Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 27, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Local business spotlight: Pierce & Petal  

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Ever a familiar face when stopping into Southern Accents and Architectural Antiques, Heather Gudger is a woman with an eye for detail. When the...

Auburn Made: Week 16 NFL rundown

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From a game-winning field goal to a career-long touchdown grab, it was a Christmas weekend to remember for some of Auburn's former players in...

Alabama’sDowns Selected as 2023 Shaun Alexander Award winner

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama safety Caleb Downs was selected as the 2023 recipient of the Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced...

Marshall files brief with U.S. Supreme Court opposing Biden DOJ’s request to...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall – joined by 18 states – filed a brief in the case United States v. Trump,...

Obituary: Danny Ward Shepherd

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Danny Ward Shepherd, age 65, of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, Dec. 25, 2023. He was born Oct. 19, 1958, in Virginia to Wayne...

Obituary: Loucille Glover

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Graveside service for Loucille Glover, age 88, of Jones Chapel, will be at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023, at Jones Chapel Cemetery....

Obituary: David Fraklin Clark

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Funeral services for David Fraklin Clark, 82, of Hanceville, will be 1 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...

Obituary: Wilford James

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Wilford James, age 83, of Cullman, died Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023. After working as a Coca Cola Salesman for over 40 years, Wilford spent the...

Obituary: Issak Kayne Kelley

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Issak Kayne Kelley, 19, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Dec. 23, 2023, at his residence. He was born April 13, 2004, in Russellville, Alabama. Issak...

Obituary: Donna Lynn Frullate-Green

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Donna Lynn Frullate-Green, 69, of Cullman, passed from this life on Dec. 23, 2023. There are no services planned at this time.   Cullman Funeral...

Obituary: Patty Tamala Yeager Speer

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Patty Tamala Yeager Speer, 63, of Cullman, passed from this life peacefully on Dec. 25, 2023 in the presence of her loving family. There...

Cullman native James Munger sworn in as division commander with USCG...

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MACKINAW CITY, Mich. - At the 9th Central District Change of Watch ceremony, held in Mackinaw City, Michigan on Nov. 4, 2023, Cullman native...

Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 26, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 26, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Pearl on the Plains: BP reflects on ‘opportunity of a lifetime’...

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Bruce Pearl looks back on 10 years of winning on and off the court at Auburn AUBURN, Ala. – When the Tigers tipped off the...

PREP CHEER: ‘To accomplish your goals, it takes hard work and...

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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond eighth grade cheerleader Bella Foust just completed her second year of middle school cheer and has had an...

988: Suicide awareness and support at the holidays

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – This holiday season, the Alabama Department of Mental Health, and our partners across the state would like to share a message...

Op-Ed: Alabama’s Turnaround Schools Initiative will give some of our most...

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As 2023 comes to a close, it naturally offers an opportunity to look back at all we have done over the last year. In...

CCSO names training center in honor of Blackwood

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently honored Capt. Ricky Blackwood for his contribution to the law enforcement community by naming its...

Flying Fifty Hotel coming to Cullman in 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Flying Fifty Hotel, a boutique-style hotel, is set to open in March 2024 on the southwest side of Cullman. Owners Challie...

2024 Arbor Day Poster Contest underway at city schools

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CULLMAN, Ala. - School is out and Christmas break is in full swing for students. For fifth graders in the city, between hot cocoa...

Merchants Bank gives $20K to local nonprofits

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CULLMAN, Ala. –  For three decades, Merchants Bank has hosted its annual Charity Classic golf tournament in early October, working to raise funds for...

‘This is my home. I felt like I could do the...

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Parkside Outreach Program BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Parkside Outreach Program is one of many nonprofits nestled firmly in the far reaches of Cullman County, this...

‘The love for our seniors is very evident!’

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Cullman Area Senior and Retiree Christmas Party breaks attendance record CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms was buzzing on Friday morning as its Browne Stone...

Volunteer spotlight: Waid Harbison 

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When Waid Harbison took the position as executive director of the United Way of Cullman County, he had one goal: to give back and...

