PREP SPORTS: ‘Never give up’: Fairview’s Jaycee Aleman reflects on Aggie...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview's multi-sport standout Jaycee Aleman, and she made some incredible memories during her time as...

Area students earn degrees from Jacksonville State

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JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - More than 400 students were awarded degrees as part of Jacksonville State University's Summer 2023 commencement on Aug. 4.  Area students included:  Ashley...

Jacobs proclaims Constitution Week in city of Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday, Sept.11, 2023, proclaimed the week of Sept. 17-23, 2023, Constitution Week in the city of...

Welcome, Essie!

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West Point Elementary introduces service dog WEST POINT, Ala. –West Point Elementary School on Monday morning welcomed its new faculty member, Essie the service dog. Essie...

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Good Hope sweeps region opener at Hanceville

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The third-ranked Good Hope Lady Raiders made the short trip over to Lane Horton Gymnasium to take on the Hanceville Lady...

Obituary: Jack Walker

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Graveside Service for Jack Walker, age 87, of Baileyton, will be at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sep. 14, 2023, at Bailetyon Cemetery with Deborah...

Cullman County Youth Football week 2 scoring recap

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Week two of this year’s Cullman County Youth Football season kicked off Saturday and there were plenty of intriguing games going on...

Obituary: Esther Sparks

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Mrs. Esther Sparks, age 87, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023. Esther is survived by her sister: Mary Ruth Hice; her...

Obituary: Dwight Felix Griffin

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Dwight Felix Griffin, 76, of Hanceville, passed away on Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born Sep. 16, 1946. He...

Obituary: Margaret Lorene Alvis Brown

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Margaret Lorene Alvis Brown, 73, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, Sep. 11, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was...

Obituary: Candida Hernandez Flores

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Candida Hernandez Flores, 63, passed from this life Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023 at CRMC. She was born in Mexico on Jan. 25, 1960.   Visitation will be...

Wallace State Volleyball Coach Randy Daniel marks 600th career win

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College volleyball team is off to a 13-2 start to the 2023 season, with head coach Randy...

Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 12, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 12, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Monograms Plus hosting ‘Girls Day Out’ this Saturday

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Monograms Plus, a cornerstone in Cullman for gift giving and treating yourself, is celebrating its 24th year of business by hosting...

‘Where else can you find muscadine juice?’

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Saint Bernard welcomes visitors for 7th Annual Bernard Blues and BBQ CULLMAN, Ala. – Attendees and competitors from all across the Southeast gathered on the...

Obituary: Barbara Ann Starnes

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Funeral services for Barbara Ann Starnes, of Hanceville, will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Sep. 14, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...

Obituary: Brenda Joyce Norris

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Funeral services for Brenda Joyce Norris, of Hanceville, will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation for the...

Obituary: Ceiley Ann Whaley

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Funeral services for Ceiley Ann Whaley, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...

Obituary: Milton “Eli” Olen Thomason

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Funeral Service for Milton "Eli" Olen Thomason, age 80, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023, at Cullman Heritage...

Obituary: Alta Myrtle Sloan Miller

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Alta Myrtle Sloan Miller, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away on Sep. 9, 2023, at the age of 95. Ms. Miller was born to Grady...

Obituary: Frank MD Collins

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Frank MD Collins, age 82, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 8, 2023. Frank is survived by his wife, Patricia Collins; his daughter...

Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 11, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 11, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

2nd Annual Vinemont BBQ Fest showcases Battle of the Heroes

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SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. — The Vinemont Sports Complex will be alive with the aromas of barbecued delights on Saturday, Oct. 21, during the 2nd...

‘Shine for Him on the field’: West Point’s Sierra Cranford enjoying...

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WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point junior Sierra Cranford is heading into her third year as a majorette in the Warrior band and has...

St. Bernard’s Burrows named to UA Early College summer 2023 Director’s...

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 385 students enrolled in UA Early College during summer semester 2023 at The University of Alabama were named...

Kallhoff gives updates on city school projects

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff provided updates about ongoing and upcoming projects to city school campuses.   "The partnership between the...

