Obituary: Barbara Clark

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Barbara Clark, 71, of Haleyville passed away April 5, 2020. She was born Sept. 9, 1948. As per State and Federal guidelines, a private service...

Obituary: Lois Smith Ward

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Lois Smith Ward, of Smyrna, Georgia passed away April 5, 2020 at the age of 95. She was born in Cullman, AL Nov. 5, 1924...

Obituary: Jason Lee Harville

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Jason Lee Harville, 49, of Logan passed away April 5, 2020 at his residence. No services are planned at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is in...

Obituary: Jerome Quinton Cobbs

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Jerome Quinton Cobbs, 57, of Joppa passed away April 5, 2020 at his residence.  No services are planned at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is...

St. Bernard to give away 2020 Jeep April 19

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CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Prep School is no exception to feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic including its 36th Annual Bloomin’ Festival...

Governor Ivey launches state’s guide to COVID-19 relief efforts

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the launch of altogetheralabama.org, an online resource that will serve as a hub of information...

Arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs standout Elizabeth Hill headed to Montevallo

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BREMEN, Ala. – After racking up over 2,000 career points, earning First Team All-State honors two years in a row, helping lead the Lady Eagles to...

Cullman Council considering $1.5M loan to HomTex for expanded mask production

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council announced in an emergency meeting Monday afternoon that it will consider a $1.5 million loan to the...

Businesses applying for federal aid can receive Certificates of Existence through...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Federal resources have been made available to support businesses during the coronavirus pandemic to assist with tax relief, employee protection and...

Funny Things from Yesterday: It’s better than me think it would...

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I am using two stories this week since they are short and both pertain to my youngest brother, Jim. Our Uncle Robert, as far back...

Files from Yesteryear: 1937, 1954

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From the Files of 1937: October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to...

Obituary: Ronny Leon White

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Ronny Leon White of Hanceville passed away April 3, 2020 at the age of 70. He was born in Cullman Jan. 8, 1950 to...

Obituary: William Jefferson Daniel, Jr.

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Graveside services for William Jefferson Daniel, Jr., 88, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at Duck River Cemetery with...

Obituary: Thomas Alton Williamson

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Graveside services for Thomas Alton Williamson, 87, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m., Sunday, April 5, 2020 at Crosses Chapel Cemetery, Bro. Gary...

Obituary: William Lowell Allinder

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Private graveside services for William Lowell Allinder, 89, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Monday, April 6, 2020 at Emeus Baptist Cemetery, Rev....

March and April motor vehicle registration deadline extended to May 15,...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - For the purposes of applying Alabama's motor vehicle registration laws and property tax laws as related to the annual registration and...

Wallace State student embarking on special project for area families affected by Alzheimer’s,...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — When Aaron Holder gave his wife Danielle a hand-drawn portrait of her and her “Granny” for Christmas, he didn’t know at the time that...

Commission declares emergency; County employees receive 5% pay adjustment

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission held a special meeting Friday morning, and due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting was closed to visitors...

Community College Month Spotlight: Dia family legacy fulfilled at Wallace State...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has become a family tradition for many families, and every year, especially during Community College Month and...

Victim Services receives funding for 2020 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Victim Services of Cullman has received funding from the National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators (NAVAA) through a grant from the...

Class of 2020 – COVID-19 brings early end to school year

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The effects of the coronavirus outbreak are being felt all over the world and school systems are no exception. The decision...

Obituary: James Trent Allred

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James Trent Allred was born March 25, 1996 and passed away April 1, 2020.

Wallace State to host virtual screenings of Southern Circuit Tour of...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Due to the cancellation of screenings of Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Films in response to the coronavirus pandemic, free virtual...

Ivey issues Stay at Home order beginning 5 p.m. Saturday

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday issued a Stay at Home order to be applied statewide. The order will be effective beginning...

HomTex begins production of filtered face masks at Cullman facility

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Updated 4-3-20 at 5:07 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, Cullman-based textile manufacturer HomTex announced that its Cullman facility will begin producing a reusable and...

