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    Warm Drinks for the Fall

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    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

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    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…”

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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...

    Fall is More Fun at 4D Farms

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    Local Farm Offers Unique Fun at Affordable Prices   WELTI – It was a typical lazy Saturday in the Sparks’ household. Lounging around with morning cartoons and trying to recover from the week’s events. On this particular Saturday, however, I got the urge to get outside,...

    A Flurry of Fur

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    Hundfest at Oktoberfest   CULLMAN – The final Saturday of Oktoberfest brought many events to Cullman including the Hundfest at Depot Park for a full day of dog activities. Registration began at 9 a.m. and the races were kicked off at 10 a.m. starting with the...

    Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme

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    North Alabama Agriplex Teaches How to Cook With Herbs   CULLMAN – Recently, the North Alabama Agriplex held an informative and very delicious program, which taught all about herbs. The eager participants learned about many different herbs, but focused mainly on stevia, lemongrass, basil and oregano. Director...

    Fall Fashion: A New Season Means New Fashion Trends

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    CULLMAN – Fall is here and that means your fashion will need to be up to speed with the fast approaching weather changes. Boutiques such as Bessie Mae, Bella Faire, Natural Selections and What a Girl Wants are already prepared for the fall season...

    MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL: Lady Raiders cap off season by winning Middle School Volleyball Championship

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    FAIRVIEW – Coming in as the No. 1 seed in the middle school division, the Good Hope Lady Raiders capped off a fine 2014 campaign by winning the Cullman County Tournament Monday evening without dropping a set in three assignments.   Good Hope downed Vinemont in...

    JV VOLLEYBALL: West Point takes County Junior Varsity title

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    FAIRVIEW – On a day with the top two seeds being eliminated in the semifinal round, West Point rose to the top and claimed the Samantha Perdue/Cullman County junior varsity tournament championship Monday night at Joe Shults Gymnasium.   It was an accomplishment by the Lady...

    JV VOLLEYBALL: West Point takes County Junior Varsity title

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    FAIRVIEW – On a day with the top two seeds being eliminated in the semifinal round, West Point rose to the top and claimed the Samantha Perdue/Cullman County junior varsity tournament championship Monday night at Joe Shults Gymnasium.   It was an accomplishment by the Lady...

    MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL: Lady Raiders cap off season by winning Middle School Volleyball Championship

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      FAIRVIEW – Coming in as the No. 1 seed in the middle school division, the Good Hope Lady Raiders capped off a fine 2014 campaign by winning the Cullman County Tournament Monday evening without dropping a set in three assignments.   Good Hope downed Vinemont in...

    Rope ‘Em, Cowgirl!

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    Annual Girlfriend Gala Wrangles in Donations for United Way of Cullman County   CULLMAN – On Thursday night, the ladies of Cullman donned their best boots and cowgirl hats for the 4th Annual Girlfriend Gala. This year’s theme for the gala was Cowgirls for a Cause...

    Fair Fun: Taking a Walk Through the Cullman County Fair

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    CULLMAN – Lights flash on thrilling rides, children squeal with excitement and the smell of fried fair food fills the air. Every sight, scent and sound brings a unique experience while visiting the Cullman County Fair. The amusements, entertainment, food and exhibits mean there...

    The Creators Place Offers Natural Remedies in Downtown Cullman

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    CULLMAN – The Creators Place held its grand opening last Friday afternoon. This unique store is located in downtown Cullman across from First Community Bank. It carries everything from herbs to jewelry and certainly has something for all ages and styles.   The Creators Place offers...

    Get Your Pets Blessed!

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    Grace Episcopal Church Holds Annual Blessing of the Animals   CULLMAN – Grace Episcopal Church will hold its annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday afternoon, October 5, 2014 at 2 p.m.  This is open to the public and all those with pets are invited to attend. Be...

