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...
2014 Community Health Fair – A First for Local Church
CULLMAN - On Saturday, Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church held its first annual Community Health Fair. The event offered many free services such as blood glucose, blood pressure and body composition screenings. It also offered free flu shots and cholesterol vouchers to redeem at Cullman...
Help Your Pet Treat Their Allergies
CULLMAN - Various dog allergies can be a bother to you and your furry friend. Dr. Christi Chesnut at Holly Pond Animal Clinic and Dr. Susie Dickerson at Northside Veterinary Hospital have tips and suggestions about how to keep your dog treated for their...
Farm-City Celebration: Food and Fun
CULLMAN - The 2014 Farm-City Celebration kicked off in August and has continued throughout the year with its involvement in festivals, parades and fairs with events still to come such as tours, geocaching, a sweet potato cook-off and a finale banquet!
Farm-City Executive Committee Chair,...
OBITUARY: Mary Jayne Knab
Funeral services for Mary Jayne Knab, 69, of Cullman will be held on Friday, November 7, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; Bo Marks and Ricky Carr officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Hanceville...
OBITUARY: Bobby Joe Leonard
Funeral services for Bobby Joe Leonard, age 75, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with David Chambers officiating. Interment will be in Center Grove Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of...
OBITUARY: Grady Junior Mattox
Funeral service for Grady Junior Mattox, 70, of Vinemont will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 at West Point First Baptist Church with interment in Corinth West Cemetery, Revs. Delwin Kilgo and Steve Rodgers officiating. The body will lie in state at...
OBITUARY: Nellie Baggett Barnes
Graveside services for Nellie Barnes, 91 of Fairview will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday November 5, 2014 at First Baptist Church in Fairview, with Dr. David Chambers officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Barnes died Saturday November 1 at Cullman...
OBITUARY: Mr. Larry Carlton Thomas
Mr. Larry Carlton Thomas of Cullman passed away November 1, 2014 at CRMC.
He was 69 years old. Funeral services will be held Nov. 4, 2014 at Moss Service Chapel at 1:00 p.m. with interment at Duck River Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday evening from...
OBITUARY: Mrs. Peggy B. Tucker
Graveside services for Mrs. Peggy B. Tucker, age 80, of Decatur will be Sunday, November 2, 2014 at Valley Springs Cemetery.
Mrs. Tucker passed away Friday, October 31 at CRMC.
She is survived by her husband; Donald Tucker, sons; John (Lisa) Tucker and Joel Tucker, and...
Bearcats Outstandingly Shut Out Russellville for Senior Night Win
CULLMAN - The Cullman Bearcats (5-5) had an explosive victory over the Russellville Tigers (8-2) after a series of losses for the Bearcats. No matter how hard Russellville’s offense tried to move the ball down the field and their defense tried to contain the...
Poll Workers: Who Are They And What Do They Do?
CULLMAN - Election Day is right around the corner and as we prepare to go out and cast our votes, there are others who are gearing up to take their proper places at designated polling locations throughout the area. Who are these poll workers...
Ghosts and Princesses and Ninjas, Oh My!
CULLMAN – The families of the therapeutic recreation program were all dressed up this Halloween and having a great time at Stone Bridge Farms. Special needs individuals and their families brought the house down Friday night in a beautiful venue with lots of goodies...
Wallace State’s volleyball team captures 6th consecutive ACCC tournament championship
HANCEVILLE – No conference opponent was able to beat Wallace State’s volleyball team in a single game this season, let alone a match. Nothing changed in the Alabama Community College Conference/District 0 & P tournament.
Top-seeded Wallace State cruised to three convincing victories and earned...
Scholarship Luncheon Raises Huge Funds for Students
HANCEVILLE – The 10th Annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction gathered a total of $199,504 in scholarship funds this year at the Tom Drake Coliseum. The funds go to Wallace State students, dual enrollment students and other projects. The funds are provided by the...
Crowd of Zombies Gather for a Good Cause
CULLMAN - The 2nd Annual Zombie Crawl was just the right event if you are a Walking Dead fan, but it also raised much needed funds for two worthy causes, Mental Healthcare of Cullman and Victim Services of Cullman. The Zombie Crawl offered a...
Children to Learn Robotics in Preparation for Future Careers
CULLMAN - Last Monday, a special announcement was made regarding 5th grade students in the Cullman County school system. Lego toys will become part of the classroom curriculum and soon children will be able to learn as they play. Lego Education enables children to work...
Stamp Out Breast Cancer
CULLMAN – On Friday, October 4, the Cullman Post Office kicked off their Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Event with the office and its employees all decked out in pink. During the month of October, every Friday is “Pink Out Friday” where all of the...
Better Job, Better Pay, Better Hurry!
Cullman Author Robin Cummings Shares His Knowledge in a New Book
CULLMAN - Robin Cummings, long time banker and esteemed member of the Cullman community, has recently written a book about important life lessons. His book, “Better Job, Better Pay, Better Hurry!”, was written with...
