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    WFF Enforcement K9 Unit a different breed

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    One turkey hunter was extremely grateful that the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Law Enforcement Section has a K9 unit, although there is little public awareness of this enforcement asset. Of course, the reason few people have heard about it is this K9 unit...

    Morning music: “Glory, Glory, When I Lay My Burden Down”

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    At first you might think you are listening to another version of "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" and it is very similar, but "Glory, Glory, When I Lay My Burden Down" is not about death, as is "Will the Circle Be Unbroken," but about...

    A poem written with love to my mother, Carolyn Vandiver

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    A poem written with love to my Mother, Carolyn Vandiver                "Mama"                   Mama, so many times I've called your name and every time there came an answer just the same. You always knew when something was wrong and with a few caring words, soon the problem was...

    Morning music: “Happy”

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    "Happy" is a song written, produced, and performed by American singer and record producer Pharrell Williams, from the Despicable Me 2 soundtrack album. It also served as the lead single from Williams' second studio album, Girl (2014). It was first released on Nov. 21,...

    Always Reforming: Tenacity

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    This is the fifth in a series of five. Our focus today is tenacity. Caleb has long been one of my favorite biblical personages. I marvel at his TENACITY. He made the right decisions. He trusted God. He obeyed. He also endured 40 years in the wilderness...

    Eliminating Nuclear Weapons is Just as Important as Eliminating Chemical Weapons

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    The apparent employment of chemical weapons in Syria should remind us that, while weapons of mass destruction exist, there is a serious danger that they will be used.   That danger is highlighted by an article in the September/October 2013 issue of the Bulletin of the...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: Why didn’t someone tell me?

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    Why didn’t someone tell me that it was going to be like this? Getting old, I mean. When I was younger I thought my grandparents had it all figured out. They were the wisest people I knew, the ones who gave the best advice,...

    Part 2: There but for fortune: a mother’s story

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      This is the true story of heartache, physical, sexual and alcohol abuse, love, hate, financial burdens and finally, finding joy, happiness and hope. We trust that you will understand why the names and some of the circumstances had to be changed to protect the privacy...

    Countdown to Christmas: Decorating with food

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    Decorating with food is fun and although some vegetables can become very complicated, others like the ones I’m about to show you, are relatively simple. Artichokes are an architectural marvel. They come tightly woven but with a little preparation you can safely maneuver to the...

    Morning Music: “Don’t Leave Me This Way”

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    This song was one of the biggest hits of the disco era. With a driving, rhythmic beat that will have you longing for those glitzy disco balls and white polyester suits like John Travolta wore in "Saturday Night Fever," it will bring back lots...

    Countdown to Christmas: How to make awesome Brussels sprouts

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    Over the next several days leading up to Christmas, Tribune columnist Loretta Gillespie will be sharing Christmas tips with our readers. They will include recipes, craft projects, unique home decorating ideas and more.   Brussels sprouts are ridiculously cheap so it makes good sense to...

    Community with Carol: Josh Swindall of Cullman Christian School

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    Josh Swindall with his wife and children (contributed) I was impressed with my guest this week on “Community with Carol,” Josh Swindall, the new principal at Cullman Christian School.  Cullman Christian School began as a nonprofit protestant school in 2007 and accommodates children of all...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: Winter care and feeding of houseplants

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    This time of year is transitional for people and plants. When it’s time for us to get out warm sweaters and scarves, it’s also time to bring plants indoors for the winter. Even when temps are not freezing, the wind this time of year can...

    Morning music: “Young Hearts Run Free” by Cullman County’s Candi Staton

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    We have a very special edition of Morning Music today! A native of Hanceville/ Colony, Candi Staton is a hometown girl who made good, but has never forgotten her roots! A couple of years ago, she was inducted into the Alabama Music Hall of Fame...

    Always Reforming: Courage

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    This is the second in a series of five. In this article we focus on Courage. Perhaps a quote from the well-known exchange in “The Wizard of Oz” provides insight into this quality. Listen in as Dorothy challenges the Cowardly Lion. Dorothy: My goodness, what a fuss...