Obituary: Danny Clarence Pickett, Sr.

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Mr. Danny Clarence Pickett, Sr., 75, of Cullman passed away Saturday, Sep. 9, 2023 at CRMC. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Pickett...

Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Cultivate Cullman Agriplex

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“WUNDERGARTEN,” the folktale, is set on an 1870s-era strawberry farm in Cullman County, Alabama. Today, the area’s most passionate advocate for farm heritage is...

ACES: What’s the buzz about honey?

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The arrival of fall generally signifies the end of honey harvest for most beekeepers in the United States. Always a...

‘We want people to leave here feeling positive about themselves!’

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Golden Hour Studio opens   CULLMAN, Ala. – A trio of women has teamed up to empower others and make them comfortable in their own skin....

Files from yesteryear: 1937

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From the files of 1937 Mr. Bill Clapp and Geraldine Mugrove surprised their friends by getting married last Thursday. They are residing with Mr. and...

Obituary: Sgt. Mark Allen Kilpatrick

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Funeral service for Sgt. Mark Allen Kilpatrick, age 61, of Falkville, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023 at Cullman Heritage...

Obituary: Curtis “Wendell” Echols

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Curtis "Wendell" Echols, age 71, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 8, 2023. Wendell is survived by his wife, Wanda Echols; his daughter...

2 arrested after robbery

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Early Friday morning, Cullman Police Officers Roy Bates and Daniel Palisay were patrolling in the area of Warnke Road Southwest when...

PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs’ Edgeworth, Holly Pond’s Barnett earn wins...

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MOULTON, Ala. – Several local schools made the trip over to Moulton for this year’s Chickasaw Trails Invitational and a pair of local runners...

Local potters gearing up for Empty Bowls; volunteers needed

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Local potters are gearing up for Empty Bowls, which will take place Feb. 19, 2024, and they need your help! The...

PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats fall at No. 6 Hartselle 42-0

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HARTSELLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats drove north to Hartselle to take on the Tigers in their first 6A, Region 7 Friday night.  Hartselle...

County commissioners sign Clean Up Alabama petition regarding libraries

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CULLMAN, Ala. - While the Cullman County Commission has not taken an official stance on the issue, Chairman Jeff Clemons, and all four county...

PREP FOOTBALL: Addison handles Cherokee for Homecoming 54-6

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ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted their region rival, Cherokee Indians, for homecoming and it turned into a happy night for the home team. Addison ran...

PREP FOOTBALL: West Point downs Vinemont at home 33-28

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WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back home against another county rival Friday night, and they held off a late push...

PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope falls to No. 2 Cherokee County 35-0

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders played host to the no. 2 ranked Cherokee County Warriors Friday night in their region opener and Cherokee...

PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond falls to Locust Fork on the road...

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LOCUST FORK, Ala. – Holly Pond traveled to Locust Fork to kick off region play against the Hornets and unfortunately for the Broncos, Locust...

PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview handles East Limestone on the road 56-21

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ATHENS, Ala. – After opening the season with wins over Columbia and Priceville, the Fairview Aggies kicked off region play on the road against...

PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville drops region opener at No. 8 Oneonta 43-24

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ONEONTA, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road Friday night to open up region play at Oneonta but unfortunately, after taking an early...

PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs drops region opener at Sulligent 49-8

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SULLIGENT, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles traveled to Sulligent Friday night for their first regional battle of the season and after scoring to...

PREP FOOTBALL: Meek collects 52-14 region win over Waterloo

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ARLEY, Ala. – Meek returned home to Tiger Stadium Friday night to host a regional matchup with Waterloo and the Tigers dominated the Cougars...

PREP FOOTBALL: Late interception seals 21-14 region win for Arab over...

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DOUGLAS, Ala. – The Arabian Knights made the trip to Douglas to open up region play against the Eagles Friday night, and it was...

Obituary: Alexis Tierra White

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Alexis Tierra White, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away the morning of Sept. 7, 2023, at the age of 23. Lexi was born on March...