Resident spotlight: Col. Don Fallin

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While he may seem fairly casual and even unassuming at VFW Post 2214 during Tuesday lunches, Fairview native Col. Don Fallin has quite the...

Devil Dawgs Concessions feeds 493 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Volunteers stood along Main Avenue Southwest and U.S. Highway 278 Wednesday, Dec 20, waving signs making passers-by aware they were welcome...

Files from yesteryear: 1901, 1954

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From the files of 1901 W.F. Reese, of Joppa, killed two snakes in his hay field last week. One was 5 feet, 5 inches long, with...

Update: CCSO searching for man in connection with Berlin fire

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Updated Dec. 25, 2023, at 10:40 p.m. BERLIN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate a man in connection with the...

Obituary: Marlene Wade Osborne

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Marlene Wade Osborne, age 87, of Gadsden, Alabama formerly of Cullman passed away on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023. Marlene was born in Alabama on...

PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘It has been a life-changing experience’: Hanceville’s Bentley Childers...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville sophomore volleyball player Bentley Childers just completed her second season on the JV team and has enjoyed the experience so...

Weston Clay Montgomery Memorial Fishing Tournament set for Jan. 1

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Weston Montgomery was a young, vivacious teenager who had his life cut short earlier this year. It was a loss felt...

‘The love for our seniors is very evident!’ 

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Cullman Area Senior and Retiree Christmas Party breaks attendance record  ULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms was buzzing on Friday morning as its Browne Stone...

‘Spreading Christmas cheer, 365 days a year!’ 

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Alabama author hosts storytime at Hanceville Public Library  HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Public Library’s children's area was packed Wednesday morning for a few reasons:...

2 Tigers hit 1,000 to lead Auburn in 82-62 win over...

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AUBURN, Ala. – K.D. Johnson and Jaylin Williams both reached the 1,000-point milestone, and Auburn made it 50 straight non-conference home wins under head...

Elks Lodge spreads Christmas love

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge has been hosting three impactful programs this holiday season in an effort to give back to the...

PREP BASKETBALL: Rickard’s game-winner lifts Fairview over Good Hope 72-69, Maddox...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Good Hope traveled to Fairview for a pair of varsity matchups with the Aggies Friday night and it was a special...

Obituary: Edwin Dudley Guthrie

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Funeral service for Edwin Dudley Guthrie, age 75, of Logan, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: James Buchanan Sullivan III

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James Buchanan Sullivan III, 62, of Holly Pond, Alabama, entered the presence of our Lord and Savior on Dec. 18, 2023. Mr. Sullivan was...

ACES: Buzz surrounding 29th annual Beekeeping Symposium and Honey Show  

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Calling all beekeepers! Registration for the 29th Annual Alabama Beekeeping Symposium is now open. The symposium is set for Feb....

Freeze Warning: Auburn lands top 10 class on NSD24

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AUBURN, Ala. – Exceeding his goal of signing a top 10 class in his first full recruiting season, Auburn coach Hugh Freeze thanked the...

COLUMN: Some assembly required

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As we approach Christmas, I would like to send a heartfelt wish of good luck to all of you parents out there with young...

ALEA: Give the gift of safety this holiday season

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – This week, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will wrap up 2023 with the launch of its annual “12 Days of...

Berlin could join proposed state recreational trail system

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BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council this week heard about a new project that could connect Berlin to a statewide network of recreational...

PREP BASKETBALL: Addison downs Vinemont on the road 49-39, Lady Eagles...

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VINEMONT, Ala. – Addison traveled to Vinemont for a pair of varsity matchups Thursday and the Bulldogs split their contests with the Eagles. The...

PREP BASKETBALL: Aggies, Lady Aggies drop matchups with Madison Academy

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After traveling to Scottsboro earlier this week, Fairview returned home Thursday night to host a pair of varsity matchups with Madison...

Obituary: Julia Rae Hand

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Memorial service for Julia Rae Hand, age 80, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at Northbrook Baptist Church...

Obituary: Wilma Faye Law

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Funeral service for Wilma Faye Law, age 81, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: Louise “Angie” Angeline Johnson

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Funeral service for Louise "Angie" Angeline Johnson, age 56, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at Cullman Heritage...