    Part 4: There but for fortune: a mother’s story

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      This is the true story of heartache, physical, sexual and alcohol abuse, love, hate, financial burdens and finally, finding joy, happiness and hope. We trust that you will understand why the names and some of the circumstances had to be changed to protect the privacy...

    The Dash Diet: A Review

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    There are a great many diets floating around these days, each with some extreme weight-loss claims and an eating regime that involves either cutting something out or adding something totally weird to your normal meal system. However, there is one in particular that currently...

    LETTER TO THE EDITOR: DA Blaylock endorses Steve Marshall for Alabama AG

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    A letter to the editor, submitted by Cullman County District Attorney C. Wilson Blaylock, is presented below without edits: I agree with the NRA, Alabama Citizens for Life, and the Alabama Farmers Federation: we need Steve Marshall to continue serving as our Attorney General.  Despite...

    GUEST EDITORIAL: Plan ahead to stay fit during the holidays

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    Tis the season for homemade sweets that only come around one time of the year. These tempting treats usually come with obligatory attendance to an event with family, friends or coworkers. So, since you’re at a party and your favorite treat won’t stop staring...

    Guest Editorial: Part 3 of 3: The American Church – The path to effectiveness

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    Following is an opinion/guest editorial piece- Part 3 of 3: The American Church – The path to effectiveness- submitted by Pastor Tom Fillinger, IgniteUS Ministries- info@igniteus.net. The decline of the American church is an issue that is beyond dispute. That being the case, what is...

    This Father’s Day bittersweet for Senator-Elect Garlan Gudger

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    Local businessman, Cullman City Council President and Senator-Elect Garlan Gudger, Jr. is first and foremost a husband and father. This year, Father's Day will be bittersweet because of the recent loss of his dad, who was a familiar face in Cullman and a hero...

    Countdown to Christmas: Gift wrapping ideas

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    I love plain brown wrapping paper, or plain white, because you can dress them up so cleverly that they look like artwork or arrangements made from clipped greenery. First wrap your gift in either of the above papers, or with burlap, if you are really...

    Opinion: A Reminder of the Blessings of Being American

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    A Follow-Up on Fort Hood   Last week a horrible event repeated itself. A lone gunman attacked the army base of Fort Hood, killing three and injuring 16 others. This was less than five years after Army Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan killed 13 people and injured...

    ALGOP statement on Sen. Jeff Sessions’ nomination for U.S. attorney general

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    Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Alabama MONTGOMERY - On Friday morning, President-elect Donald Trump announced that U.S. Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Alabama will serve in his cabinet as U.S. Attorney General. Alabama Republican Party Chairman Terry Lathan issued the following statement on the nomination: "The Alabama Republican Party is...

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

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

    Foxgloves and Fireflies: the moral of the Thanksgiving story

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    You know it’s going to be a bad day when you get up and start preparing your Thanksgiving dinner at daylight and you pour grits into your cornbread batter instead of corn meal. Now, we all know that grits and corn meal are very...

    Cullman Memory Gardens update from Rep. Randall Shedd

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    Cullman Memory Gardens update from Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview: The situation at Cullman Memory Gardens has been a long and frustrating turn of events to say the least. Hopefully, this is the year families and the community will see the cemetery begin to return to...

    TRIBUNE COLUMN: News from the Pond

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    Dripping Springs NSDAR members at the 120th annual conference at Auburn University. Back row, (left to right) are Linda Kuykendall, Pam Reid, Brenda Scott and Pat Kahler. Seated on the front row, (left to right) are Rhonda VanZandt, Athelia Gibbs, Julia Floyd, Linda Schiger...

    Perspective: Cullman VFW, Auxiliary march to remember 9/11

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    On Friday members of the Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars and Auxiliary took part in a march around Sportsman Lake in remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States. Carrying flags including Old Glory, all five branch flags, the Firefighter and...