Obituary: Charles Dewayne Powell

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Funeral service for Charles Dewayne Powell, 65, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Sep. 11, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...

Obituary: Reba Jane Hartwick

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Funeral service for Reba Jane Hartwick, 81, of Hartselle, will be at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.  The...

9 area students earn degrees from University of Alabama

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President’s, Dean’s Lists announced TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Some 1,257 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama's summer 2023 commencement at Coleman Coliseum in August. Area...

Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 8, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Pet of the week: You got a friend in Woody

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Woody, an approximately 5-year-old male German Shepherd with a caramel and ebony coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal...

PREP CHEER: ‘This team has become a family’: Cold Springs’ Jozie...

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BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs junior cheerleader Jozie Anderson has enjoyed every second cheering on varsity so far and has learned so much during...

Cullman’s Kayden Cleckler joins Troy University ‘Sound of the South’ marching...

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TROY, Ala. - Troy University is proud to recognize new members of the "Sound of the South" marching band who joined during the fall...

BOARsighted: A look into wild pig management

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Wild pigs are arguably one of the most detrimental wildlife species. These animals have the potential to decimate crops, wildlife...

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison sweeps tri-match against Meek, Cold Springs

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ARLEY, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs traveled about ten miles south to participate in a volleyball tri-meet hosted by the number 5 team...

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Vinemont edges East Lawrence 3-2

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VINEMONT, Ala. -- It was a battle of the Eagles Thursday night as Vinemont hosted East Lawrence and this one went back-and-forth for the majority...

An autumnal boutique experience

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CULLMAN, Ala. – While some dream of temperatures dropping and leaves beginning to change color, many are choosing to switch out wardrobes and freshen...

Obituary: Neal McCay

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Funeral Service for Neal McCay, age 69, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, Sep. 11, 2023, at Mt. Hebron Baptist Church...

Obituary: Donald Ray Brown

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Donald Ray Brown, age 65, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Sep. 6, 2023, at his residence. He was born March 18, 1958, to...

Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 7, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 7, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Cullman County dispatcher, deputy dead in apparent murder-suicide

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Updated Sept. 7 at 8:30 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) dispatch shift supervisor was killed and a CCSO deputy took...

SRO program board hosts special-called meeting

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the School Resource Officer (SRO) program governing board on Wednesday met for a special-called meeting to discuss program changes...

Local law enforcement reports calm Labor Day weekend

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta and Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry were both happy to report that the Labor Day weekend...

Main library branch reopens

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System finally reopened its doors to the public on Tuesday, Sept. 5,...

Obituary: Edna Mae Stricklin

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Funeral services for Edna Mae Stricklin, 88, of Bremen, will be 11 a.m. Friday, Sep. 8, 2023 at Ryans Creek Baptist Church. She will...

ADMH: September is National Recovery Month

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – September is National Recovery Month and the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH), the Division of Mental Health and Substance Use...

Obituary: Katheryn Goodwin Yeager

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Funeral Service for Katheryn Goodwin Yeager, age 88, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sep. 11, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: Iva Mae Smith

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Iva Mae Smith, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Sep. 5, 2023. Iva was born in Cullman, Alabama on March 8,...

Obituary: Maxwell Waylan Ratcliff

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Maxwell Waylan Ratcliff, 24, passed away Sept. 2, 2023. He was born Feb. 21, 1999 as the Beloved son of Johnathan and Andrea Ratcliff;...

Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 6, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Alabama Extension launches 2nd annual Marble Bowl competition

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Grab your smart phones and buckle your chin straps. The 2023 Marble Bowl is kicking off this fall. In its...

Cowlicks and Pigtails brings consistent seasonal consignment to Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Any parent who strives to keep up with trends and ever-growing little bodies has struggled with pricing and cost-per-wear of quality...

Commission reminds residents of Cullman County Notification System

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission is reminding Cullman County residents about its Cullman County Notification System. The application allows users to select...

