Turning Experience into Passion
CULLMAN – Everyone these days seems to fancy themselves a photographer. Social media has made it easier than ever to share and lightly edit photos, but there is still no comparison to a real photographer’s work. While it may seem like an easy job,...
Hundreds Flock to the Shrine for Healing Service
HANCEVILLE – People came out in droves to attend a special healing Mass in Hanceville on Wednesday. The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament hosted the service at their beautiful Lourdes Grotto. The weather was perfect and the Mass was beautiful.
“Today we had the...
Scientists Discover New Procedure That Could Potentially Reverse Aging
Now we have found a way to lengthen human telomeres by as much as 1,000 nucleotides, turning back the internal clock in these cells by the equivalent of many years of human life.” - Helen Blau, Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at Stanford
The process of aging has been...
The Art of Lettering with Joyful Papery
CULLMAN - Have you ever seen a quote that really stuck with you, or helped you through a difficult time? Most of us have, and a lot of us will write it down or print it out, and stick it on the fridge. Well if...
Dodge City Knows How to Ring In 2015
DODGE CITY – On December 31, 2014, Life Church in Dodge City hosted their 3rd annual Big Ball Drop and New Year’s Eve Bash. The event featured live music from the band HopeAlive, retro indoor putt-putt golf, an inflatable castle for the little ones,...
Fun with Kids on New Year’s Eve
CULLMAN - While most couples will be having a fun night out on the town and celebrating New Year’s with friends, some Cullmanites may choose to stay home with their little ones. Maybe you can’t find a babysitter, or perhaps you are over the...
H.O.P.E. Therapeutic Horsemanship Program Brings In the New Year with a Party
CULLMAN - H.O.P.E. (Horses Offering People Encouragement) is a therapeutic horsemanship program for people with special needs. On December 31, 2014 they will host a New Year’s Eve party at The Top of The Town. Tickets for the event are $100 per couple, $75...
You Reap What You ‘Sew’
CULLMAN - We all have hobbies that we enjoy from photography to quilting to hunting. Inez Macon, a resident of USA Healthcare, spends her days sewing and hand making dolls during her free time. Inez has been making the dolls for about a year...
Jesus is the Reason for the Season: The Nativity Scene
CULLMAN - In order to remind us of the true meaning of Christmas, Christians all over the world display some sort of nativity scene in their homes, yards and even places of business. The word, nativity, refers to the accounts of the birth of...
The Christmas Pickle: What’s the Dill?
CULLMAN - Christmas is full of traditions whether it’s hanging mistletoe out for unsuspecting guests, leaving cookies and milk for Santa Claus, or simply going Christmas caroling with the folks from church. Everyone has specific things they do each year to make the holidays...
Church Services on December 24 and 25, 2014
CULLMAN - Christmas Eve falls on a Wednesday this year and gives everyone the perfect opportunity to have a special time with family and friends at a Wednesday evening church service. Several local churches are giving people the opportunity to attend a service on...
‘Amazing Love’
CULLMAN - The spirit of giving this holiday season is surely upon the Cullman community as the Cornerstone Revival Center held their biannual benefit concert last Sunday evening. The Amazing Love Benefit Concert and Taste Fair was free for those to attend and enjoy...
Pets as Presents
CULLMAN - All over the country this Christmas, people will be going to their local shelters or breeders and bringing home adorable furry friends as presents. The idea of handing your child or significant other a beautiful pet with a bow around its neck...
Journey Church: Real. Life. Purpose.
CULLMAN - Joey Coots, pastor for 12 years at Journey Church, has great advice for living a real life of purpose. To start, he said it is easy for people to get connected at Journey Church. There is always a place to get plugged...
Make It, Bake It Or Do It Yourself – Create It!
CULLMAN - Christmas is here and everyone is excited. Children have been marking their calendars for days, counting down to the time Santa Claus finally pays them a visit. Busy mothers have been planning for the holiday for weeks – deciding what to fix...
Santa Claus Came to Town Saturday…Good Hope to be Precise!
GOOD HOPE - A thrilling Christmas parade strolled down Highway 69 last Saturday for all the folks near and far to enjoy. Santa Claus lead the way as Herman Reid, Good Hope’s first Mayor, and the parade’s Grand Marshal followed closely behind.
The Good Hope...
