Fairview council talks park progress, athlete scholarships
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Jan. 6, 2024, meeting of the Fairview Town Council was called to order by Mayor Keith Henry and opened with an invocation by Councilwoman Julie Grimes. The council’s business included discussions on progress toward a new town park, as well...
Holly Pond council talks spending
HOLLY POND, Ala. — The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday, Jan. 6, voted to raise two town government wages, viewed a proposed ordinance for mayor and council salaries and received a report on road repair spending in 2024.
The council raised the hourly wages...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville earns 57-55 area win at Vinemont; Lady Eagles pull away to win 74-36
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Bulldogs traveled to Vinemont to take on the Eagles in a pair of big area games Thursday night and they split their varsity matchups. In the girls' game, a huge second half from the Lady Eagles helped them pull away from...
Fee hired to lead Wallace State Men’s Soccer
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has hired James Fee to lead the men’s soccer team, announced Dr. Vicki Karolewics, President. Fee begins his tenure this week.
“We are proud to welcome Coach Fee to Wallace State as we reintroduce soccer to the Lions...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Broncos collect 59-30 area win over J.B. Pennington, Broncos fall to Tigers 43-41
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos and Lady Broncos were back home for a pair of area matchups against J.B. Pennington Tuesday night and they split their games with the Tigers. In the girls’ game, Holly Pond jumped out to a big...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman opens area play with 74-42 win over Mortimer Jordan, Lady Bearcats fall 61-51
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena to open area play against Mortimer Jordan Tuesday night and the Bearcat teams split their matchups with the Blue Devils. The Lady Bearcats led Mortimer Jordan early in the second quarter but after falling...
FAITH: ‘Putting Him first in my life has brought so much joy and peace in my heart’: West Point’s Thomas Ferster talks relationship with God
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point track-and-field runner Thomas Ferster has had a lot of success on and off the track and he credits that success to his relationship with God. In this interview, Thomas talked about the impact that God has made on...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders split varsity matchups with Arab
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Coming off a pair of wins over Dora to start out 2025, the Good Hope Raiders returned home on Friday night to take on the Arabian Knights. In the girls’ game, the Lady Raiders built a big lead in the fourth quarter...
FAITH: ‘Always believe in yourself, and with God, all things are possible’: Holly Pond’s Ariona Norris discusses her relationship with God
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond senior Ariona Norris has overcome adversity in her life and in this interview, she talked about how her faith helped her overcome it.
"God impacts every part of my life. A few years ago, I went through a very...
PREP SPORTS: A look back at some of the best games of 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – 2024 was packed with some amazing games on the gridiron, the hardwood and more that had crowds on the edge of their seats from start to finish. From amazing comebacks to closely contested games, here are the best games that I...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs earns 43-39 win over Appalachian; Lady Eagles dominate, 78-22
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles were back home for a pair of varsity matchups against Appalachian Monday night and both teams earned wins. In the girls’ game, the Lady Eagles knocked down 14 three-pointers, eight of which came from...
No. 5 Alabama buries season-high 19 three-pointers to defeat South Dakota State 105-82
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The No. 5/6 Alabama men's basketball team picked up its first win after Christmas with a 105-82 win over the South Dakota State Jackrabbits, Sunday afternoon inside Coleman Coliseum.
The Crimson Tide (11-2) had its most successful outing from beyond the arc this season, burying a season-high 19 three-pointers, led by Aden Holloway with eight of...
UNA Softball to host Alabama on March 26 at Florence Sportsplex
FLORENCE, Ala. – North Alabama Softball is providing the perfect stocking stuffer this holiday season, as the Lions announced Monday they will host the Alabama Crimson Tide on March 26, 2025 at the Florence Sportsplex.
Tickets are on sale immediately and can be purchased here.
"I cannot wait...
CPRST: Softball, T-ball and baseball registration now open
CULLMAN, Ala. - Registration for softball, T-ball and baseball through Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) is open now through Feb. 13, 2025.
