WSCC PTK Alpha Chi Tau Chapter inducts new members
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Almost 100 Wallace State Community College students were recently inducted into the college’s Alpha Chi Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) International Honor Society.
Membership in Phi Theta Kappa is extended by invitation only. To be eligible, a student must be...
Obituary: Joyce Ann Blackmon
Joyce Ann Blackmon, age 81, of Arab, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the Folsom Center. She was born April 15, 1941, to James Edward Phillips and Wilma Pauline Phillips.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bobby Blackmon; father of...
PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond falls to Brewer at home
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Lady Broncos hosted the Brewer Lady Patriots for a Thursday afternoon matchup and Brewer got off to an early lead. The Patriots didn't let Holly Pond get anything going offensively and ended up shutting out the Lady Broncos 12-0.
Brewer...
Obituary: Elaine Sparks
Funeral service for Elaine Sparks, age 65, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 20, 2023; interment in Etha Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of...
Hartselle woman stabs man, kills son in early morning attack
HARTSELLE, Ala. - According to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office, an early morning knife attack left an adult male injured and an 8-year-old child dead in Hartselle.
Official statements by the MCSO stated the incident occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. when a stabbing call was received...
Obituary: Stephen Patrick Campbell
Stephen Patrick Campbell, 75, of Houston, Alabama, entered into rest on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023 in Addison. He was the beloved husband of Karmel Campbell.
Stephen was born on January 13, 1948 in Newton, Massachusetts to the late Walter and Gertrude (Dionne) Campbell.
Stephen grew up...
Obituary: Anna Belle Moore
Anna Belle Moore, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023.
Anna is survived by her husband, Larry D. Moore; her sons, Nathan M. Moore (Jennifer), Steven E. Moore (Rebecca), Jonathan V. Moore (Laura) & Graham T. Moore (Valerie); her brother,...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
March 13• possession of marijuana; Hwy. 69 S• harassment; CR 1435• harassment; Hwy. 91•...
Hundreds of students tour Wallace State during Spring Showcase
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 1,000 students had the opportunity to try their hands at virtual welding, saw a simulated radiation therapy treatment, learned about forensic psychology and more on Tuesday during the Wallace State Community College Spring Showcase.
The event was offered to area...
WSCC athletes named ACCC Athletes of the Week
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Several Wallace State Community College athletes have been recognized recently as Athletes of the Week by the Alabama Community College Conference.
WSCC Softball freshman pitcher Katie Simon of Athens was named Athlete of the Week for March 7. The Athens High School...
Agriplex proud to bring back ‘Glean Team’ for another growing season
CULLMAN, Ala. – With food insecurity on the rise, the North Alabama Agriplex is proud to bring back its "Glean Team'' for another growing season. The Glean Team partners with local farmers and growers and local food banks and pantries to diversify their offerings...
Christ First Ministries Church 2nd annual car and truck show coming March 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Christ First Ministries Church men’s ministry will host its second annual car and truck on show Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the church.
The event aims to bring the community together while sharing the message of the men's...
Alabama Extension awarded SARE grant to improve land-use efficiency and sustainability in Southeast
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Sustainability is big business in the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Agricultural researchers are constantly looking for new and improved ways for livestock and crop producers to better their operations. Thanks to a recently awarded $380,000 grant from the Sustainable Agriculture...
Obituary: Gary Neal Hardman
Gary Neal Hardman, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on March 14, 2023, at the age of 74. He was born September 18, 1948, to Chester Leroy and Cora Mae McGriff Hardman in Cullman County, Alabama.
Mr. Hardman was a member of the Holly Pond Graduating...
Former Alabama player Lawson Schaffer shares his thoughts on the Crimson Tide’s NCAA Tournament chances
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s NCAA Tournament bracket was officially unveiled Sunday and the Alabama Crimson Tide were selected as the tournament’s No. 1 overall seed. Both Alabama and Auburn secured spots in this year’s tournament field and both of them will be tipping...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont drops home matchup with Falkville 10-5
VINEMONT, Ala. – After defeating Locust Fork on the road 13-3 Tuesday, the Vinemont Eagles returned home Wednesday for an afternoon matchup against Falkville. The Eagles held a 2-1 lead early in the game and put some runs on the board in the sixth...