    NASA, so what? The hometown connection

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    Photo shows James Webb Space Telescope mirror segments. “Yeah, sure, NASA launches rockets and sends probes into outer space. It’s neat I guess. But, so what? What they do doesn’t affect me personally.” I’ve heard a few folks say this in my 23+ years with...

    From Cheaha to Meaher, state parks diversity abounds

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    Cheaha State Park's Callie Thornton takes in the vista at Bald Rock. (Photo by David Rainer) By David Rainer, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources From a shaded retreat on John’s Bay in the Mobile-Tensaw Delta to the boardwalk atop the highest mountain in the...

    Shedd: We need to implement a hay transportation program now

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    CULLMAN - The current drought is really hurting the cattle industry in my legislative district and relief is no where in sight. This week, I met with numerous agribusiness officials in Montgomery, including Alabama Cattlemen Association officers to discuss ways to help cattle farmers...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: Turkey platter obsession

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      I’m not sure just what started it, but more than likely it was just like any other collection, you just find something that speaks to your heart and you purchase it and put it in a place where you can enjoy it and it...

    Wilson, Watts: Do not let your guard down on COVID-19 in Alabama

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    Mark Wilson, M.D., health officer, Jefferson County Department of Health Ray L. Watts, M.D., president, University of Alabama at Birmingham As parts of Alabama’s safer-at-home measures relax Monday, May 11, health experts — including public health officials and world-renowned UAB infectious disease doctors and researchers...

    University degree not the only pathway to great careers in Alabama

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    Josh Laney, Ed.S., sr. director for workforce development with the Alabama State Department of Education: Many of us grew up with the idea that the only way to get a good career in Alabama was via a four-year college degree or higher. For years, we...

    Commentary on Sunshine Week

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    Image courtesy of sunshineweek.org   Dr. Chris Roberts, University of Alabama Department of Journalism and Creative Media Alabama Press Association I played the role of Atticus Finch for you by taking on an unpopular cause in court. I sued Harper Lee. But unlike the attorney in Lee’s famed “To...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: A little thought with eyes

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    I have a friend who was revived after being coded, and later on her sister, who is a nurse, looked up the hospital records to see how long she was "gone." We were all shocked to learn that the official time was 22 minutes. The night...

    Community with Carol: Ross Harrison of Sacred Heart School, part 2

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    Ross Harrison, left, with Carol Berry, right (Brittany Howell for The Cullman Tribune) This week on Community with Carol, I continued my interview with Ross Harrison, the PTO president at Sacred Heart School. The history that Sacred Heart has in our community was too much...

    OPINION: Why I Am Voting for Donald Trump

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    Why I am voting for Donald Trump: Trump’s company of $10 billion has a larger budget than 15 other U.S. states’ budgets that are managed by governors and state legislatures. Trump is one of only two candidates in the race who has ever actually balanced a...

    Taking the Profit Out of War

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    We now have a huge war machine that dwarfs President Eisenhower’s warning about the undue influence of the military-industrial complex. In an Aug. 29, 2013 editorial for Common Dreams, Bruce Gagnon of the Global Network says, “We’ve become a killer nation. We have to...

    LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Protect access to health coverage for cancer patients

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    My family is full of cancer patients and survivors. Access to timely treatment, affordable medications and regular screenings/doctor visits are essential and the reason why those that I love are alive today. Any breaks in coverage could mean delayed care, not just for my...

    My Story: Leanne H. West

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    From The Cullman Tribune, April 28, 2016 edition:   April 27, 2011 – My Story Leanne H. West   I will always remember April 27, 2011, along with everyone else who was in Cullman County (or anywhere in Alabama) on that fateful day. I had the misfortune to be...

    OPINION: End of March, Good News for Troops

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    March marked the 150th month of the war in Afghanistan. Since October 7, 2001, U.S. troops have been deployed there. Their primary task had been to eliminate Afghanistan as a safe haven for terrorism, specifically the bases used to train and harbor those implicit...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: Propagating garden and house plants

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    It’s been a long time a’ comin’ but fall is finally beginning to show up in the early mornings, the leaves have changed to a lesser green, and although not entirely orange and yellow yet, I can see the promise of it coming. This has...

