Safe This Winter
CULLMAN - Last winter was one of the coldest on record for Alabama. Multiple polar vortexes caused higher than average snowfall and temperatures were well below freezing. Add to that a wind chill that was in the negatives, and you have a recipe for...
OBITUARY: Marc Miller, Sr.
Marc Miller, Sr. passed away Sunday, November 9 at his home. Born October 23, 1932 to Willie Mandy Patterson Miller and Arthur Leo Miller. Mr. Miller attended Cullman Elementary and Cullman High School. In high school he worked for The Cullman Banner and for...
OBITUARY: Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby
Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby, age 90 of Cullman will be 11 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2014 at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Revs. James Peyton and Hughlen Murphree officiating.
Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. She will lie in state at the...
OBITUARY: Sister Mary Stella Williams
Funeral Mass for Sister Mary Stella Williams, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2014 at Sacred Heart Monastery Chapel with Abbot Cletus, OSB officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Sister Mary Stella passed away on...
OBITUARY: Mary Ellen Morris
Funeral services for Mary Ellen Morris, age 81 of Vinemont, will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Vernon Willis and Chad Allbright officiating. Interment will be in Ebenezer Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is...
OBITUARY: Edward Lawrence Smith
Funeral services for Edward Lawrence Smith, 56, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m., Thursday, November 13th, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating with interment in Cullman Memory Gardens.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Smith passed away Monday,...
Remembering Our Heroes
CULLMAN - East Elementary School held their Veterans Day program on last Thursday for students, faculty, staff, parents and community members to attend with an especially moving presentation called the White Table Ceremony. Cullman County 4-H Agent Assistant, Mrs. Raydonna Sims, narrated the presentation...
Veterans Day Program Educates and Inspires
HANCEVILLE - Hanceville Elementary School presented their “Symbols of Freedom” Veterans Day Program on November 7, 2014. The elementary students sponsored the event and invited everyone to come salute the veterans and thank them for their service.
The symbols of freedom in America presented at...
Cullman Christian School Hosts Annual Holiday Auction
CULLMAN - The 6th Annual Holiday Auction for Cullman Christian School was held at Loft 212 on Friday evening. This annual fundraising event included a full dinner, live auction, silent auction and several creative games to play and win excellent prizes. The fundraiser was...
Red Door Emporium – Art, Café and Community
CULLMAN - Cullman is now home to a very unique place; a place where you can find delicious food, amazing coffees, fantastic artwork and all sorts of gifts which were all made right here in Alabama. What makes this place even extra special is...
Peoples Bank Of Alabama Announces Tim Williams, New Bank President
CULLMAN - Peoples Bank of Alabama (PBAL) announces Tim Williams has been elected to serve as the new President and the newest member of the Board of Directors.
“Our board is excited to have Tim lead our bank into a new era, where industry challenges...
H.O.P.E. Hosts Ride and Run to Benefit Special Needs Riders
CULLMAN - The cold weather may have dampened the crowd, but not the spirit of the participants of the Ride and Run to Benefit the organization H.O.P.E. (Horses Offering People Encouragement). Equine enthusiasts from across the area came together to help spread awareness about...
Werner’s Trading Company Now Offers Bike Rentals at Reasonable Rates
CULLMAN - Cullman is a beautiful area that is worth exploring; our beautiful town, parks and wooded areas make this a great place to explore. A great way to explore is to get outside and get some exercise through bicycling. This has become a...
Mayor Proclaims “Strides Walk for Diabetes Awareness Day”
CULLMAN - On Monday, November 10, 2014, Mayor Townson signed a proclamation declaring November 15, 2014, “Strides Walk for Diabetes Awareness Day” in the City of Cullman.
The 3rd annual “Strides” event, sponsored by the Cullman Community Lions Club, will begin at 10 a.m. on...
OBITUARY: Peggy Humpries Randolph
Mrs. Peggy Humpries Randolph, age 89, of Brooklyn, passed away Monday afternoon in Woodland Village, Cullman, AL.
She was born to E.B. and Beulah Watson Humphries in Cullman County, Alabama. Mrs. Randolph was predeceased by her parents; husband, Dexter Randolph; son, Jerry Randolph; three brothers...
Parachutes, Vintage Planes and Civil War Reenactors Galore!
CULLMAN - Area veterans were treated like royalty and honored at Saturday’s Veterans Day Celebration at Sportsman Lake Park. The event was bigger than ever before and many came out to pay tribute to all the brave men and women who served our country...
Corey Harbison Looks Forward to New Journey
CULLMAN - Corey Harbison was sworn in on Wednesday evening at the Cullman County Courthouse after being elected as the Alabama State House Representative for District 12. Before the official business took place, Harbison said, “I appreciate everybody coming. I look forward to being...
The Honorable Randall Shedd Takes the Oath of Office
HANCEVILLE - Randall Shedd, Alabama Representative, took the Oath of Office last Wednesday morning at Wallace State Community College. The event took place on the twelfth floor of the Bailey Center, which is the tallest building on campus.
The Wallace State Jazz Band, under the...