Obituary: David Randall Kuykendall
Funeral service for David Randall Kuykendall, age 62, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Allen Kuykendall and Shannon Wilkerson officiating; interment in Flint Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until...
Obituary: Robert Wayne Frazier
Robert Wayne Frazier, age 76, of Haleyville, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born February 25, 1947 to Joe Frazier and Josie Harper.
Visitation will be Friday, March 17, 2023 from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported March 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 15, 2023. 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
March 9• identity theft; theft of property-1st degree;...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘There is always room for improvement’: Holly Pond’s Blake Rickard talks sophomore season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Last season was another great one for Holly Pond basketball. The Broncos compiled over 20 wins and had the no. 1 ranking in Class 2A for most of the season. They won their area championship before dropping a sub-regional game...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison drops area matchup with Sumiton Christian
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Sumiton Christian Eagles on a windy and cold Tuesday afternoon and not only was the weather difficult for the Bulldogs, but the Eagles also caused problems as well, dominating Addison 8-1.
The game was scoreless going into the top of the...
Hanceville Irish Festival returns this Saturday, March 18
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville will host its annual Irish Festival along Commercial Street downtown this Saturday, March 18, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
According to organizer Nolan Bradford, there will be between 35 and 50 vendors, with a wide range of handmade one-of-a-kind items and unique...
ALGOP breaks record with Ron DeSantis dinner
HOOVER, Ala. - The Alabama Republican Party said it broke its record for the largest fundraising dinner in ALGOP history when it hosted Florida Governor Ron DeSantis at its annual Winter Dinner in Hoover last week. DeSantis shared his “Florida Blueprint" with attendees –...
Tips from law enforcement to thwart catalytic converter thieves
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the recent rash of catalytic converter thefts across Cullman County, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department want residents to know how to keep their vehicles safe.
“The key to safety starts with simply locking your doors and making...
PREP BASEBALL: Raiders roll over Holly Pond 20-7
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos traveled to take face Good Hope in Tuesday afternoon matchup and after building to a huge lead early, the Raiders never gave it up and went on to defeat the Broncos 20-7 in five innings.
John Martin and Boston...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman shuts out Mortimer Jordan 5-0
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Lady Bearcats returned home to host Mortimer Jordan on a chilly Tuesday night and Emma Claire Wilson collected 12 strikeouts over seven shutout innings to help lead the ‘Cats to a 5-0 win over the Lady Blue Devils.
Mortimer Jordan led...
Obituary: Eugene Lavonne “Gene” Gilliland
Graveside service with Military Honors for Eugene Lavonne "Gene" Gilliland, age 87, of Decatur were held Sunday, March 12, 2023, at Midway Memorial Gardens; Ronny Stutts officiated and Parkway Funeral Home directed. Guestbook available at www.parkwayfunerals.com.
Mr. Gilliland, who died Saturday, March 4, 2023, in...
Obituary: Georgia V. Peek
A Celebration of Life for Georgia V. Peek will be from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. March 15, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mrs. Peek was born on June 23, 1944 in Cullman, AL to the late George and Lunie (Light) Stewart. She passed away...
Obituary: Pamela W. Handley
A public visitation for Pamela W. Handley, of Hanceville, will be from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Thursday, March 16, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mrs. Handley was born on January 9, 1959 to Eugene and Dorothy (Partridge) Wilkins. She passed away at her home...
Obituary: Kevin Parker Reece Pace
Infant Kevin Parker Reece Pace died Sunday, March 12, 2023. He was preceded in death by his sibling, Angel Baby Barfield, uncle, Kevin Pace and his great-grandparents: Tracy & Linda Pace.
Kevin is survived by his parents: Josh and Kaitea Pace; sisters: Lily Allen, Starr...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 14, 2023. 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
March 8• person; domestic violence-3rd degree-harassing communications
March 9•...
Letter to the Editor: Opportunities abound at 40th Alabama State Games
Dear Editor:
Registration (alagames.com) for the 40th Alabama State Games is now open, and we are expecting a record-setting 6,000 participants to flood Jefferson County to participate in the Games. The Alabama State Games - founded in 1982 at the request of the US Olympic...
PREP BASEBALL: Cold Springs collects 4-2 win over Winston County
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles faced off against the Winston County Yellow Jackets at home on a cold, windy Monday afternoon. Offense was limited in this one, but Cold Springs relied on small ball to get some runs and a strong pitching performance from...