Obituary: Phyllis Jeanne (Livingston) Phillips

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Phyllis Jeanne (Livingston) Phillips passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at 2:24 p.m. She was born on July 12,...

CCSO arrest roundup

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests over the last week, including: Dec. 15 Deputies were informed of a subject who...

Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 21, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Cullman Tree Commission searching for volunteers, introduces new arborist

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CULLMAN, Ala- At its meeting on Dec. 19, the Cullman Tree Commission discussed the inaugural Festival of Trees and the possibility of continuing this...

Hanceville’s Nail pleads guilty to 15 misdemeanors, resigns 

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Sawyer named interim mayor  HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Longtime Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail on Tuesday, Dec. 19, pleaded guilty to 15 misdemeanor counts of using his...

Pet of the week: Treasure your time with Trevor 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Trevor, an approximately 1-year-old male Aussie and Border Collie mix with a dark coat and signature Border Collie brows, is available...

Cullman Fire Rescue Santa Ride heading through town this Friday

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Fire and Rescue will host its annual Santa Ride event this Friday, Dec. 22, from 5-9 p.m.  The big man...

Obituary: Bonnie June Thompson

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Bonnie June Thompson, age 91, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023. Bonnie is survived by her sister-in-law Laverne Stokes-Laney; her sons...

Obituary: I.V. Pickering

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I.V. Pickering, age 81, of Vinemont, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center in Cullman, Alabama.   She was born to...

Obituary: Judy Ann Parker

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Judy Ann Parker, age 75, of Hanceville, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, at Cullman Regional. She was born Nov. 10, 1948, in...

Obituary: Marvin Carl Ermshar

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Memorial service for Marvin Carl Ermshar, age 85, of Cullman, will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at Cullman Seventh-Day Adventist...

Obituary: Willard Ryan Drummond

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Funeral service for Willard Ryan Drummond, age 55, of Cullman, will be at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 20, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

STATE REPORT CARD: CCBOE sees wide-ranging growth

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Updated Dec. 20, 2023 at 6:56 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - In the recently-released Alabama State Department of Education Report Card, Cullman County Schools had overall...

PREP CHEER: ‘We’re all there for each other’: West Point’s Makaila...

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WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point sophomore cheerleader Makaila Wylie has been cheering since the fifth grade and she's currently in her second year...

BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Exchange’ by John Grisham

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“The Exchange” is John Grisham’s latest novel. It is advertised as a sequel to “The Firm” that was published in 1991, but it reads...

PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope tops Cold Springs on the road 60-46,...

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BREMEN, Ala. – After collecting wins over Hanceville Monday night, Good Hope hit the road to take on another county rival at Cold Springs...

Vinemont seniors enjoy Christmas meal, cookie contest

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VINEMONT, Ala. - On Monday, Dec. 18, the senior residents of Vinemont gathered at the Vinemont Community Center for their monthly meal, hosted by...

PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville picks up 60-43 win at Holly Pond, Lady...

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HOLLY POND, Ala. — Holly Pond returned home to Felton Easterwood Gymnasium to host its county rivals from Hanceville Tuesday night and both county...

Obituary: Terre Gail Gouge Long

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Terre Gail Gouge Long, age 66, of Arley, passed away Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born Aug. 16, 1957...

Obituary: Faith Moody-Hammock

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Hanceville Funeral Home announces the passing of our very own and beloved, Faith Moody-Hammock, 81, of Hanceville, Alabama. The funeral service will be held at...

Obituary: Jimmy Dale Bradford

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Jimmy Dale Bradford, age 82, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023. Jimmy is survived by his cousins, nieces, and nephews....

Obituary: Carolyn Kay Zimmerman

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Memorial service for Carolyn Kay Zimmerman, 94, of Cullman, is Sunday, Jan. 7, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Dorsey Creek Church in Dodge City. Cullman...

Obituary: Beverly Ann Chambless

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Beverly Ann Chambless, age 65, of Holly Pond, passed away Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 at Huntsville hospital. She was born Jan. 19, 1958 in...

Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 19, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 19, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

‘If you can just give them just a little hope, that’s...

