Obituary: Percy William Baldwin

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A memorial service for Percy William Baldwin, 77, of Falkville will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 14th, 2026, at Living Faith Baptist Church...

We can protect ourselves from colorectal cancer by getting screened 

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We can protect ourselves from colon cancer; a cancer that affects people of all genders, races, and backgrounds. The recent deaths of well-known actors...

Local band Key Lime Pie searching for new lead singer 

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Key Lime Pie, a local, genre-blending band known for its energetic performances and wide-ranging setlist, has recently announced it will begin auditions for a...

All Modes of Severe Weather Possible into Early Thursday

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CLANTON – Wednesday, 8:00 am, March 11, 2026 The SPC expanded the Slight Risk statewide overnight, as models now indicate higher instability and wind shear,...

PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Stats and scores for March 10, 2026

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BASEBALL Hubbertville 3, Addison 2 - Batting: C. Speegle 2-3 (2B) Pitching: K. Lake 3.0 IP, 0 ER, K Homewood 12, Cullman 7 - Batting: J....

PREP SOFTBALL: Johnson and Bates homer; Storey pitches a complete game...

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CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman Lady Bearcats welcomed rival Jasper on Tuesday evening for their first area game of 2026, and sent the Vikings home...

Obituary: Clara Barnett

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Clara M. Elliott Barnett age 99 of Hanceville, AL passed away March 8, 2026, at 4:45 p.m. She was born February 16, 1927, in Hanceville...

Obituary: Linda Reid White

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Linda Reid White, 72, of Holly Pond, Alabama, was welcomed into heaven by our Lord and Savior in the early morning hours of Monday,...

Obituary: Samantha Marie Rogers

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Samantha Marie Rogers, 21, of Fairview passed away on 3/8/26. Samantha was born in Fullerton, California to Chris and April Rogers on 2/12/2005. She graduated...

Obituary: Jimmy Wade Oldacre

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Jimmy Wade Oldacre, 79, of West Point, died peacefully at home on March 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a short illness.  Jimmy...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 10, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Senior cookouts creating bonds at local senior centers

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging said the Crane Hill Senior Center held its annual community cookout with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently, one of the first in...

City of Cullman receives Rainer Bauer Award from Alabama Germany Partnership 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman was honored Thursday, March 5, with the Rainer Bauer Award, the highest recognition presented by the Alabama...

Cold Springs FCCLA excels at State Leadership Conference 

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BREMEN, Ala. - Cold Springs High School’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter had an outstanding showing at the FCCLA State...

PREP BASEBALL: Holly Pond’s Sam Hunt throws a no-hitter, strikes out...

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HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Hanceville Bulldogs traveled to take on the Holly Pond Broncos in an area game on Monday afternoon. Holly Pond got out...

Severe Threat Increasing Across Much of the State Through this Evening

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CLANTON – Monday, 1:30 pm, March 9, 2026 …Slight Risk Expanded for much of the state… Increasing instability has led to an expansion of the Slight...

Obituary: Michael Timothy White

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Michael Timothy White, 69, of Cullman, passed away March 6, 2026, at home surrounded by loving family. He was born December 14, 1956, in...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 9, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CRG on protecting children from online predators  

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GARDENDALE, Ala. – Josh Moody is the chief executive officer of Covenant Rescue Group. It is a nonprofit based out of Gardendale that fights...

Editorial: It’s time for a moratorium on campaign promises 

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Election season produces a familiar pattern.  Bold promises. Absolute declarations. Assurances that sweeping change will occur the moment one candidate takes office.  Then governance begins. And...

Cullman County Schools to host career fair March 19 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools will host its annual career fair later this month, offering prospective employees the opportunity to meet with school...

Small Business Spotlight: Big Boom Coffee Company 

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DODGE CITY, Ala. – Cathie Hodges recently opened her coffee shop, Big Boom Coffee Company. The soft opening was March 4, and it will...

Interesting Bee-havior: Auburn researchers highlight the sociality of bees 

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Bees appear to be social creatures, as they frequently congregate on flowers or nest in plain sight. At the Auburn...