West Elementary hosts Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System demo
CULLMAN, Ala. – KT Security Solutions on Monday hosted a demonstration of its Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System at West Elementary School. The system is a functional whiteboard that can be customized to fit any classroom and expands into a fold-out room in under 10...
R.O.S.S. representative Shane Tidwell speaks at Good Hope City Council meeting
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council hosted its first March meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and at the top of the agenda was a guest speaker. Recovery Organization of Support Specialists (R.O.S.S.) representative Shane Tidwell took a few minutes...
Obituary: Rufus C. Graves
Rufus C. Graves was born Nov. 26, 1946 in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Odell and Mary Elizabeth Harris Graves. He was the second of four children. He departed this life on Friday, March 10, 2023 at the age of 76.
He graduated from North...
Obituary: William Earl “Bub” Childers
William Earl “Bub” Childers, 70, of Blountsville, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center. Mr. Childers was born January 7, 1953, in Blountsville the son of Willie Earl Childers and Robia Kate Copeland Childers. He was a 1971 graduate of...
Obituary: Tommy Charles Bartlett (updated)
Tom was born October 23, 1938, to parents J.J. and Estelle Frazier Bartlett and privileged to grow up in a loving family with four siblings who all worked in the family business. They remained close all their lives and their greatest joy was gathering and...
Apprenticeships offered in Early Childhood Education at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Child Development program is working to simultaneously help students earn a salary while completing their education and lessen workforce shortages in the field of early childhood education.
The Early Childhood Educator Apprenticeship program is a partnership between Wallace...
Wallace State launches Nursing Apprenticeship Program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Nursing students at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville have been taking advantage of a new apprenticeship opportunity that allows them to earn a salary while training for a career in health care. The college launched the program this year with the Alabama...
Obituary: Grace Marlene Franklin
Grace Marlene Franklin, age 79, of Phil Campbell, Alabama entered into rest on March 12, 2023 at her residence.
Grace was born on July 24, 1943 in Bear Creek, Alabama.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Mountain...
Obituary: Rick Jennings Jr.
A Celebration of Life Service for Rick Jennings Jr., 69, of Cullman, will be Friday, March 17, 2023 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Mr. Butch White will officiate the service. He was born Dec. 5, 1953, to Frederick...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
March 9• assault; CR 1246• domestic violence; CR 461• harassment; CR 933• dog bite;...
Ivey announces economy gained 54,100 jobs in 2022, unemployment rate at 2.6%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted January unemployment rate is 2.6%, unchanged from December 2022’s revised rate, and also unchanged from January 2022’s rate. January’s rate represents 58,411 unemployed persons compared to 59,986 in December and 60,270...
Pollen: a sticky situation for the better
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The appearance of pollen typically marks the beginning of spring, and it literally shows. If your vehicle or home recently received a natural paint job, there is a positive meaning behind the new look. According to Alabama Cooperative Extension System...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Always be there for my teammates’: Good Hope’s Haley Lay set for sophomore season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders posted a record of 12-21 last season and finished as the area runner-up, which earned them a spot in the Regional tournament in Florence. Sophomore Haley Lay talked about that season, what all she learned...
Cold Springs High brings home state FCCLA award, multiple others
BREMEN, Ala. - March 8-10, 2023, eight students and their adviser from Cold Springs High School competed at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Meeting in Montgomery. Over 1,000 FCCLA students from all over the state met and competed....
Obituary: A.J. “Jack” Stewart
Funeral service for A.J. "Jack" Stewart, age 87, of Crane Hill, will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with David Duff officiating; burial at Livingston Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m....
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview downs Vinemont at home 12-2, Good Hope, Cold Springs drop Saturday matchups
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies were back home at Mark Moore Field Saturday to host Vinemont and they put runs on the board early and often to collect a 12-2 win over the Eagles.
Crimson Wright got the start for Fairview, and he retired...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Real lavender cookies
CULLMAN GARDENS inspired the magical-but-real setting for the folktale, “WUNDERGARTEN.” Let me guide you to the specific spot up a gentle path through the Wildflower Garden at Sportsman Lake in Cullman County, Alabama. This is where I rested a moment last August and the...
