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    Obituary: Maxwell “Max” Isaiah Wilson

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    Maxwell "Max" Isaiah Wilson, age 22, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. Maxwell "Max" was born in Cullman, Alabama on Sep. 5, 2001 to Eugene Wilson and Mandy Echols. He is survived by his mother, Mandy Echols; father, Eugene Wilson; step-father,...

    Obituary: James Arnold George

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    Funeral service for James Arnold George, age 87, of Eva, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with John Garrison officiating; burial at Etha Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. on...

    Obituary: Faye Eddy Key

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    Funeral service for Faye Eddy Key, age 83, of Cullman, is Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Holy Ground Baptist Church (Formerly New Mt. Zion Baptist Church) in Crane Hill, with her sons, Ryan Key and Robin Key officiating. Interment will follow...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 26, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 26, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents Feb. 22• burglary; CR 490• harassment; Midfield Dr.• possession of dangerous drugs; possession of...

    Cullman County Schools announces February Teacher, Staff Member of the Month

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    (Pictured with students are Adam Edmonson/Co-Op Coordinator, Dr. Shane Barnette/Cullman County School Superintendent, Tim Melton/AmFirst Teacher of the Month, Beverly Cochran/AmFirst Membership Development Manager, Angela Blair/AmFirst Regional Development Coordinator, Ava Burns/AmFirst Cullman Teller) Tim Melton has over 30 years experience in the automotive industry, and...

    Pedestrian struck, dog killed

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department confirmed that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at Sportsman Lake Road and U.S. Highway 31 around 6:50 p.m. Sunday. Chief David Nassetta said a female was hit as she tried to cross the road while walking her...

    Obituary: Lady Elan Alvis

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    Funeral services for Lady Elan Alvis, 83, of Garden City will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024 at Trinity Pentecostal Church in Hanceville. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Tuesday at...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below is a roundup of some of the latest arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office. Feb. 15 Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Berlin community. Shawna Lashay Glasco, 45, of Cullman, was identified as the driver.  A subsequent search of the vehicle and...

    Books & Banter, new student-led book club, welcomes all current Wallace State students

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College students have a new opportunity to expand their literary horizons with the launch of Books & Banter, a student-led book club on campus. The club welcomes all current students to engage in lively discussions and discover new...

    West Elementary PTA announces Bearcat Glow Bash

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    CULLMAN, Ala.- The parents involved in West Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA) are busy making plans for the school’s annual end of the year party for students. This year, however, the West Elementary PTA and East Elementary PTA have decided to join forces...

    Catching up with the Cullman Electric Co-Op

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - In early February, Governor Kay Ivey awarded over $188 million in grants in a bid to help expand internet service provider’s reach through many “middle-mile”” projects throughout the state. One of those grant recipients was the Cullman Electric Cooperative’s (CEC) middle-mile...

    Obituary: Garry George Mize

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    Garry George Mize, of Holly Pond, Alabama, entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior on Feb. 22, 2024, at the age of 76. Mr. Mize was born on Nov. 21, 1947. Mr. Mize was a member of Bread of Life Church, in Holly...

    Obituary: Bobby Jean Adams

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    Miss Bobby Jean Adams, age 95, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024. She was born on Nov. 22, 1928 to James Robert "Bob" and Nettie Fallon Adams. She is preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Melba Huff, Georgia Shoemake,...

    Commission declares local state of emergency regarding CR 222 sinkhole

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting on Feb. 22, the Cullman County Commission discussed the sinkhole that was recently discovered along County Road 222. It declared a local state of emergency to clear the path for emergency funding and lowered restrictions from...

    Hanceville City Council swears in new member, continues talks on community pool

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council at its Feb. 22 meeting swore in new councilman, Kenneth Cornelius. Cornelius officially joined the council after taking the oath of office, an occasion met with applause and a warm welcome from Mayor Jimmy Sawyer, who expressed his...

    New library director hired

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - At its monthly meeting on Feb. 22, the Cullman County Library Board unanimously approved Amber Thornton as the new director of the Cullman County Public Library System.   Interim Director Jill Meggs, after the approval of the minutes from the January meeting,...