Cullman City Primary School sends students off with drive-by parade

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CULLMAN, Ala. – With the school closure and schools turning to online courses for students, many schools are hosting “drive-by parades” to say good-bye...

Obituary: Betty Cagle

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Betty Elizabeth Cagle, 74, of Haleyville entered into rest Thursday, April 2, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Ms. Cagle was born...

Obituary: Lillian Parr

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Lillian Parr entered into rest April 2, 2020 surrounded by her family. Complete obituary will be posted at a later time.

Obituary: Henry Leonard Gilbreath

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Henry Leonard Gilbreath, 82, of Double Springs entered into rest Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Lakeland Community Hospital. He was born May 6, 1937 in...

Obituary: James Matthew Bolzle

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Graveside services for James Matthew Bolzle, 77, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Antioch Baptist Cemetery, Rev. Wade...

Obituary: William Roger Jones

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William Roger Jones, 69, of Baileyton, Alabama was born June 9, 1950 to Jessie and Gladys Jones and passed away April 2, 2020 at Cullman...

Obituary: Judy King

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Judy King, 68, of Cullman passed away Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Hanceville Nursing Home. There are no services planned at this time.

Cullman Council, mayor issue orders limiting number of customers in retail...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Friday passed a resolution followed by an order from Mayor Woody Jacobs limiting the number of...

Obituary: Alice Lovee Wright

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Private graveside services for Alice Lovee Wright, 90, of Cullman will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery with...

Obituary: Bobbie Nell Umphrey Cleghorn

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Bobbie Nell Umphrey Cleghorn of Cullman passed away March 30, 2020 at the age of 86. She was born in Cullman March 7, 1934...

Arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Cullman Regional update on COVID-19 situation

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Regional Medical Center reports that COVID-19 is having a critical and hopefully short-term financial impact on the entire local healthcare...

Jacobs proclaims April ‘Sexual Assault Awareness Month’ in Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Thursday officially proclaimed the month of April 2020 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in the city...

Empty Halls: Local educators reflect on academic life during pandemic

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As school facilities officially close for the year, and teachers and administrators prepare to finish the year via distance learning methods, a few area...

Bringing out the Best: Hundreds flock to Cullman Regional for hour...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As hospitals around the country and around the world are ravaged with cases of COVID-19, a group of Cullman residents decided to...

Obituary: Helen Farmer Dye

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Helen Farmer Dye, 95, went to rest in Jesus Tuesday, March 31. She was preceded in death by her husband Ed Dye, sisters Estelle Kelly...

Obituary: Edna Ruth Kilgo

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Private graveside services for Edna Ruth Kilgo, 79, of Cullman were at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 2, 2020, at Baldwin Heights Cemetery with Rev....

Obituary: Kenneth Elvin Stover

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Private graveside services for Kenneth Elvin Stover, 63, of Arley will be 2 p.m. Sunday, April 5, 2020 at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Arley,...

Obituary: Mildred Pauline Frank Evers

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Mildred Pauline Frank Evers, of Cullman passed away peacefully at her residence Tuesday, March 31, 2020. She was born July 8, 1929 to Will...

Obituary: Lester Daugherty

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Lester Daugherty, 91, of Gadsden, formerly of Cullman passed away April 1, 2020 at his residence.  No services are planned at this time. Cullman Funeral...

Obituary: Margaret Floyd Stallings

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Margaret Floyd Stallings, 84, of Cullman passed away April 2, 2020 at her residence. Services will be announced at a later date. Cullman Funeral Home is...

Hanceville opts out of Families First Coronavirus Response Act

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HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The Hanceville City Council held a special meeting Thursday afternoon outside of city hall to consider a resolution to opt out of...

PREP SPORTS: Local seniors reflect on their favorite games, moments from...

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The spread of COVID-19 has brought an abrupt and unsatisfying end to the careers of senior athletes all over the state. This time of year should...

Alabama farmers to host virtual field trips every Friday through May...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. -  How do peanuts grow? When do Alabama farmers grow different fruits and vegetables? What’s the difference between a cow, a bull...