Christmas Lights, Christmas Trees – She Has Lots, If You Please!
CULLMAN - December has arrived and Christmas is just around the corner, yet the warm weather outside has left many of us feeling around for a cold drink rather than a few ornaments to hang upon our Christmas trees. Thank goodness there are folks...
Secret Meals Continues Strong
CULLMAN - No child should go hungry. That is a statement everyone can agree upon, and here in Cullman, local businesses and individuals are participating in Alabama Credit Union’s secret meals program to help. One of the largest supporters of the program is the Cullman...
Cullman Christmas Festival and Market Celebrates a German Christmas Market Tradition
CULLMAN - Local area churches came together today to host an outdoor Christmas Festival and Market. The parishioners from St. John’s, St. Paul’s, and Christ Lutheran pulled together to make the day a huge success. The 2nd Annual Cullman Christmas Festival and Outdoor Market...
Southern Accents Hosts Celebrity Cookbook Author Morgan Murphy
CULLMAN - Southern Accents was the gracious host to author Morgan Murphy on Saturday. Murphy held a unique and very personable book signing while promoting his new book “Bourbon & Bacon”. A lover of good ole southern cuisine, Morgan is also a judge on...
Family, Friends and Fun at the Christmas Parade!
CULLMAN - The Cullman Christmas Parade was a great success! Folks came to enjoy the holiday floats, Christmas characters, the tree lighting ceremony and great productions by the Cullman High School theatre department.
Rebecca Branch, chair of the Christmas in Cullman Board said, “Everything has...
Christmas Cheer and Children Sang at Hanceville First United Methodist Church
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday night, the children of Hanceville’s First United Methodist Church’s preschool hosted a delightful Christmas program for the many proud parents, grandparents, families and friends. The children sang and danced to happy Christmas songs while the crowed giggled and craned their...
From Trees to Art
CULLMAN - Cullman County is home to a variety of talented artists. For example, Mr. Jarrod Smitherman is a Vinemont High School teacher by day and master craftsman by night. Jarrod has the ability to take plain wood and turn it into usable art....
Grace Café: Free Food and Fellowship
CULLMAN – If you are looking for an opportunity to socialize, enjoy live music and most of all eat, then plan on visiting Grace Café at Grace Episcopal Church. The café opens in the parish hall every fourth Tuesday to serve heaping portions of...
Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree
CULLMAN - It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and that means it is time to deck your halls. The first order of business for any home during the holidays is to find and decorate the perfect tree. Finding a tree that is perfect...
Breast Cancer Stamp Sales Excel Thanks to Cullman Residents
CULLMAN - The Cullman Post Office had their best success yet in breast cancer stamp sales and has the community of Cullman to thank for their achievements in raising awareness and funds. The Cullman Post Office ended up 2nd in the state, 5th in...
Sponsor a Child this Christmas
CULLMAN - Every child should have the Christmas of their dreams, and Standard Furniture is helping to make those dreams come true this holiday season. At the store, there is an Angel Tree decorated with ornaments that represent less fortunate children in the Cullman...
A Hot Meal in a Caring Community
GOOD HOPE - Good Hope is once again offering a delicious hot meal to all on Thanksgiving. This is an annual event held by the city that offers a high quality meal for free. It has been such a success that they have had...
Pastor Bussman Establishes a Non-profit Organization
CULLMAN - Pastor John Bussman at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church has just started a nonprofit organization called The Ends of the Earth Foundation. It is in its very early stages with plans of growth in the near future. “It’s based on Acts chapter 1,...
Community Women United in Prayer
CULLMAN - The goal of Community Women United in Prayer is to unite women and make them conscious of the mission statement of the group. The ladies hold their meetings in various church activity rooms from 10-11 a.m. where no dues or commitments are...
Cullman Pilot Club Selling Priester’s Pecans
CULLMAN - Looks like Priester’s Pecan season is here again. Usually around this time of year, the Cullman Pilot Club begins one of its annual fundraisers, which is providing Cullmanites the opportunity to purchase Priester’s Pecans. Kickoffs and falling leaves are complemented beautifully by...
Christ Lutheran Church Tornado Memorial Patio
CULLMAN - The Tornado Memorial Patio at Christ Lutheran Church is a tribute to the Cullman community’s strength following the devastating storms on April 27, 2011. It is open to the public for prayer and reflection.
