CCSO and CPD share tips for NYE safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department are sharing ways to be safe on New Year’s Eve.
Sheriff Matt Gentry...
New Year’s Eve plans take shape around the area
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the calendar turns toward the new year, several businesses and venues in and around Cullman County have announced New Year’s...
Christkindlmarkt sets single-day attendance record, sees visitors from all 50 states
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Christkindlmarkt continued its rapid growth in 2025, posting record attendance numbers, expanded national and international visitation and a sharp...
Bosom Buddies sees successful 2025, looks to 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Bosom Buddies Foundation was founded 12 years ago to support local cancer patients. The nonprofit is supported by annual...
First Day Hikes at Alabama State Parks offer chance to see sunrise, sunset, everything in between
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Kick off 2026 with fresh air and a sense of adventure while enjoying some of Alabama’s most scenic views by participating in...
CCSO announces multiple drug arrests
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, Dec. 29, said it was “proud to share the results of recent proactive enforcement...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 29, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 29, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman County Democrats set qualifying period for 2026 election cycle
CULLMAN, Ala. - At a meeting earlier this month, the Cullman County Democrats Executive Committee approved the qualifying period for the 2026 election cycle....
Spanish classes coming to Shirley Burden Public Library this winter
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Spanish classes will be offered this winter at the Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville. The classes will be held on...
Wallace State faculty member killed in house fire
DECATUR, Ala. – A Wallace State Community College faculty member was killed in a house fire in the early morning hours of Friday, Dec....
Arrests and Incidents reported December 26, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 26, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s...
Oak Mountain’s new pump track elevates Alabama’s mountain biking status
SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. - Alabama is quickly becoming a destination for mountain biking enthusiasts, and the addition of a new pump track and more...
Cullman County Library offers free grant research tool for nonprofits
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman County nonprofit leaders and community organizations now have access to a powerful new funding research resource through the Cullman County...
Man from Arab dies after Christmas Eve ATV crash in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man from Arab was killed in a single-vehicle crash involving an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) that occurred at approximately 10 p.m....
Cullman County seniors celebrate the season
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors gathered for the annual Cullman County Senior Christmas Party hosted by the Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) and the...
Youth present ‘A Christmas Yarn’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heirlooms Fine and Performing Arts presented “A Christmas Yarn” on Friday, Dec. 19, at St. John’s Church, marking their final performance...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 23, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 23, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman...
JR Bowling announces candidacy for Alabama Senate District 4
DANVILLE, Ala. – Republican JR Bowling has announced his candidacy for Alabama Senate District 4. The seat is currently held by Sen. Garlan Gudger,...
Birdie Box to host 2-Man Best Ball Christmas Tournament Dec. 27
CULLMAN, Ala. – Birdie-Box is set to host a 2-Man Best Ball Christmas Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 27, beginning at 1 p.m. Each team...
2025 in Cullman County: Challenge, change and community
CULLMAN, Ala. - From unprecedented challenges to public trust to historic investments in education and infrastructure, 2025 reshaped Cullman County in lasting ways.
The year...
Santa rides through town
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Fire Rescue hosted its annual Santa Ride event Sunday evening, Dec. 21.
Cullman Fire Rescue Firefighter/Engineer Jeremy White said the big...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 22, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 22, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman...
Cullman man charged with trafficking fentanyl
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man was arrested Saturday, Dec. 20, charged with trafficking in fentanyl. Thomas Sawyer, 44, is also charged with unlawful...
Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association meeting notes: Dec. 17, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association met Wednesday, Dec. 17, at Terri Pines to review how sales, use and lodging...
Alabama DHR launches chipped EBT cards for SNAP and TANF benefits
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources recently announced the first round of Alabama EBT cardholders are now receiving new, chip-enabled EBT...
ALGOP to open 2026 candidate qualifying Jan. 5
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Alabama Republican Party will open candidate qualifying for the 2026 election cycle on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, marking the formal...
From 1 veteran family to 350 local children – Cullman Elks, VFW launch Toys of Joy to support local families
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new holiday outreach program launched this year by Cullman Elks Lodge #1609 and the Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars is...
City of Cullman supports Cullman City Schools capital improvement plan
CULLMAN, Ala. - Earlier this week, leaders with the City of Cullman met with officials from Cullman City Schools to celebrate the continued commitment...
ALEA launches ‘12 Days of Safety’ campaign
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — As families across Alabama prepare for holiday travel, celebrations and ringing in the New Year, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 19, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 19, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
WSCC Christmas Spectacular thrills
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College hosted its annual Christmas Spectacular on Thursday, Dec. 11, celebrating the holiday season through music, dance and...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 18, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 18, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Youth raise funds for First Source for Women
Calvary Baptist Church, Cullman recently held a “Collect Pennies” contest for First Source for Women. The winner was Reagan Duke. They brought in a...