According to CPRST, signups are for kids aged 3-12. Practices will begin in March, with two weekly practices on Monday, Tuesday...
PREP BASKETBALL: Warriors pull away to top Decatur Heritage 68-52, win Christmas Tournament Championship
WEST POINT, Ala. – After defeating East Lawrence and Corner on Thursday and Friday, West Point was back on the court to play Decatur Heritage in its Christmas Tournament finals Saturday afternoon. The Warriors trailed by 3 at halftime but outscored the Eagles 27-8...
Rapid Response Training LLC offering EMT course at Good Hope VFD
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rapid Response Training LLC is hosting an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course at the Good Hope Volunteer Fire Department beginning Jan. 4, 2025. The program is designed to provide participants with essential skills for delivering basic life support in emergency situations....
Wallace State’s banner year: Top 10 ranking, record enrollment and major capital investments
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — In 2024, Wallace State Community College, under the leadership of president Dr. Vicki Karolewics, was recognized as one of 10 national finalists for the prestigious 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, experienced record-breaking enrollment, announced capital investments of more than...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point rallies to top East Lawrence 65-57; Holly Pond falls to Corner 76-60
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point High School is hosting its annual Christmas Tournament at Jim Boyd Gymnasium this week and both the Warriors and Broncos are competing in this year’s field. Both teams played their first matchups Thursday night, starting with the West...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 3 Cullman handles Pike Road 70-40
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena for one more matchup on the hardwood before Christmas arrives and the ‘Cats put together a dominant performance against Pike Road. Cullman smothered the Patriots on the defensive end and knocked down 14 three-pointers...
Wallace State Singers shine on professional stage at Country Tonite
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Members of the Wallace State Singers got a taste of what it’s like to perform on a professional stage when the ensemble from Wallace State Community College traveled to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, to perform at Country Tonite, where three WSCC alumni...
MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Fairview, West Point capture county titles
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview High School’s Joe Shults Gymnasium was packed with local fans Saturday for the conclusion of this year’s county middle school basketball tournament. We got things started with the girls’ game between Fairview and Cold Springs and after a tight first...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 9 Vinemont topples No. 7 Holly Pond 56-46; Broncos down Eagles 56-29
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont hosted its rivals from Holly Pond for a pair of area battles Friday night. The girls’ game was a ranked matchup between the ninth-ranked Lady Eagles and the seventh-ranked Lady Broncos. Vinemont jumped out to a big lead early in...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman earns 74-55 win over Hartselle; Lady Bearcats fall 54-40
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena Tuesday night for a pair of varsity battles against their rivals from Hartselle and the Bearcats split their matchups. The Lady Bearcats fell behind early and made a late push in the second half...
Auburn football team chaplain Rev. Chette Williams passes away
AUBURN, Ala. – Rev. Chette Williams, Auburn football’s team chaplain for 26 seasons, passed away Sunday in an accident at Lake Martin at the age of 61.
Known affectionately as Brother Chette, Williams served as Auburn football’s team chaplain since 1999, completing his 26th season in 2024.
A...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville pulls away to top Vinemont in OT 46-38; Lady Eagles collect 55-21 win
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles traveled to Lane Horton Gymnasium Friday night for a pair of big area games against the Hanceville Bulldogs. Both local squads split their varsity matchups, with the Lady Eagles easily rolling past the Lady Bulldogs 55-21. Four quarters weren't enough...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison splits varsity matchups with Sumiton Christian
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted a pair of varsity games with Sumiton Christian Friday night and the Bulldog teams came away with a split. The Addison Lady Bulldogs pulled out a 46-38 win while the Bulldogs fell to the Eagles 64-53.
Addison 46 - Sumiton Christian...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Cross Country competes in 1st indoor races
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College recently participated in the Birmingham Indoor Icebreaker event in Birmingham, competing in four meets in a field that included four-year DI and DII schools.