The idea of the patio originated in Pastor Sandy...
3rd Annual Strides Walk Set for Saturday
CULLMAN - This Saturday, November 15, the Cullman Community Lions Club is hosting the 3rd Annual Strides Walk at Heritage Park. The walk begins at 10 a.m., however, registration begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday.
Laurita Hogland, member of the Cullman Community Lions Club and chairperson...
Red Door Emporium – Art, Café and Community
CULLMAN - Cullman is now home to a very unique place; a place where you can find delicious food, amazing coffees, fantastic artwork and all sorts of gifts which were all made right here in Alabama. What makes this place even extra special is...
H.O.P.E. Hosts Ride and Run to Benefit Special Needs Riders
CULLMAN - The cold weather may have dampened the crowd, but not the spirit of the participants of the Ride and Run to Benefit the organization H.O.P.E. (Horses Offering People Encouragement). Equine enthusiasts from across the area came together to help spread awareness about...
Werner’s Trading Company Now Offers Bike Rentals at Reasonable Rates
CULLMAN - Cullman is a beautiful area that is worth exploring; our beautiful town, parks and wooded areas make this a great place to explore. A great way to explore is to get outside and get some exercise through bicycling. This has become a...
Parachutes, Vintage Planes and Civil War Reenactors Galore!
CULLMAN - Area veterans were treated like royalty and honored at Saturday’s Veterans Day Celebration at Sportsman Lake Park. The event was bigger than ever before and many came out to pay tribute to all the brave men and women who served our country...
Hike, Bike or Trike from Ardmore to Atmore and on to Mobile to Benefit Hope House Orphanage in Honduras
CULLMAN - On Saturday, November 8, 2014, Cullman’s own Tony Camardella will be participating in an awareness/fundraiser walk entitled, Shining a Light on Hope Hike, Bike & Trike from Ardmore to Atmore - then on to Mobile. The money raised during this event will...
Warm Coats and Loads of Candy
CULLMAN - Destiny Church held their first ‘Coats and Candy’ ministry outreach on Saturday, November 1. The day went off without a hitch and the church family looks forward to making it an annual event for the Cullman community to enjoy. Destiny has been...
New Exhibit Features Primitive Cigar Box Instruments
HANCEVILLE - The art of creating musical instruments out of common household objects dates back to before the Civil War. Around 100 examples of that art is now on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville.
The History of...
Help Your Pet Treat Their Allergies
CULLMAN - Various dog allergies can be a bother to you and your furry friend. Dr. Christi Chesnut at Holly Pond Animal Clinic and Dr. Susie Dickerson at Northside Veterinary Hospital have tips and suggestions about how to keep your dog treated for their...
Crowd of Zombies Gather for a Good Cause
CULLMAN - The 2nd Annual Zombie Crawl was just the right event if you are a Walking Dead fan, but it also raised much needed funds for two worthy causes, Mental Healthcare of Cullman and Victim Services of Cullman. The Zombie Crawl offered a...
Stamp Out Breast Cancer
CULLMAN – On Friday, October 4, the Cullman Post Office kicked off their Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Event with the office and its employees all decked out in pink. During the month of October, every Friday is “Pink Out Friday” where all of the...
H.O.P.E. Event to Honor Evelyn Burrow
CULLMAN - This Saturday, November 1 starting at 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., at the Horses Offering People Encouragement (H.O.P.E.) location at 1301 Convent Road NE, there will be a massive event to honor Cullman community benefactor Evelyn Burrow.
Registering for the event begins at...
Old Fashioned Fun Down on the Farm
CULLMAN – The annual Peinhardt Farm Day was held this Saturday at the Peinhardt Living History Farm. Between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., the public was able to visit the farm and browse all the different activities scattered out over the 40 acres of...
Bosom Buddies Pink 5K Raises Spirits
CULLMAN – It was the perfect fall day, cool and sunny. It was a great day for being outside, and taking a short stretch of legs by running 5 kilometers. The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation and supporters could not have asked for a...
Superintendent Dr. Craig Ross Breaks Down Garden City Elementary’s Current State
CULLMAN - Cullman County Schools superintendent Dr. Craig Ross addressed the current state of Garden City Elementary, including cost breakdown, in a press release issued Wednesday afternoon.