Welcome Homestead hosting classes
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Welcome Homestead, a locally owned regenerative farm and health store in Baileyton, is hosting classes for the community.
Owners Michael and Jaclyn...
Keep pets safe around holiday decorations and foods
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christmas decorations and holiday meals are part of what makes the season special, but they can also pose hidden dangers for...
Cullman City Council closes out 2025 with marathon meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday took on a huge slate of business and recognitions packed into its last meeting of...
(Updated) Superintendent of Cullman Wastewater Treatment Plant arrested
Updated Dec. 18, 2025, at 8:39 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The superintendent of the Cullman Wastewater Treatment Plant was arrested Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Shannon “Jake” Calloway,...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 17, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 17, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Split Tree Designs Hat Bar
CULLMAN, Ala. - What began as a personal project has grown into a full creative business for Stephanie King, owner of Split Tree Designs...
‘We shall remember’
Cullman honors veterans during Wreaths Across America ceremony
CULLMAN, Ala. – “Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach our children the value of freedom.”
The...
Cullman graduate Christina Chambers found dead in Hoover home
HOOVER, Ala. - Former WBRC Sports Reporter and 2006 Cullman High School graduate Christina Chambers was tragically found dead in her home in Hoover...
Cold Springs High FCCLA spreads holiday cheer
BREMEN, Ala. - The Cold Springs High School FCCLA chapter spread holiday cheer through its FCCLA Angels community service project. The students raised funds...
Honey Baked Ham holds grand opening
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman's Honey Baked Ham held a grand opening event Saturday, Dec. 13, with the first 50 guests in line receiving free...
Shop with a Cop: ‘What it’s all about’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department’s longest running community policing event, Shop With a Cop, took place Saturday, Dec. 13. Officers took local...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 15, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 15, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt’s walk-on Christmas arch is world’s largest
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman unveiled a record-breaking architectural landmark on Nov. 20, 2025, as part of the rapidly expanding Cullman Christkindlmarkt....
Cullman man killed in I-65 crash; multiple people injured
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:10 p.m. Friday, Dec.12. Alabama State Troopers identified...
DRG crews begin inspections across Cullman Power Board system
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Power Board customers may see crews from Davey Resource Group (DRG) in neighborhoods over the next several weeks as part...
‘One of the most rewarding experiences’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted over 1,700 kids at the special needs rodeo at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center...
Local farmers honored at 104th annual meeting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - After a banner year fraught with battles on Capitol Hill and in weather-worn fields, Alabama farmers celebrated resiliency, resolve and their...
Extension specialist outlines buying safe, appropriate toys and gifts this holiday season
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The holiday shopping season is here, bringing with it the hustle and bustle of searching for the perfect gift. When...
City of Good Hope thanks Nexan Building Products for longtime Christmas sponsorship
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The City of Good Hope shared the following message, thanking Nexan Building Products for its longtime sponsorship of the Christmas...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 12, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 12, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Lydia Haynes elected to State Equine Committee
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, Alabama farmers gathered in the Capital City Dec. 7-8 to fine-tune commodity-specific...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 11, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 11, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Vinemont Town Council addresses municipal funds and surplus equipment
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, Dec. 8, addressing financial updates and municipal equipment during...
Judge Greg Nicholas retiring
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Greg Nicholas is retiring after serving 20 years in the Alabama court system. In the 32nd...
Outback opens in north Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. -The ribbon was cut on the brand-new Outback Steakhouse in north Cullman on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Members of the Cullman Area Chamber of...
CCSO hosts sponsor dinner ahead of this weekend’s rodeo
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted its annual rodeo sponsor dinner on Tuesday night at Cotton Creek Warehouse, ahead of this...
Falkville hosts 27th annual Christmas in the Park
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The Town of Falkville hosted its 27th annual Christmas in the Park event on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at Jack McCaig...
Hayden man killed in Cullman County crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Hayden man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. Alabama State Troopers...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Holiday safety at home: Protecting your family, tree and traditions
CULLMAN, Ala. - As Christmas quickly approaches, local officials are reminding families to slow down long enough to make sure the season’s decorations, lights...
City of Cullman recognizes Steve Cummings for service
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs recently recognized Steve Cummings for his years of service on the City of Cullman Planning Commission.
Cummings served...
Santa and Mrs. Claus stop by Karma’s Coffee House
CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma’s Coffee House hosted a heartwarming holiday event on Sunday, Dec. 7, welcoming families to spend the afternoon listening to stories,...
