Christkindlmarkt sets single-day attendance record, sees visitors from all 50 states
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Christkindlmarkt continued its rapid growth in 2025, posting record attendance numbers, expanded national and international visitation and a sharp...
Bosom Buddies sees successful 2025, looks to 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Bosom Buddies Foundation was founded 12 years ago to support local cancer patients. The nonprofit is supported by annual...
First Day Hikes at Alabama State Parks offer chance to see...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Kick off 2026 with fresh air and a sense of adventure while enjoying some of Alabama’s most scenic views by participating in...
Obituary: Roger Dale Bowen, Sr.
A Memorial Visitation for Roger Dale Bowen, Sr., age 69, of Vinemont, will be Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, from noon-1 p.m. at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Hurdline “Hassie” McCroy
Hurdline “Hassie” McCroy, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on December 27, 2025.
She was born to the late Alton & Katherine Maybelle Guthery...
CCSO announces multiple drug arrests
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, Dec. 29, said it was “proud to share the results of recent proactive enforcement...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 29, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 29, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Lela Mae Davis
Lela Mae Davis, born on October 31, 1944, in Paint Rock, Alabama, passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 81. She...
Cullman County Democrats set qualifying period for 2026 election cycle
CULLMAN, Ala. - At a meeting earlier this month, the Cullman County Democrats Executive Committee approved the qualifying period for the 2026 election cycle....
Files from Yesteryear: Dec. 27, 1928
From the files of Dec. 27, 1928
Bees and Butterflies
Carl Thompson is ill with the flu.
Harry Scheuing is quite ill this week.
Mrs. Robert Rosson is...
COLUMN: The real Christmas story
Once upon a time, long, long ago, there lived a young lady named Mary. Mary was engaged to be married to a man named...
Obituary: Rosa Lee Tabor
Rosa Lee Tabor, born on April 7, 1931, in Clovis NM, Passed away on December 24th, 2025, at the age of 94.
A resident of...
Obituary: Billy Joe Cochran
A graveside service for Billy Joe Cochran, 71, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Sunday, December 28th at Hopewell Cemetery.
Mr. Cochran was born...
Obituary: Lisa Dahlke
Funeral Service for Lisa Dahlke, age 50, of Hanceville, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Op-Ed: Tips for a calm pregnancy
I went into my pregnancy journey knowing the absolute basics. I’d read all the highly praised books and even listened to a few parental...
Spanish classes coming to Shirley Burden Public Library this winter
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Spanish classes will be offered this winter at the Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville. The classes will be held on...
Op-Ed: Differentiating AI art from real content
Over recent months I have noticed an increase in AI content on social media. It was horrific to see several people interacting with the...
Pet of the Week: Bowen is ready to be your constant...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bowen is a domestic longhair cat, approximately 1 year old, and the kind of companion who settles into your life as...
CHS cheer teams celebrate championship season, set sights on national competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School Junior Varsity and Varsity cheer programs, said the school system, “have completed an extraordinary season marked by...
ACES: Upcycling after the holiday season
Recycling is a sustainable, eco-friendly practice that benefits individuals, families, businesses and communities. By extending the life and usability of materials such as plastic,...







































