Obituary: Larry David Duvall

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Larry David Duvall, 66, of Haleyville, passed away on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at his residence. He was born Jan. 9, 1957, in Burlingame California. Larry...

Obituary: Wanda Sue Moore Johnson

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Funeral service for Wanda Sue Moore Johnson, age 85, formerly of Eva, will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024, at Cullman...

PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders race past J.B. Pennington 101-58

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — After spending last week playing several games in Destin, the Good Hope Raiders played a little closer to home Tuesday night,...

Obituary: Claudia Elaine Hanks Kreps

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Funeral Service for Claudia Elaine Hanks Kreps, age 82, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 5, 2024, at Christ Lutheran...

Obituary: Linda Gail Speegle

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Funeral service for Linda Gail Speegle, 78, of Vinemont, is Friday, Jan. 5, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Panama Baptist Church, with Bro. Delwin...

Man charged with attempted murder, arson in Berlin house fire

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Updated Jan. 2, 2024 at 8:08 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – A manhunt that began after a house fire on Dec. 23 ended Tuesday, Jan. 2,...

PREP BASKETBALL: No. 2 Good Hope edges No. 4 Vestavia Hills...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- After competing at the Hilton Sandestin Invitational over the holiday break, the Good Hope Lady Raiders returned to Cullman County Tuesday...

Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 2, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 2, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

PREP CHEER: ‘God gave you a purpose’: Cold Springs’ Jaci Baker...

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BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs sophomore cheerleader Jaci Baker is cheering on the varsity squad for the first time and is really enjoying her...

What’s on tap for the city of Cullman?

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“Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement and success have no meaning.”- Benjamin Franklin Our Founding Fathers understood the task of creating...

Local stylist holding ‘Vitals for Victims’ hygiene drive  

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The National Domestic Violence Hotline reports that over one in three women and one in four men in the U.S. have...

Hanceville Council approves rezoning to allow duplex 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – It was a relatively quiet meeting in Hanceville’s council chambers on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023. The council heard from resident Stephen...

SPOTLIGHT: Cullman County Animal Shelter

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‘We are really trying to change how people think of the shelter’ CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Animal Shelter acts as a bridge between a...

Obituary: Thomas Junior Fuller

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Thomas Junior Fuller was born Sep. 30, 1943, in Cullman, Alabama. After a long battle with Alzheimer’s, he finally found peace on Jan. 1,...

CCSO arrest roundup

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated arrests over the holiday weekend, including: Dec. 22 Deputies arrested Faith Elizabeth Welbourn, 25, of...

PREP CHEER:’We all have a special bond’: Hanceville’s Audrey Faye enjoying...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville sophomore cheerleader Audrey Faye is in her second year on the varsity squad, and she has enjoyed every second of...

A life filled with service is a life filled with love 

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“Hurt people, hurt people” is a motto that Lisa Holmes has lived by her entire life. Holmes knew from a young age that she...

Author spotlight: Caris Snider  

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Speaker and author Caris Snider’s ability to paint pictures out of words woven together and deliver comfort to those who are struggling is truly...

PREP CHEER: ‘Little eyes are always watching’: West Point’s Ellorie Harbison...

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WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point sophomore Ellorie Harbison is in her eighth-year cheering at Victory Cheer Academy, and she has learned so much...

How to dispose of your Christmas tree in the city of...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – While city of Cullman residents prepare to ring in 2024, many are itching to properly dispose of live Christmas trees that...

ALEA: Make safety a New Year’s resolution; don’t get caught out...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — As 2023 ends and we enjoy the final days of December, it reminds us that winter is here as local forecasters...

2 charged following manhunt

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WALTER, Ala. -  Two men have been charged following a manhunt in the Walter area on Thursday, Dec. 28. According to the Cullman County...

Hanceville High graduate showcasing skills across the pond

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  One of Cullman County’s own, Kyra Bales, a 2023 Hanceville High School graduate, is preparing to strut her stuff and showcase...

Files from yesteryear: 1951

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From the files of 1951 Oak Level News Reverend J.S. Shults filled his appointment here on Sunday and Sunday night. Mrs. Loy Hinkle, Freida and Frances, attended...

Obituary: Frankie Bradley

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Frankie Bradley passed away on Dec. 26, 2023, at the age of 60. Frankie was born Oct. 7, 1963, to Earl and Sue Bradley. Arrangements...