Below is the complete press release from Dr. Ross:
The structural assessment of Garden City was done by Advance...
Getting to Know Destiny Church
CULLMAN – After serving as the Associate Pastors of Destiny Church in 1999, Fred and Janice Rivers became the Senior Pastors in 2001. The church family at Destiny is made up of people from all different backgrounds. They are an interdenominational church with casual...
Alabama Gourd Festival Draws Vendors Nationally
Vendors From Across the Country Show Off Work at Art Show
CULLMAN – Many of us in the area know what a gourd is. We have seen them used as bird houses probably at one point or another, or perhaps used as a festive decoration....
Bosom Buddies Sells Signs to Help Local Cancer Patients
CULLMAN – All throughout the month of October, pink is a color you see everywhere. Businesses and residents alike show their support by donning the pink ribbon in support of breast cancer awareness. There are many great charities that you can donate to and...
Legendary Locals of Cullman County
Cullman’s Historic Figures Are Featured
CULLMAN – Cullman has a rich history, and to help spread knowledge of our grand history, a new book has been written. “Legendary Locals of Cullman County,” written by Kay Cagle and Greg Richter, takes a look at many notable...
Warm Drinks for the Fall
CULLMAN – The weather is starting to cool, so it’s time for your favorite fall drinks. Get creative this fall with the best warm drinks and enjoy them all day.
How do you start your mornings? Sometimes, there’s nothing better than a steaming cup of...
Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme
North Alabama Agriplex Teaches How to Cook With Herbs
CULLMAN – Recently, the North Alabama Agriplex held an informative and very delicious program, which taught all about herbs. The eager participants learned about many different herbs, but focused mainly on stevia, lemongrass, basil and oregano. Director...
Fall is More Fun at 4D Farms
Local Farm Offers Unique Fun at Affordable Prices
WELTI – It was a typical lazy Saturday in the Sparks’ household. Lounging around with morning cartoons and trying to recover from the week’s events. On this particular Saturday, however, I got the urge to get outside,...
A Flurry of Fur
Hundfest at Oktoberfest
CULLMAN – The final Saturday of Oktoberfest brought many events to Cullman including the Hundfest at Depot Park for a full day of dog activities. Registration began at 9 a.m. and the races were kicked off at 10 a.m. starting with the...
Rope ‘Em, Cowgirl!
Annual Girlfriend Gala Wrangles in Donations for United Way of Cullman County
CULLMAN – On Thursday night, the ladies of Cullman donned their best boots and cowgirl hats for the 4th Annual Girlfriend Gala. This year’s theme for the gala was Cowgirls for a Cause...
Fair Fun: Taking a Walk Through the Cullman County Fair
CULLMAN – Lights flash on thrilling rides, children squeal with excitement and the smell of fried fair food fills the air. Every sight, scent and sound brings a unique experience while visiting the Cullman County Fair. The amusements, entertainment, food and exhibits mean there...
Get Your Pets Blessed!
Grace Episcopal Church Holds Annual Blessing of the Animals
CULLMAN – Grace Episcopal Church will hold its annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday afternoon, October 5, 2014 at 2 p.m. This is open to the public and all those with pets are invited to attend. Be...
How to Prepare Your Home for the Coming Cold Season
CULLMAN – Fall is a wonderful time of year in Alabama. Temperatures are at their mildest, and it is the perfect time to get some much needed work done to your home. It is also the perfect time to get things squared away for...
How to Prepare Your Home for the Coming Cold Season
CULLMAN – Fall is a wonderful time of year in Alabama. Temperatures are at their mildest, and it is the perfect time to get some much needed work done to your home. It is also the perfect time to get things squared away for...
How to Prepare Your Home for the Coming Cold Season
CULLMAN – Fall is a wonderful time of year in Alabama. Temperatures are at their mildest, and it is the perfect time to get some much needed work done to your home. It is also the perfect time to get things squared away for...
Divino Niño Celebration is a Big Hit
Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament Celebrates the Child Jesus
HANCEVILLE – The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament celebrated the Divine Child Jesus by hosting a Divino Niño celebration this past Saturday. People came by bus loads to visit the beautiful home of Mother...
Author and Star of Book Visiting Deb’s Bookstore
CULLMAN – If it is 10 a.m. on Saturday and you’ve just left the Farmer’s Market with your kids and don’t want to go home just yet, stop by Deb’s Bookstore to see Dianne Burch and the star and inspiration of her new book,...