RE Garrison Trucking showcases cancer awareness wraps on fleet

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CULLMAN, Ala. - RE Garrison Trucking, Inc. has been at the forefront of corporate social responsibility through its unique truck wrap program. Started in...

Obituary: Ellen Marie Michael

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Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Ellen Marie Michael, 85, of Cullman. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family Mrs. Michael passed...

Obituary: Charles Wayne Kuykendall

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Funeral Service for Charles Wayne Kuykendall, age 72, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sep. 8, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: William Richard Hawkins

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Memorial service is incomplete at this time for William Richard Hawkins, 84, of Cullman. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Mr. Hawkins passed...

Obituary: Wilford J. Quick

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Funeral Service for Wilford J. Quick, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: Tonya Michelle Alexander

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Tonya Michelle Alexander, age 46, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Sep. 3, 2023. Tonya was born in Cullman, AL. on Nov. 21,...

MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Good Hope rolls past Vinemont 56-8

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VINEMONT, Ala. -- Good Hope made the short trip over to Vinemont to take on the Eagles in Tuesday night and it was all Raiders from...

Ivey urges Alabamians to be ready when disaster strikes

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September is 'National Preparedness Month' MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As the nation marks “National Preparedness Month” in September, Governor Kay Ivey urges all Alabamians to have a plan...

Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 5, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 5, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Sweet Tater Festival sees biggest crowd yet

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CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Sweet Tater Festival at Smith Lake Park had the biggest turnout in the event’s history, according to Cullman County...

PREP CHEER: ‘We are more like sisters now’: Hanceville’s Josie Radcliff...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville junior varsity cheerleader Josie Radcliff has had a great experience during her time on the varsity Bulldogs cheer squad so...

COA urges retirees, seniors to ‘Treasure Your Health’ on Sept. 7

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ULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) is urging retirees and seniors to “Treasure Your Health” at its high seas-themed Cullman...

SugarFest 2023 brings Labor Day fun to Arab

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ARAB, Ala. – Hundreds of residents poured into Arab City Park on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, to celebrate Arab’s annual SugarFest. SugarFest, a celebration...

Obituary: Nina Gay Green

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A graveside service for Nina Gay Green, of Hanceville, will be 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sep. 6, 2023 at Mulberry Cemetery in Blountsville, Alabama. Reverend...

Obituary: Minnie Johnson Franklin

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Minnie Johnson Franklin, 85, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, Sep. 2, 2023. She was born Dec. 9, 1937. Mrs. Franklin was an English...

Op-Ed: Alabama’s historic grocery tax cut goes into effect, but more...

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Alabamians are feeling a bit of relief at the grocery store checkout lines as a result of the tax cut on food that a...

‘Follow my dreams’: Fairview’s Amy Latham ready for band season

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior color guard captain Amy Latham will be heading into her sixth and final season as a member of the...

Victim Services to host 3rd Annual Masquerade Ball

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The time has come to bring out your most daring mask and dazzling formalwear to go incognito for an evening at...

Obituary: Harvey Darrell Owen

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Graveside service for Harvey Darrell Owen, 85, of Cullman will be at 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023 at Good Hope Cemetery. The family will...

Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Cultivate Cullman ice cream

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“Never ask a woman who is eating ice cream straight from the carton how she’s doing.” I LOVE WOMEN and one reason is because they...

Spring trip to Washington, D.C., planned with WSCC Alumni Association

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Springtime is a wonderful time to visit Washington, D.C., and the Wallace State Alumni Association is planning a trip for early...

Checking in with Josie Harrington, new library director

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System has a new director. Following the retirement of Sharon Townson, who was with the library...

Files from yesteryear: 1930, 1936

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From the files of 1930 The County Board of Education has moved into its newly remodeled building, which is one of the finest in the...

Cullman County Youth Football week 1 scoring recap

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CULLMAN, Ala. – After high temperatures postponed last week’s games, the 2023 Cullman County Youth Football season officially kicked off Saturday and there were...

(Updated) Cullman man dies after single-vehicle crash

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Updated Nov. 30 at 9:06 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:20 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, claimed the life of...