In the 4,000-meter Men Distance Medley, a squad comprised of freshman Carson Masterson of...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison edges Meek in OT 47-45, Lady Bulldogs collect 47-36 win
ARLEY, Ala. -- Addison traveled to Arley to take on the Meek Tigers in a pair of varsity games Thursday night and both Bulldog squads returned home with wins. Meek is an area foe as well as a county rival for the Bulldogs. The Addison...
Alabama’s Jalen Milroe selected as 2024 Campbell Trophy recipient
LAS VEGAS – Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe was named the winner of the 2024 William V. Campbell Trophy, the National Football Foundation announced Tuesday at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
Milroe was one of 16 finalists for the Campbell, presented annually to college football's premier...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview splits varsity matchups with Section
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies returned home for a pair of varsity matchups against Section on Tuesday night and they split their games with the Lions. A big second half from the Lady Aggies helped them get past the Lady Lions 50-36 but in the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders pick up 61-53 win over Oneonta
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After collecting an 88-54 win over Cold Springs on Monday, the Good Hope Raiders were back on their home court Tuesday night to take on the Redskins of Oneonta. Good Hope went into the halftime break with an 11-point lead...
‘It’s a beautiful little community here’
Holly Pond’s ‘Christmas Cards in the Park’ happening now
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Town of Holly Pond kicked off the holiday season with its annual Christmas celebration Saturday, Dec. 7, at Governor’s Park.
Mayor Carla Hart got things going with the lighting the town’s Christmas...
City of Good Hope preparing for annual Christmas Parade, Love’s Travel Store to open Dec. 12
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first meeting of December at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and discussed preparations for this weekend’s upcoming holiday events.
This year’s Good Hope Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m....
Fairview Elementary holding Winter Coat and Shoe Drive
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary School is holding its Winter Coat and Shoe Drive. Donations will be collected through Dec. 19, and distributed Dec. 20.
Assistant Principal Robert Strane said this is the second time the school has held the event
“The first time we were...
Holly Pond seniors get in the Christmas spirit
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The seniors at the Holly Pond Senior Center celebrated their Christmas party lunch on Friday, Dec. 6. WVTM13 Chief Meteorologist Jason Simpson (a Holly Pond native) celebrated with the seniors as a surprise guest. The Holly Pond Bronco Band also...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison sweeps varsity matchups against Falkville
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Falkville Blue Devils for a pair of varsity matchups Friday night, and it was the Addison Bulldogs who came away with two victories. The Addison Ladies came away with a thrilling 51-48 victory in a back-and-forth contest. The Addison Men...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville splits area openers against Locust Fork
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs tipped off area play against Locust Fork Friday night and the Bulldog squads ended up splitting the matchups. In the varsity girls' game, Hanceville jumped out to an early lead and the Lady Bulldogs pulled away in the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders pull away from Broncos 67-53, Lady Raiders come from behind to top Holly Pond 50-46
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos hosted their county rivals from Good Hope Friday night, and it was a big night at Felton Easterwood Gymnasium. Before the start of the varsity girls’ game, friends, family and former players gathered for a special...
Wallace State to present annual Christmas Spectacular Dec. 12
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts programs will be hosting the annual Christmas Spectacular on Thursday, Dec. 12. This free event will include performances from all Wallace State performing ensembles.
“The Christmas Spectacular is one of just a few shows...
Auburn’s Broome honored as USBWA Oscar Robertson National Player of the Week
INDIANAPOLIS – For the second time of his career, senior All-American and National Player of the Year candidate Johni Broome (Plant City, Fla.) was honored as one of five U.S. Basketball Writers Association (USBWA) Oscar Robertson National Players of the Week for games of the week ending...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont splits varsity matchups with West Point
VINEMONT, Ala. -- The West Point Warriors traveled a short distance to Vinemont to take on the Eagles in a pair of county matchups Tuesday night and they split their varsity games. In the varsity girls' game, it was an exciting game from the start, and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles earn wins over Cordova
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs returned home for a pair of varsity matchups against Cordova Tuesday night and both Eagle squads collected wins. The Lady Eagles jumped out to a big lead early and pulled away late to earn a 70-35 win over Cordova...