    Why I’m pro-life

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    The following is an opinion piece submitted to The Tribune by U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama. The opinions expressed are Aderholt's.   Our beliefs, our ideals and our very way of being are almost entirely rooted in the way we were raised.  The values that are...

    Dr. Adam Harrison responds to debate stoked by Facebook post

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    Editor's note: A post on a local Facebook page Saturday afternoon used a second-hand quote from Cullman physician Dr. Adam Harrison regarding in-person worship services without context or verification from Harrison himself. Sunday, Harris responded due to the heated debate that ensued as a...

    Plant It: Georgia Peach Heuchera, or ‘Coral Bells’

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    Georgia Peach Heuchera, or ‘Coral Bells’ perform well in Southern humidity. / Loretta Gillespie   This charming little plant will soon become part of a heuchera collection, if you are anything like me. I started off with Plum Pudding and then had to have every new...

    Attention all nerds: Happy Pi Day!

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    Welcome to March 14, or 3.14, commonly known in math geek circles as “Pi Day.” “Pi” or π is the Greek letter that represents the English letter P.  In geometry, the P stands for “perimeter,” the distance around a circle (also known as circumference).  Mathematicians...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: How to grow healthy, happy succulents

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    Succulents require little care, and they reward you with beautiful foliage and occasional blooms. The popularity of succulents has exploded over the past couple of years. That might be because these are such unusual looking, hardy plants – they practically thrive on neglect. Most, but not...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: Love is all you need

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    Adel and E.H. Mize, who were from Cullman, on their wedding day - Feb. 1, 1942 (photo contributed by family) The Bible mentions the word “love” 310 times. In the 60s the Beatles told us that “all we need is love” and for most of...

    What’s the Best Time to Workout?

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    Some of us are definitely morning people. We feel a burst of energy when we wake up and we can’t wait to seize the day. Others, however, tend to get their best wind during the afternoon or in the evening. So with all that...

    LETTER TO THE EDITOR: The Naked Emperor and church in Cullman County

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    The Protestant Church is in greater need of reformation today than the Roman Catholic Church was in the 16th century. Absolutely true! “The Emperor's New Clothes” is a Danish fairy tale written by Hans Christian Andersen and first published in 1837. The phrase “the emperor...

    Poet’s Corner: “The Shepherds”

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    "And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them." Luke 2:20 The Shepherds Out in the fields the shepherds kept, their flocks beneath the sky. The angel came and so afraid, the shepherds...

    Billy Bob’s Stories and Stuff: To catch a mockingbird

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    Those silly dogs of mine will chase anything that moves and a few things that don’t. They rarely catch the things they chase except the ones that don’t move. The non-moving objects have included rocks, trees, paper someone threw down in the yard and...

    OP-ED: Gov. Kay Ivey: 1 year in, serving Alabama

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    Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey / Courtesy of "Governor Kay Ivey's First Year" April 10, 2018, marks one year since I unexpectedly became governor. With only three hours’ notice I was called on to lead. The tasks at hand were plentiful. We had to restore integrity to state...

    OPINION: How to Fix a Broken Congress

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    Almost 90 percent of Americans agree the 113th Congress has failed miserably at their jobs. Some blame Republicans. Others blame Democrats. Still others blame the President. A few blame everyone. No matter who is to blame, the root of the problem remains. Problems demand...

    Statement: ITC made the right call in reversing newsprint tariffs

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    From the Alabama Press Association: The International Trade Commission unanimously voted today to reverse the newsprint tariffs.  We will know about the commission’s reasoning when it issues a final report on Sept. 17.  The cash deposits will be refunded to newsprint manufacturers, but that will...

    Morning music: “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”

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    This morning's feel good song makes it almost impossible to be sad..."Don't Worry, Be Happy" is one of those tunes that just plain makes you smile. Happy Monday, y'all !!! Bobby McFerrin Jr. (born March 11, 1950) is an American jazz vocalist and conductor. He...