Files from yesteryear: 1939
Mr. John Ivey visited Mr. Hiram Ivey, of Joppa, on Sunday evening.
Misses Jennie Miller and Ruth and Ruby Johnson were the Saturday evening callers of Miss Marjorie Jackson.
Among the number represented at the reunion at Mr. and Mrs. Joy Lackey’s, on Sunday, were Mr....
Obituary: Patsy June Whitten
Patsy June Whitten, age 67, of Bear Creek, Alabama, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023, at her residence.
Patsy was born on April 3, 1955 in Haleyville, Alabama.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at 2 p.m. at New Bethel Baptist...
Obituary: Glenda Smith
Funeral service for Glenda Smith, age 79, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at Etha Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2023 at...
Obituary: Gloria Jean Jacks
Gloria Jean Jacks, age 75, of Double Springs, Alabama, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023, at Princeton Hospital.
She was born on July 27, 1947 in Haleyville, Alabama. Gloria was a Proverbs 31 woman and very well-rounded. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend....
Obituary: Louise McGriff
Louise McGriff, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Friday evening, March 10, 2023, at the age of 88. Louise was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on Sept. 26, 1934, to Odes Oliver and Georgia E. Lewis Taylor.
Ms. McGriff worked for King Edward as...
Crawford sentenced to 99 years following murder conviction
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jason Dewayne Crawford was sentenced Friday, March 10, 2023, to 99 years by Judge Martha Williams after he was convicted of first-degree murder in connection to the death of his wife, Tiffiney Joy Crawford in 2017.
The victim was shot twice in the...
EMS telecommunicators: Unsung heroes behind the scenes
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The men and women and who make up Cullman’s first responder community are tasked with keeping the county and its residents safe and protected. Emergency calls come in at all hours of the day and night from people in desperate...
Severe weather threat Sunday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Clusters of showers and thunderstorms will move into areas north of I-20 by early this evening and spread across the northern half of the state through early Sunday morning. These storms are not forecast to become severe.
Clusters of showers and thunderstorms, possibly forming into...
Wilson honored as state leader on International Women’s Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Ashley Wilson, founder and director of Curt’s Closet, was honored as one of This is Alabama’s 25 Women Who Shape the State at an awards ceremony and luncheon at The Club in Homewood on Wednesday, March 8, International Women’s Day....
What’s in our water: Register for Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman residents have the opportunity to participate in researching Alabama’s abundant biodiversity and water resources at the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s (ACES) upcoming Alabama Water Watch (AWW) Monitoring Training Wednesday, April 5, from 12:30-6:30 p.m. at Camp Meadowbrook. The hybrid online/in-person...
Thompson Rents opening in Hanceville; Construction rental equipment available March 20
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thompson Tractor announced the upcoming opening of its newest Thompson Rents location at 6307 County Road 490 in Hanceville just east of the Dodge City exit off Interstate 65. Set to open on Monday, March 20, the store will be open...
West Elementary to host Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System demo
CULLMAN, Ala. - A school safety demonstration event will be held Monday, March 13, at 11:30 a.m. at West Elementary School, located at 303 Rosemont Ave. SW. The event will showcase a new Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System designed to protect students in the event...
‘All Creatures Great and Small’ Art Show Saturday, March 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Students from East and West Elementary Schools will showcase their artistic talents when the schools present the All Creatures Great and Small Art Show in the East Elementary gym Saturday, March 11, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Judith McBrayer, who teaches art at...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point pulls away to top Hanceville on the road 10-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back on the road Friday night for a county matchup at Hanceville and after three scoreless innings, West Point put three runs on the board in the fourth, two more in the fifth and another five...
Obituary: Leo Junior Anders
Leo Junior Anders, age 58, of Addison, passed away March 8, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
He was born on Jan. 18, 1965 in Cullman, AL to Henry Bud Anders and Christine Trussell Anders.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 from 1...
Obituary: Jerry “Wormy” Wayne Covington
Jerry "Wormy" Wayne Covington was born on February 18, 1951 in Haleyville, Alabama.
His parents were C.D. and Lois Covington. He graduated from Winston County High in 1969.
He served as Chief of police in Double Springs before he moved with his family to Florida, where...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 10, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2023. 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
March 8• forgery; person; forged title• criminal trespass-3rd...