Wallace State Diagnostic Imaging earns reaccreditation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College announces the successful reaccreditation of its Diagnostic Imaging program by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The continuing accreditation was granted for eight years, the maximum period for which accreditation is allowed by...
Ethos Craft Brewing, Bloom Winery celebrate grand opening
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A crowd of friends, family and fellow patrons gathered to celebrate the grand opening of a pair of new businesses in Good Hope Friday night. Ethos Craft Brewing and Bloom Winery cut the ribbon on their new locations and officially...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats fall to Hewitt-Trussville in Mike Dean Turkey Shootout, 62-39
CULLMAN, Ala. — After collecting wins over Lawrence County and Decatur Heritage earlier this week, Cullman was back on the court at Bearcat Arena Wednesday night to play Hewitt-Trussville in the final matchup of this year’s Coach Mike Dean Turkey Shootout. The Huskies gave...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders race past Vinemont 75-32, Hanceville falls to Corner 60-47
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The 42nd annual Hanceville Thanksgiving Tournament resumed at Lane Horton Gymnasium Tuesday, and we wrapped up day two with a pair of local battles. Good Hope raced past Vinemont 75-32 to advance to the tournament finals and Hanceville’s come from behind...
James Spann special guest at Holly Pond senior brunch
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Members of the Holly Pond Senior Center had a special guest for brunch on Monday, Nov. 25, when ABC 33/40 Chief Meteorologist James Spann stopped by to enjoy Thanksgiving treats and share a message.
Annette Munger and Perry Tucker from...
PREP BASKETBALL: Broncos, Bulldogs drop Thanksgiving Tournament matchups
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The 69th annual Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament officially tipped off at Felton Easterwood Gymnasium Monday night but unfortunately for the home crowd, it was a tough night for our local teams. The hosting Holly Pond Broncos rallied to tie things...
PREP BASKETBALL: Holly Pond, Cold Springs earn wins over Austin, Hackleburg
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Holly Pond Lady Broncos and Cold Springs Lady Eagles traveled to Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum on Monday for a pair of matchups with Austin and Hackleburg, respectively. Both teams came away victorious, with Holly Pond claiming a 54-47 win over Austin...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison ready tip off year 1 with Chambers at the helm
ADDISON, Ala. -- The Addison boys' basketball team is just about ready to tip off their season and to say that expectations are high would be an understatement. Starting with six seniors, most of which will contribute valuable minutes, and a brand-new coach in his...
Good Hope ag students make, sell Christmas trees
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope High School Ag Department crafted and sold decorative Christmas trees built by the students recently - with the bigger versions selling out in only two hours.
Ag Teacher Brandon Dingler said they sold large trees (36 inches) for...
‘Show them they’re loved and remembered during the holiday season’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville is looking to make the holiday season a little brighter for local nursing home and assisted living residents by providing Christmas cards.
City of Hanceville Administrative Assistant Kim Reburn said they start collecting Christmas cards in November and...
Vinemont hosting senior Christmas event Dec. 16
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of South Vinemont is hosting a free senior citizen Christmas fellowship event on Monday, Dec. 16, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Vinemont Community Center. Local seniors are welcome to attend and enjoy lunch and activities.
Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville Bulldogs, Lady Bulldogs collect wins over Meek
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- After splitting their games at Oneonta Thursday, the Hanceville Bulldogs returned home on Friday night to take on the Meek Tigers and Bulldog squads collected wins. In the girls' game, Hanceville was able to pull away in the second half to defeat Meek...
Wallace State adding Women’s Flag Football in Fall 2025
HANCVEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is one of several Alabama community colleges that will add women’s flag football to its athletic offerings, as announced Tuesday by the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC).