Cullman City Fire Department Approved for New Fire Rescue Equipment
CULLMAN – Chief Edward Reinhardt at the Cullman City Fire Department has requested to purchase new fire rescue equipment from the HGAC bid list. The Cullman City Council voted on this request last night at the City Hall meeting and granted approval.
One request was...
H.O.P.E. Event to Honor Evelyn Burrow
CULLMAN - This Saturday, November 1 starting at 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., at the Horses Offering People Encouragement (H.O.P.E.) location at 1301 Convent Road NE, there will be a massive event to honor Cullman community benefactor Evelyn Burrow.
Registering for the event begins at...
Steele Orchard Becomes The Boogie Man’s Barn For Halloween
WEST POINT – Beginning last Friday October 23 at 7:00 p.m. Steele Orchard is having its 4th Annual Boogie Man’s Barn. The cost is $12 per person and Linda Steele, owner of the establishment, says it is up to the parents how old the...
West Point Quarterback Club Fundraiser
WEST POINT - This Saturday, November 1 in the West Point Middle School lunchroom, the West Point Quarterback Club will be holding an event to raise money for the program. The event, this being in its 24th year, will start at 6 p.m., according...
Grants to assist with improvements in three north Alabama counties
MONTGOMERY - Community Development Block Grants totaling $1.47 million awarded by Gov. Robert Bentley will help make improvements and upgrades in St. Clair, Blount and Cullman counties.
The governor awarded grants to three communities in Cullman County: The city of Cullman is receiving a $450,000...
Robots, Kids and Lots of Fun and Competition!
HANCEVILLE – Schools from all over North Alabama gathered at Wallace State’s coliseum on Friday to compete for the title of BEST Robotics Team. BEST - Boosting Engineering Science and Technology, is designed to excite students about science, technology and engineering through a hands-on,...
Old Fashioned Fun Down on the Farm
CULLMAN – The annual Peinhardt Farm Day was held this Saturday at the Peinhardt Living History Farm. Between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., the public was able to visit the farm and browse all the different activities scattered out over the 40 acres of...
JROTC Program Builds Confidence and Teaches Responsibility
VINEMONT – The Junior ROTC Program at the Cullman Area Career Center has taken off in just its third year. Colonel Bud Jones and Sergeant Chad Ullery teach sophomores, juniors and seniors in high school the qualities of citizenship, leadership, responsibility and physical training.
The...
Compton’s Veterinary Clinic Makes New Home Beautiful
CULLMAN – On Highway 31, there is a house that has been a home and place of business to establishments like the Candle Garden for many years. Recently, however, new ownership has transformed this beautiful building into a sanctuary for the pets of Cullman...
Dream Home Outlet: Get the Home of Your Dreams
CULLMAN – If you are looking for the home of your dreams, you may want to take a short drive out to the new Dream Home Outlet. Locally owned and operated, Dream Home Outlet offers you the best in manufactured homes at a price...
Substation Power Outage Impacts Both City and County Residents
CULLMAN - A power outage is currently affecting residents living in the eastern portion of Cullman city and sporadic locations throughout the county.
Cullman Power Board Director Mime Manning said the substation is jointly operated by the CPB and Cullman Electric Cooperative.
"On our end (CPB)...
Preliminary renovations cost to Dafford Smith Stadium estimated at $2.7 million
FAIRVIEW – In a press releases issued by Cullman County Schools superintendent Dr. Craig A. Ross, the structural assessment of the Dafford Smith Stadium, conducted by Advance Structural Design Inc., has returned a with an estimated renovation cost of $2.7 million.
“We appreciate the work...
Seasonal Sippers: The Perfect Pumpkin Punch
Although summer-fresh, mint-and-pineapple, Mojito and Bahama Mama memories linger, autumn’s arrival brings more than just changes to temperature and colors; it’s time to redecorate your cocktail considerations, too. Fall presents powerful views of earth tone sunsets visible from almost any back porch – and...
Hanceville’s Haunted House Scares the Community!…and Benefits a Great Cause
HANCEVILLE – Deep in the heart of Hanceville something very strange, utterly bizarre and downright creepy is going on. Down on Commercial Street, behind the old Armory, spooky things are going on inside that will make your hair stand on end. Ear piercing screams...
Bosom Buddies Pink 5K Raises Spirits
CULLMAN – It was the perfect fall day, cool and sunny. It was a great day for being outside, and taking a short stretch of legs by running 5 kilometers. The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation and supporters could not have asked for a...
Superintendent Dr. Craig Ross Breaks Down Garden City Elementary’s Current State
CULLMAN - Cullman County Schools superintendent Dr. Craig Ross addressed the current state of Garden City Elementary, including cost breakdown, in a press release issued Wednesday afternoon.
Below is the complete press release from Dr. Ross:
The structural assessment of Garden City was done by Advance...