Applebee’s First Week Equals Huge Success and Business Boom for the Cullman Area
CULLMAN - Unless you have been living under a rock the past few months, then chances are you have seen or heard about the new Applebee’s restaurant that has made its new home in Cullman. Opening at the beginning of this past week, the...
Fatback Pig Project – Respect the Pig
EVA - Recently, folks from all parts of Cullman County loaded a bus and traveled to the Fatback Pig Project Processing Plant. The trip was part of the 2014 Pasture to Plate Tour, which celebrates Cullman’s rich agricultural heritage.
Fatback Pig Project Processing Plant, located...
OBITUARY: Tommy Joe Williams
Funeral services for Tommy Joe Williams, 77, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, November 9th, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, grandson Rev. Cory Drummond officiating with interment in Ebenezer Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Williams passed away Friday,...
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT: Martha Anne Clark
Memorial services for Martha Anne Clark, 41, of Cullman are incomplete and will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Clark passed away Friday, November 7, 2014 at her residence.
Hike, Bike or Trike from Ardmore to Atmore and on to Mobile to Benefit Hope House Orphanage in Honduras
CULLMAN - On Saturday, November 8, 2014, Cullman’s own Tony Camardella will be participating in an awareness/fundraiser walk entitled, Shining a Light on Hope Hike, Bike & Trike from Ardmore to Atmore - then on to Mobile. The money raised during this event will...
Same Great Wings and Awesome New Owners
CULLMAN - The Downtown Grill has been a staple around Cullman for quite some time. It’s simple, but delicious diner food has kept its doors open for years. It has been the place to eat before a big game, or just to grab a...
Warm Coats and Loads of Candy
CULLMAN - Destiny Church held their first ‘Coats and Candy’ ministry outreach on Saturday, November 1. The day went off without a hitch and the church family looks forward to making it an annual event for the Cullman community to enjoy. Destiny has been...
Shakespeare is Alive at Wallace State Community College
HANCEVILLE - Show times started yesterday and will end this Sunday, November 9 as the Wallace State Community College theatre program performs their version of one of Shakespeare’s masterpieces, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”.
The performances will be at 7 p.m. tonight, and will move up...
OBITUARY: Mark Vann Hill
Funeral services for Mark Vann Hill, 60, of Garden City will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; with interment in Garden City Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 9...
OBITUARY: William Elbert Anderson
William Elbert Anderson, 71, was born October 30, 1943 and passed away on November 5, 2014.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 07, 2014 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on...
OBITUARY: Ann Ovell Jones
Ann Ovell Jones, 83, passed away on November 6, 2014.
Visitation will be Sunday, November 09, 2014 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home.
A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 09, 2014 at Crossroads Cemetery, located...
OBITUARY: Candace Sue Southard
A graveside service for Candace Sue Southard, age 57 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, November 7, 2014 at Etha Baptist Church Cemetery with interment immediately following. No visitation is planned.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Southard passed...
OBITUARY: Charles Allen Mayo
Charles Allen Mayo, age 66, passed way November 5, 2014 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Funeral services will be held Saturday November 8, 2014 at Moss Service Chapel at 1 p.m., with Chris Mayo officiating.
Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m, with interment...
OBITUARY: Lou Wayne Widner
Lou Wayne Widner, 79 of Oneonta, formerly of Eva, went to be with her Heavenly Father on November 6, 2014. She was the daughter of Clarence and Zola Patton and the wife of L.C. (Pete) Widner.
She is preceded in death by her husband and...
DEATH NOTICE: Mr. Charles Smith
Mr. Charles Smith, age 65, of Rock Springs Community in Blount County, passed away late afternoon Thursday, November 6, 2014 at his home. Arrangements and obituary will be posted after meeting with his family Friday afternoon.
Veterans Day Celebration In Cullman
CULLMAN - Thanks to the efforts of a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, the city of Cullman will be hosting its largest ever Veterans Day Celebration this Saturday, November 8.
“This is about the 10-12 year we’ve had the celebration,” says former Col. Ken Brown....
Christmas is Coming to Cullman
CULLMAN - Christmas is always a magical time of year for everyone. Christmas gifts, hot cocoa, lights and, of course, Santa! All of these things and more will be found at this year’s upcoming Christmas in Cullman event, and shopping sales all around town...
New Exhibit Features Primitive Cigar Box Instruments
HANCEVILLE - The art of creating musical instruments out of common household objects dates back to before the Civil War. Around 100 examples of that art is now on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville.
The History of...
Two-time national champion Wallace State softball ready to host USSSA Pride professional team at Heritage Park on Tuesday night
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State softball is ready to be the first ever junior college team to host the USSSA Florida Pride professional team. The Lions, who have won a pair of NJCAA Division I national championships, play the USSSA Pride on Tuesday at 7...
JV GIRLS: Hartselle doubles up West Point, Cold Springs tops Holly Pond in close contest
WEST POINT - In a double dip of junior varsity girls action, Hartselle and West Point tangled in game one and was followed by Cold Springs and Holly Pond.
Both Hartselle and West Point got off to a sluggish start in the first quarter with...
