Obituary: Barbara Joyce Lee

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Funeral services for Barbara Joyce Lee will be held Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Cullman  Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. -...

Obituary: Mayme Louise Tweed

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Mayme "Louise" Tweed, age 87, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, at her residence.    Louise was born in Shelton Laurel, North...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 25, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Cullman’s Emma Hankey trained for a future in Economic and Community...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Emma Hankey, a rising senior at Cullman High School, was one of twenty-five high school seniors to attend the fifth Huntingdon...

Wallace State Nursing hosts job fair for students

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Nearly two dozen employers were on hand recently to recruit more than 100 Wallace State Nursing students nearing the end of...

Hillside Ninety-One hosting family friendly Summer Vendor Market Aug. 3

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Hillside Ninety-One is set to host its Summer Vendor Market on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Located at...

PREP SPORTS: ‘You can do anything that you put your heart...

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BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior Maci Brown made a lot of memories on and off the basketball court during her high school years...

New school year: Open house info

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The new school year is quickly approaching, with Cullman City Schools commencing on Wednesday, Aug. 7 and Cullman County Schools following...

Obituary: Steven Roy Cupp

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Steven Roy Cupp, 74, of Cullman was preceded in death by parents Earnest Roy Cupp, Jr. and Alesia Chandler Cupp. Sister Karen Cupp Klugh...

Obituary: Billy Olan Rucks

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Funeral services for Billy Olan Rucks, 86, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2 p.m. July 26th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...

Obituary: Sister Emilie Schmitt, O.S.B

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CULLMAN—Sister Emilie Schmitt O.S.B., a Benedictine Sister of Sacred Heart Monastery in Cullman, AL, died peacefully at the monastery on July 22, 2024 at...

Obituary: Raymond W. Schaffer

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Funeral Service for Raymond W. Schaffer, age 94 of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: Charles Dewayne West

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Charles Dewayne West, age 52, of Vinemont, passed from this life on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at his residence. There are no services planned...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 24, 2024 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 24, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Cullman Dive Team wins ARPA State Championship

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OPELIKA, Ala. -- The Cullman Dive Team was in Opelika for the ARPA State Diving Championship Wednesday and they toppled Madison and Boaz to...

Local mother travels to Texas to seek care for unborn baby

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman resident Holliann Letson was enjoying a typical pregnancy with her second daughter, Evelyn. At her 18-week anatomy scan – the...

BOOK REVIEW: ‘The First Lie Wins’ by Ashley Elston

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“The First Lie Wins” is a thrilling mystery. Evie Porter seems to be a typical Southern woman living the dream in Louisiana. She and her boyfriend,...

State and local officials cut ribbon on Garden City River Park...

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GARDEN CITY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, representatives from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and other local leaders gathered...

City of Good Hope adopts new building codes, talks Back to...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved an ordinance...

COLUMN: Nudity, noise and dangerous toys

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I have been yelling like a…well, a grumpy grandfather. It’s embarrassing really – yelling for quiet. But it’s necessary when you have a houseful...

6 Wallace State teams earn NJCAA Academic Team of the Year...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Six athletic teams at Wallace State Community College have been honored with NJCAA Academic Team of the Year designations for the...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 23, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Community invited to 2024 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride Aug....

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2024 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride, hosted by 3Sixty Jeep Club, Alabama Sons of Liberty Riders and The Christian...

The Link of Cullman County hosts Rockin’ Good Grocery Giveaway

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CULLMAN, Ala, - On Saturday, July 20, The Link of Cullman County partnered with Greater Good Music to host its annual Rockin’ Good Grocery...

Cullman City Council approves purchase of building to house Cullman Community...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, July 22, 2024, approved the purchase of the facilities of the former Clark Street Church...

Rock the South sees 50K attendees

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South saw around 50,000 attendees at this year’s three-day festival over the past weekend. The Cullman Police Department handled things...

COLUMN: Tips for deer season prep from local hunter Nick Rice

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October will be here before we know it, and we all know what that means, bow season opener. July is a great time to...

Cullman City Council approves purchase of historic church for future Community...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - In a significant move to enhance the cultural and performing arts landscape of Cullman, the Cullman City Council on Monday, July...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 22, 2024 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Obituary: Angela Leighann Johns

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Angela Leighann Allcorn Johns, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Sunday evening, July 21, 2024, at the age of 58. Mrs. Johns was...

Obituary: Bonnie Regina Benefield

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Bonnie Regina Moore Benefield, 65, passed away on July 17, 2024 at home. She was born in Huntsville, AL to Raymond and Virginia Moore....

APTAT on the Road stops in Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Accessing Potential Through Assistive Technology (APTAT) on the Road made a stop at the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center on Tuesday,...

Obituary: Thielann Wagner Johnson

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Memorial Service for Thielann Wagner Johnson, age 95, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Vinemont First Baptist...

Obituary: Donald Stuart Ault

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Celebration of Life visitation for Donald Stuart Ault, age 97 of Cullman, will be from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024...