Celebrate Divino Nino Day at the Shrine
HANCEVILLE – The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament invites everyone to come celebrate Divino Nino Day. On September 6, the Shrine will host a day dedicated to celebrating the child Jesus. Many activities are planned for the day to offer the public a...
50 Years Together: Harsh Beginnings Lead to an Amazing Life
CULLMAN – August 22, 2014 is a very special day for my family. It marks the 50th Wedding Anniversary of my parents, John and Mary (Reid) Schuler. Times were really rough in the beginning, and have been hard over the years, but together they...
Desperation Church Clothes the Needy
CULLMAN – Desperation Church continues to do great things for the community. On Saturday, they held a Free Clothing Giveaway as part of their small group events. Many people from all over Cullman came out and took advantage of this remarkable act of kindness....
Ray Park in Dodge City Celebrates Community
Small Town Celebrates Park with Summer Fun
DODGE CITY – It was a day of family fun on Friday at Ray Park in Dodge City. Dozens of kids and parents came to the small, but beautiful park in the little town to enjoy the day....
Get Personalized This School Year
CULLMAN – The beginning of a new school year is such an exciting and sometimes stressful time. A new routine can be hard to get into, but it can become a comforting constant once it is set. Back to school shopping has been in...
Yard Sale Great Success for Dodge City Seniors
DODGE CITY – The seniors of Dodge City held a two-day yard sale Thursday and Friday at the Dodge City Community Center. Set up like a mini flea market, each person had his or her own booth with lots of gently used items for...
Look Ahead Foundation 5K Run is a Big Success
CULLMAN – A warm morning and sunny skies greeted all the participants the morning of the Look Ahead Foundation 5K Race. Approximately 70 runners showed up to run and help children from broken homes receive a higher education.
Children come from all different types of...
Tips for Back to School Success
July is coming to a close and with August on the horizon, back to school shopping and prepping is nearly upon us. It is a bittersweet time for parents as their little ones are preparing to enter school for the first time or are...
Cathedral of Praise Gives Back Packs Away
VINEMONT – While most churches in the area have wonderful Bible schools in the summertime, Cathedral of Praise Church of God in Vinemont hosts a three-day Family Fest event instead. Mainly geared toward the children of the congregation, entire families tend to gravitate to...
Christ Lutheran Church Feeds the Community
CULLMAN – Christ Lutheran Church held a free pancake breakfast for the community on Saturday. With a brand new church and a fresh take on life, the folks at Christ Lutheran were excited to share their wonderful church with the world.
Walking into the Christ...
Seventh Street Welcomes New Pastor Eric Martin
CULLMAN – Seventh Street Baptist Church is excited to welcome their new pastor, Eric Martin. But Eric isn’t just new to Seventh Street, he’s also new to Cullman. So as he gets to know our town, let’s get to know him, too.
Eric and his...
Summer Reading Program a Success at Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Public Library system has enjoyed another successful Summer Reading Program this year. Thanks to the expertise of librarians Karen Laney and Renee Ryan, who together took the bull by the horns and created a host of exciting activities for...
Smith Lake Park Celebrates the Fourth of July
CULLMAN – Smith Lake Park celebrated Independence Day Friday with its exciting annual Fourth of July Festival. Admission was $5 per person, which included the festival, putt-putt golf and the pool.
This festival was packed with entertainment. Vendors were set up as far as the...
Ave Maria Grotto is nominated for a USA TODAY and 10 Best Readers’ Choice Award
CULLMAN – The Ave Maria Grotto has been nominated for the title of USA TODAY and 10 Best Readers’ Choice award for “Best Quirky Landmark”. Yes, Cullman’s Ave Maria Grotto is up for an award and they need everyone’s help to ensure they win....
Daystar Church Offers ‘Real Recovery’ for Those with Addictions
GOOD HOPE – Daystar Church, located in Good Hope, has a program that offers help for a special group of people in the community. The ‘Real Recovery’ program offers a place where folks can gather together and support each other as they travel the...
The Art of Reviewing a Beer
Craft beer is pouring into restaurants all over Cullman and with these beverages comes a delicious new hobby – reviewing beers. This can be a great way to bond with friends and family members or simply another way to disagree with them. It's also...