Obituary: Robert L. Findlay, Jr.
Robert L. Findlay, Jr., 65, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 in Cullman, Alabama.
He was born May 13, 1957 to Robert and Betty Findlay. He is survived by his wife, Sharon (Godbee) Findlay of 42 years and a daughter, Nikki Findlay....
Obituary: Freda Pauline Freeman
A graveside service was held for Mrs. Freda Pauline Freeman on March 6, 2023, at Cullman Memory Gardens. Mrs. Freeman passed away on March 3, 2023, at her residence in Cullman. She was born Oct. 12, 1947, to Vernice Alton and Essie Myrtle Russell Calvert.
Mrs....
Obituary: Teresa Kay Jones Wooten
Funeral service for Teresa Kay Jones Wooten, 49, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Springhill Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery.
Rev. Tim Aris, Rev. Terry Blankenship and Arby Chandler will officiate. The family will receive friends at...
Health Science Career Fair connects students to future employers
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hundreds of Wallace State students visited with dozens of potential employers Thursday during the Health Science Career Fair. This was the second of two career fairs held this week, with the first held Tuesday and geared toward students in Academic and...
An unexpected retirement: EES principal David Wiggins to retire after 17 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School Principal David Wiggins on Tuesday announced his retirement to staff and coworkers. Wiggins, who has been principal at the school for 17 years, is a community favorite, with a generation of kids getting one of his famous high-fives...
ALEA launches 3rd annual ‘Think Smart Before You Start Spring Break’ campaign
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – March 20, marks the first official day of spring, meaning vacation and spring break travel plans are on the rise. While the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will continue to focus on dangerous driving behaviors such as speeding, following too closely...
Sign up now for spring 2023 CCSO Citizens’ Academy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Applications are now being accepted for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy - spring 2023 session. The Citizens' Academy is an opportunity for all residents of Cullman County to learn about the role of law enforcement in our community.
“We realize...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont picks up 12-4 win at J.B. Pennington, West Point falls at Arab 4-2
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- The Vinemont Eagles took a road trip to J.B. Pennington Thursday afternoon, and they jumped out to a quick lead on their way to a 12-4 win over the Tigers.
Vinemont 12 - J.B. Pennington 4 (Baseball)
Hayden Robinson led off the game for...
WSCC Lady Lions advance to ACCC Finals with 89-65 win over Lawson State
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College women's basketball advanced to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Championship Final Thursday after defeating Lawson State in the semifinals 89-65. They will face their conference rival, Shelton State, on Friday at 4 p.m. at the Event...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Working hard is the key to success’: Cold Springs’ Ella Bruer talks junior season
BREMEN, Ala. – This season was another special one for the Cold Springs Lady Eagles. They more than tripled their win total from last season, going from 10 to 31, won an area title and made another deep postseason run that saw them finish...
Cullman County Schools announces partnership with Academy of Craft Training
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced a new partnership with the Academy of Craft Training (ACT). Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Assistant Director/WBL Coordinator Haynes Riddle was selected to lead the initiative in north Alabama.
Beginning this August, students enrolled in the 11th...
Obituary: Liddie Bee Bryan
Funeral service for Liddie Bee Bryan, age 90, of Baileyton, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2023, at Eidson Chapel Cumberland Presbytarian Church with Floyd Bradford officiating; interment in Eidson Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported March 9, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
March 6• dog bite; CR 422• trespassing; criminal mischief; 10 St. SE Hanceville• domestic...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard’: Good Hope’s Campbell Koch excited for freshman season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The 2023 softball season has arrived for the Good Hope Lady Raiders and even though they will be fielding a young team this year, they have quickly matured and gotten better over the past two seasons. Freshman Campbell Koch talked...
PREP BOWLING: 3 local bowlers earn All-State honors
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The state’s high school bowling coaches conducted a poll amongst themselves to award All-State honors and three local bowlers earned recognition after outstanding seasons. West Point’s Kevin Vance earned first team All-State honors and a spot on the 1A-5A first team....
Planning commission makes multiple recommendations
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Planning Commission moved forward on several recommendations at its meeting on Monday night after five public hearings.
A public hearing was held and short form subdivision approved for property located at Third Avenue Southeast and Fourth Street Southeast....