Bringing out the Best: ‘They showed up in waves’

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FAIRVIEW, Ala.- It was a bittersweet farewell at Fairview Elementary School Monday as administrators, teachers and staff waved and greeted students- from a safe...

Bringing out the Best: Vinemont teacher connects with 3rd-grade student via...

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VINEMONT, Ala.- As schools and students across the county and state work to transition to at-home/distance learning due to school closures, teachers are finding...

Arrests and incidents reported April 2, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 2, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Ivey: Census 2020 now more important than ever

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday stressed the ongoing importance of the 2020 Census, which is currently under way and available for immediate...

ADOL encourages employees to file for benefits under the CARES Act

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) is encouraging employees who believe they may qualify for programs under the CARES Act to...

Ivey urges Alabama small business owners to prepare now by applying...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey is urging Alabama Small Business Owners to respond to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic by taking steps to ensure...

Obituary: Margeline Marchman

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Private graveside services for Margeline Marchman, 88, of Vinemont will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Cross Roads Cemetery with Jim...

Obituary: Cheryl Ann Taylor

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Private graveside services for Cheryl Ann Taylor, 62, of Falkville will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Cullman Heritage...

Obituary: Montez Oden Stidham

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Montez Oden Stidham, 87, of Vinemont passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at her residence. Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mrs. Stidham...

“I get to finish with the girls I started with” –...

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TUSCLOOSA, Ala. – With seemingly endless waves of bad news hitting the sports world day after day, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) was able to...

Free COVID-19 testing at Cullman Co. Health Department beginning April 7

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CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), COVID-19 testing will begin next Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the Cullman...

FBI warns: scams on the rise during COVID-19 pandemic; IRS advice...

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning people that the rise in fear due from the COVID-19 pandemic is also...

Both school systems will resume student feeding programs after Spring Break

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CULLMAN, Ala. - In the week of April 6, when students were scheduled to return from this week’s Spring Break, both Cullman County Schools...

Bringing out the best: ‘Going on a bear hunt!’

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Bear hunting fever is sweeping the Cullman community! Young hunters, armed with cameras and getting a little grown-up help behind the...

100 days left to apply for absentee ballot for Primary Runoff

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Ahead of the July 14 Primary Runoff Election, Secretary of State John Merrill reminds Alabama voters that there are 100 days...

What to do if your car tag or driver’s license expires...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - With many public services being limited or closed down due to COVID-19 concerns, many people may worry about what they should...

Arrests and incidents reported April 1, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 1, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Holly Pond Council refunds summer ball league fees

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HOLLY POND, Ala. – In a special called meeting, the Holly Pond Town Council voted to refund fees citizens paid for participation in the...

United Way of Cullman County announces COVID-19 grant opportunities

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CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County announced Tuesday it has committed $5,000 from emergency resources to launch the COVID-19 Community Response Fund. Through...

Cullman Council excludes essential city employees from FFCRA, approves temporary stipend

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved an emergency resolution that will exclude the city’s public safety and public works...

Jacobs proclaims Child Abuse Awareness Month in Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Tuesday officially proclaimed the month of April 2020 “Child Abuse Prevention Month” in the city of...

Obituary: Billy R. Hamrick

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Private graveside services for Billy R. Hamrick, 38, of Crane Hill will be at 1 p.m. Friday, April 3, 2020 at Good Hope Cemetery. Cullman...

Obituary: Kelsey Cheyanne Yancey

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Kelsey Cheyanne Yancey, 21, of Bear Creek was born Feb. 3, 1999 in Russellville and entered into rest Monday, March 30, 2020 at North...

Obituary: Jo Ann Ratliff

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Jo Ann Riddle Ratliff of Hanceville, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at the age of 74. She was born on Jan. 11, 1946...

Obituary: Althea Austin

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Althea Austin was born April 15, 1929 and passed away March 31, 2020.

Obituary: Billy Ray Shoemaker

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Billy Ray Shoemaker of Cullman passed away March 31, 2020 at the age of 47. He was born in Arab, Alabama Oct. 31, 1972...