    Come Spend An Evening with James Spann

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    CULLMAN – If you are looking to spend a magical evening with a state celebrity and hero, then you should be at the Cullman Civic Center on October 10. Sardis Baptist Church has put together an evening to remember with good food, fellowship and...

    Good Hope Pharmacy Opens

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    GOOD HOPE – Good Hope Pharmacy is officially open! Located on Highway 69 in north Good Hope, this pharmacy offers a little bit of everything to the citizens of Good Hope and beyond.   This pharmacy is owned by brothers Kiah and Patrick Brown and their...

    How to Prepare Your Home for the Coming Cold Season

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    CULLMAN – Fall is a wonderful time of year in Alabama. Temperatures are at their mildest, and it is the perfect time to get some much needed work done to your home. It is also the perfect time to get things squared away for...

    How to Prepare Your Home for the Coming Cold Season

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    CULLMAN – Fall is a wonderful time of year in Alabama. Temperatures are at their mildest, and it is the perfect time to get some much needed work done to your home. It is also the perfect time to get things squared away for...

    How to Prepare Your Home for the Coming Cold Season

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    CULLMAN – Fall is a wonderful time of year in Alabama. Temperatures are at their mildest, and it is the perfect time to get some much needed work done to your home. It is also the perfect time to get things squared away for...

    Cullman Fights Hunger

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    VISTA AmeriCorps Members Serve at the North Alabama Agriplex   CULLMAN – The North Alabama Agriplex recently received a grant for their Food for Life program, which has brought AmeriCorps VISTA participants to serve here in Cullman.  These good Samaritans are working with the Agriplex to...

    American Protein and the Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc. Donate $75,000 to Garden City Elementary School

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    GARDEN CITY - Cullman County Superintendent Dr. Craig Ross announced today that American Protein and the Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc. donate $75,000 to Garden City Elementary school.   "As the superintendent of Cullman County Schools I want to publically thank American Protein and the...

    Fire at Unused Concession Stand on Campus

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    HANCEVILLE – Hanceville Fire Department responded to a self-contained fire at an unused concession stand at the old soccer field on the Wallace State campus Saturday morning.   Wallace State campus police officer Shane Drake noticed smoke from the building at around 8:10 a.m. It is...

    Riders Against Texting

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    CULLMAN – Technology today is a remarkable thing. We can make a call, send an email or take a photograph at any time and in any place. They have brought people closer, and made life easier in so many ways. There is, however, another...

    Fire at Unused Concession Stand on Campus

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    HANCEVILLE – Hanceville Fire Department responded to a self-contained fire at an unused concession stand at the old soccer field on the Wallace State campus Saturday morning.   Wallace State campus police officer Shane Drake noticed smoke from the building at around 8:10 a.m. It is...

    Cullman District Judge Kim Chaney elected as President of AADCP

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    CULLMAN – Cullman District Judge Kim Chaney was elected President of Alabama Association of Drug Court Professionals at their last conference in Montgomery Alabama.   “I am very proud and honored to have been selected to serve this Association and will continue to work to help...

    Cullman District Judge Kim Chaney elected as President of AADCP

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    CULLMAN – Cullman District Judge Kim Chaney was elected President of Alabama Association of Drug Court Professionals at their last conference in Montgomery Alabama.   “I am very proud and honored to have been selected to serve this Association and will continue to work to help...

    Flu Shot Clinics Offer Affordable Vaccinations

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    CULLMAN – In and around the Cullman area, there will be several flu shot clinics that will be offering flu shots to the public for more than reasonable prices. Flu season will be here before we know it, in fact, a few cases have...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cold Springs takes two at West Point

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    WEST POINT – No. 4 ranked Cold Springs got tested Tuesday in a volleyball tri-match at Jim Boyd Gymnasium on the West Point campus. The Lady Eagles were taken into a tiebreaking set with Fairview and West Point, coming through when it was necessary.   Cold...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cold Springs takes two at West Point

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    WEST POINT – No. 4 ranked Cold Springs got tested Tuesday in a volleyball tri-match at Jim Boyd Gymnasium on the West Point campus. The Lady Eagles were taken into a tiebreaking set with Fairview and West Point, coming through when it was necessary.   Cold...