“Adding women’s flag football to Wallace State’s athletics is an incredible opportunity to...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview picks up home wins over Vinemont
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies returned home on Tuesday night to take on the Vinemont Eagles in a pair of county games and both Fairview teams collected wins. In the girls' game, Fairview pulled away late in the second half to defeat Vinemont 50-40 and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Warriors, Lady Warriors sweep Hanceville in home opener
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors hosted Hanceville in their home openers at Jim Boyd Gymnasium Tuesday night and both West Point squads collected wins over their county rivals. The Lady Warriors bounced back from a slow first half...
PREP BASKETBALL: Broncos, Lady Broncos collect wins over Cleveland
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the Cleveland Panthers on Monday night and both teams ended up sweeping the Panthers. The Lady Broncos rolled past Cleveland 54-23 in the girls’ game and the boys' game, a big fourth quarter from the Broncos helped them...
Need to mail a letter to the North Pole?
Santa’s mailbox posted at Vinemont Town Hall
VINEMONT, Ala. - Looking for a place to drop a line to Santa? Santa’s mailbox is posted at Vinemont Town Hall for the Christmas season.
Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser said this will be the Town’s second year hosting Santa’s...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Fairview falls to Leeds in 2nd round 36-22
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After advancing past Carver-Birmingham last week, the Fairview Aggies returned to the field Friday night to host the Leeds Green Wave in the second round of the Class 5A state playoffs. Fairview trailed at the half and made a late second-half comeback to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek drops round 2 matchup at Wadley 55-22
WADLEY, Ala. – After earning a dramatic win over Hubbertville in round one, the Meek Tigers hit the road Friday night to face Wadley in round two. However, the Bulldogs got off to a fast start and they scored early and often on their...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Good Hope falls at Anniston 43-14
ANNISTON, Ala. – After handling Hatton at home 42-12 in round one, the Good Hope Raiders hit the road to take on Anniston in round two Friday night. The Bulldogs took a 16-0 lead into the locker room at halftime and continued pulling away...
Wallace State Machine Tool Technology students fabricate hardware for NASA
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Machine Tool Technology/CNC students recently fabricated hardware for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to send to the International Space Station, providing them with valuable hands-on experience and enhancing their resumes as they pursue careers in machining and...
Wallace State Cross Country teams place 3rd, 4th at NJCAA Championships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College Cross Country teams made strong showings this weekend at the National Junior College Athletic Association DII Cross Country Championships, competing in the largest fields of competitors in both meets. The men finished on the podium in...
Fairview honors local veterans
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 8. Teacher and program organizer Whitney Haynes said there was a great turnout from local veterans.
“Our students are always so proud to invite friends and relatives that have served,”...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont splits season openers against Madison County
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont tipped off its season at home against Madison County Monday night and split a pair of varsity matchups against the Tigers. Four quarters weren’t enough to decide the outcome of the girls' game, and Vinemont was able to come away...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison Lady Bulldogs drop season opener to Corner
ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison Lady Bulldogs tipped off their season at home against the 5A Corner Lady Yellow Jackets Monday night and lost in a hard-fought game 44-40. Even though the Ladies from Addison dropped the game, there was plenty of reason for...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview, West Point earn wins at 5th annual Fairview Tip-Off Classic
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The fifth annual Fairview Tip-Off Classic was hosted at Fairview High School Saturday, and we had several local teams in the field. West Point got things started with a dominant, 70-31 win over Susan Moore, Good Hope dropped its game to...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison Lady Bulldogs preparing to tip off 2024-25 season
ADDISON, Ala. – This year’s Addison Lady Bulldogs team is returning a lot more experience to the court than they had just a season ago. Last year's Lady Bulldogs were the youngest that Head Coach Bailey Boland has had in her five-year tenure, and they...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 3 Fairview fends off Carver Birmingham 15-12 to advance
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After capping the regular season undefeated a week ago, the Fairview Aggies were back home at Dafford Smith Stadium Friday night to kick off the 5A playoffs against Carver-Birmingham. Fairview went into the locker room leading 9-6 at halftime and fended...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 6 Good Hope advances with 42-12 win over Hatton
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders were back home taking on the Hatton Hornets in the first round of the 4A state playoffs Friday night and after a tight first half, Good Hope broke things open in the second half, scoring four...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Cold Springs falls at No. 5 Winston County 56-34
DOUBLE SPRINGS, Ala. – Cold Springs traveled to Winston County for a round one matchup Friday night and the Yellow Jackets scored early and often on their way to a 56-34 win over the Eagles.