State correctional officers to receive pay increase
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) Commissioner John Hamm recently announced pay increases and new pay grades for correctional officers statewide. The ADOC said this is an important step in the commissioner’s plan to strengthen the department’s recruiting and retention efforts.
The ADOC...
City appoints Sullins to full planning commission term
CULLMAN, Ala. – Michael Sullins was appointed to a full, six-year term on the City of Cullman Planning Commission at Monday’s Cullman City Council meeting. Mayor Woody Jacobs made the recommendation, and the council agreed. Sullins had been serving a partial term; he was...
WSCC career fair offers job opportunities for students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Hundreds of people made their way around the indoor track of the Traditions Bank Arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum at Wallace State Community College Tuesday, when dozens of potential employers were set up for the Academic & Technical Career Fair hosted...
Chief David Nassetta settling into new position
CULLMAN, Ala. – Since being named Cullman police chief by the Cullman City Council on Dec. 5, 2022, David Nassetta has settled into his new position with ease. Nassetta said he is very thankful for the support of Mayor Woody Jacobs and the members...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 8, 2023. 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
March 6• theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
Obituary: Joey Lowery
Beloved father and son, Joey Lowery, passed away peacefully in his home on March 5, 2023, aged 56. Joey was a proud father of two children and grandfather of two.
He is survived by his son, Justin, and Justin's two children, Aiden and Genevieve; his...
Obituary: Willadean Martin Sprinkle
Willadean Martin Sprinkle, 74, of Nauvoo, entered into rest on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Willadean was born on Sept. 6, 1948 in Cullman, Alabama. She enjoyed playing old records, sewing, being outside, and playing with her grandkids....
Obituary: Ruby Christeen Clark
Funeral service for Ruby Christeen Clark, 73, of Cullman, will be 2 p.m., Friday, March 10, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home. The visitation will be Thursday, March 9, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home. Rev. Steve Rodgers will officiate the...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Always have confidence’: Good Hope’s Alexandria Steed excited for freshman season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders are ready for another year of softball after making it to Regionals last year and freshman Alexandria Steed talked about all she gained from that experience.
"We came out pretty rough, but we did good for...
United Way Crawfish Boil returns March 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a three-year hiatus the United Way of Cullman County Crawfish Boil will be held Friday, March 24, from 5-7 p.m. at Goat Island Brewing.
The Crawfish Boil is sponsored by Hank’s Sports Bar in Cullman, which will cook the crawfish for...
Alabama State Chapter receives National Wild Turkey Federation Acreage Award
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - At the recent National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention celebrating the 50th anniversary of the organization, the Alabama Chapter received the prestigious Acreage Award for land conservation in the state. In 2022, the NWTF Alabama State Chapter conserved or enhanced more...
City Spring Cleanup coming March 20-24
CULLMAN, Ala. – City of Cullman Sanitation customers will get a hand with spring cleaning the week of March 20-24. Spring Cleanup week allows customers to place things such as appliances, furniture, mattresses and other large items curbside for the sanitation department to dispose...
Children’s of Alabama doctor stresses importance of good night’s sleep
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Children’s of Alabama pediatrician Dr. Erinn Schmit encourages parents to consider their children’s sleep health during National Sleep Awareness Week. It begins on Sunday, March 12, the start of daylight saving time, and runs through Saturday, March 18.
Schmit says this is...
Self-defense class coming Thursday, March 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Refuge Church of God will host a self-defense class on Thursday, March 9, at 6 p.m. at 1115 U.S. Highway 278 East. Open to the public, the class will be instructed by members of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Participation in...
National School Breakfast Week this week
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it “breaks the fast” from our overnight sleep. A good breakfast is an especially important part of fueling a child’s success in school.
Did you know that...
Ivey delivers 2023 State of the State Address
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday night delivered the 2023 State of the State Address.
Below are the governor’s remarks, in full:
Lieutenant Governor Ainsworth, Pro Tem Reed, Speaker Ledbetter, Speaker Pro Tem Pringle, members of the Alabama Legislature, justices of the Alabama Supreme...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville rolls past Oakman 10-3
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Oakman Wildcats for a varsity matchup Tuesday night and the Bulldogs jumped out to a quick lead on their way to a 10-3 win over the Wildcats.
Hunter Black got the start for Hanceville and gave up a...