Ivey appoints Heath Meherg 32nd Judicial Circuit district judge

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Heath Edward Meherg of Cullman to serve as district judge in the 32nd Judicial Circuit in...

Alabama State Parks officially launches new Junior Ranger Program 

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PELHAM, Ala. – The outdoors is calling — and Alabama’s next generation of explorers is invited to answer.  Alabama State Parks has launched the new Junior Ranger Program, designed...

Wallace State announces Back on Track initiative 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College said it is excited to announce the launch of Back on Track, an initiative to build pathways...

Wallace State Theatre to present ‘Xanadu’ March 13-15 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Roll into the disco era with Wallace State Community College’s Theatre program as it presents “Xanadu” March 13-15 at the Betty...

A Few Severe Storms Possible Monday with More Significant Threat Wednesday...

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CLANTON – Sunday, 8:00 am, March 8, 2026 On Monday, an upper-level disturbance will produce showers and thunderstorms that will move from west to east...

COLUMN: What it was, was soccer

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Seventy-two years ago, Capital Records released a recording of a young Andy Griffith. He recorded under the name Deacon Andy Griffith. Side A of...

Files from Yesteryear: March 7, 1940

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From the files of March 7, 1940 To and Fro Robert A. Taft, United States Senator from Ohio, wrote the Festival Committee early this week that...

PREP BASEBALL: Moody’s offense rolls as Blue Devils collect 10-2 win...

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BOAZ, Ala. - After picking up a huge county win at home against West Point on Friday night, the Fairview Aggies hit the road for a...

PREP BASKETBALL: Swarming Oxford defense too much for Cullman in 68-44...

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- An improbable run by the Bearcats came to an end on Saturday. With the 6A State Championship on the line, Cullman faced...

Obituary: Imogene Rusk

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Imogene Rusk age 92 of Cullman passed away on March 6, 2026, at Woodland Village Healthcare Center.  Imogene is survived by her son, ONeal Rusk (Lana); her...

Obituary: James Richard Fowler, Jr.

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James Richard Fowler Jr. passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 65. Born on September 15, 1960, in Alabama, James was...

Obituary: Shirley Regina Richards

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Shirley Regina Pair Richards, of Hanceville, died Wednesday, March 4, 2026.  She is survived by her husband, Cecil Lavern Richards; sons: Shawn Lavern Richards and...

Obituary: Garlon Wayne Williams

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A visitation for Garlon Williams, 78, of Bremen will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday March 9th at Hanceville Funeral Home.  Mr. Williams was born on...

Obituary: Barbara Annette Looney

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Funeral Service for Barbara Annette Looney, age 56 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial...

Line Of Storms This Afternoon into Early Sunday

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CLANTON – Saturday, 11:00 AM, March 7, 2026 A line of thunderstorms will enter the northwestern portions of Alabama this afternoon and move southeastward through...

Library receives $4K Pizza Hut Foundation grant  

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library received a $4,000 Slice of Literacy Grant from the Pizza Hut Foundation to support local literacy...

ALDOT: Project to improve Hanceville intersection starts 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A project to improve Alabama Highway 91 at U.S. Highway 31 in Hanceville began this week.  The project includes widening to add...

Ivey signs law opening classroom doors to Alabama veterans 

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on March 3, 2026, signed Senate Bill 149, one of her legislative priorities, into law, creating a new...

PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 6, 2026

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BASEBALL Addison 18, Meek 1 - Batting: T. Gathier 2-4, 3 RBI - C. Lane 2-4, 3 RBI Pitching: K. Lake 3.0 IP, 0 ER,...

CHAMPS!: No. 4 Lady Raiders take down no. 1 Plainview 59-54...

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- "Defense wins championships." It's an adage that dates back to the great Paul Bryant, and one that holds true today. The no....

Obituary: Carlton Jimmy Bates

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Funeral service with military honors for Mr. Carlton Jimmy Bates, 79, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Bethsadia...

Fairview council talks ballpark improvements, new pickleball courts

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Town Council at its Monday, March 2, meeting began with attendees praying for Former Mayor Randall Shedd as he...

Holly Pond council discusses Governor’s Park upgrades, town events

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HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting Monday, March 2, addressed upgrades at Governor’s Park, upcoming events and more....