Winston County jumped out to a 20-0 lead midway through...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Addison falls at Berry 54-38
EAST BERRY, Ala. – Addison made the trip to Berry for a round one matchup against the Wildcats Friday night and the Bulldogs were able to put 38 points on the board, but it wasn’t enough to keep pace with Berry and Addison’s season...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont eliminated by Lauderdale County 24-0
ROGERSVILLE, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to face the Lauderdale County Tigers in the first round of the 3A state playoffs Friday night and unfortunately for Eagles fans, the season came to an end with a 24-0 loss.
Lauderdale County drove down the field on their...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Late stop lifts Meek over Hubbertville 14-8
ARLEY, Ala. – The Tigers rode a 7-game win streak into their first-round playoff matchup with Hubbertville and they kept things rolling Friday night with a 14-8 win over the Lions, punching their ticket to round two.
Both defenses came to play in this one...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats fall at No. 2 Parker 35-0
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Cullman hit the road for round one of the 6A state playoffs Friday night and unfortunately for Bearcat fans, they ran into second-ranked Parker. The Thundering Herd wasted no time jumping out to an early lead and kept the ‘Cats out...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats, Lady Bearcats tip off season with wins
CULLMAN, Ala. – Both of Cullman’s varsity squads hosted season openers at Bearcat Arena Thursday night and both teams tipped off their seasons with wins. The Lady Bearcats took a 5-point lead into the locker room at halftime before pulling away to top Cordova...
4 Wallace State Volleyball players recognized with postseason awards
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Four Wallace State Community College Volleyball players have been recognized by the Alabama Community College Conference for postseason awards, as voted on by coaches.
Chloe Jackson, a sophomore from Athens, was recognized as All-Region, North Offensive Player of the Year and All-North...
Fairview High students participate in mock election
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School held a mock election Monday, Nov. 4, ahead of the Nov. 5 General Election.
Students from grades nine through 12 learned about the election process and how to cast a ballot.
Junior Jack Haynes shared, “I think this experience has...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Cross Country teams ranked 3rd, 7th heading into nationals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s men’s cross country team is ranked third nationally and the women are ranked seventh as the teams prepare for the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) DII tournament to be held Nov. 9 at at Pole Green...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball finishes runner-up at ACCC Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s Volleyball team finished as runner-up at the 2024 Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Volleyball Championship held this weekend at Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater in Albertville.
Wallace State won their first-round match 3-0 against Bishop State Community College on Friday before taking...
FAITH: ‘Be confident in who God calls you to be’: County Fair Queen Avery Gerstman talks pageant experience
BREMEN, Ala. – The 2024 Cullman County Fair Queen pageant was held at the County Fair on Oct. 8th and Cold Springs' Avery Gerstman was crowned as this year’s County Fair Queen. Avery was excited to win the pageant and in this interview, she...
Fairview’s Little Free Library opens
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - A Little Free Library is officially open in Fairview, thanks to a local woman’s initiative.
Stephanie Sprouse raised $600 for the completion of the project through donations and selling homemade items. She is now working toward getting new Free Little Library locations...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview caps undefeated regular season with 48-21 win at Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The unbeaten Fairview Aggies made the trip to a packed James W. Shabel Stadium in Good Hope for a highly-anticipated matchup with the undefeated Raiders Friday night and like they have all season, the Aggies put up big numbers with...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek wraps up regular season with 54-12 win over Carbon Hill
ARLEY, Ala. – After crushing Vina on the road last week, the Meek Tigers returned home to wrap up the regular season against Carbon Hill Friday night and they kept their momentum rolling with a 54-12 win over the Bulldogs.