    Middle School Raiders Extend Winning Streak to 18 Games

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    GOOD HOPE – Homecoming was celebrated by Good Hope Middle School Monday night at James Shabel Stadium.   The Raiders defeated the Hanceville Bulldogs 32-12 in a battle of county undefeated teams. Good Hope displayed balance on offense with 152 yards on the ground and 149...

    Funding Food for Families: Secret Meals Help Children in Need

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    CULLMAN – Every year in Alabama, as many as 450,000 children will require free lunches in our school systems due to low income. Many children depend on the two meals they receive from schools, and struggle on weekends when food is not always guaranteed....

    CRMC’s ONE Rehab now a SilverSneakers site

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    CULLMAN — Cullman Regional Medical Center’s (CRMC) ONE Rehab, Fitness & Sports Medicine is now a participating SilverSneakers site. The SilverSneakers Fitness program is a fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Addison shuts out Hanceville 13-0 in battle of the Bulldogs

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    HANCEVILLE – Addison now has a victory against each team in the Cullman County school system on the football field.   A 13-0 shutout of the Hanceville Bulldogs Friday night is the first by Addison in this series that resumed for the first time since 1951...

    West Point Celebrates 50 Years of High School Football

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    Football, Fundraising and Fun for All Ages   WEST POINT – Last Friday, West Point High School celebrated 50 years of football by honoring the original team of 1964 at the beginning of that night’s football game against Pope John Paul II. The folks in and...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope gets the win 28-7 over J.B. Pennington

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    GOOD HOPE – The Good Hope Raiders put a W in the win column by defeating the J. B. Pennington Tigers 28-7.The Tigers had the only score in the first quarter on a one yard run from Brandon Butts, The PAT was good and...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Etowah rushed Fairview 40-20

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    CULLMAN – The Fairview Aggies played host to the Etowah Blue Devils Friday night at Oliver Woodard Stadium, Fairview’s home field for the 2014 season, but the Blue Devils had no intention of being gracious guests as they racked up 500+ yards on the...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman Bearcats off to a Modest Start in First 6A Season

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    DECATUR – The Cullman Bearcats were able to up their season record to 2-2 (1-1, 6A, Region 8) when they overpowered the Austin Black Bears with a 13-7 victory.   The Bearcats were able to achieve the upper hand early on in the first quarter of...

    Winning streak continues for Good Hope Middle School football program

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    HOLLY POND – Good Hope is the reigning Cullman County Middle School football champion. Defeat has not been a part of the Raider program for the past two plus seasons.   The winning streak for the Raiders grew to 17 games Monday night as they ran...

    ADEM Grant Used for New Recycle Truck

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    CULLMAN – The City of Cullman Sanitation Department received a new recycle truck funded by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) through a grant from the Alabama Recycling Fund. The truck, a 2014 Freightliner Mini Max, cost $135,000 and was 100% funded by...

    Cullman County Seeks to Regain Right of Way at Ryan Creek Marina

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    BREMEN – Local residents of Cullman County recently met at the Brushy Pond Community Center to discuss an ongoing legal battle that is affecting many in the area. Cullman County Associate Commissioner Stanley Yarbrough met with local concerned citizens along with Cullman County attorney...

    September is National Preparedness Month: Help Your Family Be Prepared

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    CULLMAN – Events like the deadly tornadoes of April 27, 2011 are not days that we as a county want to remember. Homes, businesses and lives were lost that day across the state, and we as a community recovered together, stronger and united. After...