Obituary: Donna Freeman Laratta

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Donna Freeman Laratta, age 73 of Jasper, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at HarborChase of Jasper.The family will receive friends on Sunday, March...

Obituary: Cathy Marie Kilgo

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Cathy Marie Kilgo age 62 of Warrior, Alabama passed away March 5, 2026. She was born February 19, 1964, in Alabama. Cathy is preceded in...

Obituary: Barbara Ann Friedrich

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Barbara Ann Friedrich was born on October 22, 1953, and passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 72. A beloved and...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 6, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

PREP BASKETBALL: No.1 North Sand Mtn.’s defense stifles no. 10 Cold...

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- While a bright future lays ahead, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles fell just short of glory in 2025-26. On Friday morning, Cold Springs...

Rolling the dice for a good cause 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Community members gathered Saturday, Feb. 28, at Cotton Creek for an evening of games, food and fundraising at Hope Horses’ annual...

Supporting local artists 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Art Shop Around the Corner hosted a special art exhibition on Sunday, March 1, showcasing work from several local artists,...

PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 5, 2026

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BASEBALL Fairview 4, West Point 3 - Batting: L. Wright (Fair.) 0-2, Walk-off sacrifice fly) - D. Cleghorn (West.) 2-3, 1 RBI Pitching: C. Cullen...

PREP SOFTBALL: Bates’ game-winning RBI single puts Cullman over Brewer in...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After dropping their last game at Athens, the Cullman Lady Bearcats looked to bounce back at home against Brewer on Thursday afternoon. It...

Obituary: Mitford “Mickey” Ray Megginson, Jr.

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Mitford Ray “Mickey” Megginson, Jr., age 82, passed peacefully at home on March 4, 2026, just two days after celebrating his birthday. Born on...

Obituary: Betty Kilgo Smith

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Funeral Service for Betty Kilgo Smith, age 82 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: Gary Edward Davis

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Funeral Service for Gary Edward Davis, age 64 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 5, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 5, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Vinemont council announces Community Easter Egg Hunt, approves parking improvements 

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 3, addressing several items related to town operations...

Agriplex hosting Organic Growing Workshop March 20 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex said it is excited to host an expert panel of presenters on March 20, 2026, from 9...

Pet of the Week: FiFi the Persian is equal parts playful...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - FiFi is a 2-year-old Persian cat who brings elegance and affection together in one soft, fluffy package. She’s The Cullman Tribune...

Upcoming Cullman County Public Library book club meetings  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System will have three book club meeting this month.    After Hours Book Club: March 6, 5:30 p.m.  The...

Sportsman Lake Park Spring Yard Sale returns March 28 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sportsman Lake Park Spring Yard Sale will return Saturday, March 28, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free,...

ADCNR announces 2026 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest winners

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Outdoor Alabama Photo...

‘Book Buddy Adoption’ for Read Across America at CCPS

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at Cullman City Primary School took part in the school's annual Book Buddy Adoption, giving K-2 students a chance to make a...

‘These kids have that 22-pound heart’: Cullman wins a 61-56 overtime...

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The Bearcats are riding their identity of 'CHAOS.' right back into the State Championship. On Wednesday morning, the Cullman Bearcats and Calera...

Obituary: Pearl Hood Hall

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Funeral service for Pearl Melba Hood Hall, 91, of Cullman will be at 12 p.m., Saturday, March 7th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel...

Obituary: Barbara Fay Ousley

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Barbara Fay Ousley age 89 of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away March 2, 2026. Barbara was born July 28, 1936, in Alabama. Barbara is preceded...

Obituary: Mary Kathryn Calligaris

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Mary Kathryn Calligaris, 92, of Cullman, Alabama, was born June 10, 1933, in Corning, New York, and passed away on February 27, 2026. Mary...

Obituary: Bill “Sidewinder” Rhodes

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Funeral service for Bill “Sidewinder” Rhodes, age 56, of Bremen, will be Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home....

Obituary: Jennie Lynn Malin

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Jennie Lynn Malin, age 62 of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. She was born, March 15, 1963,...