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Parkside Outreach, Parkside School partner for Christmas meal and program BAILEYTON, Ala. – The scent of chicken and dressing and fresh rolls wafted through Parkside...

Music City Strings comes to Christkindlmarkt 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The young violinists of semi-professional Music City Strings donned their best period yuletide apparel and braved the chilly winds to deliver...

Cornerstone Church of the Nazarene, Partners of the Americas donate 100...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – For most, the Christmas season brings merry gatherings and gift exchanges, but for those hospitalized during the most wonderful time of...

‘The officers are just as excited as the kids’ 

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Shop with a Cop 2023  CULLMAN, Ala. – There seemed to be a uniformed officer down nearly every aisle on Saturday morning at Cullman’s south...

Wreaths Across America: ‘Say their name with pride and honor’

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  At the Cullman City Cemetery on Saturday, Dec. 16, members of the Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American...

PREP BASKETBALL: Addison picks up 61-35 win over Curry, Lady Bulldogs...

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ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison Bulldogs hosted the 4A Curry Yellow Jackets for two contests on the hardwood at lovely Allen Stephenson Gym on...

PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope earns 53-37 win over Hanceville, Lady Raiders...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope returned home to host a pair of matchups against its rivals from Hanceville Monday night and both Raider...

Obituary: Billy J. Lovins

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Arrangements for Billy J. Lovins, 58, of Arab, are incomplete at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Billy was born...

Obituary: Russell Lewis Breedlove

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Russell Lewis Breedlove, age 71, of Hanceville, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, at Huntsville Hospital. He was born Nov. 1, 1952. He was...

Obituary: Howard Gerald Hafer

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Howard Gerald Hafer, age 78, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023. Howard is survived by his wife, Nancy "Carolyn" Hafer; his...

PREP CHEER: ‘Anything is possible, as long as you have God...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville freshman cheerleader Kinsley Wright has been cheering for three years and this is her first year on the varsity squad....

Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 18, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

AHSAA releases 2024-26 fall sports classifications

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The AHSAA’s Central Board met Monday morning to hash out the fall sports classifications for the 2024-26 school years and after...

WSCC: More than 40 complete Sonography program

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 40 students were recognized Thursday at the pinning ceremony for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Wallace State Community...

Vinemont Town Council votes to replace Town vehicle

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VINEMONT, Ala. - At its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Vinemont Town Council voted unanimously to surplus its current vehicle – a...

ACES: Mistletoe- holiday friend or forest foe?

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — At Christmastime, many people may find mistletoe to be a natural ornament that signifies the holiday season. However, forestry experts...

WSCC: More than 30 complete Diagnostic Imaging, Radiation Therapy programs

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 30 students were recognized Thursday during the pinning ceremony for the Diagnostic Imaging program, including the first cohort of...

HPD chief says crime decrease due to increased visibility

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its second to last meeting of 2023, the Hanceville City Council had just four items on the agenda Thursday, Dec....

Cullman County Public Library System searching for new director

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board recently approved the posting of the vacancy for the library director position. Josie Harrington, the...

Melvin Hasting discusses candidacy for Cullman Circuit Court Judge, Place 2

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Updated Feb. 24, 2024, at 2:05 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – With 22 years of trial experience and currently serving as president of the Cullman County...

CCBOE recognizes exceptional employees

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CULLMAN, Ala. - At its meeting on Dec. 12, the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) recognized employees who have shown an overwhelming commitment...

City schools achieve straight As on state report card

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Report cards are in, and Cullman City Schools scored straight A’s once again.The Alabama State Department of Education Report Card for...

Files from yesteryear: 1936, 1950

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From the files of 1936 The dry season threatens the water supply in Cullman and Cullman County. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Crouen are visiting relatives here,...

Obituary: Icy Mae Alston Raburn

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Icy Mae Alston Raburn, age 96, of Arley, passed away Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born May...

Obituary: Hughlen Iola Murphree

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Hughlen Iola Murphree, of Holly Pond, Alabama, entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior on the morning of Dec. 16, 2023, at...

Obituary: Charlie J. Patterson

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Memorial Service for Charlie J. Patterson, 80, of Cullman, will be Monday, Dec. 18, 2023 at 6 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with...