    Governor Bentley awards $3.63 million for highway safety

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    MONTGOMERY— Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded $3.63 million in grants for programs that to make Alabama roads safer by preventing injuries and fatalities.   The state’s nine regional traffic safety offices will use the funds to cover overtime for officers and deputies conducting extra patrols and...

    Vinemont Middle School Now Has Its Own News Team

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    VINEMONT – Mandy Redding, technology teacher at Vinemont Middle School, has much more equipment at her disposal this school year thanks to purchases made by the VMS administration.   The technology department at VMS is becoming highly equipped to handle the pressure of teaching technology to...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman gives it their all, falls short in home opener 28-14

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    CULLMAN – The lights were on bright at Oliver Woodard Stadium Thursday night as the Cullman Bearcats went to battle with the Falcons of Florence in a state-wide televised game, which was also the home and region opener for Cullman.   The night got off to...

    Divino Niño Celebration is a Big Hit

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    Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament Celebrates the Child Jesus   HANCEVILLE – The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament celebrated the Divine Child Jesus by hosting a Divino Niño celebration this past Saturday. People came by bus loads to visit the beautiful home of Mother...

    Children in Alabama being tested for Enterovirus D68

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    MONTGOMERY - Reports of cases from across the nation have prompted concern among parents of children and teenagers about enterovirus D68 (EV-D68).   On Aug. 29, 2014, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) sent a message to all primary care physicians to consider testing for...

    Author and Star of Book Visiting Deb’s Bookstore

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    CULLMAN – If it is 10 a.m. on Saturday and you’ve just left the Farmer’s Market with your kids and don’t want to go home just yet, stop by Deb’s Bookstore to see Dianne Burch and the star and inspiration of her new book,...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville stumbles, falls to 0-2 on season

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    HANCEVILLE – The Hanceville Bulldogs left Ray Tally Stadium Friday night with a bad taste in their mouth. The Bulldogs fell to area rival Winston County for the first time in since 2010. This drops the Hanceville record to 0-2, 0-1 in region play.   The...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Eagles Overtake Hawks in Homecoming Victory

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    DANVILLE – The Vinemont Eagles had an explosive game against the Danville Hawks Friday night at Mark Smothers Stadium as the Eagles led their school to a 45-26 homecoming victory.   Danville’s offense slacked in the first quarter of the game when their quarterback fumbled the...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Fourth quarter comeback not enough for Raiders

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    GOOD HOPE – Playing well in the fourth quarter has been displayed by the Good Hope Raiders in the first two games of the 2014 football season. It hasn't been enough for the Raiders to overcome mistakes as they fell to 0-2 on the...

    Hot Dog! Dodge City Has a Sneaky Pete’s!

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    Specialty Hotdog Restaurant New to the Area DODGE CITY – Dodge City is home to the newest hot dog restaurant in the area. Sneaky Pete’s, famous for their outstanding hot dogs, along with the High Quality Fuel Station, offer a wide variety of merchandise to...

    Area Bands Gather Together to Showcase Their Talents

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    Cullman County’s 31st Annual Band Exhibition a Success   CULLMAN – The 31st Annual Cullman County Band Exhibition was held this past Saturday. The event took place at 6 p.m. at the Oliver Woodard Stadium at Cullman High School. Nine Cullman County bands performed their halftime shows for...

    Volunteer in Public Schools & The Link of Cullman County Partner to Impact

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    Mentoring Cullman Youth a Worthy Endeavor   CULLMAN – In Cullman we are lucky to have several youth outreach programs that are dedicated to helping children who may be in trouble. Whether it is a child from a broken home or just a child whose parents...

    Making Cullman’s Tail Wag: Can Our Community Be More Pet Friendly?

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    CULLMAN – Our town is growing in a number of ways, but what if we can make it even better? Let’s grow downtown Cullman in number… with pets! Some of the most popular cities in the U.S. are pet friendly, so let’s do something...