    Community with Carol: Martha Lawrence with Cullman’s Little Pantry

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    Martha Lawrence, left, and Carol Berry, right (Brittany Howell for The Cullman Tribune) Martha Lawrence was my guest this week on Community with Carol.  In April 2017, Martha started Cullman’s Little Pantry, the first in the state of Alabama. The pantry, a wooden box located on...

    This year’s Veterans Day celebration is for our Vietnam veterans

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    This year, the Cullman Elks Lodge will host a community-wide celebration of Veterans Day at Cullman Airport all day, Saturday, Nov. 4. The focus this year will be on honoring our Vietnam veterans.  It will include helicopter rides over Cullman, provided by the Army...

    My granddaddy, my coach: Longtime Cold Springs coach Clay Campbell to be inducted into the AHSAA Sports Hall of Fame

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    Longtime Cold Springs track and cross country coach Clay Campbell will be inducted into the AHSAA Sports Hall of Fame in March 2019. (Photo by Destiny Campbell) Coach John Wooden once said, “Ability may get you to the top, but it takes character to keep...

    A special day to honor our mothers

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    Perhaps you’ve never heard of Ann Marie Reeves Jarvis, but because of her, we celebrate Mother’s Day. She was born in Culpepper, Virginia, on Sept. 30, 1832. Her father, a Methodist minister, was transferred to a church in Barbour County, Virginia. Later, in the...

    Countdown to Christmas: Make-ahead appetizers

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    Here is a list of recipes that are tried and true, they’ve stood the test of time and people never seem to tire of them! Most recipes are on the boxes of ingredients listed, if not, the recipe will be furnished.   Sausage/Cheese Balls (recipe on Bisquick...

    Letter to the editor: East Elementary students create Little Free Library

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    Good morning! I have a HUGE project that needs publicity within our Cullman community. I am the librarian at East Elementary and I have a group of advanced sixth graders who have just completed a project-based learning unit where they researched “summer slide” and the...

    Letter to the Editor: Fighting together for a better Alabama

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    Hi, my name is Spencer Sandlin. I’m 30 years old and have lived in Cullman for three years now, and I love it out here. I have noticed, though, that there is some work to do out here and would like my fellow neighbors...

    Part 3: There but for fortune: a mother’s story

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      This is the true story of heartache, physical, sexual and alcohol abuse, love, hate, financial burdens and finally, finding joy, happiness and hope.   We trust that you will understand why the names and some of the circumstances had to be changed to protect the privacy...

    News from the Pond: DAR Good Citizens

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    These are the winners in the Good Citizen /Essay contest held by the Dripping Springs Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. They were announced at the January meeting. From Left are: Mrs. Julia Floyd, Regent; Catherine Hoffpauir, West Point High School; Madalyn Olivia Williams,...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: Savers of strings and other things

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    I spent all day yesterday in my attic. Hunching over to avoid the gabled beams, I labored for hours packing away Halloween and Thanksgiving/fall decorations, stacking items collected over a lifetime to the rafters. I was especially nostalgic this year, taking care to pack carefully...

    Part 5: There but for fortune: a mother’s story

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      This is the true story of heartache, physical, sexual and alcohol abuse, love, hate, financial burdens and finally, finding joy, happiness and hope. We trust that you will understand why the names and some of the circumstances had to be changed to protect the privacy...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: Clever clutter cover-ups

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    Now that the holidays are almost over, some of us are already dismantling our decorations. It feels kinda good to see the normal room reappear, but sad in a way because the decorations held the gray skies at bay for a few weeks. If your...

    Community with Carol: Flourish of Cullman, Inc.

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    Carol Berry, left and Flourish of Cullman, Inc.’s Melissa Dew (Courtesy of Carol Berry) I am excited to partner with the Cullman Tribune to write a new weekly series, “Community with Carol.” This series will be focused on community awareness. As a lifelong Cullman resident,...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: Things Southern women say

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    If you are one of Facebook’s gazillion users, you’ve probably seen the videos that start out with some pretty, well-dressed women walking across a street, then striking a pose for the camera to the sound of glass breaking. You know the one I’m talking about,...