Obituary: Athlea Perry Burnham

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Athlea Perry Burnham, 94, passed away March 29, 2020 at Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born June 15, 1925. Athlea was the daughter of Sidney...

Obituary: James “Lamar” Smith

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James "Lamar" Smith, 48, passed away March 31, 2020.  He was born Sept. 16, 1971 to James Douglas and Essie Mae Turney Smith in...

North Alabama Agriplex now offering drive-up farmers’ market

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As many local businesses struggle due to the enforced social distancing protocols, the North Alabama Agriplex has rolled out a new...

Arrests and incidents reported March 31, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 31, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

City, County encourage safe use of outdoor recreation areas

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As kids and many parents are stuck at home for the time being, folks are seeking free or low-cost opportunities to...

Bringing out the Best: Center Hill Baptist reaches out to children,...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Center Hill Baptist Church has been keeping itself busy during the pandemic shutdown. Last week, members spent two days distributing activity...

ADEM: ‘Your drinking water is safe’ during COVID-19 crisis

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Your drinking water is safe, so there’s no need to hoard cases of bottled water during the coronavirus crisis, the Alabama...

Obituary: Sue Carolyn Rowell

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Sue Carolyn Rowell, 75, of Haleyville entered into rest Sunday, March 29, 2020 at her residence. Mrs. Rowell was born Jan. 22, 1945 in Marion...

Obituary: Esther Glaser Kidd Williams

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A private family graveside service for Esther Glaser Kidd Williams, 100, of Cullman was at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 29, 2020 at Cullman City...

Obituary: Stephen Craig Lindsey

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Stephen Craig Lindsey, 59, of Vinemont passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020 at Grandview Medical Center. He was born Sept. 17, 1960, to Raymond...

Obituary: Lola Faye Shedd

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Graveside services for Lola Faye Shedd, 75, of Baileyton were at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 29, 2020 at Rosewell Creek Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...

Obituary: William Randall “Randy” Wilkins

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A private graveside service for William Randall "Randy" Wilkins, 60, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at Antioch Baptist...

Obituary: Elizabeth Chase Buccellato (Beth)

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“Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged, but...

Obituary: Thomas Lee Clayton

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Thomas Lee Clayton was born June 26, 1990 in Birmingham, AL and passed away March 28, 2020.

Obituary: Virgil Henry

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Virgil Henry was born Nov. 23, 1918 in Cullman, AL and passed away March 23, 2020. Memorial graveside services for Mr. Virgil Henry will be...

Obituary: Carol Dean Goodwin

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Carol Dean Goodwin of Cullman passed away Friday, March 27, 2020 at the age of 70. A public viewing time will be available Wednesday, April...

Obituary: Ann Meyer Bailey

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Mrs. Ann Meyer Bailey, 78, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away peacefully Tuesday March 24, 2020 surrounded by her family. She was born March 31,1941...

Arrests and incidents reported March 30, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 30, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Op-ed: A war with an invisible enemy

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The coronavirus pandemic has been called a war with an invisible enemy. The Greatest Generation taught us to win a war; we have to be...

Hanceville man charged with torture of child

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) investigators on Sunday arrested Aaron Anthony Stites, 26, of Hanceville for first-degree assault and torture/willful abuse...

Congress appropriates $400M to prepare states for Election Day amid coronavirus...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – After days of intense debate and negotiation, the White House and Congressional leaders have reached a historic $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus...

Obituary: Charles “Chuck” Conn, 83

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Private graveside service for Charles "Chuck" Conn, 83, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2020 at Welti Cemetery with...

PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville’s Bellmon signs with Marion Military Institute

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Another local athlete is preparing to take their talents to the next level. Hanceville’s Tyson Bellmon signed a scholarship to continue his playing...

ALEA’s Marine Patrol Division reminds everyone about social distancing, water safety

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MONTGOMERY – Because schools, businesses and churches have closed indefinitely in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), more people are spending their free time on...