    Elections 2024: Who’s paying whom?

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    Complete list of contributions and expenditures for all candidates for office in Cullman County CULLMAN, Ala. – Understanding where candidates’ funding comes from and where it goes can help voters understand what candidates believe and what causes they support, what kinds of people they represent...

    Obituary: Nita Joyce Cooper

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    Nita Joyce Cooper, age 78, of Arley, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 9, 1945 in Jasper, Alabama. Family will hold a memorial graveside service Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024 at 2 p.m. at New...

    Obituary: Anthony “Andy” Allison

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    Anthony “Andy” Allison, age 46, of Eva, sadly passed away on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024 at home after a tough battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his wife and children as he passed into the loving embrace of our Lord. Per Andy’s wishes, no...

    Obituary: Eldrige “Mut” Ray Fulenwider

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    Funeral service for Eldrige "Mut" Ray Fulenwider, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Pastor Roger Pierce officiating; burial at Good Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. until 2 p.m....

    Obituary: Jody Seth Eubanks

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    Jody Seth Eubanks, 48, was born in Graysville, AL on Nov. 25, 1975 at Longview Hospital. He was a Cullman High School graduate class 1994. Jody attended University of Alabama and graduated from Auburn University with a Degree in Business. He formerly was a Nursing Home...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 23, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 23, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents Feb. 20• duty upon striking unattended vehicle; person;...

    Legendary announcer Eli Gold named “Voice of the Nashville Kats”

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    NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Nashville Kats of the Arena Football League have named legendary broadcaster Eli Gold to be the Voice of the Nashville Kat as their play-by-play announcer for all games this season. The Kats have also secured a flagship radio broadcast agreement with Cromwell Media in Nashville for all games...

    Obituary: Bobby Lee Gordon, Sr.

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    Bobby Lee Gordon, Sr., 89, passed away Feb. 21, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents Harvey and Sue Gordon of Cullman, Alabama; and sister, Betty Benefield and her husband Eddie Benefield of Mt. Olive, Alabama. He is survived by his loving wife...

    Obituary: Tommy Dean Jones

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    Memorial service for Tommy Dean Jones, age 68, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Wade Maynard officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at...

    Obituary: Gloria Shelia Parker

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    Gloria Shelia Parker, age 69, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 at her residence. She was born, Jan. 21, 1955 to Frank Freeman and Ruth Freeman. She was preceded in death by her parents and son, Chadwick Keith Wynn. Survivors include her daughter,...

    Obituary: Brenda L. Dwyer

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    Brenda L. Dwyer, age 59, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 at University of Alabama Hospital. She was born, May 28, 1964 to Gerald C. Dwyer and Brenda Gayle Aldridge. She was preceded in death by her father. Survivors include her daughters, Ashleigh...

    Obituary: Leamon Segers Jr.

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    Funeral services for Leamon Segers Jr., 81, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial will follow the service at Duck River Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at...

    Obituary: Edna Johnson

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    A funeral mass for Edna Johnson, 81, of Hanceville will be 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26, 2024 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow the service at Cullman Catholic Cemetery.   Visitation will be Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m....

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 22, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents Feb. 20• criminal mischief; Hwy. 278 E• domestic violence; CR 1352• possession of dangerous...

    Missing Cullman woman found deceased; CPD investigate separate suicide case

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    CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman Police Department shared an update on the missing woman found deceased yesterday. CPD Police Chief said an autopsy was performed on Gloria Parker, which revealed no obvious cause of death. “This is the preliminary results, and a final determination will not...

    Cullman Tractor Supply to host backyard poultry event Feb. 24

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Tractor Supply is gearing up to host a backyard poultry event on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. The event will provide customers with an in-depth opportunity to learn how to care for and manage an at-home flock. "The popularity of raising backyard...

    Cullman Tree Commission announces Arbor Day Poster Contest winners, plans for Festival of Trees

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met Tuesday, with Chairman Barry Slatton, members Edgar Veigl, Jan Barnett, Joel Moon and Rachel Dawsey, and recorder Leanne West present. The commission discussed the seat vacated by longtime member Peggy Harris, who recently retired. Those interested in...