Obituary: Betty Faye Hancock

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Graveside service for Betty Faye Hancock, 85, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Friday, March 6th, 2026, at Concord Baptist Cemetery, Rev. Steve...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 4, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Wallace State Health Science Programs opening application process 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Health Science programs are now accepting applications for fall 2026 admission. The college offers more than a...

Editorial: Standards matter in news, especially when trust is involved 

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There is a difference between launching a Facebook page and operating a newsroom.  In recent days, a newly created local social media news platform generated...

‘We are grateful for the continued support that allows us to...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Since its founding in 1981, the Pilot Light Home has provided short- and long-term foster care placements for children through the...

PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 3, 2026

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BASEBALL Addison 8, Winston Co. 1 - Batting: K. Lake 2-4 2 RBI, S. Talley 2-4 Pitching: C. Thompson 3.2 IP, 0 ER, 5 K,...

Letter to the Editor: Setting the record straight: Our commitment to...

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A letter to the editor recently questioned Cullman Electric Cooperative’s motives behind our Community Cupboard initiative. While we welcome open dialogue, it’s important that...

PREP BASKETBALL: Gossett’s defense, Konrad’s 20 points lead no. 4 Good...

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The Lady Raiders are State Championship-bound once again. Fourth-ranked Good Hope met a scrappy, physical ninth-ranked Montgomery Catholic team at Legacy Arena...

Obituary: Jesse Clifton Grigsby

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Funeral Service for Jesse Clifton Grigsby, age 81 of Baileyton, will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Etha Baptist Church...

Obituary: Joey Russell Widner

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Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Joey Russell Widner, 52 of Cullman. Cullman Funeral Home is assisting the family. Mr. Widner passed away March...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 3, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 3, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Chamber Lunch & Learn focuses on impacts of One Big Beautiful...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a Lunch & Learn focused on the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed...

Small Business Spotlight: Iron and Lace 

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TRIMBLE, Ala. - A new locally owned business in Trimble is offering customers a unique retail concept that blends a firearm store with a...

Bailey, Jones named CCBOE/AmFirst January Employees of the Month 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced Amanda Bailey and Amber Jones as its January Employees of the Month.  Teacher of the Month: Amanda...

PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Eagles to play in 2A State Championship after...

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- Cold Springs' Paige Adams won the 2008 State Championship as a player, and she'll get the chance to win one as a...

Obituary: Tony Lee Thompson

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Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Tony Lee Thompson, 65, of Vinemont. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Tony passed away...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 2, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Obituary: Edna Washington Leeth

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A memorial service for Edna Washington Leeth, 74, of Hanceville will be 1 p.m. Saturday March 7th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will...

PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview’s Brian Simmons expects to maintain the Aggies’ winning...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala.- After the sudden resignation of legendary Fairview head coach George Redding on Feb. 20, the future of the program was up in...

Obituary: Nellie Ramsey Burks

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Graveside service for Nellie Ramsey Burks, age 89, of Cullman, will be Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Missionary Grove Cemetery.Cullman Heritage...

Cullman Police: Joint operation leads to 5 human trafficking arrests

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department last week, in conjunction with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker and Covenant Rescue Group, “conducted a...

Booth inventory ideas 

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As we enter spring and summer we prepare for the many festivals. The highlight of these events, among games and food, are the booths!...

Library seeking volunteers 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System is seeking volunteers, saying they play a vital role in keeping local libraries running efficiently.   CCPLS...

Signs of spring  

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In Alabama, spring can feel like a year-round delicacy since the state is known for its warmer climate. December through February are colder, though...

COLUMN: Don’t say awesome – unless it really is 

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I walked about 75 yards from the visitor center, stepped to the railing, looked both ways and gawked.  I’m not a big gawker. In fact,...

Read with Mrs. Alabama American March 3 at Karma’s Coffee House 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Mrs. Alabama American 2025, Taylor Folks, will host a special reading event on Tuesday, March 3, at 10 a.m. at Karma’s...

Bremen man killed in single-vehicle crash

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CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as William L. Rhodes, 56. Troopers said...

City of Hanceville launching new website, approves Sunday alcohol sales

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HANCEVILLE. Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its last meeting announced a new city website will launch soon. The key takeaways of the new...