Good Hope City Council talks Leonard Road, Love’s, Christmas activities
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday, Dec. 8, revisited earlier agreements regarding a subdivision off Leonard Road.
The council noted...
Bremen woman charged with trafficking fentanyl
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen woman as been charged with trafficking fentanyl. The Cullman Police Department said Kayla N. Graham, 32, was arrested Friday,...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 9, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 9, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman council to update waste and zoning ordinances, approves loan for airport improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Dec. 8, took on multiple tasks including property annexations, money for airport improvements, updating...
AMRV celebrates grand opening of Jack’s in Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Alabama Mountains Rivers Valleys (AMRV) Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) Council gathered with local leaders, state officials and community members recently...
Cullman Regional NICU welcomes 1st set of triplets
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional recently announced the delivery of its first set of triplets since opening a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 8, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 8, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Waterloo woman killed in Hwy. 157 crash; baby transported to hospital
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Waterloo woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:40 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, on Alabama...
Fit Society: Pilates and more
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local teacher Christina Watson opened Fit Society in October. Watson, a biology teacher at Hanceville High School, has spent several years...
Honoring our loved ones – 9th annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony set for Dec. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – Moss Service Funeral Home will host its ninth annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m. in...
Hanceville library hosting multiple events
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville has a host of community events scheduled in December, January and into February.
Library Manager...
2026 Festival of the Cranes coming Jan. 9-11
DECATUR, Ala. – Over 14,000 Sandhill Cranes, along with several pairs of Whooping Cranes, spend the winter each year at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge...
Local officers complete SWAT training
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Department officers and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies recently completed SWAT Level 3 Hostage Rescue training. Cullman Police Chief Joey...
‘Together, we make a difference’: Brandin’ Iron reflects on another successful veterans dinner
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse in West Point has been hosting a free Thanksgiving dinner honoring local veterans for a decade....
Warming stations: What you need to know
CULLMAN, Ala. – Across the county during winter months, warming stations are available for community members.
In the city, the designated warming shelter is the...
ALEA reports 7 traffic fatalities during Thanksgiving 2025 enforcement period
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has wrapped up its seven-day Thanksgiving 2025 holiday enforcement period, from Tuesday, Nov. 25, through...
(Updated) Cullman woman charged with financial exploitation of an elderly person
Updated with mugshot Dec. 5, 2025, at 5:19 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A local woman has been indicted on charges of first-degree financial exploitation of...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Eve Brantley named director of Alabama Cooperative Extension System
AUBURN, Ala. - Auburn University has named Eve Brantley as the 1862 Extension director for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, effective Jan. 1, 2026,...
Ivey announces CHOOSE Act family applications for 2026-2027 school year
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced The CHOOSE Act (Creating Hope and Opportunity for Our Students’ Education Act of 2024) family...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 4, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hanceville man killed in crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Hanceville man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3. Alabama State Troopers...
Vinemont man facing child pornography charges
VINEMONT, Ala. – A Vinemont man is facing multiple child pornography charges. Omar Blas Hernandez, 32, was arrested Dec. 2, by Cullman County Sheriff’s...
CCSO hosting rodeo sponsor dinner Dec. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office will host its annual rodeo sponsor dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 9, beginning at 6 p.m. at...
Town of South Vinemont 4th annual Christmas in the Park Dec. 7
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Town of South Vinemont will host its fourth annual Christmas in the Park on Sunday, Dec. 7, welcoming the community...
Cullman Senior Center in need of volunteers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Senior Center is searching for local volunteers to deliver meals to homebound seniors in Cullman. Cullman County Commission on Aging...
Fairview High FCCLA students advocate on Capitol Hill
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Students from Fairview High School attended FCCLA’s Capitol Leadership in Washington, D.C., held Nov. 15-19, 2025. The five-day event brought together...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 3, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Check out a Little Free Library near you!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Little Free Library nonprofit organization was founded in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and now, you can find a Little Free Library...
FCCLA students lead in service at the Farm-City Banquet
CULLMAN, Ala. - FCCLA members from Cold Springs, Vinemont and Holly Pond schools, as well as Cullman Christian School, demonstrated leadership, professionalism and a...
Buy local this holiday season: RedBird Farm
The season of giving is upon us! What better way to show your love and appreciation than with a local, hand-crafted gift?
RedBird Farm is...
Christmas at the Grotto: ‘There’s something here that brings peace’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christmas at the Grotto has officially returned for its seventh year, inviting visitors into a peaceful, artistic and spiritually centered holiday...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 2, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 2, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
CCSO’s annual rodeo returns Dec. 12-13
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office’s annual rodeo will return to the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center Dec. 12-13. Cullman County Sheriff Matt...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 1, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 1, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