Victory Cheer Academy introducing new Victory Gymnastics program in September

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Victory Cheer Academy recently announced the launch of its new gymnastics program, Victory Gymnastics, with evaluations scheduled from Aug. 20-23, from...

Cullman Tractor Supply hosting Plant-A-Seed event

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tractor Supply store is inviting young gardeners to its Plant-A-Seed event for a free opportunity to learn the basics of gardening...

‘It means a lot to us’: 138 participate in 11th annual...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The 11th annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run was hosted at St. Bernard Saturday morning and the falling rain didn’t stop a...

Files from yesteryear: 1930

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From the files of 1930 Presidents of the various organizations on the Cullman County High School campus are Boys Council – Juel Lee, Girls Council...

Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – A crowd of friends, family, former teammates, coaches, fans and more gathered at Stonebridge Farms Saturday night for this year’s Cullman...

UPDATE: Pedestrian killed on I-65 Saturday morning

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash involving two pedestrians resulted in the death of one. The crash occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. Saturday, July...

Obituary: Carolyn Sue Sturgeon

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Carolyn Sue Sturgeon, age 75 of Hanceville, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024 at her residence. She was born, October 15, 1948 to...

CPD provides overnight update from Rock the South

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South is rolling into its third and final day Saturday and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta said Friday night...

Pedestrian struck, killed on I-65 Saturday morning

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Updated July 20, 2024, at 10:10 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash involving two pedestrians resulted in the death of one. The crash occurred...

Wallace State hosts engaging STEAM Camp for elementary students

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) Camp for area elementary school students at...

Jacksonville State breaks ground on Randy Owen Center for the Performing...

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JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University (Jax State) celebrated a momentous occasion on Tuesday with the groundbreaking ceremony for the Randy Owen Center for...

Cullman City Schools partners with city parks for STEM camp

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Young learners from kindergarten through eighth grade spent a couple of weeks this summer learning everything from how to design roller...

Vinemont Council holds special-called meeting to discuss pending litigation

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held a special-called meeting on Tuesday, July 16, at which the council went into executive session to...

Meet Kenneth Cornelius, new director of Cullman County Parks and Recreation

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation (CCPR) has a new director following the retirement of former director Doug Davenport. Brought on in...

Rock the South weather delay

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According to the Cullman County EMA, there will be a 30-minute weather delay at Rock the South due to a lightning strike in the...

Obituary: Karey Elizabeth Hughey

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Karey Elizabeth Hughey, age 65 of Bremen passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. She was born Monday, July 13, 1959, to Kenneth Fred...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 19, 2024 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

County Commission recognizes work of parks and rec staff

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on July 16 recognized the Cullman County Parks and Recreation team for its efforts...

PREP SPORTS: ‘Hard work pays off. Never, ever quit’: Fairview’s Laci...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Laci Segrest competed for both the volleyball and track-and-field teams during her time at Fairview and in this interview,...

Alabama to name football field after legendary head coach Nick Saban

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama will formally recognize seven-time national champion head football coach Nick Saban by naming the field inside Bryant-Denny Stadium...

Pet of the week: Meet sweet and loving Ms. Clara!

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CULLMAN, Ala. - While just approximately 4-5 years old, Ms. Clara is a Terrier-mix looking for the perfect home. She exhibits medium to high energy...

Fa-So-La: Shaped note singers gather for 130th Cullman County Courthouse Singing...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Latecomers rushing through the lobby of the courthouse to reach the elevators could hear the opening notes reverberating throughout the building...

Local law enforcement reports smooth sailing through day 1 of Rock...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office shared that it’s been smooth sailing thus far through day one...

Obituary: Katheryn Elizabeth Holland

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Katheryn Elizabeth Holland, age 93, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.  Katheryn was well loved by everyone who knew her. She...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 18, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 18, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Commission talks road equipment

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  At the July 16 meeting of the Cullman County Commission, Cullman County Engineer Philip Widner updated the commissioners on the state...

Cullman City Council moves forward on Depot Park, civic center projects

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday approved improvements to Depot Park and the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center project.  The...

Cullman police and fire departments gear up for Rock the South

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Officers of the Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Fire Rescue met Tuesday afternoon and again on Wednesday...

RTS press conference: ‘Have a plan and take precautions, but obey...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office hosted a Rock the South press conference/safety meeting on Wednesday, July 17, at the CCSO Training...

Obituary: Opal A. Latham

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Funeral services for Opal A. Latham, a beloved mother and grandmother, who left us peacefully on July 16, 2024 will be 12 p.m., Friday,...

Cullman Swim Team finishes runner-up at ARPA District II Meet

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GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team placed second out of nine teams at the ARPA District II Swim Meet held in Guntersville last weekend....

New team of 4-H state ambassadors ready to serve

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. ­- With the upcoming new school year comes a new group of talented, young leaders ready to serve Alabama 4-H. Thirty-one...

Obituary: William Michael Weems

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William Michael Weems, 69, of Hanceville, AL went peacefully to be with Jesus on Friday, July 12, 2024. He was surrounded by his family...