    The touchy subject of taxes

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    I am fortunate to work in a school system whose community voted to keep a local tax to improve schools. I am also fortunate to live in a community that has supported an ad valorem tax for the past 60 years. This tax has...

    Hunting season 2016

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    Crisp autumn mornings.  Guns and ammo on sale in the sporting goods stores.  This can only mean one thing- hunting season is upon us.  That time of year when every guy becomes an outdoorsman, tunes up their 4 X 4, buys new orange camo...

    Countdown to Christmas: Great gifts for not a lot of money: salt candles

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    Over the next several days leading up to Christmas, Tribune columnist Loretta Gillespie will be sharing Christmas tips with our readers. They will include recipes, craft projects, unique home decorating ideas and more.   Most people start out with good intentions about holiday spending, but by...

    LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Make time for the real reason for Memorial Day

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    Each year, a local veterans’ organization leads our county observance of Memorial Day. Since this occasion is meant to remember and honor those Americans who have perished in service to our nation, this is a more subdued and solemn event. This year, our county Memorial...

    Morning music: “If You’re Ready, Come Go with Me”

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    This is the fourth installment of a new weekday morning post called "Morning music." From The Tribune's Loretta Gillespie: "We are about to make your mornings a little brighter, happier and a whole lot more fun than listening to a lot of bad news!...

    OPINION: The Heartbleed Bug: How Secure Are We?

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    It’s become known as the greatest mistake on the Internet of all time. It is the largest security breach online ever . . . and it was a total accident. The Heartbleed Bug, as it’s become known, was first reported and named by Codenomicon...

    Guest Editorial: Part 2 of 3: The American Church – What are the causes of decline?

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    Following is an opinion/guest editorial piece- Part 2 of 3: The American Church – What are the causes of decline?- submitted by Pastor Tom Fillinger, IgniteUS Ministries- info@igniteus.net. See part 1 here. Identifying ‘cause’ is always challenging. There is seldom a single causal factor when dealing...

    Honoring our Vietnam veterans Nov. 4

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    On Saturday, Nov. 4, the citizens of Cullman County will honor their military veterans at a daylong event at Cullman Regional Airport in Vinemont. Full details on the entire event can be found at          www.cullmanveteransday.com. Parking and admission are free. This year, the focus of...

    Foxgloves & Fireflies: Decorating for fall, y’all!

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    Candles always give a space a warmth and coziness; use your plaid throws to enhance the feeling and to prolong your time spent on the porch when there is a little chill in the air. / Dominique Gillespie The weather has finally taken a small...

    Foxgloves & fireflies: Throwing a simple graduation party

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    Fruit kabobs are an easy dessert or snack for a simple graduation party. Image: Pinterest There are graduation parties, and then, there are graduation parties. Both are about the same thing, but there are worlds of difference in how they are conducted. If your graduation...

    Farm Bill passage provides certainty for farmers

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    MONTGOMERY - Final passage of a five-year farm bill by Congress today (Dec. 12, 2018) was welcome news for Alabama farmers eager to prepare for the 2019 crop year. The House of Representatives approved the bipartisan legislation by a 369-47 vote, following Senate passage on...

    TRIBUNE COLUMN: The importance of honoring all veterans

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    Vietnam veteran Jim Alderman reacts during a therapy session for combat-related stress at the Bay Pines Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Bay Pines, Fla. Oct. 29, 2015. DoD photo by EJ Hersom It’s almost surreal that our country is at war half a world away,...

    A tribute to my friend, Tom Drake

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    Tom Drake and his best buddy, Miss Minnie   Did you ever wonder if people dance in Heaven? What about pets, do you ever wonder if there are pets in Heaven? If so, then Tom Drake is jitterbugging his way through the Pearly Gates and down the...

    Community with Carol: Katie Loyd of St. Vincent de Paul

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    Carol Berry with Katie Loyd I believe I have found the oldest nonprofit in Cullman: St. Vincent de Paul.  The mission of this organization is to assist the less fortunate of our community on a confidential basis with necessities such as food and winter coats...