Good Hope takes its third straight County Middle School Football Title
GOOD HOPE – No Matt Dixon, no problem for the Good Hope Raiders. With Dixon unable to play in Monday's Cullman County middle school championship due to flu-like symptoms, his teammates picked up the slack in very impressive fashion.
Austin Knight rushed for 114 yards...
CPD Investigating Deadly Train Collision with Unidentified Male
CULLMAN – An official with the Cullman Police Department confirmed this morning that an unidentified male was struck and killed on the train tracks, just north of Arnold Street close to the Train Depot.
According to the official, the incident occurred between 12:45 a.m. and...
Getting to Know Destiny Church
CULLMAN – After serving as the Associate Pastors of Destiny Church in 1999, Fred and Janice Rivers became the Senior Pastors in 2001. The church family at Destiny is made up of people from all different backgrounds. They are an interdenominational church with casual...
Alabama Gourd Festival Draws Vendors Nationally
Vendors From Across the Country Show Off Work at Art Show
CULLMAN – Many of us in the area know what a gourd is. We have seen them used as bird houses probably at one point or another, or perhaps used as a festive decoration....
Bosom Buddies Sells Signs to Help Local Cancer Patients
CULLMAN – All throughout the month of October, pink is a color you see everywhere. Businesses and residents alike show their support by donning the pink ribbon in support of breast cancer awareness. There are many great charities that you can donate to and...
Heartwarming Victory for Hanceville Bulldogs
HANCEVILLE – The Hanceville Bulldogs overcame the Holly Pond Broncos not only to make the win a homecoming victory but an emotional one as well when Shawn Anderton, who had been in a severe accident causing his body to be paralyzed, walked across the...
Ride in Style at 278 Auto Wash and Detail
CULLMAN – At 17 years old and a junior in high school, Nathan Haynes has operated his own business, 278 Auto Wash and Detail, since July of this year.
As a former employee in fast food, Nathan said, “I like being my own boss.”
While most...
Cullman Gets a Taste of Ireland
The Irish Chipper Opens
CULLMAN – Cullman is getting a taste of Ireland with the opening of The Irish Chipper. This charming new restaurant is located downtown, next to The Downtown Grill, and is open for lunch.
Owners Doris and Martin Merriman are pleased to bring...
Help Protect Wildlife in Your Own Backyard
(StatePoint) There’s nothing like spending time outdoors in the woods. With some simple steps, you can make your woodlands a paradise for flora and fauna by creating a space for wildlife to thrive.
“As most of America’s forests are owned privately, landowners play a key...
Legendary Locals of Cullman County
Cullman’s Historic Figures Are Featured
CULLMAN – Cullman has a rich history, and to help spread knowledge of our grand history, a new book has been written. “Legendary Locals of Cullman County,” written by Kay Cagle and Greg Richter, takes a look at many notable...
Warm Drinks for the Fall
CULLMAN – The weather is starting to cool, so it’s time for your favorite fall drinks. Get creative this fall with the best warm drinks and enjoy them all day.
How do you start your mornings? Sometimes, there’s nothing better than a steaming cup of...
Cullman Police Department Approved for Body Cameras and Tahoes
CULLMAN – The Cullman City Police Department will be receiving about 35 body cameras and six Tahoes after a requests for approval from the Cullman City Council was authorized Monday evening.
Police Chief Kenny Culpepper requested to purchase body cameras with video management, storage and...
“And They Call it Puppy Love…”
Animal Assisted Therapy Program Visits Nursing Home Residents
CULLMAN – Recently, eight dogs spent their afternoon at Cullman Health & Rehab Center for an animal assisted therapy program with the residents.
Joyce with Comfort Care Hospice joined our group of volunteers while Melinda with Cullman Health...
October 20 Deadline for Voter Registration Approaching
MONTGOMERY – Secretary of State Jim Bennett today (Friday) reminded Alabama residents that October 20 is the deadline to register to vote for the November 4 General Election.
Eligible non-voters may download a registration form online at www.alabamavotes.gov to mail to their local boards of...
Cold Springs continues its dominance in Cullman County Cross Country
COLD SPRINGS – For a decade, the sport of cross country running from the high school perspective in Cullman County has been controlled by Cold Springs.
In showing their strength when it comes to the county championship meet, the Lady Eagles and Eagles continued their...
Hartselle Tigers Shut Out Cullman Bearcats
HARTSELLE – The long-time heated rivalry between Cullman and Hartselle seemed to have hindered the Bearcats’ performance with a devastating loss to the Tigers after a well-played game against Athens last week. The final score of the night was 28-0, Hartselle dominating with their...
Cullman with Outstanding Recoveries for Homecoming Victory
CULLMAN – The Bearcats really stepped up their A-game this week with a 28-7 homecoming victory against the Athens Eagles.
The Bearcats received the opening kickoff and were able to carry the ball with a series of carries and passes down the field to score...