Obituary: Lloyd “Sarge” Erskin Goodwin

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Lloyd "Sarge " Erskin Goodwin, age 93, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.  Lloyd is preceded in death by his wife...

Obituary: Jerome Jay Saimon Felix

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Jerome Jay Saimon Felix, age 33, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024.  Jerome loved to dance especially to Michael Jackson music....

Obituary: Grace Marie Robertson

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Funeral Service for Grace Marie Robertson, age 78 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Duck Creek Baptist...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 17, 2024 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 17, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Berlin Farmers Market hosts Sweet Grown Alabama Tractor Show

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BERLIN, Ala. - On Saturday, July 13, attendees gathered at the Berlin Farmers Market for a morning of fun, fresh produce and old tractors,...

Don’t sweat it: Tips for enjoying summer more safely while pregnant

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Summertime sunshine in the South increases the risk for heat-related illnesses and death, as the extreme temperatures can damage the brain, heart, kidneys, and...

Circle of Hope 17th annual Shoot for a Cure archery tournament...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Circle of Hope is gearing up for its 17th annual Shoot for a Cure 3D archery tournament, set to take place...

Joint arrest made by Hanceville, Wallace State police

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Early Wednesday morning at approximately 12:26AM, officers from both the Hanceville Police Department and the Wallace State Police successfully executed a...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 16, 2024 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 16, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Rock the South…safely

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CULLMAN, Ala. - What has been dubbed the “Biggest Party in the South” is set to return to the backroads and county turns of...

PREP SPORTS: ‘Never stop trying to improve’: Good Hope Lillie McCluskey...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Lillie McCluskey made a lot of great memories on and off the court during her high school...

Volunteers needed for 7th annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The seventh annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive is approaching, and volunteers are needed to make it a success. This...

Cullman County is preparing to Rock the South

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South is only days away. That means Cullman County will soon be crawling with sparkly cowboy boots and over-the-top...

CHS teacher named prestigious 2024 Jewish Foundation for the Righteous Alfred...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School teacher Robin Cook has been named a 2024 Jewish Foundation for the Righteous (JFR) Alfred Lerner Fellow.Cook was...

Obituary: Vickie Franklin Pierce

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Funeral service for Vickie Franklin Pierce, age 75, of Cullman, is Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation...

Obituary: Donald Cornell McMinn

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Donald Cornell McMinn, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024. Donald was born in Cullman, AL.  A visitation for Donald...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 15, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Alabama’s Ben Hess selected in 1st Round of 2024 MLB Draft...

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama pitcher Ben Hess was selected in the first round of the 2024 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, going to the New York...

PREP SPORTS: ‘Never overlook any opportunities you are given’: Fairview’s Ava...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Ava Calvarese graduated in May after an impressive high school playing career and, in this interview, she shared some...

Cullman Regional Hospice MEGA CASH Draw Down Set for July 25

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice recently announced the MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser benefiting...

APTAT on the Road event coming to Cullman July 16

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Accessing Potential Through Assistive Technology (APTAT) on the Road event is making its way to Cullman on Tuesday,  July 16,...

Service Industry Night at Dodge City Tattoo Saturday, July 20

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DODGE CITY, Ala. - Service industry workers, start saving tips now, because Dodge City Tattoo Company (DCTC) is planning to host an exclusive event...

ACES: Get those pumpkins planted

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Halloween season starts in July, at least according to gardening standards. For those wanting to grow their own pumpkins for...

Parkside Outreach Program to host Back-to-School Bash Saturday, July 27

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BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Parkside Outreach Program is gearing up for its third annual Back-to-School Bash. This family friendly event will feature a host...

Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930

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From the files of 1900 Arthur and Walter Oden are at the bedside of their father, Captain E.J. Oden. Reverend Anson West has about recovered from...

Obituary: Kenneth Lee Anderson

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Kenneth Lee Anderson, age 68, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024.  Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents William Woodrow...

‘I’m just trying to raise my family the way I know...

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Tattoo artist seeking to open shop in Hanceville HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the Hanceville City Council meeting on Thursday, July 11, a resident addressed the...

‘Master Chef Junior’ winner, 12, ‘Chef for the Day’ in Alabama

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In May, Opelika’s Bryson McGlynn won “Master Chef Junior” season 9. Recently, he was invited to Montgomery for some special recognition...

CCBOE increases extracurricular supplements, approves contracts for new school year

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CULLMAN, Ala. - At the monthly meeting of the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE), the board discussed and approved newly increased supplements for...

Hanceville City Council donates $1K to Hanceville High marching band

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the first regularly scheduled meeting of July, held on Thursday, July 11, the Hanceville City Council tackled several pieces of...

Obituary: Donald Ray Brown

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Memorial Service for Donald Ray Brown, age 83 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: Benjamin Barnes

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Benjamin Barnes, age 43, of Vinemont, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL. There are no services...

Obituary: Gary Lee Johnson

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Gary Lee Johnson, 66, of Baileyton, passed away Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 at North Alabama Specialty Hospital. He was born August 22nd, 1957 in...