    News from the Pond: Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizens named

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    The Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented Good Citizens Awards to Owen Griffith Lovell, of Cullman High School, Jefferson Lee Wayne Boyett, of Cold Springs High School, Taylor Lee Dover, of Fairview  High School, Dawson Foust, of Holly Pond...

    Thank you, Deputy Nunn

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    Last week, my husband and I were going south on Interstate 65 when we hit a piece of steel in the road. One tire blew right away. Because of it being a steel tire, it caused my minivan to go to the left, which...

    Thank goodness for farmers

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    Perhaps you had milk with your cereal this morning; if so, you can thank a farmer. Or maybe, if you buttered your whole wheat toast, used some sweet strawberry jam or some delicious apple butter on it, you can thank a farmer. All over Cullman...

    LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Sen. Garlan Gudger: ‘Why I support the Rebuild Alabama Plan’

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    Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman is seen here with supporters in Cullman on June 5, 2018. (Cullman Tribune file photo) On Tuesday, Governor Kay Ivey signed the Rebuild Alabama plan (House Bill 2) into law—understandably, this measure to increase Alabama’s investment in infrastructure has received a...

    Cinderella Leaves a Lasting Impression at St. Bernard Prep School

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    CULLMAN - St. Bernard Preparatory School’s production of “Cinderella” was held recently and their talented students and staff presented the story like no other. “Cinderella”, a Rodgers & Hammerstein Production, is a timeless classic enjoyed by many for generations. The junior version of the...

    Community with Carol: Victim Services of Cullman, Inc.

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    Carol Berry, left, with Jamie Sims, right, of Victim Services of Cullman, Inc. (contributed) I am excited to partner with the Cullman Tribune to write this weekly series, “Community with Carol.” This series is focused on community awareness. As a lifelong Cullman resident, I love my...

    10 unconventional Halloween flicks

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    Every year when Halloween comes around, everyone has their go-to list of movies they traditionally like to watch. Whether it’s an installment of the "Halloween," "Saw" or "Friday the 13th" franchise, you know what you're going to get and probably have them memorized by...

    County fair still something special

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    The Cullman County Fair started the year that I was born. At the time, people were getting back a sense of normalcy after the end of WWll and the housing boom had hit Cullman. The average cost of a house in the U.S. was...

    TRIBUNE COLUMN: News from the Pond, June 30

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    Holly Pond Civitan Club members with their two guest speakers at their recent meeting; Julia Floyd, secretary; Kay Stewart, local club president; Megan Mindel, membership specialist, Civitan International; Jenny Ely, director of donor relations and strategy, Civitan International; Lyndell House, Lynn Jetton and Tammy...

    Always Reforming: Competence

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    This is the third in a series of five. There exists formal research data that reveals that incompetent leadership is a major cause of decline in the Evangelical Church. In my work as a church consultant my observation and research confirm this to be...

    GUEST EDITORIAL: Alabama Bicentennial: 200 ways to save Alabama for the next 200 years

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    Ben Johnson South (Cullman Tribune file photo) The following is a guest editorial by local author Ben Johnson South, who offers Gov. Kay Ivey his suggestions on how to save Alabama for the next 200 years as we celebrate our state's Bicentennial. See more about...

    Always Reforming: Dysfunctions and decline

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    Last week we focused on assessment and why that process is so important. Assessment informs a local church of the true condition of ministry. It answers the question – “Are we making disciples fully formed in the image of Christ in character and conduct?'...

    Morning music: “I Can See Clearly Now”

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    Good morning! What more perfect song for today than this 1972 chart buster by the guy who discovered Bob Marley! Open your sunroof, put on your shades and turn your newspaper up LOUD ! It's Friday, y'all !!! "I Can See Clearly Now,"  written and...

    Local veterans preparing for Memorial Day- learn the true meaning

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    Letter to the Editor Cullman area military veterans will be having a busy month in May as we prepare to remember and to honor our nation’s war dead. During the days preceding the official holiday, the VFW will place 250 American flags in the median...