    Celebrate Divino Nino Day at the Shrine

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    HANCEVILLE – The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament invites everyone to come celebrate Divino Nino Day. On September 6, the Shrine will host a day dedicated to celebrating the child Jesus. Many activities are planned for the day to offer the public a...

    OBITUARY: Mrs. Ezma Moon Fulmer

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    Mrs. Ezma Moon Fulmer, 89, a lifelong resident of Holly Pond, passed away early Tuesday morning, September 2, at her daughter's residence, where she lived for the last three months.   She was born in Cullman County to Isaac Wesley and Dussie Lavada Screws Moon.   She was...

    OBITUARY: Mary Ann Bryant

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    Graveside services for Mary Ann Bryant, 79, of Hanceville will be held on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2014 at 10 a.m. at Curry Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.   Hanceville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.   Mrs. Bryant...

    OBITUARY: Kam Talley Roper

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    Memorial services for Kam Talley Roper, 58 of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.   Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.   Ms. Roper passed away Monday, September 1, 2014 at her residence.  

    OBITUARY: Harriet Eloise Mauldin

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    Mrs. Eloise Mauldin passed away August 31st. at Cullman Health Care. She was 92 years old. Funeral Services will be held at Moss Service Chapel, September 3, 2014 at 11:00 am with interment at Fairview First Baptist Church Cemetery. Rev. Steve Wood and Rev....

    OBITUARY: Mrs. Helen Watts Huffstutler Thompson

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      Funeral services for Mrs. Helen Watts Huffstutler Thompson, age 82 of Cullman will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in the Moss-Service   Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Mt. Vernon Primitive Baptist Cemetery, with Elder Kenneth Watts officiating.   Helen was born...

    OBITUARY: Mrs. Anneliese Sticher

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    Funeral services for Mrs. Anneliese Sticher, age 80 of Cullman will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Oak Level Cemetery, with Ronnie Hicks officiating.   Anneliese was born on May 2, 1934....

    OBITUARY: Margaret Sue Burns

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    Funeral services for Mrs. Margaret Sue Burns, 69, of Cullman, will be Wednesday, September 3, at 1:00 pm, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Mrs. Burns passed away Sunday, August 31, 2014, at her residence.   Mrs. Burns was born on August 16, 1945 in Moulton, to...

    Vinemont Middle School Set to Benefit from Influx of New Equipment

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    VINEMONT – Vinemont Middle School has acquired 15 brand new guitars for its Musical Enrichment class. Coach Webb at Vinemont Middle School has been working as the P.E. teacher for 13 years and has played the guitar for nearly his entire life, so when...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Fumbles plague Eagles, Addison victorious

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    ADDISON – It has been said many times before that football is a game of inches. Unfortunately for the Vinemont Eagles, they found this out first-hand when they rolled into A.G. Hicks on the campus of Addison High School to face the Bulldogs. Addison...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders fall to Cordova 48-41

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    GOOD HOPE – Costly turnovers and big plays doom Good Hope in 48 - 41 loss. Cordova used an opening kickoff return, a punt return and rushing touchdowns of 66, 62, 47, 41, and 3 yards to take the win.   Good Hope’s Riley Eisner had...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies perform well over Hanceville in season opener

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    CULLMAN – Now that Cullman's Oliver Woodard Stadium is the home for the Fairview Aggies this football season, they went out with a performance that pleased the coaching staff and the fans Friday night in coming back to knock off the Hanceville Bulldogs 27-12...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman scores big over Etowah 35-8

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    ATTALLA — Owen Lovell caught three touchdown passes from Ross Crocker as Cullman defeated the Etowah Blue Devils 35-8 Friday night.   Lovell had touchdown catches of 6, 8 and 59 yards, the longest coming late in the fourth quarter as sophomore quarterback and sophomore receiver...

    DEVELOPING STORY: Fariview High School’s football field has been closed indefinitely due to disrepair in the stadium.