Meek built a 12-0 lead...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls to Oak Grove in season finale 57-13
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs were back home at Ray Talley Stadium to play their regular season finale against Oak Grove Friday night and unfortunately for the Bulldogs faithful in the stands, the Tigers dominated from start to finish on their way to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond hammers Cleveland on the road 48-13
CLEVELAND, Ala. – Holly Pond hit the road to wrap up its 2024 season against Cleveland Friday night and the Broncos capped their season with a bang, racing past the Panthers 48-13.
A 12-yard touchdown run by Brody Howard gave Holly Pond an early, 6-0...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops season finale at Brewer 35-0
BREWER, Ala. – The West Point Warriors made the trip to Brewer to play their final game of the season against the Patriots but unfortunately for Warriors fans, it was a tough night for the West Point offense and Brewer was able to collect...
STATE VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Addison, Arab drop semifinal matches; West Point falls to UMS-Wright in quarterfinals
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – This year’s AHSAA State Volleyball Tournament resumed at the Birmingham Crossplex Wednesday morning, and we had three local teams on the court competing for a chance to play in the state finals. In Class 1A, the Addison Bulldogs swept past Brantley...
TWINNING: WSCC Athletics seeing double with 5 sets of twins
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- This season, five sets of twins are ready to make their mark on Wallace State Community College's athletics teams. United by their passion for sports and their shared experiences, these siblings bring a unique dynamic to the court and field, ready...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball set to compete for conference title
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s Volleyball team will attempt to win the college’s 25th conference title when it competes this weekend at the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Volleyball Championship to be held at Sand Mountain Park and Amphitheatre in Albertville.
The winner...
New covered pickleball courts open at Donald E. Green Active Adult Center
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s active community has a new home for pickleball with the recent opening of covered courts at the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center. A recent ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the opening of the new courts and was met with an enthusiastic...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Bearcats fall to Chelsea in 1st state tournament appearance
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – For the first time in school history, the Cullman Bearcats were on the court at the AHSAA State Volleyball Tournament at the Birmingham Crossplex Tuesday morning. The ‘Cats faced Chelsea in the 6A state quarterfinals, and the stands were packed with...
Good Hope City Council approves Resolution to perform traffic study
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its final October meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved a new Resolution have a traffic study done on County Road 437 from the I-65 ramps to Day Gap Road. The...
St. Bernard holds Senior Dedication Mass
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School recently celebrated the Senior Class of 2025 during the traditional Senior Dedication Mass, marking their pivotal role as leaders within the school community. During the Mass, each senior received a Benedictine Cross, a symbol of their dedication...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman drops nailbiter with Buckhorn 14-7
CULLMAN, Ala. – On a perfect night for football, the Cullman Bearcats hosted the Buckhorn Bucks in Cullman’s final regular season game at Oliver Woodard Stadium. The teams went back and forth with the lead and Cullman failed to tie the score on the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont drops region game with Winfield 42-12
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont welcomed the Winfield Pirates into Mark Smothers Stadium for senior night Friday night but unfortunately for the home crowd, it was a rough one for the Eagles, as the Pirates returned home with a 42-12 victory.
Vinemont trailed Winfield 35-0 going...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison cruises past Phillips 57-0
ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison Bulldogs hosted the Phillips Bears and Addison thoroughly dominated the over-matched Bears in every facet of the game and with a running clock in the second half Addison came away with a 57-0 victory to improve to 6-4 on...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope claims region title with 47-28 win over Dora
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders came into Friday night’s game against Dora with an opportunity to clinch the Class 4A, Region 5 title on Friday night and they rose to the occasion. It was a high-scoring first half, but thanks to a strong...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point falls to Ardmore on the road 27-13
ARDMORE, Ala. – After facing Russellville at home last week, the West Point Warriors hit the road and went North Friday night for an important region matchup at Ardmore. Unfortunately for the Warriors, the Tigers jumped out to an early lead and West Point...