    Empty Bowls: Good food for a great cause

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Hearin Hall at First United Methodist Church (FUMC) was lined wall to wall with tables and chairs on Monday evening, Feb. 19, each setting marked with an adorably scribbled coloring page from a child in the community; volunteers and staff bustled...

    Cullman celebrates 36 years as Tree City USA

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    Poster winners recognized CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman’s 36th Tree City Dedication/Arbor Week Celebration ceremony was held Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, on the lawn of Cullman City Hall. Arbor Week Celebration The ceremony began with Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaiming the week of Feb.18-24, 2024, Arbor...

    Obituary: Dorothy Gadbois Holland

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    Dorothy Gadbois Holland, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. Dorothy was born in Fall River, MA and raised in South Pasadena, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband Edmund Holland; her father Alexander J. Gadbois and her...

    Obituary: Gloria May Workman

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    Gloria May Workman, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024 at Cullman Regional. She was born Sunday, May 21, 1944 in Canada, to Cecil Luscombe and May Luscombe. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Workman and her parents. Survivors include her...

    Obituary: Vada Christine Smith

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    Graveside service for Vada Christine Smith, age 93, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024, at Flint Creek Cemetery with Rev. Gary Peebles officiating; burial at Flint Creek Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Smith passed away on...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 21, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 21, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents Feb. 14• theft of property-3rd degree; fraudulent use...

    CPD finds body of woman reported missing

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    Update: 12:42 p.m. The missing woman who was found deceased has been identified according to the Cullman Police Department. “The woman has been identified as Gloria Parker,” Nassetta said. “Her body will be sent to Alabama Department of Forensic Science for an autopsy to assist in...

    CCBOE recognizes talented art students

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County School Board held its monthly meeting on Feb. 15 and recognized two students who placed nationally in the Horace Mann Academic Planning Calendar Design competition. West Point Middle School student Aliana Riggs was named the national champion for...

    Obituary: Timothy Mark Willis

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    Funeral service for Timothy Mark Willis, age 64, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Deon Black and Mike Tidwell officiating; burial at Cullman Heritage Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8...

    Obituary: Sammie Wilson, Jr.

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    Celebration of Life service for Sammie Wilson, Jr., age 70, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, Colony, AL, with Rev. Willy J. Twitty officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Wilson passed...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 20, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 20, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents Feb. 15• possession with intent to distribute controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...

    Cullman City Council recognizes retired Planning Commission Chairman Mike Voss

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    CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Feb. 19, recognized Mike Voss, recently retired chairman of the City of Cullman Planning Commission, for his 16 years of service to the City on the commission. Voss had served since September 2007, and...

    Cullman City Council names Brian Bradberry to new post: public safety director

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Feb. 19, suspended regular procedural rules to approve its first reading and ordinance to create the new city staff position of public safety director, and a few moments later passed a resolution to name...

    Obituary: Betty Louise Harris

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    Graveside service for Betty Louise Harris, age 90, of Hanceville, is Friday, Feb. 23, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery.   Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Betty was born Oct. 14, 1933 to Oscar O. Richter and Frances Peinhardt...

    Obituary: Doris Fay Crawford

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    Doris Fay Crawford, age 74, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024. Doris was born in Cullman, Alabama on Feb. 24, 1949 to Clevon and Jessie Thomason Grimmett. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband: Clarence Crawford and grandson:...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 19, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents Feb. 13• retail theft of property-3rd degree; Sally...

    St. Bernard celebrates Honor Society inductions

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School recently held its annual Honor Society induction ceremony to recognize students for their outstanding achievements in scholarship, service, leadership and character. The ceremony, presided over by Honor Society President Andrew Tombo, followed the weekly Mass, emphasizing the...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has made several unrelated drug and felony arrests recently, including: Feb. 6 Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Berlin community. Justin Wayne Farr, 32, of Cullman, and Kinsey Nikole Burns, 20, of Cullman, were identified as passengers in the...