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    FAIRVIEW - Dr. Craig Ross, Cullman County superintendent, said a decision was made Thursday evening, following an inspection of the facilities, to close down Fairview's football stadium until repairs can be made.   "At this time the football stadium is not going to be used until...

    Dealing with Depression: Support and Education Helps to Combat this Illness

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    CULLMAN – According to the Mayo Clinic, depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called major depression, major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead...

    Cullman’s Secret Wilderness

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    Hiking at Hurricane Creek Park   VINEMONT – From stress relief and exercise to beauty, hiking offers a world of benefits. Cullman’s own Hurricane Creek Park offers a natural way to stay in shape and soak in the beauty. As nature’s workout, hiking is the best...

    OBITUARY: Louise Lowery McCurdy

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    Funeral services for Louise Lowery McCurdy, 88, of Cullman, will be held on Friday, August 29, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Livingston Chapel United Methodist Church; with interment in the adjoining cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 7...

    OBITUARY: Sue B. Hames

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    Memorial services for Sue B. Hames, 79, of Hanceville will be held on Friday, August 29, 2014 at 1 p.m. at Hanceville First Baptist Church; Rev. Philip Wigley officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday from noon to 1 p.m.   Hanceville Funeral Home is...

    Cullman’s Secret Wilderness

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    Hiking at Hurricane Creek Park   VINEMONT – From stress relief and exercise to beauty, hiking offers a world of benefits. Cullman’s own Hurricane Creek Park offers a natural way to stay in shape and soak in the beauty. As nature’s workout, hiking is the best...

    50 Years Together: Harsh Beginnings Lead to an Amazing Life

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    CULLMAN – August 22, 2014 is a very special day for my family. It marks the 50th Wedding Anniversary of my parents, John and Mary (Reid) Schuler. Times were really rough in the beginning, and have been hard over the years, but together they...

    Just Repurposed: Furniture Offered a Second Life

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    CULLMAN – A unique shop right here in Cullman that you can’t miss is Just Repurposed, located at 8200 US Highway 31, Number B in Hanceville. Just Repurposed was opened in June 2013 and recently celebrated its one year anniversary. The idea of the...

    OBITUARY: Lillian Goldie Schauer

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    Lillian Schauer, 98 of Falkville, AL, entered into rest on Saturday, August 23, 2014, at Cullman Regional Medical Center in Cullman, Alabama.   Born July 12, 1916 in Allentown, Pennsylvania to the late George and Alverta Schmoyer.   Mrs. Schauer is surviving by hers husband Leonard W. Schauer,...

    PREP FOOTBALL – Vinemont Eagles outscore Good Hope 40-35 in jamboree

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    VINEMONT – Under very humid conditions to play a jamboree game, long time rivals Vinemont and Good Hope had the scoreboard operator at Mark Smothers Stadium staying busy in one of the wildest encounters these two have ever experienced.   Vinemont pulled it out 40-35 thanks...

    PREP FOOTBALL – Vinemont Eagles outscore Good Hope 40-35 in jamboree

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    VINEMONT – Under very humid conditions to play a jamboree game, long time rivals Vinemont and Good Hope had the scoreboard operator at Mark Smothers Stadium staying busy in one of the wildest encounters these two have ever experienced.   Vinemont pulled it out 40-35 thanks...

    PREP FOOTBALL – Bearcats toppled by Arab Knights in season opener

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    ARAB - Too many mistakes were difficult for the Cullman Bearcats to overcome in the season opener Friday night with Arab.   The Bearcats were hit by penalties early in the game then suffered two interceptions late. That resulted in Arab beating Cullman 21-14, ending a...

    PREP FOOTBALL – Holly Pond takes down West End 14-7 in jamboree

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    HOLLY POND – The Holly Pond Broncos kick off their 2014 season against the West End Patriots tonight at Holly Pond. The Broncos kick off to the Patriots but they were unable to keep moving down field and the Broncos take possession with an interception by...