Celebrate the New Year locally 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – With so many fantastic restaurants and bars in Cullman, there’s plenty of opportunity to ring in 2024 while supporting local businesses....

HPD ends standoff peacefully

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Hanceville Police Chief Joshua Howell and an array of HPD officers were involved in standoff with an armed man with dementia...

Begin 2024 with a First Day Hike at an Alabama State...

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Alabama State Parks is hosting 11 First Day Hikes as part of a national program designed to celebrate the new year and the great...

Q&A with Cullman EMA: Stay safe while staying warm

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Ahead of future cold snaps, The Cullman Tribune sat down with the director of Cullman Emergency Management Agency, Tim Sartin, to...

Cullman Christkindlmarkt attracts more than 200K visitors

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CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman Christkindlmarkt saw a significant expansion this year. The market, known for its festive atmosphere and cultural significance, introduced new...

Obituary: Alice Medlock

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Funeral services for Alice Medlock, 99, of Hanceville, will be 2 P.M. Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024 at Hopewell Baptist Church in Hanceville. Burial will...

Obituary: Teresa A. Anders

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Teresa A. Anders, age 60, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023, at her residence. She was born March 25, 1963, to...

Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 29, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 29, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Gentry, Nassetta share NYE safety tips 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta shared ways to ensure safety this New Year’s Eve. ...

EDITORIAL: Changes…needed or nah 

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Carrying a heavy burden is not the easiest thing in life, but for the rare few it's something we know has to be done...

Pet of the week: Becky 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Becky, an approximately 2-year-old female Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever mix with a cream and toasty tan coat, is available for...

Ivey announces $500K grant to help Cullman revitalize Depot Park

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant for improvements at Cullman’s Depot Park as part of the City’s ongoing downtown...

PREP BASKETBALL: Day’s last-second free throws lead Cold Springs to 57-56...

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BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Eagles were back home hosting the Winston County Yellow Jackets Thursday night and the home crowd was treated to a...

Obituary: Gail Cagle

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Gail Cagle, 87 of Double Springs, passed away Dec. 27, 2023, at North Alabama Medical Center. She was born Aug. 8, 1936, in Double Springs,...

Obituary: Robert Lee “Bob” Hall

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Robert Lee “Bob” Hall, 56, of Odenville, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at St. Vincent’s of St. Clair. Family will be receiving friends...

Obituary: T. E. “Buddy” Osborne

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T. E. "Buddy" Osborne, age 89, of Gadsden, Alabama, formerly of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023. Buddy was born in Alabama...

Fire fought in Walter as CCSO and CPD capture suspected carjackers 

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WALTER, Ala. - Cullman Police and Cullman Sheriff's deputies search for suspect as a manhunt is actively underway in Walter while firefighters extinguish a...

Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 28, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 28, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

CCBOE names December Teacher, Staff Member of the Month

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) announced its December Teacher and Staff Member of the Month on Dec. 26. Each...

Polar bears taking plunge in the New Year for Meals on...

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DECATUR, Ala. - The 2024 New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at noon. The annual event will...

EDITORIAL: Christmas is over, now what? 

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Ah, Christmas.   This writer has never seen the community of Cullman pull together so tightly until wreaths are strung amid streetlights, the Warehouse District is...

Tour European wines with Gervais & Lulu

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A new experience for choosing wine is available to the residents of Cullman County. Gervais & Lulu started with a dream...

Obituary: Luther “Perry” Tucker

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Mr. Luther "Perry" Tucker passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, Dec. 24, 2023. Mr. Tucker was a Cullman Native, Born Aug. 5, 1939, the...

Obituary: Sybil Marie Baker

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Sybil Marie Baker, age 93, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023, at Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born April 21, 1930,...

Obituary: Riley Orville Trimble III

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Riley Orville Trimble III, age 48, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at his residence. He was born Dec. 13, 1975,...

Obituary: Verlin Millican

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Graveside service for Verlin Millican, age 93, of Big Springs, West Virginia, was held Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023 at Flint Creek Cemetery with interment...

Obituary: David Leon Frost

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David Leon Frost, 75, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Dec. 25, 2023, at North Alabama Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Frost was...

Obituary: Jackson “Jack” Kelley Aldridge

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Jackson “Jack” Kelley Aldridge departed this earth on Dec. 20, 2023.  He was born in Cullman, Alabama on April 24, 1940 and married his...

Obituary: Mark Page

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Funeral services for Mark Page, 62, of Bremen, will be 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home chapel. Reverend Junior Garmin...

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...