    ACES: 4 ways to participate in National Bird Feeding Month

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    AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - February is among one of the most important months for feeding birds in Alabama, as backyard songbirds have limited access to their favorite foods during the winter. Grab a camera and join the Alabama Cooperative Extension System outdoors to participate...

    St. Paul’s to recognize 7 founding families at 5th annual Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School’s Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction is the largest fundraiser of the year for the school. This year’s event will take place on April 13. Said the school in a media release, “It is a fantastic...

    Obituary: Vonda Lambert Bates

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    Vonda Lambert Bates, known as Maw Maw by most, passed away on Feb. 16, 2024, at the age of 86. Ms. Bates was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on Nov. 13, 1937, to Vester John and Nellie Estes Lambert. Vonda was a homemaker who enjoyed...

    Obituary: Lorena Mae Spinks Maloney

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    Lorena Mae Spinks Maloney passed away Feb. 14, 2024 in Cullman, Alabama. She was born Jan. 14, 1934, in Fluker, Louisiana to John Ellis Spinks and Lela Belle Carter Spinks, who were farmers in Tangipahoa Parish. Upon her high school graduation in Franklinton, LA,...

    Cullman Chamber holds mixer at The National

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Members of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce made their way to The National for the Chamber’s monthly mixer – Business After Hours – Monday evening.  The mixer is typically sponsored by a member business, and this month it was longtime...

    41st annual Stars and Stripes Rodeo returning March 1-2

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    WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Band Boosters are kicking into gear this week and preparing for a crowd. The 41st annual Stars and Stripes Rodeo will take place March 1-2. The event is the main fundraiser for the school’s band program. Held at...

    Vinemont to microsurface several roads

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on the evening of Feb. 13, the Vinemont Town Council met to discuss a few business matters, new and old. New business began with a request from Public Works Director Mike Graves, who asked the council...

    CATA opens its doors to the public

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) held its community Open House on Thursday, Feb. 15, giving prospective students and their families the opportunity to take a peek inside each classroom block, speak with instructors and current students and get a feel...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 16, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 16, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents Feb. 13• theft of property-2nd degree; Los Cabos;...

    The Garage set to host inaugural My Bloody Valentine powerlifting meet

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -  The inaugural My Bloody Valentine powerlifting meet is set for Saturday, Feb.24, from 6 p.m. until the last athlete has completed his or her final lift. Weigh-ins for athletes will begin at 4. The meet will be held at The Garage,...

    Obituary: Craig Lee Golden, Jr.

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    Craig Lee Golden, Jr., lovingly called C.J. by his family and friends, was born on June 20, 2000, in Birmingham, Alabama. C.J. passed away on Feb. 14, 2024, in Shelby County, Alabama, at the age of 23. C.J. loved military history from an early age...

    Cullman City Council enacts mobile business ordinance, increases parks and rec staff

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an ordinance to govern “mobile vendors (food trucks), pushcarts, ice cream trucks and mobile business units.” Over a dozen mobile food vendors are currently operating on a regular basis in the city, and the...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 15, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents Feb. 12• possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 439• domestic violence;...

    Obituary: Theresa R. Luker

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    Theresa R. Luker, age 64, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 at Woodland Village.   There are no arrangements at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Theresa was born March 22, 1959. She is preceded in death by her...

    Obituary: Rebecca Frances Holmes Qualls

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    Rebecca Frances Holmes Qualls, age 82, passed away February 12, 2024. Becky was a native of Cullman, AL although she had lived in Huntsville, AL for the last 30 years. Becky moved back to Cullman last year with her dog Izzy. Rebecca is preceded in death...

    Hope Horses celebrates 10 years

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. celebrated 10 years of serving the community this week, welcoming the community to a ribbon cutting event on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Executive Director Kelsey Scott said, “The big thing here and the success and growth of Hope...

    Obituary: Sabria Arlin Knight

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    Funeral services for Sabria Arlin Knight, 80, of Hayden, will be 5 p.m., Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 at Center Hill Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service in the adjoining cemetery.   Visitation will be prior to the service from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m....