    PREP FOOTBALL – West Point passes first test beating Curry 21-7 in jamboree game

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    CURRY – In the famous words of UFC ring announcer Michael Buffer, “It’s time!” But instead of strapping on gloves in the middle of the octagon, the West point Warriors and the Curry Yellowjackets are strapping on helmets and pads for one of the...

    Desperation Church Clothes the Needy

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    CULLMAN – Desperation Church continues to do great things for the community. On Saturday, they held a Free Clothing Giveaway as part of their small group events. Many people from all over Cullman came out and took advantage of this remarkable act of kindness....

    The Truth About Vaping

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    CULLMAN – No ash, no tar, no second hand smoke and no smell are just a few of the obvious benefits of vaping. Some claim that electronic cigarettes are a healthier alternative to smoking, while some claim since the long term effects of vaping...

    Governor awards grant to help laid-off workers

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    MONTGOMERY – Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $60,000 grant to continue efforts to help workers who have lost their jobs due to downsizing or plant closings.   The grant to the Alabama Department of Labor will help support the department’s participation in the state’s Rapid...

    Prep Football is Here

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    CULLMAN – High School football gets back into competition with the beginning of the 2014 regular season this week.   Under a new format by the Alabama High School Athletic Association, teams can kick off the season this week if they decided too following the addition...

    Open the Red Door

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    Red Door Clothing Offers Awesome Clothing, Accessories and Private Parties   CULLMAN – There is a wonderful clothing store here in town that will have you all dressed up and looking good in no time! Cullman’s Red Door Clothing is the place to go when creating...

    Midnight Run is a Smashing Success

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    CULLMAN – On the late evening of Friday, or depending how you look at it, the early morning of Saturday, nearly 1,200 people began sprinting, jogging and walking around downtown Cullman.   It was Eva Bank’s Annual Midnight Run, and the turnout was as good as...

    Prep Football is Here

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    CULLMAN – High School football gets back into competition with the beginning of the 2014 regular season this week.   Under a new format by the Alabama High School Athletic Association, teams can kick off the season this week if they decided too following the addition...

    Prep Football is Here

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    CULLMAN – High School football gets back into competition with the beginning of the 2014 regular season this week.   Under a new format by the Alabama High School Athletic Association, teams can kick off the season this week if they decided too following the addition...

    Ray Park in Dodge City Celebrates Community

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    Small Town Celebrates Park with Summer Fun   DODGE CITY – It was a day of family fun on Friday at Ray Park in Dodge City. Dozens of kids and parents came to the small, but beautiful park in the little town to enjoy the day....

    Get Personalized This School Year

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    CULLMAN – The beginning of a new school year is such an exciting and sometimes stressful time. A new routine can be hard to get into, but it can become a comforting constant once it is set. Back to school shopping has been in...

    Goals are set for West Point, Warriors out to reach them

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    WEST POINT – Goals have been placed out by the West Point football team. Now the Warriors want to reach those goals. If they accomplish what they set out to do, the Warriors will make some history.   West Point has never qualified for the Alabama...

    Healthcare Authority Appoints New Interim CEO for CRMC

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    CULLMAN – The Healthcare Authority of Cullman County is pleased to welcome James Clements to Cullman Regional Medical Center as Interim Chief Executive Officer.  This appointment comes after the board and former CEO Jim Weidner were unable to come to terms regarding a contract...

    Hanceville Bulldogs have a positive approach for the 2014 Football Season

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    HANCEVILLE – No other prep football program locally has achieved as much as the Hanceville Bulldogs have in the past three years of regular season competition. Hanceville has been a winner in 26 of 30 regular season games, winning its final eight regular decisions...

    Holly Pond Broncos are older, but still young

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    HOLLY POND - Having the youngest football team in the county last season was what went on at Holly Pond High School. Facing programs that were experienced with juniors and seniors, the Broncos went into Friday night battles for first year coach Mike Bates...