    Obituary: Geneva Sue Coggins

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    Memorial service for Geneva Sue Coggins, age 71, of Cullman, is incomplete at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Geneva was born Aug. 20, 1952 to John H. Fillmore and Odell Louise Hardin Fillmore. She passed from this life on Feb. 14,...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 14, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 14, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents Feb. 12• leaving scene of accident; City of...

    Cullman County Public Library brings community together

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    CULLMAN, Ala.-  A public library is a place for imagination to take flight, knowledge to take root and a sense of adventure to flourish. Inside a library, the mundane tasks of the everyday world can seem light years away, as if the words of...

    Bo Jackson announces date for 2024 Bo Bikes Bama

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Bo Jackson announced the date of the 13th annual Bo Bikes Bama to be held on the 13th anniversary of the 2011 tornadoes – Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Auburn. Bo Bikes Bama raises money for disaster recovery and preparedness in...

    Flourish of Cullman Mardi Gras Bingo and Silent Auctions set for April 6

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Flourish of Cullman will host its Mardi Gras Bingo and Silent Auction event on Saturday, April 6. Flourish aims to bring awareness, acceptance and support to the differently abled community, no matter their abilities. Its mission statement reads, “Flourish of...

    Obituary: Tara Lynn Coleman

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    Celebration of Life service for Tara Lynn Coleman, age 41, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 at West Point First Baptist Church with Rev. Samuel Tucker officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Ms. Coleman passed away...

    Obituary: L. E. Guthery

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    Funeral services for L. E. Guthery, of Arab will be 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Fairview West Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 13, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 13, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents Feb. 6• harassment; person; 13th St. NE Feb. 8•...

    January 2024 health department scores

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Each month, food establishments are inspected by the Alabama Department of Health and graded on every aspect of the business. Below are the local businesses and institutions that were inspected in January. Establishment Name: V & W Food Mart Address: 19129 US Hwy 31 City:...

    Smith Lake Baptist Church holds inaugural Betty Smith Memorial Chili Cook-off

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    CRANE HILL, Ala. - Some say that laughter is the sound a healthy, thriving congregation. If that holds true, Smith Lake Baptist Church (SLBC) in Crane Hill is the pinnacle of health and happiness as chatter and giggles wafted throughout the building recently. The congregation...

    This Valentine’s Day, beware of scam artists on dating sites

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In February, many Alabamians will use online platforms seeking companionship, yet con artists are also lurking in these forums in hopes of exploiting the lonely and vulnerable for money. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall urged individuals using online dating sites to...

    Allen: 1 week left to register to vote in 2024 Primary Election

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Secretary of State Wes Allen reminded Alabama residents that there is one week left to register to vote before the 2024 Primary Election.“As Secretary of State, I want to encourage all eligible Alabama citizens to register to vote and to exercise...

    Alabama Strawberry Festival: Event goes statewide

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –The city of Cullman is preparing for an event that symbolizes more than just the celebration of spring’s bountiful harvest. Nathan Anderson, executive director of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism, shared insights into the inaugural Alabama Strawberry Festival set for May...

    Obituary: Tasha Tankersley

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    Tasha Tankersley, age 34, of Dallas, Georgia and formerly of Good Hope, passed from this life too soon on Jan. 3, 2024. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Tasha was born on Jan. 12, 1989 to Timothy Martin Cutshaw and Tamela Joanna Hicks...

    Obituary: Steven Walter Erickson

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    Steven Walter Erickson, of Holly Pond, Alabama, formerly of Massachusetts, passed away on Feb. 12, 2024, at the age of 66. Mr. Erickson was born in Norwood, Massachusetts, on Oct. 18, 1957, to Eugene and Sarah Martin Erickson. Steven is preceded in death by his...

    Obituary: Randy Lee Drummond

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    Memorial service for Randy Lee Drummond, age 63, of Cullman, is Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Bro. Malcolm Carter officiating. Family will welcome friends for a visitation from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m.   Cullman Funeral Home...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 12, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents Feb. 8• robbery; CR 1605• burglary; theft of property; Hwy. 69 S• possession of...

    Obituary: Brenda Gail Parrish

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    Brenda Gail Parrish passed away peacefully at her home on Feb. 10, 2024. Brenda was born in Cullman, Alabama on Feb. 27, 1949. She was preceded in death by her parents Faye Buchmann Daniel and Bobby Rayburn Reeder, and her brothers Bobby W. Reeder...

    New eagle statue added to Lake Guntersville State Park

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    GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - Officials unveiled and cut a ceremonial ribbon on Friday, Feb. 2, to dedicate Lake Guntersville State Park’s newest feature, a picturesque eagle statue located at the park’s lodge. The statue, created by artist Jenny Hendrix and inspired by a photo taken by...

    Vontrell King-Williams named defensive tackles coach at Auburn

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Vontrell King-Williams has been named defensive tackles coach at Auburn, head coach Hugh Freeze announced Friday. King-Williams served as a defensive line analyst for Auburn this past season and previously worked on Freeze's staff at Liberty. The completion of Auburn's defensive staff also includes various position...

    Obituary: Maurice Pruett “Buddy” Hinkle, Jr.

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    Maurice Pruett "Buddy" Hinkle, Jr., age 58, of Cullman, Alabama, passed peacefully on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, at Brookwood Baptist Medical Center. Buddy was born on Aug. 6th, 1965, to Maurice Pruett Sr. and Carolyn Calloway Hinkle in Cullman, Alabama. He lived there until 1985,...

    Obituary: Vileta Foust

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    Funeral services for Vileta Foust, 95, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024 at Walter Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Duck River Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12,...

    Obituary: Raymond Wilbert Tiller

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    Raymond Wilbert Tiller, 89, died Tuesday, February 6, 2024, in Cullman, Alabama. Ray lived his whole life in Montana, before moving to Alabama, six months earlier to be with his family. Raymond was born in Lewistown, Montana, on Oct. 31, 1934, where he met Phyllis...

    Hanceville City Council discusses pool, Rayford Talley Building, College Drive

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its Feb. 8 work session and meeting discussed the future of the city’s community pool, the use of the Rayford Talley Building by student athletes and the renaming of parts of College Drive.    To keep the...

    ‘Always locked in’ to Auburn, Derrick Brown sets NFL record

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    AUBURN, Ala. – After tying the Carolina Panthers’ record for most tackles by a defensive lineman last season with 67, Derrick Brown entered the 2023 season with the goal of breaking it. Brown, as he’s done consistently since arriving at Auburn in 2016, exceeded even his...

    CATA holding open house Feb. 15

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) will open its doors to prospective students and their families for an open house on Thursday, Feb. 15, from 4-6 p.m., providing them an opportunity to ask questions, meet instructors and get a feel for...

    Obituary: Hazel Kathryn Levering

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    Hazel Kathryn Levering (nee Lewis), better known as Kay, passed away recently. She is survived by husband Paul Levering, son Steve Levering, his wife Pam Levering, son David Levering, and his wife Katina Levering.  Graveside service will be held Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 10...

    Obituary: Betty Marie Freeman

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    Betty Marie Freeman, age 75, of Huntsville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. Betty was born in Cullman, Alabama to Jack Virgil (JV) and Alla Bea Burks Alvis. She is preceded in death by her parents and her eight siblings. Visitation will be...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 9, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents Feb. 7• burglary-3rd degree; Auburn University; CR 1466;...

    Obituary: Betty Jean Stewart

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    Funeral services for Betty Jean Stewart, 86, of Bremen, will be 12 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Shelton Grove Cemetery.   Visitation will be prior to the service from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m....

    WSCC: Nursing offering evening classes starting fall 2024

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will begin offering evening nursing courses this fall to provide a more flexible option for students interested in pursuing a degree in nursing. The evening program will follow the same pathway as traditional daytime classes, with students...

    Jacobs proclaims February ‘Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month’ in Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala- Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Tuesday, Feb. 6, proclaimed the month of February 2024 “Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month” (TDVAM) in the city of Cullman. On hand to accept the official proclamation from Victim Services of Cullman were Jessica Atchley (interim executive...